Not since the days of Jimmy Connors and John McEnroe has the world of tennis been as exciting as it is today, as Rafa Nadal from Spain's Balearic Islands and Switzerland's Roger Federer make the game watchable to a mass audience again The numbers 1 and 2 in the world produced what was widely described by sports journalists around the world as Wimbledon's finest men's final in a generation last July where Nadal triumphed, and then in early February this year the two produced a pulsating final lasting over four hours in another Grand Slam event - the Australian Open

January is traditionally the month when most British people book their holidays, but quite how many have done so for this year won't be known for a while yet With the economy in both the US and Europe in recession, holiday destinations are bracing themselves for a dismal summer, as many tourists decide to have a holiday in their own country - or skip holidays altogether for 2009

Of all the travel sectors likely to be hit hardest by the current economic crises, it has to be the ski holidays industry, according to British company International Property Tribune, who have fifteen travel sites including one for skiing 'Recent surveys have shown that during the forthcoming economic downturn in Europe and the US, many people regard their summer holiday as an essential, not a luxury, and come hell or high water people are still going to take a holiday

Thinking about a ski holiday now winter is nearly upon us? Whether you're based in North America or Europe, Revelstoke in Canada's British Columbia could prove to be a great ski holiday destination.

For many tourists gone are the days when a beach, a bar and the sun was enough to keep them happy. Cycling holidays for example are now popular, and a great way to see somewhere like Majorca.

If you're considering a holiday in Menorca, a trip out of season sees the island peaceful and at her best.

Easily the most popular ski holiday destination for British skiiers is France. The French Pyrenees and French Alps offer world class slopes, beautiful resorts and some of the best restaurants in the world. These elements combine to create the ideal location for the perfect ski holiday in 2009.

Cyprus has long been one of the world's great tourist destinations, but lately has trouble attracting visitors. The island holiday isn't viewed as relevant to the times by many, though a recent upswing suggests that Cyprus isn't down for the count.

The travel world is changing - up until recently the best way to get a good deal for a holiday was to book late and pick up a bargain. But with travel companies wanting revenue now, deep discounts are being offered to those who book next year's holiday early.

A number of world events have conspired to make this year not a particularly good one for the Mediterranean holiday island of Menorca, a favourite holidays destination for many European families The top reason for a drop in visitors is currencies - Menorca like the rest of Spain is part of the Eurozone, while the UK where most of Menorca's visitors are based has maintained her own currency - sterling - and the Euro has gained strength in the last 12 months, making Menorca holidays some ten per cent more expensive this year than last