After nearly two weeks of being gruesomely tortured over a £10,000 debt, Mr. Ross managed to escape despite having two broken legs.  He was found close to Loule in the village of Alfontes last Monday at 9:00 by Carlos Pereira.

Mr Pereira stated that Mr. Ross was bleeding profusely and was barely able to walk.  He said the pale and panicked Mr. Ross asked him to stop and help, claiming he had been in a car accident.  Noticing the extent of physical damage Mr. Ross had incurred, Mr. Pereira drove him to a square and rang the police.

Newspaper Correio da Manha stated Ross owed £10,000 to Briton John McLean over a marijuana deal. McLean lured Ross to the Algarve on October 5 by telling Ross he could work off his debt on a cannabis farm. But Ross was kidnapped shortly after arriving at Faro airport at 21:00.

Two days later the kidnappers phoned Mrs. Donna Ross claiming her husband was unconscious with numerous broken bones and being held prisoner in the woods, Correio da Manha said. Mrs Ross identified the voice in the phone call as John Maclean’s, who threatened to kill her husband if she contacted the police.

Aided by a tip from British police who monitored the call, Portuguese authorities arrested Mr. Maclean and three other men over the weekend. 

The men were identified in reports as Calum McAleod, Ronnie Rose and Terrence MacGurk. The armed Portuguese authorities were part of Portugal’s National Counter Terrorism Unit.  They arrested the British men close to the capital Lisbon just outside of Albufeira.

The trip from Dover to the French shore is quick and easy and all P&O Ferries are home to restaurants and bars for those needing refreshment during the short crossing. There are also viewing decks, TV rooms and children’s play areas.

Once in France, you can take advantage of the cheap alcohol and groceries on the continent or travel a little further and enjoy the serene French countryside. Also, no trip would be complete without sampling the local wine and cheese.

To take advantage of this exclusive deal which ends of October 31, visit the P&O website or www.discountvouchers.co.uk

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The commericial, which was meant to imply how the holiday firm can provide luxury, also pictured a tonner of empty bottles and champers glasses on the ground and people pouring bubbly into the Jacuzzi. A complainant said that alcohol was irresponsibly portrayed in the ad.

Virgin Holidays, however, defended the campaign saying the Champagne was used to signify that ridiculous demands can be met by the company.  The firm also argued that the idea represented an outlandish and decadent request that was meant to appear exaggerated.

People viewing the ad,  created by Miles Calcraft Briginshaw, were meant to focus on the request and not the actual drinking, according to Virgin. The Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) did not agree, however, and said the campaign showed a casual attitude towards drinking.

Virgin was told that when featuring alcohol in their adverts they should take greater care.

The budget option allows you the capability to do the job at your own speed in your own time, without the worry of whether things will turn up or be damaged along the route.

There are a number of reputable van rental companies in the UK, offering a host of cheap van hire. From short to long wheelbases to box vans with refrigeration, there is something to suit your needs to from any one of the innumerable service depots across the nation.

Now, a new website has been developed specifically for those people looking for van rentals, featuring all of the latest and best deals on all makes and models. One visit to vanrentals.co.uk will see you in touch with a wealth of information on your nearest van hire location, the types of vans that can be hired, which van will suit your requirements and an easy to navigate reservations page that will have your vehicle at your command in a matter of minutes.

Choose from power steering models and an array of optional extras such as Global Positioning System (GPS) units, hydraulic tail lifts, comprehensive insurance and tow bars, and remember that the longer you hire the cheaper the rate becomes. The best deals usually come mid-week, and huge savings on van hire can be had for longer periods.

Whatever your budget or transport need, there is bound to be a cheap van hire company to meet your needs. Choose the flexibility of van hire over a car and enjoy up to 20m³ of packed goods. Not sure of where to collect your van from? Just use the buttons on the website to see the most popular locations or which depot is in your area. Simply complete the online request form and you’ll be sent the best offers. You can also catch up on all the latest travel news and browse by company on this one stop shop for all your van rental specifications.

However, the popularity of online searches has been curtailed somewhat in recent times, as the ongoing economic downturn and business closures, coupled with natural events such as the Iceland ash cloud and earthquakes have seen customers searching for greater protection from physical and financial disasters.

While more than a dozen British travel agents have folded in 2010, their absence is beginning to be felt by travellers, who are becoming increasingly less protected when they choose to do it alone. The attractions of holiday protection, nominally under either of the two regulatory bodies in Britain – ATOL (Air Travel Organiser’s Licence) and ABTA (Association of British Travel Agents), can ultimately end up being a sound investment. The minimal per centage placed on top of ticketing being a small price to pay for peace of mind when abroad.

For anyone who is debating the pros and cons of individual versus agency booking, a new website has been developed to provide an insight into the industry, its regulations, and its goals. Travel-agency.co.uk introduces the services offered by one of the world’s leading institutions, with an emphasis on travel agents UK.

Use a travel agency whenever you want to organise flights, book car rentals, find hotel rooms, enjoy concerts and much more. When on holiday, the last thing you want to have to worry about is your airport transfer, so head online and find out why a travel agent can make all the difference to your next trip.

For more than one hundred years, Halfords has specialised in hardware stores that cater to the motoring, outdoor and leisure  industry.

Establishing itself as the market leader in automotive services and product supplies in recent times, the group also encompasses Audio Parts, Bikehut, Ripspeed and Touring through its sub-brnads, with each committed to keeping on the move Britons in-tune and up to date with all the latest deals and technology in the market.

With a host of products ranging from camping and leisure supplies to engine fit-outs, car accessories to bicycyle gear, Halfords also has a wide range of GPS and Sat Nav products that can be had for an extra 5 per cent off their everyday low prices. To take advantage of this deal just jump on the internet and you canm save money. This limited period offer expires on Sunday September 5, and is only available thanks to the team at discountvouchers.co.uk, Britain’s leading online discount codes and vouchers supplier.

Since its launch in December 2008, discountvouchers.co.uk has brought UK shoppers the best and most exclusive offers available through the newest, most convenient way to find great savings at the most well known UK and international brands on offer. With a supplier network of more than 500 UK retailers, discountvouchers is your one stop shop for all your needs at the best possible prices, featuring a host of bargains ranging from home and garden to clothing and accessories.

In the past year, the government and in particular, the London Mayor Boris Johnson, have been actively pursuing a path away from vehicle travel as they work towards objectives in the area of environmental sustainability.

With the recent budget and impending VAT rises sure to hit the pockets of the average UK consumer hard, many people are now contemplating a return to pedal power in a bid to stay fit and save the environment.

In 2008, a survey by the Department for Transport (Dft) showed that the number of cyclists in the UK had been in decline since the 1950s. That year, it found that just eight per cent of individuals across the country said they were regular bicycle users, hopping on at least three times per week. Those people who used their bike once a week numbered around 14 per cent, while 8 per cent used it once a month. The majority, 69 per cent, said they used a bike less than once a year. Men were more frequent cyclists than women, the most popular age bracket being those aged 11 to 16.

Now that the UK looks committed to a path of petrol-less travel, the interest in bikes has been slowly improving. The economic hardships forecast for the short-term future will also lead many people to road bikes, and there are several websites featuring the best road-going products.

Road-bikes.co.uk is a site dedicated to those who already have a road bike or those who are considering buying. With a host of books on maintenance and advice for users, the website is a valuable resource for anyone looking at keeping their car in the garage and getting behind the handle bars.

Prices are being cut by as much as 35 per cent as agents and operators desperately attempt to woo cash-strapped customers for those final summer package holidays before the onset of winter.

Traditional family favourites, such as Spain, Turkey and Cyprus have all seen prices tumble, with UK holidaymakers in particular being offered the opportunity to experience these always popular destinations at a fraction of the usual cost. According to the recently releases Family Holiday Report from the Post Office, the price of an average family package holiday has dropped by one-third compared to this time last year.

One such website that specialises in bargain package holidays is package-holidays.com, where you can find a range of discounted deals to suit every vacation need. Offering a wide selection of holidays from all over the world, the site specialises in European locations and even offers a range of handy holiday information guides to the likes of Spain, France, Italy, Holland, Greece, Portugal, Malta, Slovenia, Montenegro and Poland. For those looking further afield, there are cheap package holidays to California and Florida in the USA, where families can be thrilled at Disneyland or Disney World.

There is also a fantastic selection of package holiday deals to suit all manner of journey, be it a beach break, ski holiday, winter retreat of luxury treat. On the easy to navigate homepage, simply enter your vacation requirements and then let the website search for the best package holiday for you. In a matter of seconds you will be provided with details of resorts and hotels and how to get there. Best of all, there are no hidden fees or surcharges, meaning the price you see is the price you pay.

Look no further than the leading online travel specialist dedicated to finding the best and cheapest deals at a range of leading resort and seaside destinations.

Now is the perfect time to get away, with the summer season in full swing and the prospect of a purse-tightening winter looming. Onthebeach.co.uk not only features the capacity to search through over 30 million seats on worldwide aircraft, but specialises in providing the best deals at leading Mediterranean and global beach-based destinations, including the likes of Gran Canaria, Majorca, Ibiza, Tenerife, Turkey, Egypt, Costa Del Sol, Greece, Cyprus, Florida, Cancun and many more, and right now they are offering fantastic Balaeric hotel deals. With around 30,000 hotels to choose from, you can be guaranteed of finding the perfect budget getaway at the last minute this holiday season.

Onethebeach.co.uk does not sell package holidays, just all the individual pieces for you to put together the trip your heart desires. This also means that many of the destinations on offer are blessedly free from tour groups and swarms of package tourists. The website, which features all the latest money-saving deals and handy links to bookings on its easy to navigate homepage, gives you the freedom to choose the best holiday options to suit both your needs and your budget.

With over ten years of experience in serving the UK market, everyone from singles to families can take advantage of this fantastic discount travel website. Featuring a range of hotels from simple bungalows to 5-star luxury resort, and all the connections to get you there, Onethebeach.co.uk is your one-stop shop for hitting the sand and surf this summer.

Fortunately, Booking.com is an online leader in making sure you secure the reservation at your holiday destination this summer, with the industry expert offering more than 86,000 hotels across 81 different countries.

A subsidiary of Priceline, Booking.com attracts well in advance of 30 million unique visitors to its site every month, making its internet services one of the most in-demand and comprehensive, with expert advice and money saving deals for both the business and leisure markets.

As a global leader in online hotel reservations in both visitors and in terms of nights sold, the security and peace of mind that comes with choosing the industry standard means your booking component of your trip need be the least of your worries. You can also benefit from the Booking.com guaranty of the best hotel rates in cities and regional destinations, from small family establishments to grand luxury hotels. Best of all, the service provided is free of charge, with the website never charging any cancellation, amendment or service fees.

The reliable reservation system uses the latest developments in internet security to make sure your personal information and credit card details are encrypted, with the excellent and comprehensive privacy statement on the site a testament to the group’s commitment to keeping you safe while booking and while travelling.

Available in 36 different languages, the Netherlands based site has offices in all major cities across the planet, with over 1,400 dedicated staff allowing customers worldwide to benefit from the great collection of hotels on offer.