Holiday romance isn't limited to intense but insignificant flings. Exploring idyllic shores and lounging in luxurious hotel rooms is a sure-fire way to rekindle the passion between couples who know each other inside out, which is why Prince William proposed to Kate Middleton during their holiday in Kenya. If you and your other half can do with a shot of romance, it's time to book last-minute flights to Cyprus, the fabled birthplace of the Goddess of love and beauty, Aphrodite.

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In lives of Muslims a visit to Mecca to be a part of the pilgrimage called Hajj, holds great religious significance. Hajj is considered to be the 5th pillar of Islam. Every Muslim needs to participate in Hajj at least once in his life. It is applicable for both males and females. They should be in a good financial condition and should be in pink of health. The two requirements are kept so that they are able to successfully fulfill this service in their lives. Participating in Hajj is an expression of devotion to their Allah. The pilgrimage is carried out annually and several Muslims across the globe strive to be a part of it.

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Very few things are more glamorous than late summer sailing whilst rubbing shoulders with royalty. Head to Palma de Mallorca in late August as, during the Copa del Rey regatta, 16th to 22nd August, the Spanish Royal family, celebrities and sailing fiends will spill out onto the bay to enjoy a week of the finest Mediterranean sailing by day and glamorous galas by night.

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Barely a day goes by in Larnaca without some kind of cultural, artistic or sporting event taking place, even during the quieter months of the holiday season. We have already reported on the classical music concerts being performed by the island's Symphony Orchestra and the visit by one of China's best-known international dance troupes, both were in early October.

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The holiday island of Lanzarote organised a group of marathons with a difference in October 2009, where musical accompaniment was the main feature of running events aimed at athletes of all abilities.

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Flights to Lanzarote donated by Thomas Cook helped a team of three that triumphed in a charity jail break challenge during November.

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Hold onto your hats during early November in Cyprus for a car verses boat challenge.

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The first United Nations World Environment Day (WED) happened in 1972 and over the following 37 years the initiative has been gaining traction as a vehicle to generate awareness of environmental issues. Thomas Cook was one company that supported the initiative with action events all over Europe and in Egypt. A sustainable tourism fashion show fashion show was held in Italy and a coastal walk was organised on the Coast del Sol to raise money for a local charity. In Paphos on Cyprus, Gran Canaria and Zakynthos Thomas Cook staff took part in beach clean up initiatives. The company sees WED as a good opportunity to educate both staff and guests about the environmental impact of travel and the means of making leisure travel a sustainable option.

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