Wednesday 31 October 2012

Starwood Continues Growth in Latin America with Debut of Le Meridien Mexico City

Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Trinity Investments, LLC and Terra Investments S.R.L.C.V. announced the debut of the first Le Méridien Hotel in Mexico City with the opening of Le Méridien Mexico City. Situated at Paseo de la Reforma 69 in the heart of the city’s vibrant financial and cultural district, Le Méridien Mexico Citycombines timeless chic design and a love of the arts and cuisine, offering travellers a distinctive and compelling experience.

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Enotel Affiliates its Five-Star Resort with RCI

Enotel has signed an affiliation agreement with RCI, the global leader in vacation exchange. Enotel, one of Portugal’s leading hotel brands, has recently joined the timeshare mixed-use market with its Madeira-based resort, Enotel Lido Resort Conference & Spa.

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Malaysia Airlines Promotions Receives Encouraging Response


Malaysia Airlines’ great deals promotions under the banner of “40 Years of Amazing Journeys Together", that commenced on 22 October 2012, is receiving very encouraging response from the traveling public with the Peninsular Malaysia- East Malaysia routes the most sought after for domestic travel and routes from Malaysia to four Orient routes jointly taking top spot for international travel.

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Boeing, Russia's Aviation Capital Services Announce Commitment for 35 737 MAXs

Wednesday, October 31, 2012 - Boeing and Aviation Capital Services LLC, a subsidiary of the State Corporation Russian Technologies (Rostech), announced today a commitment by Rostech to purchase 35 737 MAX airplanes. It is the first commitment for the 737 MAX from Russia and the Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS).

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Jetstar celebrates 100 million passengers

Wednesday, October 31, 2012 - Jetstar Group CEO Jayne Hrdlicka said this was an impressive milestone in the Group’s short history.

“In 2004, we started flying with 14 aircraft along the east coast of Australia and now Jetstar airlines fly customers to almost 60 destinations across 16 countries with a fleet of nearly 100 aircraft,” Ms Hrdlicka said. 


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Qantas kicks off Movember


Qantas got behind the launch of the Movember campaign as an extension of its partnership with the Prostate Cancer Foundation of Australia.

To mark the announcement, The Qantas Wallabies unveiled a Boeing 737-800 aircraft sporting a giant moustache that will fly around the country during November to raise awareness of prostate cancer and men’s mental health.


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New 135,000-Ton Ship Ordered for Carnival Cruise Lines


Carnival Corporation & plc, the parent company of Carnival Cruise Lines, today announced it has reached an agreement with Italian shipbuilder Fincantieri for the construction a new 135,000-ton vessel for Carnival Cruise Lines.  Representing a new class of vessel for the line, the 4,000-passenger ship is scheduled for delivery in winter 2016.

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Join Korea Tourism Organisation's 'A Walk with the Stars'

Wednesday, October 31, 2012 - As a special event for Hallyu (Korean wave) fans around the world, the Korea Tourism Organization (KTO) has arranged a variety of programs that some of the hottest Hallyu celebrities will be joining in. The event will take place on November 17th at Seoul's Olympic Park in Songpa-gu, Bangi-dong.

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Airline ancillary revenue projected to reach 36.1 billion dollars worldwide in 2012

Wednesday, October 31, 2012 - IdeaWorksCompany, the foremost consultancy in the area of airline ancillary revenue and Amadeus, a leading travel technology partner for the global travel industry, announce the results of The Amadeus Worldwide Estimate of Ancillary Revenue, which projects that airline ancillary revenue will reach $36.1 billion worldwide in 2012. 

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Tourism Flanders (Belgium) Upbeat About Growing Indian Market

Tourism Flanders (Belgium) is further strengthening its marketing initiatives in the Indian market in view of the encouraging outbound travel trends to Western Europe. A senior delegation headed by Mr. Geert Bourgeois, Vice Minister-President of the Government of Flanders is on a week-long work visit to India from 26 October to 1 November 2012 covering New Delhi and Mumbai.

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Tuesday 30 October 2012

Boeing Names Joseph Song Managing Director for Its Defense Business in Korea

Tuesday, October 30, 2012 - Boeing has named Joseph Song as vice president and managing director for its defense, space and security business in the Republic of Korea to further strengthen customer relationships and establish new in-country partnerships.

Song will be based in Seoul and focus on ensuring that the best of Boeing and industry are brought to support Korea's national security needs.


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Finnair and Marimekko launch design collaboration


Finnair and Finnish design house Marimekko are teaming up to enhance the air travel experience with a new design partnership. From spring 2013 all Finnair aircraft will feature a Marimekko for Finnair collection of textiles and tableware, featuring Marimekko’s classic patterns.

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Hurricane Sandy Forces Cancellation of Hawaiian Airlines' JFK Flights


At the request of the Port Authority of New York & New Jersey, Hawaiian Airlines has cancelled scheduled service between Honolulu and New York City for today, October 28, and Monday, October 29. 

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Frontier Airlines Issues Travel Advisory for Customers Impacted by Hurricane Sandy


Airline allows passengers to change travel plans and waive change fees for travel to, from and through Frontier locations in the Northeast

Due to the projected impact of Hurricane Sandy in the Northeast, Frontier Airlines today issued its flexible policy for travel to, from or through Allentown, Pa. (ABE), Harrisburg, Pa.


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Youngest Boeing B-52 Stratofortress Achieves 50 Years of Service

Tuesday, October 30, 2012 - Boeing  marks 50 years since the company delivered its last B-52 Stratofortress to the U.S. Air Force. H-model bomber 61-040 was assigned to Minot Air Force Base, N.D., where it remains in active service.

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Travelport Appoints New Vice President and Regional Managing Director for Asia-Pacific


Travelport has announced the appointment of seasoned travel and hospitality industry leader Patrick Andres as its new Vice President and Regional Managing Director for the Asia-Pacific region.

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Qantas takes off for the Gold Coast

Tuesday, October 30, 2012 - The inaugural Qantas flight from Sydney to Gold Coast touched down this morning, bringing a premium flying experience back to the region.

From, Qantas offers three daily return services between the Gold Coast and Sydney operated by a Boeing 737-800 aircraft.

Qantas Domestic Chief Executive Officer Lyell Strambi said Qantas’ return to the Gold Coast has received an overwhelming level of support, translating into record sales.


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Qantas Group welcomes Asian Century White Paper


The Qantas Group has welcomed release of the Australia in the Asian Century White Paper.

Qantas Group Executive for Government and Corporate Affairs, Olivia Wirth, said the relationship between Asia and Australia was crucial to the airline, and that a long term policy framework would help tap into growth opportunities.


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Travelport signs long term agreement with eTravel

Tuesday, October 30, 2012 - Travelport, the business services provider to the global travel industry, announces that is has signed a new, five-year agreement with eTravel, one of the largest and most respected travel consortiums in  South Africa. The new agreement, which takes immediate effect, will see the eTravel group continue to use Travelport’s technology.

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Qantas launches additional capacity across Tasmania

Tuesday, October 30, 2012 - Qantas launched an additional 1,700 seats per week on services between Melbourne and Tasmania.

Celebrating the additional capacity in Hobart today, along with Tasmanian Premier Lara Giddings, QantasLink.

Executive Manager John Gissing said the extra services will give customers more flexibility.


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Saturday 20 October 2012

Budapest Airport: Terminal 1 converted into an event center

Terminal 1 at Budapest Airport has reopened, four months after its closure, after an event center has been established in the empty passenger terminal.

As previously envisaged, Budapest Airport decided to maintain the condition of the valuable building, which will thus be put to use once again. The Terminal 1 Airport Event Center will host corporate and private events as of 1 October.

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Budapest Airport: New Parking System Proves Itself

Since its commissioning in August, the new parking system of Budapest Airport at Terminal 2 is functioning well without any interruption.

Drivers were quick to learn the new arrangements which were launched in the second half of the tourist season, thanks to the well-prepared system of information incorporating major components such as unambiguous naming of parking spaces and colors assisting differentiation. Vehicle traffic in front of the airport terminals has become safer and smoother than ever.

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Hawaiian Holdings Inc. Buys Turboprop Aircraft


Hawaiian Holdings, Inc. has completed the purchase of its first ATR 42 twin-turboprop aircraft, and has a purchase agreement in place to acquire a second plane to be delivered in November. 

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Hyatt Place San Diego Vista Carlsbad Marks Grand Opening with Hyatt Place Brand's First Gallery Night

Hyatt Place San Diego/Vista-Carlsbad will be teaming up with the Vista Unified School District to host a grand opening event, which will celebrate its official entrance into the Vista community. A first for the Hyatt Place brand, Gallery Night is a unique event that will transform the Hyatt Place Gallery into an actual art gallery, showcasing local art pieces created by students at Vista and Rancho Buena Vista High Schools. All pieces will be displayed and auctioned off, with proceeds going directly to the school to help raise money for its arts and music programming. 

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Utah to be present at WTM

A team of six delegates representing Salt Lake City, Utah’s desert Southwest and the best of the Rocky Mountains will be at World Travel Market this year to support the development of new and expanded product, following a successful year for the Utah Office of Tourism working with the UK travel industry.

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The Villa at Stonehaven appoint Escape Marketing as European Representatives

The Villas at Stonehaven, Tobago has appointed Escape Marketing as its exclusive UK and European Marketing Representative. A member of the Small Luxury Hotels of the World, Stonehaven is a collection of elegantly appointed 3 bedroom villas set in ten acres of beautifully landscaped tropical gardens. 

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Traditional Liquor Festival to be held in Seoul

The 2012 Korea Traditional Liquor Grand Festival is set to run from October 25th through the 28th at World Cup Park in Seoul. The festival was inaugurated for the first time last year to vitalize the market for Korean traditional liquor and bring the Korean liquor to the world stage. Over a hundred breweries representing different regions across the country will join this year’s festival, giving visitors the chance to see and sample a wide variety of Korea’s traditional liquors such as Makgeolli (Korean rice wine).

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Cristal Hotels & Resorts signed agreements to manage three hotels in Saudi Arabia

Cristal Hotels & Resorts also announced the establishment of its subsidiary Cristal KSA, in affiliation with a local partner, to serve the large and fast growing Saudi Arabian market. Cristal KSA will be managing the Cristal Amaken Hotel, which is expected to open in 2014 in the second Industrial City, Riyadh; Cristal Himmah Hotel, which is set to open in 2015 in Dammam; and Cristal Siyaha Hotel, which is due to open early 2013 in Riyadh.

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Hampton Inn & Suites Becomes First Silver LEED Certified Hotel in Chattanooga

Vision Hospitality Group's Hampton Inn & Suites Chattanoooga/Downtown received Silver Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) Certification for New Construction on Sept. 25, distinguishing the property as the first to achieve this status in the City of Chattanooga.

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Friday 19 October 2012

Gagopa Chrysanthemum Festival To Be Held in Changwon

Friday, October 19, 2012 - The Gagopa Chrysanthemum Festival 2012 will take place from October 26th through November 4th at Wharf No. 1 of Masanhang Port in Gyeongsangnam-do, Changwon-si, Masanhappo-gu.

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Travelator lets Aussie travellers discover North Island's hidden gems

Friday, October 19, 2012 - A New Zealand themed 'travelator' is giving Australian travellers a virtual encounter of the experiences that await them in Tourism New Zealand's new North Island touring campaign. Launched in partnership with Qantas, the 27 metre 'New Zealand travelator' will take the shape of an aircraft fuselage, positioned over the travelator near Gate 7 at Sydney Domestic Airport.

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Seasonal Rejuvenation at Qin The Spa at Four Seasons Hotel Shanghai


Autumn is the right time to nourish and nurture the skin before the coming of winter. Qin The Spa at Four Seasons Hotel Shanghai invites guests to come pamper themselves with a choice of luxurious massages using organic essential oils to deeply soothe the body and soul. 

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P&O Cruises Explores More of Australia in 2014 Program

Friday, October 19, 2012 - P&O Cruises has launched its 2014 holiday program, which will include the cruise line’s first visits to the South Australian ports of Kangaroo Island, Port Lincoln and Robe, as well as new cruises from Melbourne and a second ship sailing from Brisbane. Also on offer are more cruises to the spectacular destinations of Papua New Guinea and Queensland’s Moreton Island, following their debut in the cruise line’s 2013 schedule. 

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Suboticais known for its relaxed atmosphere, good food and quality wines

The City of Subotica is located on the north of the Republic of Serbia, along themain European corridors and between two rivers: the Danube and the Tisa.

The City Hall, the Synagogue, the Raichle Palace and dozens of other attractive buildings listed Subotica among the most distinguishable Art Nouveau towns in Europe.

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United Begins Construction Of Widebody Maintenance Hangar At Dulles Airport

Friday, October 19, 2012 - WHAT:      United Airlines will begin construction of its first widebody maintenance hangar at Washington Dulles International Airport, a major United hub and gateway to the Middle East. The new $45 million hangar will accommodate two widebody aircraft simultaneously.

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The Singapore Experience Awards-Three individuals recognised for outstanding contributions

The Singapore Experience Awards 2012 honoured the stars of the tourism industry at a much-anticipated gala ceremony.Held at the Shangri-La Hotel Singapore, the prestigious awards event was graced by Guest-of-Honour President Tony Tan Keng Yam.

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Centara upgrades and rebrands Koh Chang resort

Friday, October 19, 2012 - Koh Chang Tropicana Beach Resort & Spa Managed by Centara is undergoing a multi-million baht upgrade prior to being rebranded as Centara Koh Chang Tropicana Resort. Rebranding will take place at the beginning of November 2012, following completion of the renovation programme. Centara Hotels & Resorts acquired the management contract for the property, which is set on Klong Prao Beach on the island’s west coast, in April of this year.

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Gulfstream Brunswick to Add Jobs

Friday, October 19, 2012 - Gulfstream Aerospace Corp. announced plans to increase employment at its Brunswick, Ga., facility by approximately 20 percent in the next year to support growing volume in completions work.  The site currently has 174 employees, including nearly 90 technicians.

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Facebook fans get a special offer to celebrate the opening of Centara Hotels and Resorts in Mauritius


Anyone who books a room at the new Centara Post Lafayette Resort & Spa Mauritius between now and 31 December 2012 will receive a 10 percent discount on the rate at any time between 15 December and 30 September 2013. 

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Wednesday 17 October 2012

Amtrak Adds More Wolverine Service Trains For Thanksgiving Travel To And From Michigan


In anticipation of its busiest travel week of the year, Amtrak is adding more trains between Chicago and Michigan – and since posting its ninth year of record-breaking ridership – America’s Railroad® is encouraging passengers to plan ahead for Thanksgiving travel and book their tickets now for best availability and pricing.

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Hong Kong Tourism Board Promotes 'Experience Cantopera - A Taste of Hong Kong's Cultural Heritage'

Wednesday, October 17, 2012 - Cantonese opera is one of the crown jewels of Hong Kong’s local culture. It is also the city’s first performing art to be granted a place on the Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity by the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO). 


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Season Car Hire to Promote Brand New Lamborghini at WTM

Season Car Hire have announced that the supercar which they will be bringing along to WTM, will be a new model Lamborghini. Season Car Hire have been operating for many years now, and their presence is world-wide. Catering for all occasions, from special events to weddings, they have been selling the dream for over half a decade.

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2012 Best of the Best Culinary Awards recognizes the finest Chinese dishes in Hong Kong

Wednesday, October 17, 2012 - The 2012 Best of the Best Culinary Awards, a major cooking competition organised by the Hong Kong Tourism Board (HKTB) and co-organised by Hong Kong and China Gas Company Limited to identify the finest Chinese dishes in Hong Kong, were presented on 4 and 5 October at the Chinese Cuisine Training Institute.

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Boeing Starting Production of KC-46 Tanker Refueling Boom


Boeing this week begins assembling the first refueling boom for the U.S. Air Force's next-generation aerial refueling tanker aircraft in the KC-46 Boom Assembly Center that opened today at Boeing Field in Seattle.

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Amtrak Names Michael J. Decataldo, Jr. General Manager Northeast Corridor Services


Amtrak has named Michael J. DeCataldo, Jr., to the new position of general manager, Northeast Corridor (NEC) Services. He will have accountability for safety, customer satisfaction, ridership, on-time performance, and financial results for the Northeast Corridor business line.

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Be first to take a fly-cruise to the Canary Islands with Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines

Wednesday, October 17, 2012 - After a disappointing summer weather-wise and the prospect of winter on the way, many of us will long for warmer climates and sunny skies.  Why not plan a post-Christmas getaway, with one of the brand new Fred. Olsen Canaries’ fly-cruises, aboard cruise ship Braemar?  The ship will be based in Santa Cruz, Tenerife, from January to March 2013, operating a varied and delightful selection of itineraries around the Canaries, Cape Verde Islands and West  Africa.

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Get booking now for 'drinks for a fiver' with Fred.!


Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines’ ‘all-inclusive’ drinks package is still available at just £5 per person per night, on bookings made up to 5th November 2012 for any departure from 6th April 2013, featured in its  current ‘2013/14 Worldwide Cruises’ brochure*. 

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Hawaiian Named Official Airline of the EA SPORTS Maui Invitational


Hawaiian Airlines has been named the “Official Airline of the EA SPORTS Maui Invitational” basketball tournament and the benefit of its sponsorship begins this week with the hosting of free motivational programs and clinics for kids and coaches on Maui and O‘ahu. 

Four-Day Promotion Offers Big Bonus For Participating MileagePlus Members


United Airlines launched "Boost My Miles," a four-day promotion offering participating MileagePlus members a bonus of up to 60 percent on award miles purchased from Oct. 16, 2012, through Oct. 19, 2012. 

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Tuesday 16 October 2012

Adagio access opens its first Brussels address

Tuesday, October 16, 2012 - Brussel’s first Adagio access is located in the heart of the European Quarter, in a bid to attract both business and leisure travelers. 

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The Pullman Paris Tour Eiffel to be refinanced through a management contract


As part of its asset management and restructuring strategy, Accor announces the refinancing of the Pullman Paris Tour Eiffel through a management contract. The Group, which took over the hotel in early 2009 under a fixed lease agreement, will continue to operate the hotel via a long term management contract. 

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Shared airberlin and Etihad Airways campaign takes off


Today: Abu Dhabi. Tomorrow: the Seychelles, Sydney or Bangkok. The shared route network operated by airberlin and its strategic partner Etihad Airways spans almost the entire world, from the bustling metropolises of Asia, Arabia and Australia to the dream beaches of the Indian Ocean.

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Travelport Appoints Industry Leader Damian Hickey as Vice President of Distribution Sales and Services for Asia-Pacific


Travelport has announced the appointment of Damian Hickey as its Vice President, Distribution Sales and Services for the Asia-Pacific region.  In his role, Hickey will have overall responsibility for travel content provider relationships in the region such as airlines and rail companies, which use Travelport’s capabilities to distribute their products and services.

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Amadeus launches mobile booking app and new UI for its online corporate travel booking tool


Amadeus launches its new User Interface (UI) and presents its mobile booking application. The online corporate travel booking tool, Amadeus e-Travel Management (AeTM), used by over 6,000 corporations in 59 markets, helps corporations reduce costs and gain total control of every aspect of the corporate travel process. 

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Cebu Pacific is ready to  mount more flights to local destinations other carriers plan to abandon later this month.

The country’s largest carrier said in a statement it can fill the void and prevent any disruption in travel connectivity within the country to help support economic, business and tourism growth.


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MSC Cruises Introduces New Chief Marketing Officer

Tuesday, October 16, 2012 - Luca Catzola is an experienced senior executive with almost 20 years’ experience.

He has held various top positions in leading consumer goods and retail companies, most recently as Chief Marketing Officer for the Carrefour Group, Italy and for Mattel South and East Europe, Middle East and Africa.


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India and Philippines reported the largest expected room growths in September 2012

Tuesday, October 16, 2012 - The Asia/Pacific hotel development pipeline comprises 1,671 hotels totalling 377,397 rooms, according to the September 2012 STR Global Construction Pipeline Report. The total active pipeline data includes projects in the In Construction, Final Planning and Planning stages but does not include projects in the Pre-Planning stage.

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Boeing Names Przybyslawski as Senior Defense Executive in Colorado


Boeing has named retired U.S. Air Force Maj. Gen. Anthony (Tony) Przybyslawski executive director of Marketing for Air Force Network, Space and Strategic Systems, demonstrating the company’s commitment to effectively engaging with customers.

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Shangri-La's Rasa Sayang Resort And Spa, Penang Offers Unique Marquee

Tuesday, October 16, 2012 - Shangri-La’s Rasa Sayang Resort and Spa, Penang has set up an outdoor marquee at  the Tepi Laut area, tucked away near the sea and surrounded by a canopy of centuries-old raintrees. The full-service and air-conditioned marquee is seamlessly structured to blend into the outdoor setting amidst 30 acres of greenery within the resort. 

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Monday 15 October 2012

UNESCO launches Africa Nature programme

Monday, October 15, 2012 - On 1 and 2 October 2012, a workshop took place in Nairobi, Kenya to launch the UNESCO Africa Nature Programme, which was developed following the results of the second cycle of Periodic Reporting in Africa (2010-2011).

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Riande Hoteles Extends Relationship with Pegasus Solutions


RiandeHoteles, with two locations in Panama City, Panama is now able to offer reservations on mobile devices and Facebook through tools provided by Pegasus Solutions. Both hotels have launched mobile sites using OpenFlex from Open Hospitality, a division of Pegasus, and have leveraged the OpenView booking engine to capture “Facebookings.”

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Rezidor announces the Radisson Blu Hotel & Residence, Riyadh Diplomatic Quarter/Saudi Arabia


Rezidor, a member of the Carlson Rezidor Hotel Group, announces the Radisson Blu Hotel & Residence, Riyadh Diplomatic Quarter. The First Class property featuring 110 apartments & studios is scheduled to welcome the first guests in Q2 2015.

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Best Western International: Business Travel Budgets Increasing


For the travel industry, the good news this fall extends beyond an expectation of increased business trips, as many road warriors have larger budgets to spend on travel expenses according to a recent survey from Best Western International and Wakefield Research. 

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AIG to Become Major Global Sponsor of New Zealand Rugby Union

Monday, October 15, 2012 - American International Group, Inc. and the New Zealand Rugby Union (NZRU) announced a five-and-a-half year agreement for AIG to sponsor six NZRU rugby teams: the All Blacks, Maori All Blacks, All Blacks Sevens, New Zealand Black Ferns (women’s fifteens), New Zealand Women’s Sevens, and New Zealand Under 20. Financial terms of the sponsorship agreement are not being disclosed. 


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Europe's travel elite have walked off with top honours at a World Travel Awards (WTA) ceremony hosted at the new Conrad Algarve on Saturday 6th October 2012.

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Rock Islands Southern Lagoon and Tubbataha World Heritage sites win Future Policy Award

Monday, October 15, 2012 - This year, two Marine World Heritage sites won the Future Policy Award, which celebrates policies that create better living conditions for current and future generations. Both Rock Islands Southern Lagoon (Palau) and Tubbataha Reefs Natural Park (Philippines) won a Future Policy Award 2012 in recognition of their marine policies.

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Pegasus Connect Global Revenue Solution to Drive Guest Room Sales for Hotels

Monday, October 15, 2012 - Pegasus Solutions has evolved Utell into Pegasus Connect. The new offering combines Pegasus’ powerful distribution, booking and business intelligence solutions with Utell marketing-related services.

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Malaysia Tourism Hunt 2012 Ends Successfully


The first Malaysia Tourism Hunt 2012 programme organised by Tourism Malaysia to promote the “Fly & Drive” tourism package proved to be a great success. 

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London Eexecutive Aviation Sponsors BACA Awards


London Executive Aviation (LEA) is delighted to announce its sponsorship of the 2012 Baltic Air Charter Association (‘BACA’) Excellence Awards.  

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Saturday 13 October 2012

Carnival Cruise Lines Expands Testing of 'Faster to the Fun' Program to Two Additional Ships


Following a successful pilot program on the Carnival Imagination and Carnival Liberty, Carnival Cruise Lines will begin testing the new Faster to the Fun program on the Carnival Destiny starting Oct. 20 and Carnival Valor Oct. 21.

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19th Gwangju World Kimchi Culture Festival

Saturday, October 13, 2012 - Korea’s major food festival, the annual Gwangju World Kimchi Culture Festival, will run on October 13th through 17th at Jungoe Park.

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P&O Cruises Sails on Nemo's Super Highway to Visit Moreton Island

Saturday, October 13, 2012 - P&O Cruises announced that it will become the first cruise line to visit Queensland’s beautiful Moreton Island, famous for its spectacular marine life and sand dunes, with the superliner Pacific Jewel scheduled to make history when she calls there in March next year. 

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2012 Korea Food Festival Invites Tourists


The 2012 Korea Food Festival, a special event held as part of the Visit Korea Year 2010-2012 campaign, is slated to take place from October 18th through 22nd at the Jeonju World Cup Stadium in Jeollabuk-do Jeonju.

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HGHue provides customized tours to all areas of Vietnam

For anyone who has an interest in visiting an exquisitely beautiful and diverse country brimming with local culture, and intriguing history among people who are charming and warm hearted with an ever ready smile for everyone then Vietnam has to be on the top of the wish list.

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VNAT report an increase of 13% of tourists to Vietnam

The Slogan of the Vietnamese National Administration for Tourism is ‘Timeless Charm’ and that is a perfect description of this extraordinary beautiful and diverse country. The VNAT report an increase of 13% of tourists to Vietnam during the first 9 months of 2012 when compared with the same period in 2011.  A massive investment in airports and infrastructure makes more places easier to access.

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Austria offers maximum value for money with lots of snowy holiday extras

World class slopes, snow guarantees in many resorts, an après–ski scene second to none, winter traditions that enhance the magic of this special season, and plenty of ways to fit some relaxation in between recreation. Austria offers maximum value for money with lots of snowy holiday extras.

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Reykjavik Excursions to Donate to Icelandic Cancer Society With Every Flybus Ticket Sale

celand day tours provider Reykjavik Excursions will be donating part of its Flybus ticket sales to the Icelandic Cancer Society for every ticket sold between October and November in order to raise awareness for breast cancer.

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Friday 12 October 2012

Dragonair Expands Network In Asia With New Service To Yangon, Myanmar


Friday, October 12, 2012 - Dragonair announced it will launch a new four-times weekly service to Yangon, the largest city and main economic hub of Myanmar, commencing on 9 January 2013 (subject to government approval). 

Frontier's Denver-South Bend Service Ready for Takeoff


Frontier Airlines expands its service from Denver, Colo. (DEN) with the launch of nonstop service to South Bend, Ind. (SBN). The new nonstop flights also provide great access with an easy connection to 15 additional destinations throughout the west including San Francisco, Los Angeles, and Seattle. 

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Amtrak Guest Rewards Offers Members 100 Bonus Points For Connecting Their Account To Facebook


Amtrak Guest Rewards announced the launch of a new application that enables members to connect their Amtrak Guest Rewards account to Facebook for a more convenient and rewarding experience. 

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CEB celebrates 10th anniversary of operations in South Korea


Cebu Pacific Air celebrates its 10th year of operations in South Korea on October 2012.

CEB first flew to South Korea with flights to Incheon (Seoul) in 2002.


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Sabre Powers Aerolineas Argentinas' Entry into SkyTeam Global Airline Alliance


Sabre Airline Solutions, the aviation industry’s largest software-as-a-service provider, has equipped Aerolíneas Argentinas (AR) with the necessary technology to enable their recent official entrance into the SkyTeam global airline network.

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Crystal Cruises is First Luxury Line to be Open for Bookings for 2014 and Early 2015


In a luxury industry-first, award-winning Crystal Cruises unveils, and opens for booking, its full year of ultra-luxe, worldwide voyages for 2014, plus itineraries up to mid-April 2015. 

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Boeing, Alaska Airlines Announce Order for 737 MAXs and Next-Generation 737s


Boeing and Alaska Airlines announced today a firm order for 20 737 MAX 8s, 17 737 MAX 9s and 13 Next-Generation 737-900ERs. The order, valued at more than $5 billion at current list prices, is the largest in Alaska Airlines' history.

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Asiana modernizes call center with Sabre

Friday, October 12, 2012 - Asiana has implemented the Sabre Qik Solution, which  will create a modern, intelligent and graphical view to Asiana’s reservations system.  

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Disney Wonder to Make Final Call to Port of San Diego Friday


The public has one final chance to see the Disney Wonder in port during the current cruise season at the Port of San Diego on Friday, Oct. 12, 2012.

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A virtual invasion of the Cape

Friday, October 12, 2012 - Cape Town is expecting a massive influx of extra visitors in the next three months without many of them actually leaving their homes (as yet). These will be virtual visitors experiencing the delights of the Cape via a world-first Facebook-based travel app.

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Thursday 11 October 2012

Bulgari Ginza Chef Added to Crystal's Winter Wine & Food Cruise

Thursday, October 11, 2012 - Tokyo star chef Luca Fantin, of the 5-Star Bulgari Ginza Tower restaurant, Il Ristorante, has been added as a guest expert to Crystal Cruises’ January 17 Wine & Food-themed voyage.  The Crystal Symphony “Koalas & Kiwis” cruise sails through some of Australia and New Zealand’s hottest destinations, such as Lonely Planet “Top 10” travel cities Newcastle and Wellington. 

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Carnival Spirit Marks Equator Crossing with Traditional Ceremony


In a scene that has been played out since men first ventured to sea aboard ships, Carnival Spirit’s guests and crew witnessed a traditional maritime ceremony during their 16-day trans-Pacific crossing to Australia. 

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Firefly mounts extra flights for Hari Raya Haji


To meet the demand for flights this coming Hari Raya Haji season, Firefly will mount additional flights between Subang and Kota Bharu. These additional flights will be on 25 and 29 October 2012.

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Discover the beauty of the British Isles by sea


There is no better way to explore the beautiful coastline of the British Isles than on a cruise. Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines’ fleet of four modestly-sized ships – Balmoral, Braemar, Boudicca and Black Watch – is small enough to offer access to a number of lesser-known, tucked-away ports, on tiny islands, making a cruise around Britain a truly fascinating experience.

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Boeing Releases Updated Geospatial Data Management Tool


Boeing has updated its DataMaster geospatial data management software with improved map, terrain and full-motion video management so that defense and Intelligence Community customers can better protect U.S. and allied citizens and assets around the world.

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Air Canada Launches Facebook Contest to Name New Low-Cost Leisure Airline


Air Canada launched a contest to help name its new low-cost leisure airline that will begin service in 2013. The carrier is asking customers and travel agents to visit Air Canada's Facebook page to submit their suggestions. 

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Food Enthusiasts Can Be A Part of Gyeongju Rice Cake and Traditional Drink Festival

Thursday, October 11, 2012 - The Gyeongju Rice Cake and Traditional Drink Festival will run from October 13th to 17th at the Hwangseong Park and the Bonghwangdae Tomb area in Gyeongsangguk-do Gyeongju-si.

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Amtrak Sets New Ridership Record


Amtrak carried more than 31.2 million passengers in Fiscal Year 2012 ending September 30, marking the highest annual ridership total since America’s Railroad® started operations in 1971 and the ninth ridership record during the last ten years.

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Flybe slams OFT for sanctioning blatant disregard of continued debit card charging


In April, Flybe became the first airline to stop charging debit card fees to customers booking flights following an Office of Fair Trading (OFT) request for change.

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