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Self-Service Airline Check-in KIOSKS Start at Addis Ababa Bole International Airport

Ethiopian Airports Enterprise and Ethiopian Airlines introduced common use self-service check-in KIOSKS at the Addis Ababa Bole International Airport on May 22, 2012. This new service will greatly...

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Network Rail Agrees Multi-Billion Pound Contract For Crossrail Surface Works

Network Rail has agreed an anticipated final cost with Crossrail Limited to deliver significant infrastructure enhancements on the rail network to enable Crossrail services to Maidenhead, Heathrow,...

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Reed Travel Exhibitions to expand portfolio with 'Spa & Wellness by ILTM'

Reed Travel Exhibitions (RTE), organiser of International Luxury Travel Market (ILTM), is launching an event called “Spa & Wellness by ILTM”. The first dedicated event of its kind by...

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Southwest Airlines Appearance Techs Ratify Tentative Agreement With Company

Southwest Airlines is pleased to announce that its Appearance Techs, represented by the Aircraft Mechanics Fraternal Association (AMFA), voted to ratify its tentative agreement with the Company. The...

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WTM: Fiona Jeffery awarded OBE

Reed Travel Exhibitions Chairman World Travel Market Fiona Jeffery collected her Order Of The British Empire (OBE) from Princess Anne at Buckingham Palace.

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Three effective ways to boost your Travel Business by Social Networking

Social Networking has literally ‘plagued’ our life with virtually every move in the travel business arena being highlighted through networking sites like Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest etc....

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PATA -Proposals for Regional Office in Europe

One of PATA’s Government/Destination category members has approached the Association for assistance in researching the potential and practicalities of establishing a regional office in Europe....

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Amtrak and Green Education Foundation Announce Green In Action Winner

The Green in Action Contest, part of Green Education Foundation’s (GEF) free National Green Week program, requested schools and youth groups to share their environmental initiative, green team...

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JAL Show Support for Japan's Athletes in the 2012 London Olympics

Japan Airlines (JAL) will deploy a specially decorated aircraft on select domestic routes from May 27, 2012 to show support for the national team of sportspersons representing Japan at the 2012...

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Korea Meteorological Administration Launches Yeosu Expo Weather Service

The Korea Meteorological Administration (KMA) is providing tailored weather forecasting services for visitors to the Expo 2012 Yeosu Korea throughout the Expo period (May 12 – August 12, 2012)....

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Taste of Latin America at The Steak House and The Bar

June is the perfect month to experience the excitement of Latin America. From a selection of exceptional meats and Argentinean wines at The Steak House to a variety of Latin American cocktails at The...

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Top trio cook up support for Hospitality Action

Michael Caines MBE, Paul Heathcote MBE and Nigel Haworth came together this week to host a spectacular evening of fine dining at Heathcotes Brasserie, the second in a series of fundraising dinners at...

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Elbow Beach, Bermuda offers 'Destination Bachelorette Party' Package

Elbow Beach, Bermuda introduced its “Destination Bachelorette Party,” a four-night, getaway package in keeping with the ever-growing trend to escape with friends and family for a fun...

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Leading Government Officials, Travel Executives Share Industry Perspective at ASTA Premium Business Summit

ASTA’s sixth annual Premium Business Summit brought more than 100 of the industry’s top travel agency executives together with top supplier management and government officials to share...

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The Beau-Rivage Palace has inaugurated its new bar - 'BAR'

The Beau-Rivage Palace is broadening its appeal by launching a cocktail bar showcasing ingredients mixed in accordance with original recipes. Since it opened on 23 April 2012 this new bar has been...

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JAL and MOS Burger Presents [AIR MOS RICE BURGER] On Select Flights

Japan Airlines and MOS FOOD SERVICES, INC. (MOS Burger) have teamed up once again and will be serving onboard select routes from June 1 to August 31, 2012 a new JAL Original version of another of the...

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NTA supports JOLT ACT

A new piece of travel legislation that combines parts of earlier bills has been introduced in both the U.S. Senate and House of Representatives. The Jobs Originated through Launching Travel Act of...

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Crystal Honors Soldiers from Around the World with Veterans' Gatherings

Crystal Cruises is honoring heroes past and present with on-board get-togethers for veterans and loved ones of all nations on every luxury cruise. Activities planned for the upcoming American...

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ABTA Unveils 'Love Summer, Love Travel'

The Travel Association unveiled a programme of new consumer engagement activity to raise awareness of the ABTA brand amongst 18-34 year olds. The activity aims to engage with consumers by focusing on...

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The Spa at Elbow Beach introduces two new Suite Experiences and Relexology Treatments

The Spa at Elbow Beach, a Mandarin Oriental Spa, introduced two new Suite Experiences and three new Reflexology Foot Treatments to its menu of holistic therapies. The Bermuda Shores Suite Experience...

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A Gem of a Cocktail at Amaranto, Park Lane

The Diamond Jubilee, marking The Queen's 60 year reign on the throne, is set to highlight the nation's excitement with all the pomp and ceremony for which the Brits are so renowned. In the spirit of...

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Marriott Hotels Get Ready for a Right Royal Knees-Up

Marriott International hotels across the United Kingdom are preparing to celebrate the Diamond Jubilee and summer in style, highlighting the Best of Britain with fun and frivolous offerings for hotel...

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Latest YouTube channel FAWN Inc will showcase the best of destination New Zealand

The latest YouTube channel FAWN Inc, For All Women Network, will showcase the best of destination New Zealand from June to its online subscription base of over 170,000. The seven personalities who...

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Delta Releases 2011 Corporate Responsibility Report

Delta Air Lines released its 2011 Corporate Responsibility Report, which details the airline's financial, safety, community and environmental performance. The report documents Delta's progress...

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Prominent Local Entertainers to Perform Aboard Every 2012 European Crystal Cruise

With increased overnights and more time in port, Crystal Cruises is expanding its regional entertainment programming — and all inclusive ease. On every European voyage in 2012, the ultra-luxury...

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The Ritz-Carlton, Montreal to Open as Second Canadian Jewel in the Hotel Company Portfolio

On May 28, 2012, the iconic Ritz-Carlton, Montreal will reopen after an extensive $200 million restoration combining the latest amenities with the splendour of the past. The Grande Dame of...

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Southwest Airlines New Austin To Reagan National Airport Service Now For Sale

Southwest's service between Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) and Reagan National Airport (DCA) is now for sale at www.southwest.com. Southwest will make its inaugural flight to DCA...

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PSAV Bringing Power to Presentations at The Westin Harbour Castle Hotel Toronto

For The Westin Harbour Castle Hotel in Toronto, an event-technology partner is a team to rely on for audiovisual, maximizing event messaging and even to support each group's power requirements. This...

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Accor celebrates its 500th hotel in Asia Pacific with the opening of the 1st Pullman in India

Accor reaffirms its position as largest international hotel operator in Asia-Pacific with the opening of the Pullman Gurgaon Central Park, the Group’s 500th hotel in the region. The...

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Mandarin Oriental, San Francisco celebrates the summer with 'Perfect Pair & More' family package

The award-winning Mandarin Oriental, San Francisco has been redesigned with families in mind. Boasting a renewed style and contemporary elegance, the hotel introduces the “Perfect Pair &...

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Royal Orchid Fort Resort, Mussoorie offers exquisite summer package

Royal Orchid Fort Resort, Mussoorie, one of the premiere destination hotels in the luxury segment is ready to make your summer the most exotic one for ever. To beat the this scorching heat of...

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Speaker Set to Motivate AIBTM 2012 on Leadership in Challenging Times

The Americas Meetings & Events Exhibition (www.aibtm.com) announced that keynote speaker Alexander Blass, an internationally acclaimed American innovator and entrepreneur, will present at AIBTM...

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Crowne Plaza Hotels & Resorts to Donate $60,000 Through

PGA TOUR golfers at this year’s Crowne Plaza Invitational at Colonial will be playing for more than the traditional plaid jacket. The entire PGA TOUR field will be working even harder to shoot...

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Hawaiian Airlines' Newest A330, Nahiku, Enters Service

Hawaiian Airlines welcomed its eighth new Airbus A330-200 to its fleet, the third of four that will be delivered this year en route to an eventual fleet size of 22.

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787 Dream Tour Touches Down "Down Under"

Boeing’s 787 Dreamliner landed at Sydney International Airport in Australia, kicking off the seventh and final leg of the global Dream Tour.

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Mandarin Oriental, Jakarta And Mandarin Oriental, Manila Celebrate Summer With Attractive Packages For Business And Leisure Travellers

Mandarin Oriental, Jakarta and Mandarin Oriental, Manila are rolling out some unbeatable packages this summer which ensure travellers enjoy the utmost in luxury, quality and service.

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Hyatt Regency San Francisco Airport - Burlingame Introduces San Francisco "Train" Package

As the best in class hotel in the San Francisco Bay Area, Hyatt Regency San Francisco Airport – Burlingame offers room packages that appeal to most any travel need, including the new...

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CEB holds Hong Kong, VisMin sale as low as P488

Cebu Pacific pushes for more domestic travel with a seat sale to the Visayas and Mindanao from May 24 to 27, 2012 or until seats last. For travel from July 1 to September 30, 2012, passengers can...

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Galway Goes to Miami for Volvo Ocean Race

To whet appetites for the marvellous spectacle of the forthcoming finale of the Volvo Ocean Race, a delegation from Galway joined Tourism Ireland in Florida last week, during the Miami stopover of...

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DOT Fines Virgin America for Incomplete Disability Complaint Reports

The U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) today assessed a civil penalty against Virgin America for filing incomplete reports with the Department about complaints registered by passengers with...

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New VIA Rail Panorama Lounge first major milestone in Union Station revitalization

VIA Rail Canada and the City of Toronto celebrated the completion of VIA Rail’s new Panorama Lounge, a major project to modernize VIA’s passenger facilities and a significant milestone in...

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Port Of Los Angeles Releases Draft Environmental Impact Report for City Dock No. 1 Project

The Port of Los Angeles has prepared a Draft Environmental Impact Report (EIR) for the City Dock No. 1 Marine Research Center Project, which plans to offer a unique and ideally located site for use...

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SWISS to adjust its fares in Europe and simplify its sports equipment carriage rates

SWISS is to modify its fares within Europe. The increases, which will enter into effect on 1 June, apply to all flights from Switzerland in Economy and Business Class. The airline is also simplifying...

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4th SPA-CE welcomes spa and wellness providers

SPA-CE, the trade show of spa and wellness tourism in Central Europe, will be held from 25th to 26th of October 2012, in Terme Zreče, Slovenia. Preparations for the fourth edition of the trade...

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Aegean Airlines launches direct scheduled flights from Athens to Prague

Aegean airlines launched new direct services from Athens to Prague, the political, economic and cultural Centre of the Czech Republic. AEGEAN will connect Athens to Prague with 3 flights per week....

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Hyatt French Quarter opens in New Orleans

Hyatt Hotels Corporation and the owner of Hyatt French Quarter, a joint venture between Carey-Watermark Investors and HRI Properties announced the opening of Hyatt French Quarter in New Orleans. This...

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Travel Advisory: Union Pacific Railroad Reminds Drivers to Use Caution at Railroad Crossings

Union Pacific Railroad reminds drivers to use caution at railroad crossings while traveling in their vehicles this Memorial Day weekend. "With the Memorial Day weekend being one of the busiest...

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Hawaiian Airlines Appoints Tim Strauss as Managing Director of Cargo

Hawaiian Airlines announced the appointment of Timothy Strauss to the position of managing director of cargo.

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Priority Club Rewards Kicks Off a Summer of Savings with Gas Card Sale

Priority Club Rewards from IHG (InterContinental Hotels Group) is helping our members throw caution to the wind and hit the open road with greater ease and peace of mind. Starting May 25 through May...

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Fly Frontier Nonstop Between Denver and Bellingham

Frontier Airlines launched new nonstop service between its Denver, Colo. (DEN) hub and Bellingham, Wash. (BLI) bringing high-value, customer-friendly service to its third destination in Washington...

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