P&O Ferry website top performer

Cross-channel ferry operator P&O is one of the most usable travel websites in the UK, according to a study of 18 leading sites.

The eDigital Research Travel Benchmark report used mystery shoppers to rate for first impressions, search, the booking process, and customer service.

With a score of 86% the P&O website came top of the 18 travel booking sites surveyed, with easy usability and good contact details in case of a problem. And with currently some great offers, fast and comfortable modern ships and frequent sailings, this report provides another incentive to visit the P&O website to book your ferry journey.

10 Scenic rail journeys in Europe

Rail Europe has got together with experienced travel writer Anthony Lambert, a seasoned traveller on European railways, and the outcome is a guide to great scenic journeys by rail in Europe.

These are excellent guides for those growing number of travellers who not only choose the greener option of rail travel, but who also appreciate how relaxing and hassle-free train travel can be compared to flying. And on journeys like those featured here there is the added benefit of fantastic scenery and great places to visit en route.

Find out more about great scenic rail journeys in Europe.

For more about train travel in Europe.

Special offers on camping holidays

If camping is for you then here is an excellent offer from Eurocamp and Keycamp, valid for all bookings made by July 29th.

The Eurocamp and Keycamp Price Freeze means you can book accommodation in a luxury tent or mobile home for 2010 at current prices with the option of staggered payment. All you need to pay now is a low deposit of £50. In other words, secure your camping holiday price for 2010 and pay for it in instalments! More on the Camping holiday price freeze.