Air China announces emergency procedures following Sichuan earthquake
At 2:28pm on May 12, 2008, Wenchuan in Sichuan Province was hit by a magnitude 7.8 earthquake. At 3:00pm Air China launched emergency procedures: • Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport in Sichuan Province has been closed and all 12 Air China … May 13, 2008
Virgin America Seeks Service to Chicago O'Hare
Airline to File for Access to One of the Top U.S. Travel MarketsVirgin America, the California-based airline that is reinventing air travel, today announced it will seek government approval to serve Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD). Chicago … May 13, 2008
Vayama Helps Travelers Save on Flights Within Europe Through Integration of 75 Low Cost Carriers
Vayama (www.vayama.com/), the industry's only Web site dedicated exclusively to international travel, today announced its expanded airline inventory and ability to help travelers book 75 low cost carriers across 43 European countries through a new … May 12, 2008
Holland America Line Features New Quebec Ports on 2009 Canada/New England Cruises
Eurodam and Maasdam Offer 21 CruisesHolland America Line will debut three new ports in Quebec on its 13-, 14- and 15-day cruises to Canada and New England between May and October 2009. The longer cruises of the Signature-class ms Eurodam and popular … May 12, 2008
South Africa's Glorious Night of Travel Triumph
It was ‘Win Win Win’ all the way for South Africa on Monday evening’s (12 May) first World Travel Awards Africa Ceremony, held in partnership with the International Convention Centre, Durban.The country was in sparkling form, winning a range … May 12, 2008
TourCrafters Offers Rome and Its Coast Package- Follow Romans to Favorite Resort on Tyrrhenian Sea
Libertyville, IL, May 12, 2008—Where do smart Romans go for their summer vacation? To beach towns on the Tyrrhenian Sea south of Rome. TourCrafters is offering smart Americans a week-long deluxe vacation deal, starting at $1,065, that combines a stay … May 12, 2008
“Cruise to Success” with AMA Waterways Seminar
Industry leader AMA Waterways is offering travel agents an opportunity to become river cruise specialists while enjoying the sun-splashed landscape of Provence. AMA Waterways Director of Business Development, Ana Figueroa, will host a special travel … May 9, 2008
UNWTO‚s Secretary-General Visits Kenya in Support of Tourism Recovery
UNWTO Secretary-General Francesco Frangialli visited Kenya (May 5-7) to underline the Organization’s support of the country’s all important tourism industry. This trip concludes his recent series of visits to other African countries, aimed at … May 9, 2008Business trips with butterfly feeling in Schleswig-Holstein
Schleswig-Holstein’s cities make travellers feel like wanting to participate in a meeting.Schleswig-Holstein’s cities are perfect for meetings and irresistible partners for exciting incentive trips. Courageous and charming, full of secrets and athletic, … May 9, 2008
How to book your hotel at the best price
trivago.com hotel price comparison site can save 32 percent on averageMost people in Germany do not know how to find the cheapest rates for their accommodation when travelling. This finding is the result of a recent survey by the international market … May 9, 2008
President and CEP of Tralliance Corporation to Address Expotour in 2008 in San Jose, Costa Rica
FORT LAUDERDALE, FL – May 8, 2008 – President and CEO of Tralliance Corporation, Edward A. Cespedes, will address EXPOTUR 2008 in San Jose, Costa Rica early next week. EXPOTUR is an annual event hosted by ACOPROT, the Costa Rican Association of Professionals … May 9, 2008
Carnival Rolls Out Extensive Redesign of Popular Web Site
Carnival.com, the cruise industry's most visited Web site, has undergone an extensive redesign and emerged with a host of new features, including enhanced navigation and layout, a variety of images and content, and numerous technical advancements, all … May 8, 2008
Moonlight Head Private Lodge - find peace and tranquillity in down under
At the mid point of the Great Ocean Road in coastal Victoria, Australia, rising up from the Southern Ocean, lays Moonlight Head. It is here that we find Moonlight Head Lodge, a magical combination of privacy, tranquillity and luxury in total harmony … May 8, 2008
Landmark Report Launched on Maximizing China's Tourism Potential
PATA produces groundbreaking report geared to harness future growth and development of US$100bn tourism industryBEIJING, MAY 8, 2008: With the world's attention firmly on China (PRC) in the run-up to the Beijing 2008 Olympic Games, the Pacific Asia … May 8, 2008
Booking System Comes Alive At The St. Regis Bali Resort
The St. Regis Bali Resort, debuting in all its glamour with 81 over-sized suites, 42 splendid villas and 2 residences in September, announces today that its reservation lines are open for booking starting 10 May 2008. The resort will take reservations … May 8, 2008
St. Lucia to promote Travel & Tourism Opportunities to Global Marketplace using TourismROI
Port-of-Spain, Trinidad (May 7, 2008) – In a move designed to present its Travel & Tourism management information and investment opportunities to the local, regional and global marketplace, St. Lucia has signed up as a destination subscriber on … May 8, 2008
Travel Health Guide Launched by NHS Choices
NHS Choices (www.nhs.uk), the new digital 'front door' to the NHS, launches a new Live Well bundle aimed to help people stay healthy during their travels abroad.Based on NHS accredited information, the Live Well Travel health guide (www.nhs.uk/livewell/travelhealth/Pages/Travelhealthhome.aspx) … May 7, 2008
The Most Outrageously Obscure Hotels of 2008
Kiwi Collection Presents a Unique Selection of Hotels and Resorts that are Out of this World!Because luxury travel is now further-flung and more exotic than ever, Kiwi Collection, (www.kiwicollection.com) a trusted one-stop-shop for high-end luxury … May 7, 2008
WTM World Responsible Day has New Advisor
Sindiswa Nhlumayo, one of the hosts of the international responsible tourism conference leading to the adoption of the far-reaching Cape Town Declaration in 2002, has become the newest member of the WTM World Responsible Tourism Day Advisory Panel.Deputy … May 7, 2008
Arabian Travel Market Honours California after wildfire devastation
Arabian Travel Market gives New Frontiers Award 2008 to California for outstanding resilience and positive contribution to tourism developmentArabian Travel Market, the region’s premier travel and tourism exhibition, announced last night (Tuesday) … May 7, 2008
Arabian Travel Market 2009 Host Hotel Gets a New Address
Dubai, UAE. 6th May 2008: Reed Travel Exhibitions, the company behind Arabian Travel Market, the Middle East’s premier travel and tourism event, has appointed Emaar Hospitality Group’s recently launched 5-star premium brand, The Address Hotels & … May 7, 2008
Visit London Achieves Record Figures at IMEX
Visit London, the city’s official visitor organisation, recorded record enquiry figures at this year’s IMEX international business event in Frankfurt. The organisation’s business team recorded a massive increase in new business enquires from … May 7, 2008
Best Western’s Loyalty Program GCCI to celebrate 4th Anniversary in Asia
Gold Crown Club International Asia (GCCI), the truly international loyalty program by Best Western celebrated its 4th Anniversary in April. From the beginning, this loyalty program has continually gained a reputation among members worldwide … May 7, 2008
Seminole Tribe of Florida’s Billie Swamp Safari Introduces New Exclusive “Swamp Buggy” Eco-Tour
Billie Swamp Safari, located on the Big Cypress Seminole Reservation, will debut a new 90-minute, in-depth eco-tour of the Florida Everglades. The Exclusive Swamp Buggy Eco-Tour is a private tour that will be available for booking seven days a week between … May 7, 2008
ASTA Opposes SkyTeam, NW/KLM Request to Collude on Transatlantic Service
Antitrust immunity should be deferred for international joint ventureAlexandria, VA- ASTA has filed a request with the U.S. Department of Transportation asking it to defer a decision regarding a request to grant sweeping antitrust immunity to a major … May 6, 2008
Travel Industry Leaders Applaud First PATA CEO Challenge
Travel and tourism industry leaders offered glowing reviews for the first PATA CEO Challenge, held in Bangkok last week, describing it as “inspirational" and an “ambitious, brave and visionary event".Almost 97 per cent of delegates surveyed at the … May 6, 2008
Tourism Authority of Thailand launches the amazing Experience Video Contest and the Thailand Portfolio project
Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) has launched two digital activities to encourage tourists around the world to participate in the “Amazing Thailand" campaign, and to attract more visitors to the Kingdom.Tourists can win 200,000 baht of prizes by … May 6, 2008
Emirates Out in Force at ATM
Emirates, the Official Carrier of the 2008 Arabian Travel Market, will bring more than 50 staff from across the group to the event to highlight the breadth of the company’s offering. Mike Simon, Emirates’ Divisional Senior Vice President of Corporate … May 6, 2008
Malaysia Airlines launches Everyday Low Fares,offers 1 million zero fares for travel in Malaysia
Subang: Malaysia Airlines today launched Everyday Low Fares, offering 1 million zero faresfor all its domestic destinations to enable Malaysians to keep traveling, and to boost tourism.
Managing Director/ Chief Executive Officer, Dato’ Sri … May 6, 2008
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