SAA improves on-board experience

 South African Airways (SAA) has announced three product enhancements that are set to delight customers flying on the award-winning South African national flag carrier.

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SAA improves on-board experience

 South African Airways (SAA) has announced three product enhancements that are set to delight customers flying on the award-winning South African national flag carrier.

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'Runners' Revive' Treatment Returns To The Spa At Mandarin Oriental, Boston

 The Five-Star Spa at Mandarin Oriental, Boston will reintroduce its bespoke ‘Runners’ Revive’ treatment for the month of April in celebration of the 117th Boston Marathon and Mandarin Oriental, Boston’s prime location along the finish line.


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Oman Air Celebrates Success at ITB Berlin

 Oman Air is celebrating its participation this year in an extraordinarily successful ITB Berlin.


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IHG set to expand Crowne Plaza presence in Muscat

 InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG), the world’s largest hotel group by number of rooms, today announced that it has signed an agreement with the Oman Tourism Development Company SAOC (Omran) to open Crowne Plaza Oman Convention and Exhibition Centre, Muscat.


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IHG Announces New Holiday Inn Express Hotel for Downtown Oklahoma City

IHG (InterContinental Hotels Group) [LON: IHG, NYSE: IHG (ADRs)] one of the world’s largest hotel companies, announces its newest hotel development for Oklahoma City, in the vibrant Bricktown entertainment area.

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IHG announces sale of InterContinental London Park Lane for $301.5m ($457m*)

 InterContinental Hotels Group PLC (IHG) [LON:IHG, NYSE:IHG (ADRs)] today announces it has agreed to sell InterContinental London Park Lane (“the Hotel”) to Constellation Hotel (Opco) UK S.A.,

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Sydney Harbour Bridge to be illuminated for Vivid Sydney

- Vivid partner, Intel Australia, has teamed up with Sydney-based lightwork innovators 32 Hundred Lighting to create a world-first immersive projection onto the bridge’s western face which will be controlled by the public from an interactive touch screen located on the Luna Park boardwalk.

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Early Summer Temptations for Cafe Neo and China Coast Pub Restaurant

 All You Can Eat Platter – it’s time for Party!
China Coast Pub + Restaurant is launching its new sharing platter for parties of four or above.


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Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre Educates the Young the Importance of Caring for Mother Nature

 Earth Hour can be an engaging and fun educational platform for the younger generation and the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre (the Centre) decided to spread the message of climate change to the young in a different way by providing a movie screening to promote environmental sustainability.

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Hilton Hotels & Resorts Adds To Its Growing Global Portfolio

   
  Hilton Hotels & Resorts, the most recognised hospitality brand in the Middle East, today announced the opening of the 158-room Hilton Alexandria Corniche following a major refurbishment programme.
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Loews Regency Hotel Announces Premier Hair Stylist Julien Farel as Partner for Salon and Spa

 Jonathan Tisch, Chairman of Loews Hotels & Resorts, today announced a partnership with renowned hairstylist Julien Farel to incorporate a state-of-the-art flagship salon at the renovated Loews Regency Hotel in New York City. 

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Le Meridien Announces Comprehensive Renovation Strategy for Middle East and Africa Portfolio

- Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. (NYSE: HOT) today announced a significant commitment to its Le Méridien hotels in the Middle East and Africa (MEA) region through a comprehensive renovation strategy.


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Hotels.com Brings Music To The Ears Of Its Twitter Roadies

 Hotels.com® is getting amped for a Twitter sweepstakes in the U.S. and Canada from Monday, March 25 through Friday March 29, 2013 in celebration of the new Hotels.com TV advertisement featuring animated rock stars.


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US Airways Launches Charlotte To London Heathrow Service

 Tomorrow US Airways  will begin daily, non-stop service between its largest hub in Charlotte, N.C. and London's preferred business airport, Heathrow.

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JAL New jal.com Homepage for Overseas

 Japan Airlines (JAL) renewed its overseas homepage http://www.jal.com/ on March 28, 2013 to reflect customer needs to improve usability.

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Alaska Airlines Begins Nonstop Service Between San Diego and Boston

- Alaska Airlines launches nonstop flights today between San Diego and Boston—the sixth new city the carrier has begun serving from San Diego in the past year.


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JAL and LAN Peru Begin Codeshare Flights -Travel to and from Peru with more convenience-

- Japan Airlines (JAL) and LAN Peru S.A. (LAN Peru), respectively a member and an affiliate airline of the oneworld Alliance®, executed agreements to code-share flights.


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Southwest Airlines Cargo Awarded Highest Honors For Excellence In Air Cargo

 Southwest Airlines Cargo receives continued recognition for excellence in air cargo and has once again been recognized in Air Cargo World's annual Air Cargo Excellence (ACE) Survey as the Diamond Award winner of the "up to 299,999 tonnes" category.

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Pupils' tourism careers get off the ground thanks to Glasgow Airport

 Scotland’s next generation is learning about career opportunities in one of the country’s largest and most important industry sectors thanks to Glasgow Airport.


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Glasgow Youth Games check-in at Glasgow Airport

 Children gearing up for Scotland's largest youth games event checked in at Glasgow Airport this week.

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EQUITANA 2013 - Final Report

 "Gigantic!" was the answer Germany's best showjumper Meredith Michaels-Beerbaum gave when asked to tell us about her impression of EQUITANA 2013. 

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PAP-FOR is Expanding it's Geography and Talking First about the Sustainability of the Pulp and Paper Industry of Russia

 The organizers of the legendary exhibition PAP-FOR invite you to participate in a new project: Forum PAP-FOR: Sustainability and Efficiency of Pulp and Paper business of Russia.

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IMEX announces new hosted buyer benefits to aid time-stretched business execs

 Following the successful test and roll-out of a new single email inbox for hosted buyers at IMEX America last year, the IMEX Group is introducing the same concept for all hosted buyers at IMEX in Frankfurt 21- 23rd May 2013.


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Mandarin Oriental, Guangzhou Celebrates Offical Debut With Unveiling Of Designer Fan

 Mandarin Oriental, Guangzhou today celebrated its official debut with a champagne lunch reception for over two hundred VIP guests, to unveil the hotel’s signature fan, which has been designed by world respected fashion designer, Vivienne Tam.


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Early Summer Temptations for Cafe Neo and China Coast Pub + Restaurant

China Coast Pub + Restaurant is launching its new sharing platter for parties of four or above. It’s truly American flavor and the portion is of course huge! It is a combination of meat, chicken, seafood and veggie completed with a dessert item from our cake counter.

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Mandarin Oriental, Washington D.C. Proudly Debuts The Jefferson Suite

 Mandarin Oriental, Washington D.C. is pleased to announce the addition of The Jefferson Suite to its list of luxurious signature suites.

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Omni Hotels & Resorts and Chef Cheryl Forberg Team Up To Offer New Healthy Dining Options

 Cheryl Forberg, R.D., one of the nation’s leading authorities on nutrition, a James Beard award-winning chef, and nutritionist for NBC’s The Biggest Loser, has joined Omni Hotels & Resorts culinary team as the luxury hotel brand’s in-house nutritionist.


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Family Adventure Abounds This Summer at Camp Koele at Four Seasons Resort Lanai

 This summer, put down the Wii and disconnect from Facebook. Instead, reconnect with the family for an unforgettable learning adventure on the private island of Lanai.

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Craving for Curry: Introducing a Menu for Curry Lovers at Ikan-Ikan, the Signature Restaurant at Four Seasons Resort Langkawi, Malaysia

Chef Adee Affende and his brigade are spicing it up this April as the signature restaurant Ikan-Ikan at Four Seasons Resort Langkawi presents a spicy and sumptuous spread of Malaysian curries.

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Friday Night Fever Continues into April at Four Seasons Hotel Westlake Village, California with Special Overnight Promotional Rate of $199

 Back by popular demand, the Friday Night Fever rate is now available during the month of April at Four Seasons Hotel Westlake Village, California. 


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Hawaiian Airlines orders 16 A321neo aircraft

 Following a Memorandum of Understanding in January 2013, Airbus today announced a firm order for 16 A321neo aircraft from Hawaiian Airlines – the first single-aisle order of Airbus aircraft for the carrier.


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Revamped King's Cross station provides double boost for local economy

Investment in London’s transport infrastructure is playing a vital role in stimulating economic growth, say local business leaders in King’s Cross, as the station marks the first birthday of the stunning new western concourse.

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Winemaker Van Williamson and Hawaiian Musician Makana Added to Vintage Wine Weekend at Four Seasons Resort Maui at Wailea, May 24-26, 2013.

 Well-known winemaker Van Williamson, co-owner of Witching Stick Wines in Anderson Valley, 


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Eurostar delivers a strong performance in 2012

 Eurostar, the high-speed passenger rail service between the UK and mainland Europe, today reported a strong performance in 2012 marked by rising passenger numbers and good growth in profitability.

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Four Seasons Hotel Cairo at The First Residence Offers Facial Harmony Course.

 The Spa at Four Seasons Hotel Cairo at The First Residence introduces its first holistic course in Facial Harmony April 1 – 4, 2013, led by expert trainer Dagmar Bock.


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Four Seasons Resort Bora Bora Introduces the Surf & Turf Package.

 Combining the best of accommodation experiences, Four Seasons Resort Bora Bora introduces the Surf & Turf package, providing its guests with a combination stay of an overwater bungalow (surf) and a two-bedroom beachfront villa (turf).


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Four Seasons Resorts Maldives Introduce MarineSavers

 In response to guests’ wishes to be kept updated on its many ongoing marine conservation projects, Four Seasons Resorts Maldives has launched marinesavers– a website dedicated to the work of the Resorts’ marine conservation teams.


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Four Seasons Resort Maui at Wailea Announces "We Time/Me Time" for Unique Family Travel Vacations This Year

- Imagine travelling to Maui’s only five-star luxury resort with a teenager, young child and infant in tow. Question: vacation or nightmare? Answer: pure vacation at Four Seasons Resort Maui at Wailea,

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EDGE Restaurant at Four Seasons Hotel Denver Presents Two New Pairing Dinners This April

 EDGE Restaurant & Bar at Four Seasons Hotel Denver is offering two pairing dinners in the month of April 2013 - one for wine lovers, the other for tequila connoisseurs.


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Air Seychelles, the national airline of the Republic of Seychelles, today commenced services to Hong Kong

- Air Seychelles’ flight HM86 departed Mahe International Airport at 3.40pm Seychelles time yesterday and touched down at Hong Kong International Airport at 8.40am today after a brief transit stop at Abu Dhabi International Airport.


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Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates (UAE), has extended its relationship with Sanad Aero Solutions GmbH (Sanad), with a 10-year agreement for the sale and lease back of some of the airline's key component spares

 The deal, valued at over US$125 million, will see Sanad, Mubadala Aerospace’s spare engine and components financing and leasing solutions company


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Secretary of State for Transport to speak at ABTA's Travel Matters 2013

 ABTA today announced that the Secretary of State for Transport, the Rt. Hon. Patrick McLoughlin MP, will deliver the keynote address at Travel Matters on 26 June 2013.

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French Chef Amandine Chaignot Develops Malaysia Airlines' Inflight Menus for Premium Passengers

 Malaysia Airlines passengers traveling First and Business classes on the Paris/Kuala Lumpur daily A380 flights will enjoy exclusive French inflight meal delights effective 1 April 2013.


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ILTM Asia Profiles Luxury Travel Trends For 2014

 Luxury travel buyers and agents from across the Asia Pacific will meet at the 7th edition of International Luxury Travel Market (ILTM) Asia in Shanghai in June to view almost 500 of the latest travel experiences from 70 countries across the world and exclusively identify next year’s travel trends for their clients. 

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Hawaiian, Airbus Sign Purchase Agreement For Delivery of 16 New A321neo Aircraft

- Having reached key labor agreements with its pilot and flight attendant unions on the introduction of new aircraft,


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Ireland Says "G'Day" to Australian Travel Agents

 Leading travel agents from Australia enjoyed a fact-finding visit to Ireland over the St Patrick’s period, as guests of Tourism Ireland, Etihad Airways and Fáilte Ireland. 


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Vietnam participating in international tourism exhibition MITT in Moscow

 The Vietnam National Administration of Tourism (VNAT) and more than 10 Vietnamese travel and entertainment companies are showcasing their products and services at the on-going 20th Moscow International Travel and Tourism Exhibition (MITT) in Russia.


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STR reports US hotel industry performance rose by 2% for February 2013

 The U.S. hotel industry reported increases in all three key performance metrics during February 2013, according to data from STR.


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Canada hotel industry results for week ending March 16 by STR

 The Canadian hotel industry experienced positive results in the three key performance metrics during the week of 10-16 March 2013, according to data from STR.


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TripAdvisor Reveals Denver The Top U.S. City For Hotel Room Service Value

 TripAdvisor®, the world's largest travel site*, today announced its inaugural TripIndex™ Room Service, a cost-comparison of common incidental items and services that many travelers will purchase when staying in a hotel, 

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Tourism New Zealand teams up with Tourism Australia at ITB

Tourism New Zealand recently joined forces with Tourism Australia to exhibit at the world's largest tourism convention, International Tourism Bourse (ITB), which was held in Berlin from 6-10 March 2013.

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DFW International Airport Reaches Milestone of 200 Nonstop Destinations In Its Mission to Connect The World

Record air service growth continues with two new international routes, more benefits for Dallas/Fort Worth community Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport has reached a major milestone by reaching 
200 nonstop destinations, with the announcements of new service by American Eagle to Hermosillo and Zacatecas, Mexico. 

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Magnuson to introduce Steve Forbes at Asian American Hotel Owners convention

 Thomas Magnuson, CEO of Magnuson Worldwide, has been named to introduce Steve Forbes, Chairman and Editor-in-Chief of Forbes Media.

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Building the corporate and incentive market in South Korea

Tourism New Zealand has undertaken a series of initiatives in South Korea to position New Zealand as a preferred conference and incentives destination.

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Indonesia to open 25 new Airports by 2015 to boost air connectivity

There will be 12 new airports opening this year, announced Indonesia Transportation Minister, E.E. Mangindaan at a press conference on 19 March,

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Bali, Semarang and Surabaya Harbors dredged to receive Large Cruise Ships

Access channels to three cruise harbors in Indonesia will be dredged this year to meet international demand from large cruise ship companies.

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Hotel Pricing and Parity Analysis for the week of February 23, 2013 in APAC Region

 The Leading hospitality technology company, released this week’s Hotel Pricing Trends and Hotel Rate Parity report. A single window BI dashboard, which enables revenue professionals on cheapest rate visibility, tracking hotel rate parity along with median rate for three (3) months of three, four and five star hotel category across some of the major cities in APAC region.

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Sri Lanka's "Mega Tourism Road Show" in Russia aims to promote tourism

The three week long “Mega Tourism Road Show in Russia & Ukraine” commenced its first phase on 17 March in the historical city of Saint Petersburg, Russia. The road show was declared opened at the Mega Dybenko shopping mall by Udayanga Weeratunga, the Ambassador of Democratic Republic of Sri Lanka to the Russian Federation in the presence of representatives of the SLTPB.

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THAI clarifies TG 314 from Kolkata-Bangkok landing

 Bangkok – Thai Airways International Public Company Limited (THAI) clarifies tire-replacement on runway for flight TG 314 from Kolkata to Bangkok .


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