Holidaymakers who have had to cut down on their travel plans during the ongoing credit crunch are more likely to go to "touristy" destinations, as they believe they will get their money's worth in such a location, according to one industry commentator.

A spokesperson for the Association of Independent Tour Operators claimed that Europe in particular was still popular and Britons planning such a vacation may be interested to know that Jet2.com offers cheap flights from Manchester, Newcastle, Belfast, Blackpool, Edinburgh, Leeds and Bradford airports.

Low-cost airlines and budget travel brands are performing well during the ongoing credit crunch, new figures have revealed.

Data compiled by Hitwise have shown that amid the public's rising concerns about the recession, internet traffic to value travel company websites has increased by 5.3 per cent.

Low-cost airlines are "most definitely" going to become the alternative for business travel in the future, one sector commentator has claimed.

Kevin Mitchell, chairman of the Business Travel Coalition, explained that in this marketplace, many large international companies were already choosing to fly in this way.

America is still a value-for-money destination for Britons wishing to hop over the pond for a break, despite the current strength of the dollar against the pound, one sector commentator has claimed.

Sean Tipton, spokesperson for the Travel Association, said in terms of dining out and shopping, the US was still a lot cheaper than the UK on the whole.

Holiday destinations such as Spain are still popular with travellers, as the credit crunch continues to apply financial pressure to people's spending habits.

In news that may be of interest to those seeking cheap flights to Spain, the poll by industry research firm TripVision revealed that 58 per cent of respondents agreed that the current economic climate had influenced their choice of vacation hotspot.

Regional UK airlines should be able to cope better during the current economic climate than the larger operators, one sector commentator has claimed.

Stewart Cordner, deputy vice-president of sales and marketing and asset management at BAE Systems, said that such airlines offered holidaymakers more well-travelled routes and also provided more business flights.

Parents planning a trip to Europe for them and the kids for this half-term break may be interested to hear that Tesco Travel Insurance has offered a number of tips to keep holiday costs to a minimum.

As well as booking cheap flights to Madrid or Paris, parents have been told not to leave transfers till the last minute but to negotiate them while organising the vacation in order to reduce airport taxi costs.

Despite the ongoing credit crunch and global financial crisis putting pressure on people's budgets, many holidaymakers are still leaving their troubles at home to hit the ski slopes in France, it has been noted.

Families or friends seeking cheap winter flights may be interested to learn that the French Government Tourist Office is reporting strong early sales of skiing vacations.

Despite the ongoing credit crunch and the global financial crisis, people will continue to travel, according to one sector commentator.

Francesco Frangialli, secretary-general of the UN World Tourism Organisation, said that the economic situation may cut down on individuals' leisure spending but that many would not forgo their vacation plans.

Many people planning a holiday to Spain miss out on visiting the port city of Malaga in the south of the country, one sector commentator has claimed.

However, those looking for cheap flights to Malaga may be interested to know that Sankha Guha - writing on the online pages of the Independent - said that the city centre was "buzzing" with the sound of people enjoying themselves.

Many British travellers have been left stranded in Barcelona after the Spanish airline LTE International Airways suspended its flights, it has been noted.

According to TravelMole, the company said it had not been possible to avoid this situation due to "world events lately".

Truffle enthusiasts have been told to head to the continent now before the season ends for the prized delicacy.

Writing for the Times, Tony Dawe explains that there is about a month left to hunt down truffles before they go out of season.

Cheap flights to Lanzarote could be in greater demand among UK travellers in light of the increase in Brits landing at the holiday hotspot, it has been revealed.

Typically Spanish reports figures from Spain's airports operator Aena which show the increase in UK vacationers outpaces that from elsewhere in Europe.

Cheap flights to Murcia might soon be expected to land at any time of the day or night, it has been revealed.

Typically Spanish reports that San Javier Airport in Murcia is to operate on a 24-hour basis in the next month or so.

Barcelona is an ideal destination for holidaymakers travelling on a budget, it has been suggested.

Writing for information resource Knol, Patrick Collins explains that cheap flights to Barcelona and low-cost activities in the city itself combine for an affordable getaway.

A rental property firm has pointed out that the availability of cheap flights to Barcelona means more holidaymakers can plan their own trips abroad.

Barcelona Rentals explains that self-catering homes in the city offer advantages to travellers willing to put their own package together.

Britons look increasingly further afield for their next holiday, it has been suggested.

Rob Yandell, managing editor and publisher of Group Leisure Magazine, explains that many begin with domestic trips and weekends away within the UK.

But Europe is a natural progression on from this, he adds, which could leave many travellers looking for cheap flights to Spain or France.

The availability of cheap flights to Spain makes it more accessible than some other attractive regions of the world, it has been suggested.

Oliver Chandler, spokesperson for Spain magazine, explains that cheap flights to Spain are just one of the reasons why people might choose to visit the country.

Brits could be jetting off on cheap flights to Spain in the run-up to Christmas as a number of destinations remain "firm favourites", it has been asserted.

Homes Worldwide reports that the country remains reachable over the festive season thanks to the availability of flights from the UK.

Snowboarding enthusiasts may be wise to spend some time in the Alps, it has been asserted.

Winter sports blog Homeboy reports an interview with snowboarder Anniina Karvinen, who explains that the Alps and Lapland are the two main regions in which to practise the sport.

Cheap flights to Madrid could prove the ideal first step along a route to Colombia, it has been advised.

The suggestion comes from Richard Green, travel expert at the Sunday Times, in response to a reader's question.

While many holidaymakers might take photographs to remember their journey, Michael Hughes' snaps are a little different, reports the Metro.

The traveller holds objects in front of famous landmarks, making for a unique perspective on some of the world's most famous structures.

The history of Corfu is a list of smart dynasties, one travel writer notes.

Victoria Mather writes for the Guardian of the origins of the island, which she points out are formed in mythology.

Its history stretches back to when Poseidon abducted Korkyra and took her to the island, she claims.

After hopping on cheap flights to Budapest, travellers could find they have plenty of choices about what to do.

Josey Walker writes on Article Street of the plethora of activities available to groups of men heading to Budapest.

Travellers stepping off of cheap flights to Barcelona can expect to be faced with a city which basks in a well-earned reputation, it has been asserted.

Niagara Falls Review reports that Barcelona is one of the most popular destinations for holidaymakers in Spain.

Holidaymakers could find themselves hiking in the hills or snorkelling in the surf on a holiday in Turkey, it has been suggested.

Writing for the Times, Simon Spilsbury explains that the close proximity of Turkey's mountains to its beaches "almost forces you into the water or the hills".

Many people could be looking for cheap flights to Majorca in light of the island's continued popularity among holidaymakers.

The Travel Trade Gazette (TTG) notes that Majorca remains high on the list for bookings with accommodation-only operators.

Consumers have been told that cheap flights to Murcia are still available, making holiday homes in the region an attractive option.

Mike Hamilton, sales director of local property firm Casas de Lorca, tells PropertyWire that the availability of cheap flights to Spain means the region is likely to maintain its allure for those looking for a second home abroad.

Sailing enthusiasts might be looking to book last-minute cheap flights to Alicante in time for the start of the Volvo Ocean Race this weekend.

On Saturday, October 4th, the event is scheduled to head out from Alicante on a route which is due to take in India, Singapore and China before arrival at the finish line in St Petersburg, Russia.

A greater number of Britons have found the potential of buying property abroad tempting due to the availability of cheap flights, the Independent reports.

Writing for the publication, Laura Latham notes that low-cost airlines serving France and Italy have seen more holiday homes being bought in the regions.