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Six tourism operators from around the island of Ireland travelled to London to join Tourism Ireland for ‘Excursions’, an annual group travel show which attracts over 1,000 influential coach and group tour operators from around Great Britain.
In 2012, the China market grew at a significant rate. In November, it became New Zealand’s second-largest source of annual arrivals, with around 195,000 Chinese visiting New Zealand in the 12 month period.
Designed exclusively for customers travelling on Star Alliance member carrier flights from the Argentine capital, Star Alliance and local ground handling company CrossRacer have opened a new lounge at Buenos Aires International Airport.
Air Malta’s new in-flight magazine: Il-Bizzilla will illustrate how the Maltese islands are blessed with a rich historical and cultural heritage and make our destination even more attractive for visitors. The new monthly magazine has been re-designed in the new corporate identity and reflects the airline’s new vision and identity of “Flying the Pride of Malta”.
Alaska Airlines' Torque Zubeck has been named managing director of financial planning and analysis. Zubeck, a 13-year veteran of the airline, previously served as managing director of Alaska Air Cargo.
Meliá Hotels International has become the first Spanish hotel company to launch its own online store with the opening of www.meliahotels-store.com through which customers can buy a collection of bedroom and bathroom products that Meliá, an expert in helping guests rest, uses in its hotels, allowing them to recreate the comfort and relaxation experience in their own homes.
Ontario is developing a live music strategy that will strengthen the province's position as a global leader for live music and enhance international tourism.
The Philippines’ national flag carrier, Cebu Pacific flew 13.26 million passengers from January to December 2012, an increase of 11% over 11.93 passengers in 2011.
Commenting on the news that Manchester Airports Group will be the new owner of Stansted Airport, Hugh Aitken, easyJet UK Commercial Manager welcomed the decision. 
Malaysia Airlines will commence A380 services on its Kuala Lumpur-Paris route beginning 1 March 2013. The French capital is the second European destination after London in the national flag carrier’s long haul network to be operated by the superjumbo. The 494-seater Airbus 380 daily services to Paris will be rolled out to replace the current 282 seat B777 operations, increasing daily seat capacity by 75% effective 1 March 2013.
Etihad Airways Food and Beverage Manager Claudette Khamiss and Cabin Senior John Poladian have won the Gold Team Award for ‘Maximising Sales Techniques’ at the 2013 Inflight Sales Person of the Year (ISPY2013).
Hilton Worldwide continues to be the fastest growing global hospitality company by number of rooms. In 2012, it opened 171 hotels with more than 28,000 rooms and has the largest pipeline in the industry and in its history, including nearly 1,000 hotels with nearly 170,000 rooms. It also has more than 85,000 rooms under construction, which is more than half of its total pipeline and more than any other hospitality company.
DoubleTree by Hilton today announced the opening of a newly renovated hotel just 15 minutes from South Carolina's Charleston International Airport. The 149-room DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel & Suites Charleston Airport, formerly an exterior-corridor property, has been completely transformed into an upscale, full-service interior corridor hotel owned and operated by Homecourt Hospitality N. Charleston LLC under a franchise license agreement with a subsidiary of Hilton Worldwide.
SESAR co-sponsored project under the AIRE initiative to establish state-of-the art fuel efficient procedures to lower emissions, enhance operations and reduce noise.
Emirates has unveiled a new rendition of its distinctive music, with a specially choreographed performance of the renowned Dubai Fountain in Downtown Dubai, inspired by the Hello Tomorrow theme. Set against the backdrop of the iconic Burj Khalifa, the world's tallest building, the Emirates fountain show is a vibrant display of the essence of global harmony and spirit of Hello Tomorrow. Emirates has unveiled a new rendition of its distinctive music, with a specially choreographed performance of the renowned Dubai Fountain in Downtown Dubai, inspired by the Hello Tomorrow theme. Set against the backdrop of the iconic Burj Khalifa, the world's tallest building, the Emirates fountain show is a vibrant display of the essence of global harmony and spirit of Hello Tomorrow. 
The hair-raising fest of riddled voodoo dolls is one of the main attractions in Ouidah, Benin. One can join the crowd of vacationers and watch devotees in animal skins chanting and dancing to drumbeats while sharing a glass or two of Gin with the locals. The highlight of the festival is of course pierced dolls, but at the same time don't fail to spot the horse race on the beach and witness the fascinating world of occult.
Dubai Shopping Festival (DSF) is held in every winter with its massive array of discounts, competitions, prizes, fireworks and entertainment for one long month. DSF offers incredible shopping discounts,
If you like driving, then the best way to explore the city would be driving highways and byways.
During the exotic heydays of spice and silk trading, sea was the prime gateway to Dubai. Large wooden dhows and smaller boats were the main means of transport. Even today, the famed Dubai creek, the lifeline for trade, is still lined with boats taking or unloading cargo to and from neighbouring countries.
Dubai International US$22 billion, which represents
There is a wide range of flying renowned Emirates - Dubai's from and via Dubai and is ideal
With Valentine's Day coming up next month, what would be better than spending a quality romantic
What's to Love: The lavish suites in the 19th-century Author's Wing are named after the literary greats who took residence over the years. Founded in 1876 and overlooking the Chao Phraya river, the city's
Embraer S.A. and AgustaWestland, a Finmeccanica company, today announced that they have signed a memorandum of understanding aiming at establishing a joint-venture which could lead to the production of AgustaWestland helicopters in Brazil to be marketed for both commercial and military use in Brazil and Latin America.
International representatives of the World Police and Fire Games enjoyed a fact-finding visit to Northern Ireland last week, in advance of the Games which take place here this August. The competitors travelled here from the US, Canada, Germany, Spain and GB, as guests of Tourism Ireland and the Northern Ireland Tourist Board.
One of Australia’s leading social media influencers, Darren Rowse from ProBlogger, will encourage more than 250 of the nation’s rising bloggers to ‘tweet before they eat’ and ‘boast about the coast’ when he moves the annual ProBlogger conference to the Gold Coast this September 13 and 14.The influential German youth traveler is the focus of Tourism New Zealand's recent market activity in Germany. Following in the footsteps of the successful Stories Beat Stuff campaign, youth travelers were asked to share their best and most inspiring story of "exploration" for the chance to win a once in a lifetime trip for two to New Zealand.
Located in the heart of Hivernage district, Hivernage Hotel & Spa is a short walk from the famous Jemaa El Fna square and the Medina, close to the landmarks of the city and only 10 minutes from the airport. To start the year in style, Hivernage Hotel & Spa now offers within its Spa the Terraké range. 
InterContinental Hotels Group PLC (IHG) today announces that it will receive $31m in significant liquidated damages in Q1 2013 from FelCor Lodging Trust (FelCor).
At a time when more than 75 million young people can't find jobs, and countless more are underemployed, investing in opportunities for youth is not only a critical development issue but also a growth strategy for businesses around the world.
The JAL Group (JAL) announced today, the route and flight frequency plans for its domestic and a portion of international operations for fiscal year 2013 (year ending March 31, 2014).
ABTA recently conducted its first Complaints Handling Workshop of 2013.Aimed at frontline staffs within the travel industry who deal with customers and complaints on a regular basis, the one day workshop focused on developing core skills in an informal environment. During the day-long workshop delegates listened to presentations in areas including an overview of obligations under ABTA’s Code of Conduct, the importance of managing industry relationships and responding to complaints using social media.
What's to Love: Feel like a Thai one-percenter with private cottage-like rooms decorated with ancient period details. The common areas are so tranquil and sublime you feel like you're floating, and the food and service at the restaurant are Thai classy but not overbearing. Hidden from the urban bustle, too.
Where: Ninh Van Bay
Where: Fesdu Island, North Ari Atoll What's to Love: Couples can relax in the private, spacious deck in the infinity pool, or grill an informal dinner on the BBQ. Think of the soft, white sand, crystal clear water, and you are sure to be thrilled. Good to Know: Villas on the beach and luxurious overwater bungalows are reachable only by boat.
Where: Kyoto
Amanwana
Where: Udaipur
Where: Udaipur