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03/03/2009 13:56

FREE Internet Access at Amari Atrium Hotel, Bangkok

Guests can connect with friends and family or tend to business affairs via free internet access, which includes both broadband and wifi services, at no extra charge.       Wifi is available throughout the Amari Atrium Hotel including in the guest rooms, lobby, swimming pool,...
25/02/2009 15:02

Toursib – New Market, New Opportunities

Russia (World Tourism News) - What idea comes to the French, Italian, German, Dane thinking about Siberia? Usually this region associated with frost and coldness, exiled Decembrists, farness from cultural centers and poor infrastructure. A few people know that Novosibirsk – the capital of Siberia –...
23/02/2009 15:31

The Russian MICE market is cautiously optimistic

Russia (World Tourism News) - A pre-Christmas survey of the Russian MICE sector has revealed cautious optimism for this market.   “The aiGroup are the organisers of the Moscow International MICE Forum on March 17th and as so many of our Participants travel a long way to Moscow we felt that...
23/02/2009 11:07

Prague Gateway to Europe

Czech Republic (World Tourism News) - Come to visit the most beautiful city in Central Europe and explore its sights, monuments and atmosphere.      About Happy Journey - Czech & European Tours: The  private company „Happy Journey“ was established in the year...
12/02/2009 15:00

Fall in Love with Slovenia

Slovenia (World Tourism News) - Small in size, yet colossal in personality, Slovenia is at the crossroads of Europe; where the north meets the south and the east meets the west; where the Mediterranean meets the Alps and the old meets the new.      Nestled between Italy, Austria,...
12/02/2009 14:30

George Enescu Festival - World's top Orchestras

Romania (World Tourism News) - The 19th annual George Enescu International Festival and Competition, scheduled for August 30 - September 26, 2009, will pay special tribute to Romania's most famous composer and musician on the 128th anniversary of his birth, in 1881.     GEORGE ENESCU...
09/02/2009 10:03

Rome Apartments by Rome Sweet Home Launches the Weekly Discount Program

Italy (World Tourism News) -  Rome Sweet Home gives the opportunity to book a discounted holiday in Rome with the Weekly Discount Program. Rome Apartments by Rome Sweet Home launches, starting from today, the new Program Weekly Discount.   Thanks to this revolutionary new offer , all...
09/02/2009 09:30

ASTA Calls on DOT to Complete Work on Tarmac Delay Task Force

USA (World Tourism News) - In a letter to Secretary Ray LaHood following his Senate confirmation as U.S. Secretary of Transportation, ASTA requested today that the Department bring to a timely conclusion the work of the National Task Force to Develop Model Contingency Plans to Deal with Lengthy...
09/02/2009 08:47

Two exclusive Bordeaux Confidential Châteaux Wine Tours on the BKWine autumn program 2009

France (World Tourism News) - BKWine, the wine tour specialist, has launched two new and exclusive wine tours on the autumn program 2009. Both tours go to the famous French wine region Bordeaux. The tours include private visits and tastings to châteaux and gourmet meals with matching wine and food....
09/02/2009 08:05

Dove Travel & Cruises International has received the coveted A+ ranking from the BBB

USA (World Tourism News) - Dove Travel & Cruises International has received the coveted A+ ranking from the Better Business Bureau.  For years, Dove Travel has always exceeded its’ customers expectations by providing excellent travel services and great customer service.   Whether you...
02/02/2009 17:45

Wild Discovery announces the opening of 4 new branches in 2009

Lebanon (World Tourism News) - In line with its expansionary strategy across Lebanon and the Middle-East, Wild Discovery, the travel agency network affiliated to Johnny R. Saadé Holdings, will open 3 new branches in Zalka, Furn el Chebbak and Zahleh (Lebanon) as well as a second branch in Syria, in...
31/01/2009 14:12

A Unique Solution to Save Money on Your Holiday Home Booking

Netherlands (World Tourism News) - Hometraveler.com is the leading online home rental and exchange services provider. Today, company representative addressed press and media and shared lot of exclusive information about the website and its services. The first statement from spokesperson was,...
28/01/2009 21:29

Carnival as a Low-season Getaway? Think Lisbon with Big WayToStay Discounts

Spain (World Tourism News) - Carnival or Mardi Gras, has always been in a league of its own as the most dazzling of festivals, but usually with a high season price-tag attached. WayToStay.com is offering a Lisbon alternative to the traditional Rio celebrations; a little closer to...
28/01/2009 21:10

BeamYourScreen Combats Airline Strike

Germany (World Tourism News) – Following Lufthansa AG flight cancellations, flight attendants walking off the job and further delays expected, renowned online collaboration provider BeamYourScreen   (www.BeamYourScreen.com) is offering all affected parties a unique opportunity to use its...
28/01/2009 12:21

Online Magazine For Adventure Travelers Launched

USA (World Tourism News) - Off the Radar (travelofftheradar.com), an adventure travel newsletter since 2005 announces the launch of its new adventure travel information website today. The online resource and monthly newsletter provide adventure enthusiasts with information about unusual,...

Travel Marketing

05/10/2011 17:33

Optimising QR Codes for hotels

Bar codes are not new technology, but they can be an incredibly effective way of bringing the real world to your website.   With a little careful planning, you can create a QR campaign that will enhance your guests’ experiences, improve your search engine ranking and make you stand out...
18/07/2011 13:56

St. Kitts Tourism Authority Launches New Branding, Website

The St. Kitts Tourism Authority introduced new branding and a new website. The country’s new logo is features an elegant script with an open-heart shaped signature graphic and a new tagline that encourages potential visitors to “follow your heart” to the island.   Color schemes for the new...
17/02/2011 09:31

American flying high over excitement around royal wedding

Prince William and Kate Middleton have not left the headlines since the recent announcement that Will be married.   “Americans are fascinated by royal blood, and the entertaining dramatic stories that accompany them. Everyone still has etched in their mind the moment that Princess Diana took...
16/02/2011 09:30

Dominican Republic tourism reports record visitor numbers

DOMINICAN REPUBLIC - The Dominican Republic (DR) Ministry of Tourism announced that the country welcomed over four million visitors in 2010, a new record for the DR and a 3.3 percent increase over 2009. The U.S. is the DR's largest market for tourism with over one million U.S. visitors choosing...
15/02/2011 12:25

Awards showcase travel and tourism initiatives leading the world in sustainability

A small beach lodge helping to lift a community out of poverty; a project to regenerate an island’s fragile eco-system; an international hotel company supporting the protection of orangutans, turtles, and coral reefs; and a national park collaborating with local villagers for wildlife...
14/02/2011 11:34

India promoting lighthouses as tourist spots

Union Shipping Minister G.K.Vasan on Saturday launched an ambitious project for promotion of tourism in 14 lighthouses across the country at a cost of Rs.300 crore. The objective is to turn these lighthouses and surrounding areas into maritime landmark destinations and develop allied maritime ...
11/02/2011 09:57

British Airways reveals its top holiday destinations

CRAWLEY, England - British Airways has revealed its top holiday destinations for travellers wishing to head overseas during the Easter break and the extra Bank Holiday prompted by the Royal Wedding. Favourite locations for travellers include hotspots in destinations such as North America, the...
10/02/2011 12:52

Concur’s next generation mobile app now available in seven languages

Concur, a leading provider of integrated travel and expense management solutions, announced that its next generation mobile app is now available for download for Android, BlackBerry, iPhone and iPad users. In addition to enhanced language support including U.S. and UK English, French, French...
09/02/2011 11:15

Tourism news: Sydney launches tourism campaign in UK

A new tourism campaign for Sydney was announced in London last night during Australialive week, launching a new word into the vernacular. The campaign is based around 'Sydnicity' -- the word created for the campaign which encapsulates all of Sydney's magical sights and moments, its beauty,...
09/02/2011 10:51

Mexican Cleanup Urged to Help Caribbean Tourism

Mexican Cleanup Urged to Help Caribbean Tourism By Alister Doyle Pollutants ranging from pesticides to illicit drugs have been found in fresh water aquifers beneath a Caribbean resort in Mexico and could damage future tourism unless the region cleans up, a U.N.-backed study said on Sunday. It...

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