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Jubilee celebrations and Olympian occasions plus the traditional line-up of colourful festivals and top-line events at entertainment venues and attractions will make Shepway an extra special place to be this year, says Discover Folkestone, Hythe & Romney Marsh (DFHRM).

Everyone taking the train or one of many local buses for a day out or short break in Kent can enjoy a wealth of special offers, including 2 for 1 deals, on tickets to attractions, restaurants and even places to stay.

Celebrate P&O Ferries 175th Anniversary and Disneyland® Paris’ 20th anniversary, with a special deal from P&O Ferries.

Hythe Chamber of Commerce and Tourism has launched the 2012/13 edition of its popular pocket-size visitor guide.

Tourism is helping Folkestone to weather the recession and recent surveys show that visitor business is buoyant.

Tourism, leisure and hospitality businesses in the Ashford area are being given the chance to apply for free places on Welcome to Kent top customer service training courses.

By Dana Wiffen
The Sittingbourne and Kemsley Light Railway is building up a head of steam for the new season with services from Sittingbourne Viaduct station.

The new full-colour 2012 Visit Kent magazine is now available packed full of information about places to stay, gastronomic delights to discover, sporting challenges and cultural experiences to inspire both body and mind.

Welcome to White Cliffs Country – from the towns of Dover, Deal and Sandwich, and the rural areas, to our world famous coastline and heritage.

Iconic castles and cathedrals as well has hidden tourism treasures across the county will be opening their doors on Saturday and Sunday (March 17 and 18) for My Kent Big Weekend celebrations.