Refresh at The Spa at Four Seasons Hotel Tokyo at Marunouchi

This summer at The Spa at Four Seasons Hotel Tokyo at Marunouchi, a seasonal special body treatment, BREEZE Cool Down & Refresh, will be available for a limited time.


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New York City To Welcome Wax Figure Of Famed Bollywood Actor Salman Khan

Famed Bollywood actor Salman Khan will join the collection of wax figures at Madame Tussauds New York on Thursday, August 2nd. The celebrated actor will join such famed Bollywood stars as, Shah Rukh Khan and Amitabh Bachchan, in the attraction’s “Bollywood Zone.”


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DoubleTree by Hilton Opens Latest Hotel in Northeast China with the Announcement of DoubleTree by Hilton Shenyang

DoubleTree by Hilton has proudly announced the grand opening of its newest property in China, DoubleTree by Hilton Shenyang, which offers 389 well-appointed guestrooms, including 25 suites; two restaurants; a lobby lounge; a 24-meter heated indoor swimming pool; and an eforea:spa at Hilton.


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UNESCO and the Smithsonian Institution team up to celebrate the World Heritage Convention

The project ‘Protection, Preservation and Prosperity: Stories of World Heritage,’ is being launched by UNESCO and the Smithsonian Institution to celebrate the World Heritage Convention. Using mobile phone technology to reach the wider public, the project focuses on 10 World Heritage sites which embody, in particular, the role of local communities in World Heritage preservation. 


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CN reports Q2-2012 net income of C$631 million, or C$1.44 per diluted share

CN reported its financial and operating results for the second quarter and six-month period ended June 30, 2012.
Second-quarter 2012 highlights 

•    Net income was C$631 million, or C$1.44 per diluted share, versus year-earlier net income of C$538 million, or C$1.18 per diluted share. 


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KiwiRail continuing discussions on rail partnering

KiwiRail has been considering seeking a partner for its long-distance Scenic passenger services since April last year.


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Paragon Conventions Africa secures prestigious World Soybean Research Conference 2013

Paragon Conventions Africa, a professional conference organiser, has secured the hosting of the prestigious Ninth World Soybean Research Conference, set to take place at the Durban International Convention Centre from 17 to 22 February 2013.


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Comair to Cease Operations

Delta Air Lines announced its subsidiary, Comair, Inc. will cease operations after Sept. 29, 2012. In a memo issued today to the Officers and Directors of Delta Air Lines, Don Bornhorst, Senior Vice President of Delta Connection, said, "While regional flying has and will remain a key component of Delta's network, customer expectations and the unit costs of regional flying have evolved. 


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eTickets Now Accepted On Every Amtrak Train

Amtrak launched its eTicket program to all trains within its national network including on the Northeast Corridor, state-supported routes and long-distance services. eTickets provide passengers with the convenience to skip the line at the ticket window and go straight to the gate by printing their tickets whenever, wherever or by using a smartphone to present the eTicket to the conductor.


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RecertTrack Announces the Association, Event and Meetings Industry's First Portal Featuring an e-Certification Renewal Solution

RecertTrack (a US based company) is announcing that its e-certification renewal support and tracking solution has expanded its portfolio of services to include global education, research, trends and news for the nearly 700,000 association, meetings and event professionals worldwide. RecertTrack is the first company to offer an e-certification renewal support solution to certified professionals in the sector.  


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Registration opens for USTOA'S 2012 Annual conference & marketplace in Hawaii

Terry Dale, president of United States Tour Operators Association (USTOA), announced that online registration has opened for the association’s Annual Conference & Marketplace taking place December 6-8, 2012 at the Hilton Waikoloa Village in Hawai’i the Big Island, Hawaii.  


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ITB Asia-Building a More Collaborative Relationship Between Buyers & Vendors

ITB Asia, the annually held three day B2B trade show and convention - now in its fifth year in Singapore - takes place at Marina Bay Sands.


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Starwood Hotels & Resorts Opens First Dual-Branded Ski Resort Complex in China

Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide announced the opening of its first dual-branded ski resort complex in Changbaishan,China. Owned by Dalian Wanda Group, Sheraton Changbaishan Resort and The Westin Changbaishan Resort are adjacent to the slopes of the Changbai Mountains, one of China’s leading ski areas and famed resort destinations. 


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The Luxury Collection Hotels & Resorts Unveils the Restored Hotel Maria Cristina for Its 100th Anniversary

The Luxury Collection Hotels & Resorts, part of Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc, reopens the doors to the historic Hotel Maria Cristina, a Luxury Collection Hotel, San Sebastian, following an extensive $25 million restoration. The renovation of Hotel Maria Cristina, which was completed in time for its 100th anniversary this month, is part of a larger strategy to invest in the restoration of Starwood's most celebrated Luxury Collection hotels. 


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Le Meridien to Debut in Bangladesh with the Signing of Le Meridien Dhaka

Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide announced the signing of Le Méridien Dhaka, slated to open in July 2013. Owned byBest Holdings Limited, the 304 room hotel will be located close to Dhaka International Airport with easy access to the city’s central business district offering breathtaking views of the city. Le Méridien Dhakawill mark the second Starwood managed hotel in Bangladesh.


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Starwood to Open First Full-Service Property in Southwest Florida

Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide announced plans to introduce its Westin brand to Southwest Florida in a prestigious waterfront community in Cape Coral. Starwood will manage The Westin Resort at Tarpon Point Marina, which is scheduled to open in late 2012 and offer 262 oversize rooms and suites, world-class resort facilities, meeting space and several dining outlets.


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ITB Asis - TTG Travel Agent Conference comes back as TTG Travel Experts Conference

ITB Asia, the annually held three day B2B trade show and convention - now in its fifth year in Singapore will take place at Marina Bay Sands. 


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Four Seasons Resort Vail Supports Colorado Wildfire Victims

Four Seasons Resort Vail staff members recently supported the relief effort for Colorado wildfire victims by donating to the American Red Cross Disaster Relief Fund and extending a lodging discount to fire evacuees.


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Chengdu Will Host PATA Travel Mart 2013

PATA announced that PATA Travel Mart 2013 (PTM2013) and PATA Board Meeting will be hosted by the City of Chengdu, Sichuan Province, China in September 2013, at its PATA’s Executive Board Meeting on July 28, at the Hotel ICON, in Kowloon, Hong Kong.


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Wine Spectator Awards Boathouse Wine and Grill and RE KA TA

Both Boathouse Wine and Grill and the recently-opened RE KA TA Beach Club have been awarded with one of the world's most prestigious oenophilic accolades - the Wine Spectator's 2012 Best of Award of Excellence.


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Boeing Integrates Next-Gen Joint Helmet Mounted Cueing System on Silent Eagle

Boeing recently validated the integration of the next-generation Joint Helmet Mounted Cueing System II/h (JHMCS II/h) on the company's F-15 Silent Eagle demonstrator aircraft, continuing the on-schedule development of this advanced multi-role jet fighter.


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Marriott's Select Service and Extended Stay Brands Celebrate Their Superstars

Marriott International’s select service and extended stay brands; Courtyard by Marriott, Fairfield Inn & Suites, Residence Inn by Marriott, SpringHill Suites by Marriott and TownePlace Suites by Marriott gathered in Washington, D.C. last week to recognize and honor 26 of its top general managers.


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Hawaiian Begins Ticket Sales for Auckland Service - Same-Day Connections between North America and New Zealand

Hawaiian Airlines began selling tickets for its new service to Auckland, New Zealand, starting with its lowest everyday fares for travel originating from Honolulu, Hawai‘i’s neighbor islands, and the airline’s 11 gateway cities in North America. 


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RCI Serves as Platinum Sponsor of RDO3 2012 Conference

RCI will be a Platinum Sponsor for the Resort Development Organisation (RDO) conference for the third year running. RDO3 2012: Going The Distance will be held at the Pestana Chelsea Bridge Hotel and Spa in Chelsea, London from September 23-26, 2012.


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Helena, Montana CVB signs with Regatta Travel Solutions

Regatta Travel Solutions announced that they have signed an agreement with the Helena, Montana CVB to power their new website helenamt.com

“The Helena CVB has been working very hard to launch their new website HelenaMT.com,” said Ashwin Kamlani, President of Regatta Travel Solutions. 


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Regatta Travel Solutions to bring CVB with Google Hotel Finder

Regatta Travel Solutions announced that it will integrate its booking engine for CVBs with Google Hotel Finder. The launch of Google’s Hotel Finder has generated a significant amount of discussion in the travel industry, especially since Google has begun placing the tool prominently in natural search results. 


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Boeing Receives 10th WGS Satellite Order from US Air Force

Boeing has received a $338.7 million contract modification from the U.S. Air Force to produce and launch a tenth Wideband Global SATCOM (WGS) satellite. The authorization includes production, launch site activities, initial orbital operations and checkout.


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airberlin: Stefan Magiera to be New Vice President Corporate Sales for DACH Region

As of 1st August 2012, Stefan Magiera will take up the position of Vice President Corporate Sales for the DACH region, which covers Germany, Austria and Switzerland.


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Agilysys Software Solutions Popular Throughout United Kingdom

For the next two weeks, Agilysys software solutions will be used extensively throughout London and the United Kingdom, as sporting venues and hotels rely on Agilysys technology to streamline operations, improve efficiency and enhance guest service.   


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Transaero and Aigle Azur Launch Paris - Moscow Flights

Transaero Airlines in cooperation with the French airline Aigle Azur launched scheduled flights between Paris and Moscow. This became possible after both companies had been named designated carriers on the route within the process of liberalization of air transportation between Russia and France. 


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Wyndham Expands in Latin America with Panama Resort at Playa Blanca

Wyndham Hotel Group announced the expansion of its upscale Wyndham Hotels and Resorts brand in Panama with the addition of the Wyndham Grand Playa Blanca, a 220-room all-inclusive resort located on the Pacific coast in Panama’s Coclé Province.


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Star Alliance builds new lounge at Los Angeles' upgraded Tom Bradley International Terminal

Star Alliance member carrier Air New Zealand has been selected to design and manage the Alliance's new lounge at Los Angeles International Airport. The creation of this facility has been made possible by the US$ 1.7 billion redevelopment and make-over of the Tom Bradley International Terminal which has been commissioned by Los Angeles Worldwide Airports.


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Dana Introduces Multi-Layer Steel Transmission Separator Plates

As demands increase on powertrain performance, Dana Holding Corporation announced that it has developed multi-layer steel (MLS) transmission separator plates capable of withstanding three times the sealing pressures of current products in the light-vehicle market.  This technology also allows optimized channel paths and smaller valve bodies through the reduction of fasteners that can interfere with desired flow paths.


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Etihad Airways and Aer Lingus unveil codeshare details

Etihad Airways and Aer Lingus have signed an historic interline and codeshare agreement which follows the UAE national airline’s recent 2.987 per cent equity purchase in the Irish carrier.


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American Airlines Launches Preferred Seats Sale On AA.com And Priceline.com

Priceline.com is the first major online travel agency to sell American Airlines Preferred Seats, a product exclusively available to travel agencies through American's technologically advanced direct connection to its host reservations system.


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Parks & Trails New York Studies Economic Impact of Erie Canalway Trail

Visitors to the Erie Canalway Trail this summer may encounter students wanting to know more about their visit as part of a an economic impact study being conducted by the statewide not-for-profit advocacy group, Parks & Trails New York (PTNY).  Paul Scipione, Ph.D., Professor Emeritus of Business and Director of the Survey/Research Center at SUNY Geneseo is leading the eight-month effort.


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Free Ice Cream at "Sundaes at the Farm" Event

For the 5th year, The Tioga County Agricultural Resource Group is pleased to offer to the public free ice cream sundaes with delicious locally grown toppings.  Plan to be at the Luszczek Family Farm on 155 Rejmer Road in Berkshire, NY on Sunday, August 19, from 12:00 pm- 3:00 pm for an enjoyable “Sundae Sunday” at the farm. 


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A Spectacular Roman weekend awaits in Caerleon this summer

A Roman Spectacular takes places in Caerleon Amphitheatre and the National Roman Legion Museum on Saturday 18 & Sunday 19 August, 11am-5pm. Be part of it and experience a day out to remember.


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World-Class DJs to Perform at Ultra Music Festival

The Ultra Music Festival (UMF) 2012 Korea, featuring top DJs from around the world, will take place August 3rd and 4th at Jamsil Sports Complex in Seoul.


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NYC's Multi-Attraction Passes

Save on admissions to New York City attractions with the New York CityPASS, New York Explorer Pass, New York Pass and Downtown Culture Pass. Whether you're exploring Museum Mile, taking in the breathtaking city scenery on a ferry or experiencing the rich history and culture of Lower Manhattan, passes are the perfect and most economical way to experience the city. 


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Ethiopian First Dreamliner Clad in Ethiopian Livery

Ethiopian, the fastest growing airline in Africa, announces that its Boeing 787 Dreamliner is painted in Ethiopian livery and is at the final stages of preparation for delivery. 


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CEB launches 6 more inter-island routes to boost Philippines' most extensive route network

Cebu Pacific further strengthens its most extensive route network in the Philippines, with the launch of 6 more inter-island routes. 

Starting October 4, 2012, CEB will launch thrice weekly flights between Cebu and Busuanga, and between Tacloban and Legazpi.


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Large Hotel Group Connects Custom Built PMS to the World via RDX

The prestigious Regal Hotels Group, which offers thousands of rooms in Hong Kong, has gained powerful and seamless two-way connectivity with hundreds of online travel agents (OTAs) around the world directly from its custom-built Miro PMS after deploying Room Distribution Exchange (RDX) - SiteMinder’s new, direct connectivity platform.


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The Strong Receives Museums for America Grant from Institute of Museum and Library Services

The Strong has received a grant of $150,000 (the maximum amount awarded) from the Institute of Museum and Library Services through the Museums for America Program. The Strong is one of 152 museums across the nation to be awarded grants out of 470 that applied for funding.  


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Lois McClure Joins the Oswego Canal Festival

Mark your calendars to celebrate the Oswego Canal Festival over Labor Day weekend. The whole family will enjoy crafts and activities, historic presentations, music, food and more from Saturday, September 1 through Monday, September 3. Festivities run from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. in Oswego’s Historic Maritime District on West First Street Pier.


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Indian travel agents to promote Malaysia

A total of 39 Indian travel agents are in Malaysia til 1 August to explore the country’s tourism products and subsequently promote Malaysia as a must-visit destination among Indians. The delegation, from West and South India, are here under a Tourism Malaysia familiarisation programme after having successfully completed a course on Malaysia’s tourism products, i.e. the Malaysia Master Training Programme.


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RateTiger introduces enhanced rate transparency with Rate Parameter Shopping

Corporate buyers will be able to gain greater control over hotel room rate negotiations and compliance with the inclusion of intelligent rate parameter data in their benchmarking reports. RateTiger’s introduction of rate filtering technology to its award winning rate data product, RTCorp, will provide direct hotel pricing comparisons in line with hotel product type.


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DOT Fines World Atlantic Airlines for Charter Violations Related to Direct Air's Shutdown

The U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) today fined World Atlantic Airlines $180,000 for violating rules protecting passengers when their public charter flights are suddenly canceled.


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ACI-NA - Airports Urge DOT to Enhance Protections for 'All' Passengers

ACI-NA Executive Vice President, Policy and External Affairs Debby McElroy addressed the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) Advisory Committee for Aviation Consumer Protection at their first meeting to offer the airport perspective on air traveler rights and protections.


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ACI - Revision of State aid rules must safeguard regional growth

European airport trade body ACI EUROPE met with Joaquin Alumina, European Commission Vice-President and Commissioner for Competition. The meeting, which focused on the review by the European Commission (EC) of its policy on State aid for the aviation sector, was attended by Declan Collier, President of ACI EUROPE & CEO of London City Airport and Olivier Jankovec, Director General of ACI EUROPE. 


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New Commemorative Stamps available from Post Aruba

Visitors looking for a unique and beautiful souvenir of Aruba will find the special commemorative stamps issued by PostAruba a wonderful keepsake of their visit, and a greatly appreciated gift by any stamp collectors back home. Currently, there are five new issues for the commemorative stamps 2012 to be found at selected PostAruba outlets: the Philately window at their head office in Oranjestad and at PostAruba shop in the Palm Beach Plaza Mall.


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Jecheon International Music & Film Festival to be held in August

Marking its 8th anniversary this year, Jecheon International Music & Film Festival will take place from August 9th to 15th in Jecheon-si City, Chungcheongbuk-do Province.


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USA Pro Challenge Local Organizing Committee Unveils 'The World is Our Stage' Theme for Beaver Creek's Mountaintop Finish

Now just under a month away, Beaver Creek’s Stage 4 mountaintop finish of the USA Pro Challenge on Aug. 23 has cycling enthusiasts gearing up to cheer on their favorite riders. In recognition of Beaver Creek’s international draw and experience hosting world leaders and world stage events, the Local Organizing Committee revealed the Stage 4 theme, “The World is Our Stage” to get Vail Valley locals excited for the event and plan for ways to celebrate and be a part of the huge community event in Beaver Creek that day.


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UNIDO, ASEAN Secretariat to Strengthen Supply Capacity of Main Food Commodities in ASEAN Countries

Supporting the endeavors of the Governments of ASEAN Member States to strengthen the supply capacity of the main food commodities produced and processed in the region by assessing and comparing the political, economic and technological framework governing food production and processing as well as reasons and locations of post harvest losses of main food commodities in ASEAN countries were the aims of a workshop held in Jakarta.


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Cozmo Travels becomes first Middle East travel agency to sign up for Travelport Universal Desktop

Travelport has announced a new agreement with Cozmo Travels, a leading travel management company in the Middle East, which has seen comprehensive testing of Travelport’s ground-breaking Universal Desktop begin at the agency this month. 

With operations across the UAE, Qatar and Saudi Arabia, the collaboration makes Cozmo Travelport's first Middle East customer to benefit from the application which streamlines the travel booking process within a single, powerful platform. 


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Tourism Australia to host India Mega Famil and Workshop (IMFW) 2012 in Melbourne

Up to seventy of India’s top selling travel agents for Australian holidays will visit Melbourne in September as part of Tourism Australia’s six-day India Mega Famil and Workshop (IMFW) 2012. Scheduled to be held from September 1 – 6, 2012 at the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre (MCEC), the IMFW has been planned as a platform to showcase quality experiences and Australian tourism products to the participating Indian agents.


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Centara Grand Beach Resort & Villas Hua Hin appoints Christoph Albrecht as Resident Manager

Jacques Mury, General Manager of Centara Grand Beach Resort & Villas Hua Hin, has announced the appointment of Christoph Albrecht as Resident  Manager of the resort.


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Flight Training Adelaide named preferred training provider for Virgin Australia and Skywest Pilot Cadetship Program

Virgin Australia and Skywest Airlines have named Flight Training Adelaide as the preferred training provider to operate the new Pilot Cadetship program.


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Cantabria is regarded as a surfer's paradise in Spain

Cantabria is a place for surfers. Its 283 Kilometres of coastline with over 70 beaches makes Cantabria a unique Spanish surfing paradise.


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Bombardier Delivers a Global 5000 Jet to Jana Aviation

Bombardier announced the delivery of a Global 5000 jet to Jana Aviation. The aircraft will be managed by Executive Aircraft Services and based in Beirut, Lebanon.

“We are delighted that Jana Aviation has continued to place their trust in Bombardier aircraft for their operations in Lebanon,” said Khader Mattar, Regional Vice President, Sales, Middle East, Africa and India, Bombardier Business Aircraft.


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The Renaissance World Golf Village Resort and Beach Club In Northeast Florida Offering 'Stay & Play Golf Package'

Check out the “Stay and Play Golf Package” that the AAA Four-Diamond  Renaissance World Golf Village Resort and Beach Club in Jacksonville/St. Augustine, Florida is offering. The package includes a round of golf on one of the resort’s two renowned championship golf courses:  King & Bear, the only course ever co-designed by Arnold “The King” Palmer and Jack “The Bear” Nicklaus; or Slammer & Squire, created by Slammin’ Sammy Sneed and Gene “The Squire” Sarazen. 


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Cantabria: ideal destination for nature lovers and adventure sports

Located in the heart of Green Spain, Cantabria is the ideal destination for nature lovers andadventure sports.

The region has the best natural resources for practicing any outdoor activity from the sea to the mountains, from the river to the beach... In the morning you sail, dive or go surfing in the Cantabrian Sea and in the afternoon your can play golf at one of its 11 fields, rafting, canoeing or fishing in any of its rivers. 


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BOURBON STEAK Welcomes Guests to Third Annual Pig Roast

BOURBON STEAK welcomes pig lovers to “Porc Out,” the third annual pig roast hosted on the restaurant’s patio on Sunday, August 19, 2012 from 12:00 to 3:00 pm.


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U.S. hotel industry's occupancy rises by 2.5 %

The U.S. hotel industry experienced positive results in the three key performance metrics during the week of 15-21 July 2012, according to data from STR. In year-over-year comparisons for the week, occupancy ended the week with a 2.5-percent increase to 75.1 percent, average daily rate increased 4.0 percent to US$108.15 and revenue per available room ended the week with an increase of 6.6 percent to US$81.25.


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Thai Airways International (India) and TAT New Delhi are offering a special promotion for transit passengers flying on Thai Airways

Thai Airways International (India) and Tourism Authority of Thailand, New Delhi  (TAT) are jointly doing a special promotion for transit passengers traveling by Thai Airways from anywhere in India to any destination in the world.  


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Savour The Taste And Tradition Of Iftar Onboard Qatar Airways

Throughout the holy month of Ramadan, Qatar Airways will bring a taste of Qatari hospitality to the skies by offering guests who are fasting with a specially designed Iftar box. The box consists of traditional and local gastronomical delights traditionally associated with breaking of the fast.


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Qatar Airways Expands African Network To Kilimanjaro

Qatar Airways has further expanded operations in Africa with today’s launch of daily scheduled flights to Kilimanjaro – its 18th gateway on the diverse Continent and second destination in Tanzania.

Operating via the Tanzanian capital of Dar es Salaam, Kilimanjaro takes Qatar Airways’ global network up to 118 destinations and also marks yet another move by the Doha-based airline into underserved markets.


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Etihad airways flies EPL Champions to Beijing for summer tour and launches soccer

Etihad Airways, the sponsor of EPL champions Manchester City Football Club (MCFC), this week flew the squad to Beijing on their first ever visit to China, for a pre-season summer tour, where they will play Arsenal FC at the Birds Nest Stadium on July 27.


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Hahn Air partners Condor

Hahn Air has signed an Interline E-Ticketing (IET) agreement with Condor Flugdienst GmbH, one of Europe’s leading leisure airlines. More than 88,000 travel agencies worldwide now have the option to issue Condor on Hahn Air’s insolvency-safe e-tickets. 


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Abu Dhabi International Airport Welcomes over Seven Million Passengers in First Half of 2012

ADAC announced that Abu Dhabi International Airport welcomed 7,050,646 passengers during the first half of 2012, a significant increase of 22.8% compared to the same period in 2011. Abu Dhabi International Airport also witnessed a surge in aircraft movements, which climbed by 3.6% with a total of 58,937 movements during January-June 2012.


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ITB Berlin and IPK International present an analysis of the dynamic developments and outbound travel volume of the BRIC countries

ITB Berlin and IPK International present an analysis of the dynamic developments and outbound travel volume of the BRIC countries in a five-year comparison – Among the BRIC countries outbound trips have grown at different rates: Russia leads, followed by China, while Brazil and India lag far behind. 


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ICTP welcomes Southern Africa Tourism Services Association

ICTP announced the Southern Africa Tourism Services Association (SATSA) has become a destination member. SATSA is one of five tourism organizations from South Africa that has joined ICTP.


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Kenya Airways strengthens UAE presence

With immediate effect, Africa’s National carrier, Kenya Airways announced the launch of an additional ‘three times a week’ flight from Dubai to Nairobi with convenient onward connections popular African destinations including Mombasa, Dar Es Salaam and newly launched Kilimanjaro. 


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Cruise Industry Charitable Foundation and CLIA Present Grants to Three Baltimore-Area Youth Organizations

The Cruise Industry Charitable Foundation, in partnership with the Cruise Lines International Association, presented $50,000 in grants to three Baltimore-area foundations Sunday at a brunch aboard the Carnival Pride in the Port of Baltimore.


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Don't over tax tourism-WTTC tells EU Finance Ministers

WTTC has written to all 27 Finance Ministers in the European Union urging them to recognise the important role of the industry in stimulating economic growth and jobs, while avoiding unproductive knee-jerk tax hikes at a time of austerity.


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PATA Launches The PATA Hong Kong Chapter

PATA announced the launch of the new PATA Hong Kong Chapter on July 27, 2012 at the Hotel ICON, in Kowloon, Hong Kong on the eve of its Executive Board meeting.
 
Eng João Manuel Costa Antunes, PATA Chairman said: “The PATA family is very glad to see the re-opening of the Hong Kong Chapter.


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West Bengal lacks proper infrastructure, says Union Minister of Tourism Subodh Kant Sahay

In response to Bengal Tourism Minister Rachhpal Singh's claim of Union Government being ‘stingy’ in terms of granting funds, Mr. Subodh Kant Sahay, Union Minister of Tourism said that West Bengal lacks proper infrastructure albeit housing some of the best tourism spots and attractions. 


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