The Atol certificate scheme will make it clear which elements of a holiday are protected, and make refunds easier.

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While the DVD is more suited to a new player or someone new to Kaijudo completely, there are additional benefits on top of a modest price that make it a solid holiday pickup.

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The event is gaining traction every year make it work for you and get a piece of the Holiday Sales pie.

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Apple sent out invitations to a special event on Oct. 23 feeding speculation CEO Tim Cook will finally introduce a smaller-screen version of the popular iPad tablet and make it available in time for the holiday shopping season.

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In addition, the traditional Bank Holiday at the end of May will, in 2012, be moved to 4 June to make it a four day weekend.

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For UK citizens living and working abroad the new directive may make it easier to access treatment, but for those with an idealistic viewpoint of combining treatment with a holiday, they should look before they leap.

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