200 events to celebrate Eid al-Fitr holidays in the Saudi Capital
The Executive Committee of the Eid Al Fitr Celebration at the Riyadh Mayoralty has announced the Eid al-Fitr programs in various parts of the city to celebrate the Eid Holidays. These include the 200 free events spread over more than 40 locations … August 31, 2010
UNWTO and Uzbekistan will host 5th International Meeting on the Silk Road
To mark the beginning of a new phase in its Silk Road Program, UNWTO, in collaboration with the government of Uzbekistan, will hold the 5th International Meeting on the Silk Road on October 8-9, 2010 in Samarkand, Uzbekistan. The meeting will introduce … August 30, 2010Seychelles joins the world of carnivals but with a unique touch
SEYCHELLES - Carnivals are not new, and many countries are today organizing a carnival of their own. The Tropical Creole Islands of the Seychelles has now confirmed that they are organizing an annual carnival with the first edition due on March 4-6, 2011. … August 30, 2010
The future of tourism in South Africa beyond 2010
The year 2010 represents a golden opportunity for South Africa as a nation to win not just on the football field as host nation of the 2010 FIFA WORLD CUP, but on the global tourism stage. The reality, however, is that the end of the 2010 Games do not … August 26, 2010
Co-op MD Mike Greenacre leads stellar line up of speakers at UNWTO Ministers Summit at World Travel Market
Co-operative Travel Group managing director Mike Greenacre will lead a stellar line up of private sector speakers at the annual World Tourism Organization’s (UNWTO) Ministers’ Summit at World Travel Market, the premier global event for the travel … August 26, 2010
Home based agents have lots to learn at THETRADESHOW
This year, home-based agents will have a myriad of learning opportunities at THETRADESHOW being held at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Florida, from September 12-14, 2010. Scott Koepf, former NACTA president, will provide a keynote that … August 23, 2010
World Travel Market launches Technology and Online Travel Theatre at WTM
World Travel Market, the premier global event for the travel industry, is expanding its technology seminar program for 2010 with the introduction of a presentation theatre on the exhibition floor within the technology and online travel section. It’s … August 19, 2010
Lombok, West Nusa Tenggara welcomes Tourism Indonesia Mart and Expo 2010
JAKARTA - After successfully hosting the Indonesian annual travel mart, Tourism Indonesia Mart & Expo (TIME) or "Pasar Wisata Indonesia" last year, Lombok, West Nusa Tenggara, once again will be host of this year’s event. This Indonesian premier tourism … August 18, 2010
Seychelles pavilion one of the biggest draws at World Expo
VICTORIA, Mahe - The Seychelles pavilion is faced with daily queues of visitors spanning over 100 m reported Ambassador Philippe Le Gall today. "Seychelles’ Pavilion, being located centrally near the African Pavilion, which welcomed its 10 millionth … August 12, 2010
WTM launches new online bespoke accommodation booking service
World Travel Market (WTM), the premier global event for the travel industry, has launched its new online bespoke accommodation booking service, which includes exclusive allocations and rates. The new website ( www.world-travel-market-hotels.co.uk ), … August 9, 2010
TripIt president to present at China Travel Distribution Summit
Gregg Brockway, president of Tripit, said he is very interested in learning about the Chinese travel industry on his upcoming trip to China to speak at the China Travel Distribution Summit in Beijing this September. Brockway’s trip to China comes … August 9, 2010
Industry gets behind World Travel Market World Responsible Tourism Day
More companies than ever before have applied to participate in World Travel Market (WTM) World Responsible Tourism Day (WRTD) – the only global campaign, in association with the United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO), to inspire and educate … August 5, 2010
Amadeus partners with TravelDaily to present 2010 China Travel Distribution Summit
TravelDaily ( www.traveldaily.cn ), China’s leading online publisher and event organizer with emphasis on the distribution, marketing, and technology trends in the travel and tourism industries, today announced that it has welcomed Amadeus as a diamond … August 4, 2010
IMEX America launches first Wild Card Americas program
Organizers of IMEX America, the new model trade show for the meetings, events, and incentive travel industry in the US, have today announced they intend to offer two free "Wild Card" places come the show's launch on October 11 next year. As a result, … August 2, 2010
Walking the walk at THETRADESHOW
Attending events, conference, and exhibitions can often be very hectic and frazzled with all there is to do and see in a compact period of time. THETRADESHOW is making the participation of the travel agent uncomplicated and streamlined at its event being … August 2, 2010
Bit 2011: right on the market’s doorstep
MILAN, Italy – From February 17-20, 2011 the 31st edition of Bit–International Tourism Exchange will be held in Milan, which closed last February on a positive note regarding the future of the sector: over 5,000 exhibitors were present from 130 countries … August 1, 2010
American Tourism Society opens registration for its annual fall conference in Kosovo
NEW YORK, NY - The American Tourism Society (ATS) announced today that online registration is now open at www.AmericanTourismSociety.org for its Fall 2010 Annual Conference, which will take place in Kosovo, October 25-29 2010. ETurboNews is a proud media … August 1, 2010
Educational opportunities abound at THETRADESHOW
Do you want to meet more business partners across the globe? If you’re looking to make more international contacts, you can’t miss THETRADESHOW. There, you will gain the knowledge and expertise to make your travel business more profitable. As the … July 25, 2010
WTM expands Speed Networking program for 2010
World Travel Market (WTM), the premier global event for the travel industry, has expanded its Speed Networking program following the success of last year’s inaugural event. Last year’s speed networking session played an important role in business … July 22, 2010
GlobalCollect partners with TravelDaily to present the 2010 China Travel Distribution Summit
TravelDaily ( www.traveldaily.cn ), China’s leading online publisher and event organizer with emphasis on the distribution, marketing, and technology trends in the travel and tourism industries, today announced that it has welcomed GlobalCollect as … July 20, 2010
UNWTO Ministers’ Summit at WTM to issue Statement of Intent
The fourth and largest-ever UNWTO Ministers’ Summit at World Travel Market (WTM) will for the first time conclude with a Statement of Intent outlining the future direction of the travel and tourism industry. The country tourism ministers attending … July 15, 2010
IMEX pushes thought leadership by making latest show seminars and webcasts available online
For meetings industry professionals keen to extend their learning or who missed out on key seminars and workshops during this year's IMEX, the show's organizers have made 53 presentations available for free download on the IMEX website ( www.imex-frankfurt.com/seminarpresentations10.html … July 12, 2010
World Travel Market introduces new Sports Pavilion
World Travel Market, the premier global event for the travel industry, is unveiling a new Sports Pavilion at WTM 2010 with some of the most iconic venues in the world exhibiting. The spiritual home of four of the world’s major sports - Lords (cricket), … July 8, 2010
Africa's night of tourism triumph
South Africa swept the board at the World Travel Awards Africa & Indian Ocean Gala Ceremony in Johannesburg on Wednesday, July 7, attended by 1,200 senior industry leaders. It was a night of elation – and some disappointment – as the travel and … July 7, 2010
Mauritius, Seychelles and Maldives hit awards jackpot
LONDON, England - Mauritius, Seychelles, and the Maldives scooped the majority of key overall awards for the Indian Ocean in this year’s prestigious World Travel Awards. It was a night of elation – and disappointment for some – at the World Travel … July 7, 2010
Roads of Arabia tours Europe and USA
The Roads of Arabia - the exhibition of archeological masterpieces of Saudi Arabia - will tour a number of European capitals and major US cities. Explaining the exhibition’s global tour, HRH president of SCTA Prince Sultan Bin Salman Bin Abdul Aziz … July 7, 2010
BTC 2010 closes on a positive note
BTC 2010, the Italian trade show for the meetings, events, conferences, incentive travel, and business tourism industry, came to a successful close on July 2 at the Fiera di Rimini Exhibition Centre, amid the general satisfaction of those present. The … July 6, 2010
China Travel Distribution Summit opens for registration
GUANGZHOU, China - TravelDaily ( www.traveldaily.cn ), China’s leading online publisher and event organizer with emphasis on distribution, marketing, and technology in the travel and tourism industries, announced today it will partner with PhoCusWright … July 1, 2010
BTC 2010 opens with minister for tourism cutting the ribbon
The 26th BTC, the Italian trade show for the meetings, events, conferences, incentive travel, and business tourism industry, opens this morning at the Fiera di Rimini Exhibition Centre, for two days of business, education and professional networking. The … July 1, 2010Hausmittel
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