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DFAT upgrades travel warning for Britain
THREE failed terrorist attacks in London and Scotland have prompted the Australian government to upgrade its travel warnings for Britain. (Sun, 01 Jul 2007 04:19:00 GMT)
Australia upgrades travel warning for UK
The Australian government Sunday upgraded its travel warning for Britain, saying there was a high risk of a terrorist attack. (Sun, 01 Jul 2007 04:26:35 GMT)
Australia raises travel warning
Three failed terrorist attacks in London and Scotland have prompted the Australian government to upgrade its travel warnings for Britain. (Sun, 01 Jul 2007 06:41:34 GMT)
Australian govt hikes travel alert for Britain
Source: Reuters SYDNEY, July 1 (Reuters) - The Australian government issued an upgraded travel alert for Britain on Sunday, advising visitors to use a high degree of caution. This is the third-highest degree of ... (Sun, 01 Jul 2007 06:50:02 GMT)
Australian govt hikes travel alert for Britain
The Australian government issued an upgraded travel alert for Britain on Sunday, advising visitors to use a high degree of caution. (Sun, 01 Jul 2007 06:55:42 GMT)
Travel: See Florida, family style
For the past couple of years, we've packed a little more "family" into our family vacations. My husband and I and our two children have met up with our extended family for trips involving nearly a dozen people. Without even knowing it, we have become part of a growing travel trend that the industry calls "togethering." Disney World, of course, is all over this trend. (Sun, 01 Jul 2007 10:04:35 GMT)
NZ govt adjusts travel advice for UK
The New Zealand government has adjusted its travel advice to Kiwis planning to visit the UK, following the attempted bombings in Glasgow and London. (Sun, 01 Jul 2007 11:19:44 GMT)
MasterCard travel season campaign takes off in UAE
MasterCard Worldwide has launched the 2007 MasterCard Travel Season Campaign in the UAE, which runs until 7th September 2007. (Sun, 01 Jul 2007 11:33:10 GMT)
German Train Travel Delayed Because of Strikes for Higher Pay
July 2 (Bloomberg) -- Train travel in parts of Germany was disrupted with delays and cancellations as rail workers seeking a 7 percent pay increase staged a series of warning strikes. (Mon, 02 Jul 2007 07:53:09 GMT)
U.K. travel stocks drop after Glasgow Airport attack
LONDON (MarketWatch) -- Travel stocks weakened in London trading on Monday, with British Airways and Thomas Cook among the losers as the U.K. stood at its highest terror-threat level and with oil trading near $70 a barrel. (Mon, 02 Jul 2007 09:16:27 GMT)
Air travel growth stable, freight picks up: IATA
International air travel grew again in May, while air freight picked up sharply after several months of sluggish growth, the top airline association said Monday. (Mon, 02 Jul 2007 09:49:15 GMT)
Travel And Tour Agencies Required To Offer Travel Insurance
KUALA LUMPUR, July 2 (Bernama) -- Starting this month, all licensed travel and tour agents are required to offer travel insurance to their customers for local and overseas tours. (Mon, 02 Jul 2007 10:29:39 GMT)
LONDON MARKETS: U.K. Travel Stocks Drop After Glasgow Airport Attack
Travel stocks weakened in London trading on Monday, with British Airways and Thomas Cook among the losers with Britain placed at its highest terror threat level and oil trading above $70 a barrel. (Mon, 02 Jul 2007 11:18:44 GMT)
German Train Travel Delayed Amid Warning Strikes (Update1)
July 2 (Bloomberg) -- Train travel in parts of Germany was disrupted with delays and cancellations as rail workers seeking a 7 percent pay increase staged a series of brief warning strikes. Labor unions announced more stoppages for tomorrow. (Mon, 02 Jul 2007 11:37:59 GMT)
Happier Summer Travel
Summer just started and already airline confusion is wreaking havoc on travel plans. iPhones or other high-tech devices can ease boredom, and Ray Hennessey Editor of SmartMoney.com, has some more tips for a happier summer. (Mon, 02 Jul 2007 12:30:39 GMT)
GTREX Capital Announces Increased Data Center Capacity for Expanded Operations of Global Travel Exchange Subsidiary
GTREX Capital, Inc. (OTCBB: GRXI), a holding company with subsidiary operations in the travel distribution industry, today reported that its Global Travel Exchange subsidiary has increased its capacity at TechSpace, the data center that runs Global Travel Exchange's Voyager Network travel distribution platform. The increased capacity will enhance Global Travel Exchange's ability to complete ... (Mon, 02 Jul 2007 13:47:19 GMT)
ROAD & TRAVEL Magazine Announces 11th Annual 'Sexiest Cars' for 2007
DETROIT, July 2 -- ROAD & TRAVEL Magazine (RTM) announced today the chosen few for this year's highly-anticipated 11th Annual Sexy Car Buyer's Guide. The top 10 sexiest, hottest, wildest wheels to make the 2007 "most sexy" list follow in alphabetical order: (Mon, 02 Jul 2007 13:48:10 GMT)
Nigeria: BA, Travel Agents Still At War Over Commission
British Airways may not have heard the last from the body of travel agents in Nigeria, National Association of Nigeria Travel Agents, NANTA, that is apparently dissatisfied and has rejected the airline's proposal to pay one per cent commission on every ticket to agents holding its stock. (Mon, 02 Jul 2007 15:11:06 GMT)
Holiday travel begins amid high security
If you're trying to make your Fourth of July last three days or more, you're not alone. In cars and on planes, millions of Americans are on vacation this week as the nation takes advantage of a midweek holiday. More than 41 million Americans will travel at least 50 miles from their homes some time this week — a new record for Independence Day travel — despite heightened security because of ... (Tue, 03 Jul 2007 01:23:35 GMT)
Holiday Travel Begins Amid High Security
If you're trying to make your Fourth of July last three days or more, you're not alone. In cars and on planes, millions of Americans are on vacation this week as the nation takes advantage of a midweek holiday. More than 41 million Americans will travel at least 50 miles from their homes some time this week _ a new record for Independence Day travel _ despite heightened security because of failed ... (Tue, 03 Jul 2007 02:08:17 GMT)
Happy Returns for Travel Agents
Many travel agents or travel specialists, as they are now known say they have seen an increase in business in the last year or so. (Tue, 03 Jul 2007 02:40:45 GMT)
Holiday travel may cost more in time, trouble
Heavy holiday travel and heightened security across the country following the attempted terror attacks in Britain are producing some hassles for Americans flying on Independence Day getaways. (Tue, 03 Jul 2007 10:45:28 GMT)
Record Number Of Americans Expected To Travel This Holiday
A record number of Americans are expected to travel for the Fourth of July holiday, despite heightened security at airports and train stations. The American Automobile Association expects more than 41 million Americans to travel at least 50 miles from home some time this week. (Tue, 03 Jul 2007 12:39:04 GMT)
Orbitz' Second Annual 'Take 5 to Travel' Survey Shows Americans Learning to Disconnect More on Vacation
Orbitz (http://www.orbitz.com/) the online travel company that keeps travelers "A Step Ahead(TM)", today announced the results of its second annual "Take 5 to Travel" Survey examining trends in work-life balance and its impact on the vacation habits of Americans. The survey results reveal thought-provoking data that begs various questions about societal workplace trends and vacation behavior. (Tue, 03 Jul 2007 12:48:19 GMT)
Holiday travel costs more
If you're planning to travel over the July Fourth holiday, look to pay more for a tank of gas than you did last year at this time. A check of gasoline prices by AAA in Iowa and surrounding states finds regular selling for as much as 19 cents more per gallon than at this time in 2006. (Tue, 03 Jul 2007 12:51:12 GMT)
Australian govt hikes travel alert for Britain
SYDNEY (Reuters) - The Australian government issued an upgraded travel alert for Britain on Sunday, advising visitors to use a high degree of caution. (Tue, 03 Jul 2007 13:50:12 GMT)
Holiday Travel Begins Amid High Security
Americans Begin Fourth of July Travel Amid Heightened Security, Planning for Long Weekends (Tue, 03 Jul 2007 14:53:07 GMT)
Syria describes U.S. travel ban as absurd
Syria on Tuesday described as absurd a travel ban imposed by the United States on Syrian officials who Washington accuses of undermining the Lebanese government. (Tue, 03 Jul 2007 14:59:44 GMT)
The Crossroads Travel Center is no longer an Ertle property. And if the new owners have their way, it might not be a ...
STROUD TOWNSHIP — The Crossroads Travel Center is no longer owned by developer Jim Ertle. And if the new owners have their way, it might not be a truck stop much longer . (Wed, 04 Jul 2007 04:59:06 GMT)
Relief for Indians in UAE, govt lifts travel restrain
After CNN-IBN reported that the Government of India has imposed travel restrictions on Indians living illegally in Dubai saying they could return to only six airports in the country, the government has now revoked the order. Last month, the UAE government announced a three-month amnesty for illegal immigrants. (Wed, 04 Jul 2007 06:45:00 GMT)
Learn to sew 'travel mates'
The Woodford County Cooperative Extension Service will offer a sewing workshop, Sew Simple Travel Mates, from 1 to 4 p.m. next Wednesday at the Agriculture Resource Building, 184 Beasley Road. Participants will learn how to sew two easy travel accessories from quilted fabric. Basic sewing skills are required. A supply list will be given with paid registration. The class will be repeated from 6 to ... (Wed, 04 Jul 2007 07:14:21 GMT)
Wise acts to quiet criticism over travel
Duval County schools Superintendent Joseph Wise said Tuesday night he will no longer allow outside entities to pay for his business travel, a move partially prompted by a recent Times-Union investigation. (Wed, 04 Jul 2007 08:26:33 GMT)
Travel chaos averted after 24-hour rail strike is put on hold
A planned 24-hour strike by hundreds of Network Rail workers which would have caused travel chaos has been suspended. Members of the Rail, Maritime and Transport Union in Scotland and Cumbria had been planning to walk out on Friday in disputes over bonus payments. (Wed, 04 Jul 2007 09:56:05 GMT)
Tory travel tax plan slammed
CHANCELLOR Alistair Darling today ridiculed Tory plans to impose travel taxes on people who take flights for more than one overseas holiday a year. (Wed, 04 Jul 2007 11:26:24 GMT)
Summer travel
Whether your vacation begins by land, by sea or by air, you can save money on transportation to your holiday destination. Saving money is half the fun. Travel frugally whether it's by car, plane or boat and have money left over for souvenirs. (Wed, 04 Jul 2007 11:47:29 GMT)
The Videoconference: Friend to the Travel-Weary
Match your budget to the appropriate software and save a bundle on travel. (Wed, 04 Jul 2007 14:38:53 GMT)
Mansfield dentist suggests vacation travel emergency kit
MANSFIELD -- Vacation packing list: Sunscreen, check. Swimsuit, check. Copies of your dental X-rays? To many, this may seem unusual. To Dr. Dina Ambrose, it's a travel necessity. (Thu, 05 Jul 2007 11:14:01 GMT)
Public Space Travel: Flight School 101
Public space travel is a going and growing industry, but still faces a number of hurdles. (Thu, 05 Jul 2007 11:26:54 GMT)
Public Space Travel: Flight School 101
ASPEN, Colorado - Public space travel is a going and growing industry, but with number of hurdles to overcome before becoming a sustainable and profitable marketplace. (Thu, 05 Jul 2007 11:45:13 GMT)
Ontario ups travel allowance for northerners
Northern Ontario residents who must travel more than 100 kilometres for medical treatment will get some additional financial help, Premier Dalton McGuinty announced Wednesday. (Thu, 05 Jul 2007 12:52:59 GMT)
Troopers: At least four die in wrecks over holiday travel period
UNDATED, Ala. State troopers say at least four people died in traffic accidents across Alabama over the 4th of July holiday travel period that ended at midnight. (Thu, 05 Jul 2007 12:58:52 GMT)
Province boosts medical travel grants
Leaving the North for medical care is never easy, but it won't cost residents as much to travel to southern Ontario and other areas for treatment from now on. (Thu, 05 Jul 2007 13:13:33 GMT)
Carlson Wagonlit Travel gains majority control of its JV in India
The world’s second-largest travel management company now has majority control of the joint venture with a 76 percent ownership stake. AFL Private Ltd. will continue to be the remaining shareholder. (Thu, 05 Jul 2007 13:16:00 GMT)
Comstock Park travel tennis team gets extra work
The Comstock Park travel tennis team, a USA Junior Tennis Team coached by Panthers junior varsity coach Bill Schaefer, has played two matches and has two left. (Thu, 05 Jul 2007 13:16:34 GMT)
Indian Online Travel Market Continues to provide new opportunities for intrepid travel companies
2006 saw a huge amount of activity in the online travel space in India - and this year the market is showing no sign of cooling off. Far from it in fact. (Thu, 05 Jul 2007 13:30:24 GMT)
At Least Four Die in Wrecks Over Holiday Travel Period
State troopers say at least four people died in traffic accidents across Alabama over the 4th of July holiday travel period that ended at midnight. (Thu, 05 Jul 2007 14:17:16 GMT)
Nonprofit pays Schwarzenegger travel bills
California Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger has been billing overseas travel expenses to a nonprofit group that offers full tax deductions to donors. (Thu, 05 Jul 2007 19:27:10 GMT)
Travel restricted on Alsbury Blvd. in Burleson
BURLESON -- Road repairs and rain are restricting travel on Alsbury Boulevard just west on Interstate 35. The city’s public works department shut down Alsbury at the Union Pacific Railroad tracks Thursday morning in hopes of completing asphalt overlay in one day. When rain halted the work before noon, however, city crews reopened one westbound lane at 3 p.m. The westbound lane will remain open ... (Thu, 05 Jul 2007 21:15:22 GMT)
Study warns “safety first” over School Travel
A study into school travel plans in Auckland has highlighted the need for children to be safe when using non-vehicle modes of transport to and from school. (Fri, 06 Jul 2007 00:20:03 GMT)
Ex-travel agent heading to prison
An angry judge on Friday sent a former Lyndhurst travel agent to prison for four years, calling her a "fraud" and a "cheat" who stole more than $278,000 from customers -- several of whom came to court and applauded the sentence. (Fri, 06 Jul 2007 04:28:26 GMT)
Italy issues travel warning vs RP
Italy is advising its citizens against traveling to the Philippines, particularly in Mindanao, citing terrorist threats, ANC reported Friday. The travel warning came nearly a month after Italian priest Giancarlo Bossi was abducted in Zamboanga Sibugay. (Fri, 06 Jul 2007 05:14:33 GMT)
Gaylord Texas offers travel free summer fun
The Gaylord Texan Resort invites adults and families to skip the expense of summer travel and instead experience a fun filled vacation in their own backyard this year. (Fri, 06 Jul 2007 05:56:32 GMT)
Pismo to sue online travel companies
Pismo Beach may become part of a class action lawsuit that Los Angeles wants to file against numerous online travel companies such as Hotels.com and Travelocity.com for alleged unfair business practices. (Fri, 06 Jul 2007 06:51:37 GMT)
Pismo to sue online travel companies
Pismo Beach may become part of a class action lawsuit the city of Los Angeles wants to file against numerous online travel companies like Hotels.com and Travelocity.com for alleged unfair business practices. (Fri, 06 Jul 2007 07:30:24 GMT)
Moyer to travel to Annapolis' sister cities in Europe
The city of Annapolis will be without a mayor for the next six weeks, as Ellen O. Moyer embarks on a European tour to visit sister cities in France and the British Isles. Moyer will begin her trip in Rochefort, France, then travel to Richmond, England; Dumfries, Scotland; Wexford, Ireland; Newport, Wales and Cowes, England. She departs today by ship for France and will return Aug. 15. (Fri, 06 Jul 2007 07:47:11 GMT)
Congress advances on foreign travel issue
The U.S. strategy toward drawing more international visitors takes shape in Senate legislation. The travel industry's insistence that the federal government do more to encourage foreigners to vacation in the United States appears to be gaining momentum in Congress, as legislation to expedite visa applications and increase promotional spending has taken a step forward. (Fri, 06 Jul 2007 09:56:04 GMT)
Expedia Corporate Travel revenues from Europe to surpass US by 2008: media
This was shared by Jean-Pierre Remy, President, Expedia Corporate Travel (ECT), in an interview with Investor's Business Daily. Recently, ECT announced plans to launch service in Italy. (Fri, 06 Jul 2007 10:45:34 GMT)
Air travel report for July 6
Northwest Airlines has canceled several flights in the region today, but otherwise air travel should be relatively smooth. (Fri, 06 Jul 2007 12:47:45 GMT)
Software aids car rental companies and travel agents.
Part of Encore! content merchandising program, Car UpSell gives car rental companies ability to display higher-class vehicle options to Worldspan travel agents while agents are in booking process. Program automatically calculates cost of upgrade and gives travel agent ability to book reservation with single click. With Car Upsell, companies can use real-time tracking and reporting tools to ... (Fri, 06 Jul 2007 14:55:46 GMT)
Travel directory: essential travel resources
Our travel directory contains expert travel advice and downloadable guides, including country-specific booking directories, city guides, travel health advice and expert recommendations from our columnist. (Fri, 06 Jul 2007 15:20:48 GMT)
Wanted: Travel pics for contest
The Enquirer is sponsoring its second annual People and Places Travel Fun Photo Contest. Winners in two categories – People and Places – will receive $150 each for first place, $75 each for second place; and $25 each for third place. (Fri, 06 Jul 2007 19:50:28 GMT)
Fractional ownership may be antidote to air-travel hassles
Sooner or later, every airplane passenger experiences a pivotal moment that sours him or her on commercial travel. If finding the spare cash to purchase and maintain a private jet seems daunting, you can always buy a piece of a plane. Fractional jet ownership is all the rage. In January, BusinessWeek reported that the number of individuals and businesses holding fractional jet shares has risen ... (Fri, 06 Jul 2007 20:43:45 GMT)
Travel news in brief
The latest travel news, from sold-out QE2 cruises, to security in Yemen. (Fri, 06 Jul 2007 23:53:23 GMT)
Easier travel
Two OSU professors are finding ways to make it easier to travel for those with disabilities. (Sat, 07 Jul 2007 01:18:40 GMT)
Travel Concierge: Mobile Concierge deLuxe Offers Mobile City Guide to Over 300 Destinations Around the Globe
New York-based company, IFFISO HNWICC, Inc. has launched Mobile Travel Concierge (http://www.conciergeriedeluxe.co to complete Conciergerie deLuxe's offer, an international Conciergerie serving high net worth individual and corporate clients within and outside the USA. (Sat, 07 Jul 2007 01:41:26 GMT)
JAL to prohibit bulldogs from air travel
Japan Airlines Corp. will ban bulldogs from its planes starting July 20 because of their tendency to become enfeebled during travel, company officials said. (Sat, 07 Jul 2007 01:49:01 GMT)
Pismo to sue online travel companies
Pismo Beach may become part of a class action lawsuit that Los Angeles wants to file against numerous online travel companies such as Hotels.com and Travelocity.com for alleged unfair business practices. (Sat, 07 Jul 2007 06:30:54 GMT)
House swapping: A nice travel option
EAR SAVVY SENIOR: Awhile back I read an article about "home exchange" programs that offer free travel accommodations to their members. My wife and I will both be retiring soon and are interested in traveling but also have a limited budget. What can you tell us about this option? - Budget Travelers (Sat, 07 Jul 2007 07:12:32 GMT)
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Travel Web site could raise $612 million in second offering
Orbitz Worldwide Inc., the online travel Web site owned by Blackstone Group LP, could raise $612 million by selling shares in its second initial public offering in four years. (Sat, 07 Jul 2007 12:13:08 GMT)
Summer air travel chaotic
After years of troubled air travel in the United States, the next few months may be the worst yet, with growing congestion leaving more passengers angry. (Sat, 07 Jul 2007 17:34:48 GMT)
Travel insurance not always answer
We booked a travel package (air and cruise) through Carnival in March. Our plane had to make an emergency landing in Harrisburg, Pa., and we missed our connection to Miami. We called Carnival right away and were told we would have to fly to Mexico to board. (Sun, 08 Jul 2007 04:23:42 GMT)
Local boat crew hopes to prove that trans-Atlantic travel is older than we think
As a real estate and mortgage broker, José Valmana is usually wading in the waters of South Florida's precarious housing market. Now he's hoping to sail into uncharted history.Valmana, of western Miami-Dade County, will join the 12-person crew of the Abora III , a 12-ton reed boat built to prove that trans-Atlantic travel was possible as early as 14,000 years ago, well before the Vikings and ... (Sun, 08 Jul 2007 04:59:37 GMT)
Summer travel looks good for U.S. airlines
Less flying may mean more profit for the biggest U.S. airlines. Major carriers are cutting domestic capacity even as travel demand is rising, helping them fill more seats with passengers. (Sun, 08 Jul 2007 06:26:59 GMT)
Indonesia travel warnings
The Australian and New Zealand governments are both warning about new dangers of travel to Indonesia. (Sun, 08 Jul 2007 06:29:11 GMT)
Travel: To insure or not?
Consumer advocates are divided over whether coverage for vacations is cost effective. Don't buy travel insurance, says Consumer Reports. Do buy travel insurance, say consumer advocates Clark Howard and Ed Perkins. Don't buy travel insurance, says the Consumer Federation of America. Do buy it, says your travel agent. (Sun, 08 Jul 2007 07:07:11 GMT)
Travel Insurance: To Buy Or Not?
Don't buy travel insurance, Consumer Reports says. Do buy travel insurance, consumer advocates Clark Howard and Ed Perkins say. Don't buy travel insurance, the Consumer Federation of America says. Do buy it, your travel agent says. (Sun, 08 Jul 2007 07:10:17 GMT)
Sales are up for travel insurance, but is it good buy?
Eileen Ambrose -- Personal Finance We see terrorist attacks at airports, record airline delays and bankruptcies among travel providers. No wonder people are buying so much travel insurance. (Sun, 08 Jul 2007 07:32:35 GMT)
Travel Insurance
Don't let your decision come back to bite you Don't buy travel insurance, says Consumer Reports. Do buy travel insurance, say consumer advocates Clark Howard and Ed Perkins. Don't buy travel insurance, says the Consumer Federation of America. Do buy it, says your travel agent. (Sun, 08 Jul 2007 08:28:09 GMT)
Tsutsumi brings travel writing award home
Cheryl Chee Tsutsumi's Star-Bulletin Sunday travel column, "Hawaii's Backyard," has won the silver award in the Society of American Travel Writers-Western Chapter writing competition. (Sun, 08 Jul 2007 11:19:23 GMT)
Gates Defers Travel Plans To Help With Iraq Report
On the eve of a trip to Central and South America, Defense Secretary Robert M. Gates yesterday postponed his travel plans to help the White House assemble a progress report on the situation in Iraq. (Mon, 09 Jul 2007 01:01:22 GMT)
As Domestic Sales Slow, Travel Sites Go Global
Online travel agencies like Travelocity and Expedia are looking overseas as growth in domestic bookings has slowed. (Mon, 09 Jul 2007 06:03:20 GMT)
America's online travel agencies turn to Europe
As bookings in the United States have stalled for most online travel agencies, companies like Expedia, Travelocity, Priceline and others have found that their investments in foreign markets are paying off - especially in Europe. (Mon, 09 Jul 2007 06:10:42 GMT)
Chileans overcoming travel
On the field, Chile has made its journey through the early stages of the U-20 World Cup look relatively easy. It is the travel itinerary that has presented some challenges for the talented South American side. (Mon, 09 Jul 2007 11:19:22 GMT)
Travel videos posted online
Keep friends and family in the know about your travels with new technology. There are travel blogs and travel podcasts, and now, increasingly, there are travel "vlogs" and other types of online travel videos. (Mon, 09 Jul 2007 12:56:13 GMT)
The downgrading of business travel
Companies' attempts to combat rising price tags on trips leaves employees unhappy For many professionals, business travel used to come with certain perks -- a posh hotel, a lavish meal, minibar raids and maybe a pay-per-view movie before bed. But, with hotel rates skyrocketing and companies clamping down on spending, business travel is becoming increasingly bare-bones, even a tinge ... (Mon, 09 Jul 2007 13:44:35 GMT)
Big Daddy's restaurant: No travel center, Ertle says
PARADISE TOWNSHIP -- Businessman Jim Ertle says his plans for the Big Daddy’s restaurant property on Route 611 don’t include a travel center. Ertle, whose phone calls Friday about his plans were not properly handled by the Pocono Record, said that’s definite. (Mon, 09 Jul 2007 14:20:05 GMT)
BCD Travel Furthers Worldwide Acquisition Strategy, Drives Tech Integration
JULY 09, 2007 -- Following a recent rash of acquisitions, BCD Travel said it plans to continue to expand its global presence in the second half of 2007 by focusing on garnering agencies in emerging markets, providing consistent technology and service platforms, as well as tightening its sales force to better align with regional operations, company CEO Mike Buckman told BTN last week. (Mon, 09 Jul 2007 15:20:07 GMT)
Gas prices head north despite end of July 4 travel
Gas prices in Metro Detroit are on the rise since the July 4th holiday -- a reversal of the typical summer trend of pump prices falling after a busy travel weekend. (Mon, 09 Jul 2007 15:22:12 GMT)
Indonesia's Garuda to reassure Japan travel agents over safety
JAKARTA : Indonesia's flagship carrier Garuda will meet with Japan's travel agency association this week to reassure them about safety after Tokyo assessed they met appropriate standards, a spokesman said on Monday. (Mon, 09 Jul 2007 15:29:07 GMT)
Rice to travel to Middle East for peace talks, and to Africa and Europe
U.S. Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice will travel to the Middle East next week for talks with Israeli and Palestinian officials meant to move the peace process forward and to lay the foundation for an eventual Palestinian state, the State Department said Monday. (Mon, 09 Jul 2007 20:23:35 GMT)
Govt should be wary of 'crying wolf' on travel
The Federal Opposition has warned the Government against "crying wolf" with its overseas travel advisories. (Tue, 10 Jul 2007 05:40:19 GMT)
A Return Trip to Travel Agents
Travel agents haven't faded away, by any means, despite dire predictions that the Internet would make them obsolete. (Tue, 10 Jul 2007 08:04:18 GMT)
Morristown travel company buys Calif. firm
• Crystal International Travel Group, based in Morristown, has agreed to purchase Flying Dutchmen Travel of Santa Rosa, Calif., in a stock transaction. Financial details were not disclosed. (Tue, 10 Jul 2007 08:07:45 GMT)
HITEC 2007 | Interview With Cindy Estis Green discussing new HSMAI Foundation Report: The Travel Marketer’s Guide to ...
Working together to focus on emerging topics of importance to travel marketers, the Hospitality Sales & Marketing Association International (HSMAI) under the auspices of the HSMAI Foundation and the Travel Industry Association (TIA) have partnered to produce a comprehensive educational report titled: The Travel Marketer’s Guide to Social Media and Social Networking. (Tue, 10 Jul 2007 13:44:24 GMT)
SideStep buys travel social network TripUp
SideStep Inc. said Tuesday it acquired TripUp Inc., a community and social networking site dedicated to travel. (Tue, 10 Jul 2007 13:58:22 GMT)
UStiA Reveals Three Travel Insurance Myths
A number of misconceptions and myths abound about travel insurance that could end up potentially costing consumers thousands of dollars, advises the US Travel Insurance Association. UStiA advises that consumers may incorrectly believe they are already covered for a variety of situations when in reality they are not. (Tue, 10 Jul 2007 14:55:09 GMT)
Six killed during holiday travel period
Six people were killed on Minnesota roads during the Fourth of July travel period, according to preliminary State Patrol crash reports. (Tue, 10 Jul 2007 14:57:03 GMT)
Online Travel Buddy Service Reaches 500,000 Member Milestone
TravBuddy LLC (http://www.travbuddy.com) today announced that it has reached a critical membership milestone of 500,000 registered members, making it one of the largest and fastest growing web 2.0 travel communities on the internet. Over half a million members now use TravBuddy's free online services to find travel companions. (Tue, 10 Jul 2007 15:12:00 GMT)
Travel Search Engine SideStep Acquires TripUp Social Network
What better acquisition for a niche travel search engine company than a niche travel social network?Today SideStep announced that they have done just so with the acquisition of TripUp, a web community based around travel. TripUp is a popular online destination chocked full of user generated travel blogs, photos, videos, maps, and reviews; somewhat similar to [...] (Wed, 11 Jul 2007 04:09:18 GMT)
Aussies warned about travel to Pakistan
THE Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT) has reissued its travel warning for people considering travelling to Pakistan, after violence in the capital Islamabad. (Wed, 11 Jul 2007 09:48:00 GMT)
Consumers conducting travel research online continue to outnumber those booking online
The report, released by The Conference Board and TNS report, shared that among those using the Internet to make travel arrangements, the ability to book airfares online garnered the highest level of satisfaction, with 48 percent of customers claiming they are “extremely” satisfied. (Wed, 11 Jul 2007 11:15:34 GMT)
Nigeria travel advice
* "We advise against all travel to the Niger Delta (Bayelsa, Delta and Rivers States, including Port Harcourt) and to riverine areas of Cross River State (see Security Section below). This is because of the very high risk of kidnapping, armed robbery and other armed attacks in these areas. (Wed, 11 Jul 2007 11:33:38 GMT)
Travel Distribution News, Events and Analysis
Click here to view this years event video. An innovative and well executed marketing plan is integral to driving travel product sales. Hear the latest trends and developments from industry experts at this inaugural Asia-Pacific event. (Wed, 11 Jul 2007 12:45:34 GMT)
YTB International Recognized by Travel Weekly as Leading Travel Agency in 2007 Power List
YTB International, Inc. (BULLETIN BOARD: YTBL) , a provider of Internet-based travel booking services for travel agencies and home-based independent representatives in the United States, today announced that the Company has been named as one of the country's leading travel agencies in Travel Weekly's 2007 Power List. As part of the Power List, YTB was ranked 35th among all travel agencies and ... (Wed, 11 Jul 2007 12:46:06 GMT)
Travel + Leisure Names Jumby Bay, A Rosewood Resort the #1 Resort in the Caribbean
ANTIGUA, West Indies | Jumby Bay, A Rosewood Resort, has earned the distinction of the “World’s Best Caribbean Resort” from Travel + Leisure in the magazine’s 2007 World’s Best Readers’ Survey. Travel + Leisure’s sophisticated readership voted the renowned private island retreat number one resort in the Caribbean, Bermuda, and the Bahamas in the magazines’ annual poll which will be featured in ... (Wed, 11 Jul 2007 12:46:38 GMT)
Senate Commerce Committee Passes “Travel Promotion Act Of 2007” | TIA Reports
WASHINGTON, DC | After months of intensive discussions, the U.S. Senate Committee on Commerce, Science and Transportation today approved S. 1661, the “Travel Promotion Act of 2007.” This important bipartisan bill acknowledges the importance of the travel industry to the nation’s economy and recognizes the need to continue moving forward with critical improvements to our visa and entry processes ... (Wed, 11 Jul 2007 13:01:48 GMT)
PBA forming U-14-15 travel teams
The Patriots Baseball Alliance is forming U-14 and U-15 local travel teams for the 2008 season. Interested players, parents, coaches and sponsors should call Steve Wilder at (513) 759-9445 or email swmgrhc@aol.com. (Wed, 11 Jul 2007 14:50:38 GMT)
Six killed during July 4 travel period, patrol says
Six people were killed on state roads during the July 4th travel period, which ran from July 2 to 8, the State Patrol said. The six fatalities included in the patrol's report do not include crashes being handled by city or county agencies. Four people died on July 3 near Princeton after a semitrailer truck broadsided a car driven by 18-year-old Brian Olson of Otsego, killing him and two other ... (Wed, 11 Jul 2007 15:05:36 GMT)
The 10 best adventure travel bargains of 2007
What does value mean for adventure travel? It certainly entails paying a reasonable price, but it also means choosing an outfitter that's experienced, safety-conscious, and respectful of the environment and culture encountered on the trip. When I'm climbing a mountain or rafting a river with a company, I want to believe my guides know what they're doing, the equipment is reliable, and they aren't ... (Wed, 11 Jul 2007 22:14:03 GMT)
DFAT upgrades travel warning for Zimbabwe
Australians are being urged to reconsider visiting Zimbabwe, with the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade upgrading its travel warning for the troubled African country. (Thu, 12 Jul 2007 08:34:17 GMT)
Transport staff spend $100,000 on travel
Six Queensland Transport employees have run up more than $110,000 in overseas travel bills over the past year. (Thu, 12 Jul 2007 08:39:14 GMT)
TRAVEL DIVA: U.S. dollar falls again, affects travel abroad
Dollar falls even lower against foreign currencies in middle of summer travel season. (Thu, 12 Jul 2007 09:19:28 GMT)
Filmmakers to travel overseas for another documentary
VietNamNet Bridge - Just one month after the film team for Amazon Chronicle embarked on their South American trip, another team from HCM City will travel to New Caledonia and Vanuatu on July 19 for a new documentary about these two Australian islands. (Thu, 12 Jul 2007 10:00:38 GMT)
Business Travel Show Dubai unveils travel management seminar programme
The Business Travel Show which launches in Dubai 29/30th October 007 at the Madinat Jumeirah Arena, has unveiled the educational programme which will run in parallel to the up coming exhibition. (Thu, 12 Jul 2007 10:51:11 GMT)
Travel photographers of the year
Travel: Gallery: Some of the highlights of the first four years of the Travel Photographer of the Year competition. (Thu, 12 Jul 2007 10:52:05 GMT)
Travel Distribution Iberian Peninsula 2007
This unique event will offer the best from Portugal, Spain and those countries making travel business in this region. Leading online travel companies and experts in the industry will show you how to profit from cutting-edge solutions that are guaranteed to generate additional revenue. (Thu, 12 Jul 2007 11:15:28 GMT)
Lawmakers limit travel in light of new protocol
WASHINGTON -- Congressional travel comes in two flavors, as San Joaquin Valley lawmakers recently illustrated. (Thu, 12 Jul 2007 11:31:24 GMT)
Love's Travel Stop to have McDonald's and Subway
Two fast food restaurants-McDonald's and Subway-will be coming to Falkville next year as a part of the Love's Travel Stop development project at I-65 and Highway 55, according to Mayor Jimmie Walker. (Thu, 12 Jul 2007 15:13:09 GMT)
Happier Summer Travel
Summer just started and already airline confusion is wreaking havoc on travel plans. iPhones or other high-tech devices can ease boredom, and Ray Hennessey Editor of SmartMoney.com, has some more tips for a happier summer. (Thu, 12 Jul 2007 22:16:57 GMT)
Hunting For Travel Deals
You can find almost anything on the internet, but when it comes to making travel plans, some of the best deals may be found offline. Ray Hennessey, Editor of SmartMoney.com, has some tips. (Thu, 12 Jul 2007 22:20:44 GMT)
Travel Agents from Cyprus on a familiarisation visit in Malta
A group of 15 Cypriot travel agents were in Malta on a familiarization visit to promote the Maltese islands in Cyprus. (Fri, 13 Jul 2007 06:46:29 GMT)
Ex-citizens can travel to Iran
LONDON, July 13 (IranMania) - Iranians who gave up their citizenship will be given visas to travel to the country. (Fri, 13 Jul 2007 07:50:48 GMT)
Have Edmonds, will travel
With tempered enthusiasm, manager Tony La Russa said Jim Edmonds will travel with the team on the 10-day road trip. La Russa said nothing is imminent, but the center fielder might be activated from the disabled list before the Cardinals come home. (Fri, 13 Jul 2007 08:42:19 GMT)
Arcandor buys 10 travel agencies, forms strategic partnership with BCD Travel
FRANKFURT (Thomson Financial) - Arcandor AG, formerly KarstadtQuelle AG, agreed to buy 10 travel agencies from business travel specialist BCD Travel to boost sales and win new customers. (Fri, 13 Jul 2007 10:02:18 GMT)
Travel Distribution News, Events and Analysis
Travel technology provider Worldspan and BookingBuilder Technologies have jointly announced the new subscriber services agreement. (Fri, 13 Jul 2007 10:22:25 GMT)
Woman buys downtown travel agency
Donna Haole-Valenzuela has become the sole owner of Raines Globe Travel in downtown Salem. The agency specializes in cruise/tour vacations and International air for individuals and groups. (Fri, 13 Jul 2007 10:28:00 GMT)
Maxjet lands at No. 2 on Travel & Leisure list
Singapore Airlines remains the most popular international airline among readers of Travel & Leisure, but startup Maxjet Airways debuted just behind the perennial favorite. (Fri, 13 Jul 2007 13:22:44 GMT)
Transat strengthens Tunisia travel
MONTREAL – Transat A.T. Inc. (TSX: TRZ.B ) is buying French outgoing tour operator Amplitude Internationale, which specializes in travel to Tunisia and has annual sales of $50 million, for about $5 million, the company said Friday. (Fri, 13 Jul 2007 14:28:04 GMT)
Travel Web sites court unmanaged business users
After revolutionizing U.S. travel bookings, online agencies now have their eye on a lucrative, but elusive part of the business market. (Fri, 13 Jul 2007 17:56:34 GMT)
Travel sites court unmanaged business users
After revolutionizing U.S travel bookings, online agencies now have their eye on a lucrative, but elusive part of the business market. (Fri, 13 Jul 2007 18:30:53 GMT)
Plano resident sentenced in counterfeit travel vouchers case
A Plano man was sentenced Friday to federal prison for his role in a counterfeit travel voucher scheme involving his former employer, American Eagle Airlines. (Fri, 13 Jul 2007 23:14:22 GMT)
U.S. warns on travel to Israel, Palestinian areas
The United States issued a fresh travel warning for Israel and the Palestinian territories on Friday to include American journalists and aid workers after a spate of violence and political instability. (Fri, 13 Jul 2007 23:40:49 GMT)
Haneef's wife may travel to Australia
Bangalore, July 14 (IANS) Firdous Arshiya, the wife of Bangalore doctor Muhammad Haneef, may travel to Australia as police there have formally charged him in connection with the failed British terror plot. (Sat, 14 Jul 2007 09:09:06 GMT)
Haneef's wife may travel to Australia (Lead)
Firdous Arshiya, the wife of Bangalore doctor Muhammad Haneef, may travel to Australia as police there have formally charged him in connection with the failed British terror plot. (Sat, 14 Jul 2007 10:39:52 GMT)
Haneef's wife may travel to Australia
Firdous Arshiya, the wife of Bangalore doctor Mohammad Haneef, may travel to Australia as police there have formally charged him in connection with the failed British terror plot. (Sat, 14 Jul 2007 10:44:46 GMT)
Travel Snippets
WHEELWIND … If you are wheelchair-bound, worry not as Acacia Travel will take you almost everywhere in Africa. Acacia specialises in adventure, camping and lodge holidays, and works with local guides. (Sat, 14 Jul 2007 12:31:08 GMT)
Fear of viral fever forces Keralite expats to cancel travel plans
Dubai: An outbreak of Chickungunya, a viral illness caused by mosquito bites in the south Indian state of Kerala, has led a large number of Keralites from the UAE to cancel their travel plans home. (Sat, 14 Jul 2007 13:13:39 GMT)
Terrorist threats force diplomats to restrict travel
Lockdowns and prohibitions on travel now apply to Americans posted to embassies and consulates in at least 28 nations, according to an Associated Press survey of State Department warnings, internal directives and officials. (Sat, 14 Jul 2007 13:58:35 GMT)
Airlines' Answering Services Worsen Travel Woes
The frustration of summer air travel is increased by the airlines' electronic answering systems. The Department of Transportation says that U.S. airlines are canceling and delaying more flights, losing more luggage, and bumping more passengers than ever before. (Sat, 14 Jul 2007 16:11:05 GMT)
Supervisors new travel policy includes numerous changes
Before the Mendocino County grand jury released its report criticizing the county Board of Supervisors' travel policies, the board had already adopted a new travel policy on June 5, which includes changes to the mileage reimbursement policy as well as adding new office and communications expenses. (Sat, 14 Jul 2007 16:44:37 GMT)
BCD Travel Furthers Worldwide Acquisition Strategy, Drives Tech Integration
JULY 09, 2007 -- Following a recent rash of acquisitions, BCD Travel said it plans to continue to expand its global presence in the second half of 2007 by focusing on garnering agencies in emerging markets, providing consistent technology and service platforms, as well as tightening its sales force to better align with regional operations, company CEO Mike Buckman told BTN last week. (Sat, 14 Jul 2007 19:20:02 GMT)
New US Travel Alert for Israel, Palestinian Territories
The U.S. State Department has issued a new warning for U.S. citizens considering travel to Israel and the Palestinian territories. In a statement Friday, the State Department said the fresh warning supersedes a previous travel alert for the region issued in January. (Sun, 15 Jul 2007 01:31:25 GMT)
Haneef's wife may travel to Australia
Firdous Arshiya, the wife of Bangalore doctor Muhammad Haneef, may travel to Australia as police there have formally charged him in connection with the failed British terror plot. (Sun, 15 Jul 2007 03:45:07 GMT)
1,000 Places to See Before You Die' author lives for travel
DALLAS - Ever since her family's clunky station wagon pulled out of their upstate New York driveway when she was 4 and headed to the beaches of Atlantic City, Patricia Schultz has been hooked on travel. (Sun, 15 Jul 2007 07:34:09 GMT)
Latest executive perk: limits on business travel
Rich Gee was deep into negotiations with a prospective employer for an executive marketing job when he dropped a small bomb: Could the company, he asked, be flexible on travel? -- code for reducing business trips. (Mon, 16 Jul 2007 06:49:19 GMT)
Qstarz BT-Q1000 Double 32 Bluetooth GPS Travel Recorder
Digital Reviews reports about the new Qstarz BT-Q1000 Double 32 Bluetooth GPS Travel Recorder. Quote: "The special red POI button on top of the unit allows you to instantly record your position. (Mon, 16 Jul 2007 09:25:49 GMT)
British Travel Health Association (PJ, 6 October 2001, p469)
The last decade has seen an enormous growth in travel abroad by people living in the United Kingdom, and the destinations to which UK travellers go have become ever more exotic (writes Dr Mike Townend). (Mon, 16 Jul 2007 11:19:29 GMT)
Thomas Cook to launch travel portal
Pandey will be responsible for redesigning and setting up of the TCIL’s travel portal. The proposed TCIL’s travel portal will be a virtual one-stop-travel-shop that will allow customers to choose from its complete range of travel solutions. (Mon, 16 Jul 2007 11:45:34 GMT)
Government regulation would take air travel from bad to worse
Business Traveler column: You hate the airlines so much that even the prospect of another government regulatory body seems palatable. Still, logic indicates that re-regulating the airlines won't help because the bureaucrats are dumber than the self-aggrandizing fools who run the Big Six airlines. (Mon, 16 Jul 2007 11:57:05 GMT)
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