A round-up of the more memorable travel news stories from the past few weeks.

(TRAVPR.COM) UNITED KINGDOM - September 4th, 2013 - A round-up of the more memorable travel news stories from the past few weeks brought to you by Direct Travel Insurance:

Secret super hero ambitions? Come to Japan and become a Ninja

The towns of Nabari  and Iga, Mie where once the historical home off the legendary Ninja warriors and are now offering tourists the opportunity to train as Ninjas. Budding Ninjas will be taught the Ninja techniques of stealth, learn how to throw shuriken (bladed dart) and complete an obstacle course. Successful course competitors will be awarded with a Ninja certificate which surely will terrify any would-be super villains. 

Paranormal (Criminal) Activity

Authorities in Stockholm have issued a warning for tourists to beware of ghosts. A number of holiday makers to Sweden’s capital city have fallen victim to a scam to get tourists to pose with the poltergeists whilst they are pickpocketed. Sweden has some of the lowest crime rates and many tourists have been caught completely off guard by the ghoulish criminals. Let’s hope Stockholm is exorcised of them soon.

Nous Aimons France

Latest statistics from the UN reveal that France was the most popular country for foreign holiday makers. 83 million tourists visited France in 2012: that’s more than the entire French population which stands at 66 million. European tourists make up an overwhelming 83% of France’s visitors.  America, China, Spain and Italy also topped the list whilst Bangkok was the most popular city for foreign visitors.

Looking for cheap air travel? Fly on Tuesdays

Research by The Telegraph has found that Tuesdays are the best to find low cost air travel. Flights at the end of the week cost up to 46% more. In addition to this travellers need to be flexible with flight times and airport choices to find the best deal.

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