And tourist chiefs predict the weak pound will cause US, European and Japanese tourists to see the Midlands as a bargain destination for a holiday.

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The widespread practice of selling holidaymakers expensive holiday insurance tied to bargain travel has been outlawed.

BBC: News | Your Money | End of the road for insurance bonanza

As holiday shoppers turn to the Internet to find bargain-priced gifts, toy givers should beware: Even though the U.S. government has banned manufacturers from shipping toxic toys, many of those products continue to be available for sale on the Internet.

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Ascena disappointed with its holiday sales, but its recent share declines make this solid long-term performer a bargain in the eyes of my Kenneth Fisher-based model.

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