World Travel Market improves admission policy
World Travel Market, the premier global event for the travel industry, has improved its existing admission policy.Launched last year, the new admission policy is designed to benefit both exhibitors and visitors. The policy gives exhibitors greater … July 2, 2009
Thai government extends visa fee waiving to one year
Continuing its efforts to expedite the revival of the Thai travel and tourism industry, the Royal Thai Government has agreed to extend the exemption of the visa fee for tourist visa applications until March 4, 2010.The exemption will apply to all … July 2, 2009
New program promotes local small businesses
Roswell Businesses, the Roswell Convention & Visitors Bureau, and the City of Roswell are rolling out a new program to promote all the city has to offer. “Find It All, Roswell” is targeted to create a thriving, prosperous community through encouraging … July 2, 2009
Travel agents’ associations condemn United Airlines credit card fee transfer
The World Travel Agents Associations Alliance (WTAAA) has voiced its’ condemnation of the move by United Airlines (United - UA) to transfer credit card merchant fee costs to selected United States-based travel agents and inevitably to consumers.United … July 1, 2009
Agoda and Villa Fontaine Hotels join forces to offer the best of Japan
Agoda.com, an Asian-based, online hotel reservation service and part of Priceline.com, today announced a distribution agreement with the Hotel Villa Fontaine. The agreement includes properties in 15 prime Japanese locations throughout Tokyo and Osaka, … July 1, 2009
Village of Merrick Park celebrates man’s best friend with "The Doggy Days of Summer" events
Village of Merrick Park knows it’s a dog’s world out there. What better way to lift the spirits than to kick off “The Doggy Days of Summer" event series? Throughout the summer, Village of Merrick Park invites travelers with dogs to bring their leashed … June 30, 2009
Saudi Tourism Contact Center wins the Best Performance Award in the Middle East
The Tourism Contact Center at the Saudi Commission for Tourism and Antiquities (SCTA) received the Award for Best Tourism Communication Center Performance in the Middle East in 2009. The award was granted by Insights International Organization for the … June 30, 2009
Next ITE & ITE MICE will take place June 10-13, 2010 in Hong Kong
Held annually in Hong Kong, ITE & ITE MICE is among the few leisure and MICE shows in Asia covering a substantial market like Hong Kong and also the fast-growing markets of China and Asia, which brings direct contact not only with the travel trade … June 30, 2009
UN speaking as one - supporting the transformation to a green economy
Ahead of the UN Conference on Climate Change in Copenhagen, Denmark (December 2009), UNWTO has joined several UN agencies to release an Interagency Statement of the United Nations System: “Green Economy: A Transformation to Address Multiple Crises." This … June 29, 2009
La Marguerite contract 2010/2011 now available
RV La Marguerite, a 46-cabin vessel by Indochina Sails, is an enchanting river vessel. She embraces a Mekong riverbank landscape surrounded by mangrove and rice paddies. Expected to undergo extensive interior fittings, the new vessel will be a sanctuary … June 29, 2009
"Reach for the Stars" with CHI Hotels and Resorts
Malta-based CHI Hotels & Resorts (CHI) held a graduation ceremony at the Corinthia Hotel St. George’s Bay, Malta to award proficiency certificates to 37 departmental operational coaches from CHI’s Malta hotels who have concluded an intensive “Reach … June 27, 2009
One region, seven communities, hundreds of adventures
Somewhere just off scenic GA 400, an adventure awaits. From North Fulton County in metro Atlanta to Lumpkin County in the North Georgia Mountains, the Hospitality Highway leads you to one adventure after another: the shopping decadence in Buckhead, home … June 26, 2009
Get wet, get wild — you can even use your outside voices!
Have plans this weekend? Albany, Georgia wants you and your family to get wet and get wild this summer on a weekend getaway to an affordable adventure. The Albany Convention & Visitors Bureau has created a “Wet, Wild, and Out of this World” package … June 26, 2009
Launch of hotel bidding concept in India
Noble Travels Group, which had launched an online bidding site, Bid2Travel.com, in April this year, believes the timing of its latest offering is an appropriate one.Pritpal S. Saini, founder and director of Bid2Travel.com, http://events.eyefortravel.com/tdindia/speakers.asp … June 26, 2009
Cape Town to host the 6th World Paediatric Congress in 2013
Cape Town Tourism is in Cairns, Australia to exhibit at the 5th World Paediatric Congress ahead of Cape Town's hosting of the event in 2013.The right to host the 6th congress at the Cape Town International Convention Centre was won by the Paediatric … June 26, 2009
Registration for WTM 2009 is now live
World Travel Market, the premier global event for the travel industry, has opened pre-registration for WTM 2009.WTM 2009 is poised to be the biggest and best World Travel Market yet as the event looks to build on last year’s success as it celebrates … June 25, 2009
The Breakers, Palm Beach - a legendary resort upholds commitment to ongoing enhancements, to deliver an unequaled array of experiences and treasured memories
On the east coast of the U.S., few luxury oceanfront destinations such as The Breakers Palm Beach (www.thebreakers.com) constantly evolve to ensure its offerings remain enticing to all ages. A one-of-a-kind architectural masterpiece that is absent of … June 25, 2009
Agoda shines in Shanghai during total solar eclipse
On July 22nd, Shanghai moves to the shadows and becomes one of the best places on the planet to view the longest total solar eclipse of the 21st century. To assist travelers in experiencing this amazing natural phenomenon, Agoda.com has secured the best-guaranteed … June 24, 2009
South Street Seaport Music begins 8th season on July 3!
Recognized for presenting a plethora of indie music's most relevant breaking and established bands on the Pier 17 stage in lower Manhattan, Seaport Music kicks off its eighth season with a stellar and notable line up, beginning Friday, July 3 with Brooklyn's … June 24, 2009
The International Hotel Restaurant Association & Weather Decision Technologies partner to provide private local weather services
Dr. Ghassan Aidi, president of The International Hotel Restaurant Association (IH) based in Geneva, Switzerland, is pleased to announce a new partnership with Weather Decision Technologies (WDT) based in the Washington, DC metropolitan area, the world’s … June 24, 2009
Ala Moana Center offers fireworks, fashion and fun this Fourth of July
HONOLULU, HAWAII – For the 18th consecutive year, Ala Moana Center is proud to be the sole provider and financial source of Hawaii’s largest fireworks spectacular, taking place at Ala Moana Beach Park on Independence Day. The festivities at Ala Moana … June 24, 2009
Ethical challenges posed by the economic crisis are cause of deep concern
San José, Costa Rica / Madrid, Spain, 24 June 2009 - Given the present economic crisis, it is particularly important to implement the ethical principles stated in the Global Code of Ethics for Tourism. This is the main message to emerge from the recent … June 24, 2009
Indochina Sails appoints new hotel manager
Indochina Sails JSC is pleased to announce the appointment of Ivan Comizzoli as the new hotel manager. Ivan will be responsible for pre-opening set up and all matters related to operations onboard from customer service to housekeeping, to food and beverages, … June 23, 2009
IMEX shortlisted for the AEO Sustainable Initiative of the Year Award 2009
The environmental record of IMEX, the worldwide exhibition for the incentive travel, meetings, and events industry, was recognized by the Association of Event Organizers (AEO) in London on Friday (June 19) when it was highly commended by the trade body … June 22, 2009
TourCrafters designs food-lovers' package to Bologna
TourCrafters has put together a 6-day/5-night fall package to Bologna that starts at only US$1,109 and should thrill those who consider themselves “foodies." Yes, historic Bologna has charming porticoed streets, medieval palaces, 12th-century towers, … June 22, 2009
Tour Asia Group launched in Bangkok
For the First time in the travel history in Asia, and probably in the world as well, as many as 11 countries have come forward together to form – TOUR ASIA GROUP (TAG).The objective of TAG is to promote each other's business in their own home countries … June 21, 2009
Guinness celebrations unveiled
Today, GUINNESS announced details of their 250th anniversary celebrations, which will peak on “Arthur’s Day" on September 24, 2009. Celebrating 250 years, this remarkable day will honor Arthur Guinness, the man who signed the 9,000 year lease on the … June 21, 2009
Pacific Whale Foundation has openings for summer Ocean Discovery Camp for kids
MAALAEA (MAUI), HI - Are your kids ready for some new summer fun and adventure? Good news - Pacific Whale Foundation has openings for its ocean-themed summer camps for kids.Ocean Discovery Camp, for ages 6 to 12, is a day-camp program available Mondays … June 20, 2009
2009 Skål International Ecotourism Awards
Skål, founded as an international association in 1934 is the largest organization of travel and tourism professionals in the world, embracingall sectors of the tourism industry from hoteliers to travel agents, to airlines, tourism media, tourism students, … June 19, 2009
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