Thursday, 25 April 2013

UAL Reports $325 Million First-Quarter 2013 Loss Excluding Special Charges; $417 Million Loss Including Special Charges

 United Airlines today reported a first-quarter 2013 net loss of $325 million, or $0.98 per share, excluding $92 million of special charges. Including special charges, UAL reported a first-quarter 2013 net loss of $417 million, or $1.26 per share.

- The company achieved its best first-quarter on-time performance in a decade, with 81.0 percent of mainline flights, including both domestic and international flights, arriving within 14 minutes of scheduled arrival time.



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RCI Welcomes Travel Smart Vacation Club Resorts to Affiliate Network

 RCI, the global leader in vacation exchange and part of the Wyndham Worldwide family of brands (NYSE: WYN), today announced an affiliation agreement with Travel Smart Vacation Club. The affiliation agreement includes two resorts, which will offer a more luxurious vacation experience for members through several resort upgrades: Royalton Punta Cana in the Dominican Republic, and Royalton White Sands in Jamaica.


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US Airways Outlines Case For Brazil Routes With U.S. Department Of Transportation


US Airways has filed a supplement to its March 4 application with the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) for the rights to operate daily, year-round service between Sao Paulo, Brazil and the airline's hubs in Charlotte, N.C. and Philadelphia.

"US Airways' application injects important new competition into a highly regulated market," said Senior Vice President, Marketing and Planning Andrew Nocella.



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CottoCrudo Restaurant, Bar and Lounge at Four Seasons Hotel Prague Introduces Wine Flights.

 Tomas Donev, sommelier at CottoCrudo restaurant, bar and lounge of Four Seasons Hotel Prague, introduces a unique tasting session with a selection of wines from the most renowned Italian wineries allowing guests to "fly" around Italy with CottoCrudo’s wine flights.

CottoCrudo offers wine lovers a unique opportunity to become an expert on selected wines by tasting three types at the same time, together with a tasting commentary on the qualities of the wine, vintage and wine region.




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Acclaimed Sunday Brunch Returns to Four Seasons Hotel Buenos Aires at Elena.

 Each year, all of Buenos Aires awaits the return of the famous Sunday Brunch at Four Seasons Hotel Buenos Aires. This year, the season brings an exciting new setting for the acclaimed weekly feast: the new Elena Restaurant.

Opened just a few months ago after a multi-million dollar renovation, critics and guests alike have called Elena "outstanding," quickly turning it into the city's hottest place to meet, dine and drink.



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The 8 Wonders of Shenzhen: Four Seasons Unlocks the Secrets of China's Most Dynamic City.

 Opening in mid 2013, Four Seasons Hotel Shenzhen is the company’s eighth hotel in China, and in honour of that distinction, the Hotel's Concierge has curated a list of the 8 Wonders of Shenzhen.
The Concierge team can create a customized itinerary that meets any interest, helping guests discover the hidden gems of this wonderful city. From shopping to golf, one-of-a-kind theme parks, memorable dining experiences, cultural excursions or a night on the town, Shenzhen has something for everyone.




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Wednesday, 24 April 2013

Regional Victoria Living Expo 2013 hailed a huge success

 With 15 per cent more visitors than last year’s inaugural event, the weekend’s 2013 Regional Victoria Living Expo has been hailed a huge success.

Victoria Deputy Premier and Minister for Regional and Rural Development Peter Ryan said feedback from visitors and from the 138 exhibitors was extremely positive.



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