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Telegraph Travel Awards 2007
The US is out and a mixture of the reassuringly familiar and the beguilingly exotic is in. Charles Starmer-Smith analyses our readers' choices for this year's Telegraph Travel Awards (Sat, 01 Dec 2007 00:48:41 GMT)
Travel
Six recent travel books that traffic in ambitiousness, intrigue and mercenary sex. (Sat, 01 Dec 2007 05:50:38 GMT)
City committee rejects proposed travel limits
The city's legal and finance committee on Wednesday rejected a proposal to limit the number of council members who can travel out of state at the same time. (Sat, 01 Dec 2007 06:51:11 GMT)
A new wave for travel fans
Danny Ricciotti knows where to find the finest barbecue in Lima, Peru. The Purdue University student wasn't tipped to the Pachamanca, as it's known, by a Lonely Planet travel book or a hotel lobby's information kiosk. He contacted a stranger through a Web site and asked to crash on his couch. (Sat, 01 Dec 2007 07:05:30 GMT)
Philippines' Arroyo to make state visit to Spain, travel to France and Britain
Philippine President Gloria Macapagal Arroyo was set to fly Saturday to Europe, where she will make a state visit to Spain and travel to France and Britain, officials said. (Sat, 01 Dec 2007 07:19:00 GMT)
Holiday travel diet (losing weight not the goal)
This unique nine-day diet is only for people in reasonable health who travel long distances by automobile to visit friends and relatives for the holidays. Nutritional adequacy is not guaranteed. Weight results vary widely. Day 1: Get up at 5 a.m. (Sat, 01 Dec 2007 08:09:59 GMT)
Travel retail needs more space for premium brands
01 December 2007 DUBAI -- Industry players yesterday stressed the need for "responsible retailing" and to increase their business space to accommodate the rising number of travel retail consumers, who are mostly going for premium brands. (Sat, 01 Dec 2007 08:46:44 GMT)
Philippines: Arroyo To Make State Visit To Spain, Travel To France And Britain
MANILA, PHILIPPINES: Philippine President Gloria Macapagal Arroyo was set to fly Saturday (1 Dec) to Europe, where she will make a state visit to Spain and travel to France and Britain, officials said. (Sat, 01 Dec 2007 09:38:50 GMT)
Tryouts Sunday for Waukegan travel teams
Tryouts for the Waukegan Baseball Association's age 9-under, 11-under and 14-under travel teams will be held on Sunday in the main gym at Waukegan High on Brookside. (Sat, 01 Dec 2007 10:18:14 GMT)
Answering your travel questions
I'm tired of spending on single supplements. How can I save when I travel alone? (Sun, 02 Dec 2007 05:01:34 GMT)
AIR TRAVEL BECOMES COSTLIER
AIR TRAVEL BECOMES COSTLIER (Sun, 02 Dec 2007 06:16:00 GMT)
Travel Briefs
Travel books take (Sun, 02 Dec 2007 08:35:55 GMT)
Philippines' Arroyo to make state visit to Spain, travel to France and Britain
MANILA (AP): Philippine President Gloria Macapagal Arroyo was set to fly Saturday to Europe, where she will make a state visit to Spain and travel to France and Britain, officials said. (Sun, 02 Dec 2007 08:37:42 GMT)
New books for 2008 travel plans
NEW YORK -- It's time to start thinking about travel in 2008, and several new books are out to guide you around the world. (Sun, 02 Dec 2007 10:26:21 GMT)
TRAVEL TIP OF THE WEEK: Buzz off
Before traveling in buggy or malarial areas, treat all pants and shirts with Permethrin (available in a concentrate from travel-supply companies). Dilute it in a spray bottle, spritz it on the clothes, and let them dry. (Never spray it directly on your skin.) The treatment lasts through six washings. (Sun, 02 Dec 2007 10:27:01 GMT)
3 Travel Cafe outlets to open
MANILA, Philippines--THE DEPARTMENT of Tourism announced three new branches of Travel Café Philippines would be opened in Makati and Pasay to serve as showcase operations for investors interested in this pioneering concept. (Sun, 02 Dec 2007 10:49:54 GMT)
Are You Spending too Much on Holiday Travel?
(ARA) - AAA estimates that 38.3 million Americans will travel 50 miles or more from home this holiday season, a 2.7 percent increase from last year. Of this, 4.8 million will travel by plane. This means millions of people spending top dollar for choice airline seats. (Sun, 02 Dec 2007 11:09:32 GMT)
As travel costs change, prepare to be stung by fees
It's getting tougher and tougher to figure out the true cost of your travel components, including airfares, car rentals and hotel stays. (Sun, 02 Dec 2007 12:11:18 GMT)
Kerala travel agents criticise proposed airport terminal
Thiruvananthapuram, Dec 2 (IANS) The Kerala Association of Travel Agents (KATA) has alleged that the new international airport terminal here, to be completed next year, would have fewer facilities than the existing one. (Sun, 02 Dec 2007 14:06:37 GMT)
QR staff's overseas travel bills released
Queensland Rail staff spent $139,000 on overseas travel in the first three months of the financial year. (Mon, 03 Dec 2007 09:13:00 GMT)
OSU fans clamber to plan travel to game
The Ohio State football team's traveling fans finally know their bowl game -- and not a day too soon for local travel agents who are scrambling to find and book packages to the BCS Championship Game in New Orleans. (Mon, 03 Dec 2007 10:53:42 GMT)
Best travel books for Christmas
Travel: Rory MacLean picks the best of this year's travel writing (Mon, 03 Dec 2007 12:31:46 GMT)
Amadeus-commissioned study identifies new growth opportunities for the Saudi travel sector
A recent study commissioned by Amadeus, the global leader in technology and distribution solutions for the travel and tourism industry, revealed that travel agencies in the Middle East will soon have to re-engineer their operations to achieve long term sustainability. (Mon, 03 Dec 2007 12:34:36 GMT)
Universal Travel Group Acquires Majority Ownership of Tianjin Golden Dragon
Universal Travel Group (OTCBB:UTVG), a fast growing travel service provider in China, announced today that it has completed the acquisition of 90% of the outstanding capital stock of Tianjin Golden Dragon for US $7,889,000, of which $3,600,000 will be paid in cash and $4,289,000 will be satisfied by the issuance of 1,053,800 shares of Universal Travel stock. (Mon, 03 Dec 2007 13:48:00 GMT)
Amadeus identifies new growth opportunities for the Saudi travel sector
Amadeus identifies new growth opportunities for the Saudi travel sector (Mon, 03 Dec 2007 14:01:35 GMT)
Universal Travel Group To Restate Previously Issued Q3 '07 Financial Statements
Universal Travel Group (OTCBB:UTVG), a fast growing travel services provider in China, announced today that it will restate its previously issued third quarter financial statements to report the revenues of the company's subsidiary, Shanghai Lanbao, on a commission based revenue recognition method as opposed to the transaction-based method originally used in preparing the third quarter financials. (Mon, 03 Dec 2007 14:15:00 GMT)
Are You Spending too Much on Holiday Travel?
(ARA) - AAA estimates that 38.3 million Americans will travel 50 miles or more from home this holiday season, a 2.7 percent increase from last year. Of this, 4.8 million will travel by plane. This means millions of people spending top dollar for choice airline seats. (Mon, 03 Dec 2007 14:27:12 GMT)
Air travel with serious lung disease can be safe
People with emphysema and other serious lung diseases can safely travel by airplane, but they should be evaluated by their doctor beforehand, according to researchers. (Mon, 03 Dec 2007 15:39:47 GMT)
Continental Announces Carbon Offsetting Program With Sustainable Travel International
Continental Airlines , the world's fifth largest airline, today announced that it has launched a carbon offsetting program, developed in partnership with non-profit Sustainable Travel International. (Mon, 03 Dec 2007 15:47:00 GMT)
Literary, theater themes in travel books
Three new travel books offer interesting perspectives on destinations and their connections to theater and literature. (Mon, 03 Dec 2007 19:23:47 GMT)
Travel Agents Selling Out Of Sugar Bowl Packages
Travel agents on Monday quickly sold out of New Orleans tour packages for the Sugar Bowl, where the University of Hawaii football team will play on New Year's Day. (Tue, 04 Dec 2007 03:02:04 GMT)
Business travel costs expected to rise 6% next year
It's getting repetitive: Business travel costs will rise next year. According to the American Express Global Business Travel Forecast, the average cost of a domestic business trip including airfare, lodging and car rental costs will rise 6% in 2008 to $1,110. The average cost of an international business trip will rise nearly 7% to $3,171. (Tue, 04 Dec 2007 06:47:29 GMT)
Holiday Travel Tips
Millions of people will be hitting the road, air, and the tracks this holiday season... If you are planning to be one of those, we've got some tips for you this morning to make your get away easy. Cathy Silemgo from Andrew Pierce Travel in Warner Robins says first, if you are planning to take a trip, buy your airline, bus, or train ticket now. She says the closer it gets to the ... (Tue, 04 Dec 2007 13:11:14 GMT)
American Express Business Travel Announces Results of 2007 China Business Travel Survey
American Express Business Travel today announced the results of its 2007 China Business Travel Survey (The Barometer) at the third American Express China Business Travel Forum (CBTF). Fifty-three percent of companies surveyed expect an increase of business travel expenses in 2008, due to an increase in the development of business and trade in China and within Asia Pacific. (Tue, 04 Dec 2007 13:30:00 GMT)
American Express Business Travel Announces Results of 2007 China Business Travel Survey
American Express ( Nachrichten / Aktienkurs ) Business Travel today announced the results of its 2007 China Business Travel Survey (The Barometer) at the third American Express China Business Travel Forum (CBTF). Fifty-three percent of companies surveyed expect an increase of business travel expenses in 2008, due to an increase in the development of business and trade in China and within Asia ... (Tue, 04 Dec 2007 13:53:39 GMT)
State Police Urge Against Travel
Vermont State Police say all unnecessary travel is discouraged. (Tue, 04 Dec 2007 14:33:17 GMT)
Travel advisory: OSU Buckeye fans should book early
Area travel agencies are offering travel packages for the Ohio State Buckeyes game, but warn people to book early. The Buckeyes will face Louisiana State University on Jan. 7, in New Orleans for a shot at the national championship. (Tue, 04 Dec 2007 15:17:11 GMT)
Top travel behaviours that irritate
Who knew the typical quiet Canadian, could be irritating and intolerant? Travelocity.ca has completed a survey that reveals top travel behaviours that drive Canucks crazy. And it starts at the airport. (Tue, 04 Dec 2007 16:03:35 GMT)
Pistons travel to Atlanta
Pistons travel to Atlanta (Tue, 04 Dec 2007 16:05:36 GMT)
TRAVEL DIVA: The 12 Days of Travel Dilemmas, Part 1
The Twelve Days of Travel Dilemmas has to start with a hard one. Here it is, and be sure to check back between now and Christmas for all 12 hard questions. (Wed, 05 Dec 2007 08:53:00 GMT)
Attend travel and climate change conference for free
European Online Travel Market Report 2007 - US Online Travel Report 2007 - Asia Pacific Online Travel Report 2007... Experts and industry innovators present the technology that can maximise your sales and boost your profits. (Wed, 05 Dec 2007 10:32:56 GMT)
Teacher/astronaut answers space travel questions for Williamsville pupils
Pupils at Williamsville’s Mill Middle School got a chance Tuesday to ask astronaut Barbara Morgan anything they have ever wondered about space travel. (Wed, 05 Dec 2007 12:05:24 GMT)
Mansfield school board reviews new conference, travel policy
MANSFIELD -- The Mansfield City Schools Board of Education got its first look Tuesday at a proposed four-page policy governing reimbursement to district employees for conference fees and work-related travel expenses. (Wed, 05 Dec 2007 12:16:40 GMT)
Snowfall creates difficult travel, cancellations
Associated Press - December 5, 2007 7:35 AM ET A snowy night across Wisconsin is making travel difficult this morning and causing cancellations and delays. (Wed, 05 Dec 2007 12:35:06 GMT)
Snowfall creates difficult travel, cancellations
A snowy night across Wisconsin is making travel difficult this morning and causing cancellations and delays. Nearly six inches of snow fell in Madison. Milwaukee got more than four inches. (Wed, 05 Dec 2007 12:47:07 GMT)
South Africa: Travel Mag Now On TV
Wegbreek has made its television début with a regular slot on kykNET's new travel series, Reise en Soetkyse. The title has exclusivity in terms of magazines receiving exposure on the show. (Wed, 05 Dec 2007 13:10:19 GMT)
Personnel Committee updates travel policy
The Washington County Personnel Committee updated the policies regarding business travel Tuesday in an effort to cut down on unnecessary paperwork and expenses. (Northwest Arkansas Times) (Wed, 05 Dec 2007 13:12:54 GMT)
Luxury travel goes green but long flights still favoured
From Robinson Crusoe wilderness retreats in the Seychelles to high-design eco-lodges in Chile, luxury travel is pushing to go green, but big spenders are still hot on fossil-fuel-powered air travel. (Wed, 05 Dec 2007 13:39:18 GMT)
Microbes can make inter-continental travel and survive for centuries, confirms study
Washington, Dec 5 : Scientists have confirmed that microbes can travel thousands of miles across continents by attaching themselves to dust particles. (Wed, 05 Dec 2007 16:19:48 GMT)
Travel proposal unveiled for Ashland District
With an emphasis on keeping motorized routes available for hunters, the Custer National Forest has unveiled its proposal for managing travel in the Ashland Ranger District in southeastern Montana. (Thu, 06 Dec 2007 09:27:11 GMT)
Belkin Wireless-G Travel Router
The Belkin Wireless-G Travel Router combines great design and support, a low price, and decent performance, making it an obvious choice for business travelers who need Wi-Fi connectivity. © 2007 CNET Networks, Inc. All rights reserved. Used by permission. (Thu, 06 Dec 2007 09:37:14 GMT)
Cathay Pacific Orders 8 Airbus A330s on Asia Travel (Update1)
Dec. 6 (Bloomberg) -- Cathay Pacific Airways Ltd., Hong Kong's largest carrier, ordered eight Airbus SAS A330 aircraft because of rising travel demand in China and the rest of Asia. (Thu, 06 Dec 2007 10:35:12 GMT)
Cathay Pacific Orders 8 Airbus A330s on Asia Travel (Update2)
Dec. 6 (Bloomberg) -- Cathay Pacific Airways Ltd., Hong Kong's largest carrier, ordered eight Airbus SAS A330 aircraft because of rising travel demand in China and the rest of Asia. (Thu, 06 Dec 2007 11:50:12 GMT)
TRAVEL DIVA: The 12 Days of Travel Dilemmas, Part 2
OK, folks, the Travel Diva's Twelve Days of Travel Dilemmas gets harder. Here's today's question. Be sure to check back between now and Christmas as we post all 12 dilemmas. (Thu, 06 Dec 2007 13:32:42 GMT)
3 Israeli journalists probed over travel to enemy states
The Israel Police recently interrogated three Israeli journalists suspected of unauthorized travel to an enemy state, following visits to Syria and Lebanon. (Thu, 06 Dec 2007 13:51:02 GMT)
South Africa: Travel Title On Nostalgic Trip
Afrikaans travel magazine Wegbreek has adopted a new payoff line and matt cover and pages. (Thu, 06 Dec 2007 14:06:16 GMT)
Are You Spending too Much on Holiday Travel?
(ARA) - AAA estimates that 38.3 million Americans will travel 50 miles or more from home this holiday season, a 2.7 percent increase from last year. Of this, 4.8 million will travel by plane. This means millions of people spending top dollar for choice airline seats. (Thu, 06 Dec 2007 14:25:34 GMT)
Aitzaz to travel on ‘judicial bus’ for restoration of deposed judges
ISLAMABAD: Supreme Court Bar Association (SCBA) President Barrister Aitzaz Ahsan is planning to travel across Pakistan on a “judicial bus” to campaign for the restoration of judiciary to a pre-November 3 status after his release from house arrest, Daily Times has learnt. (Thu, 06 Dec 2007 14:56:09 GMT)
Delta Air Lines Sponsors City Navigaytour Gay and Lesbian Travel Guides
PHILADELPHIA----Altus Group welcomes Delta Air Lines , the airline that serves more worldwide destinations than any other carrier, as a national sponsor of the City Navigaytour. Delta is the first major airline to support the travel guide, which is written specifically for gay and lesbian tourists, as part of its commitment to diversity. (Thu, 06 Dec 2007 15:22:00 GMT)
My Sinchew/ My Travel
Six friends have come together to put up a photo exhibition in Petaling Jaya entitled En Route to display works they capture in places travelled to or on their way, be it locally or abroad. But it is not travel photography. (Fri, 07 Dec 2007 07:47:52 GMT)
Air travel to subcontinent gets costlier
Air travel to subcontinent gets costlier (Fri, 07 Dec 2007 08:01:46 GMT)
Revised passport laws for land and sea travel set for 2008
UT geology students and their professors travel south on a regular basis to study Mexico's natural springs, but not without their passports. (Fri, 07 Dec 2007 08:48:08 GMT)
Franklin County adopts new travel rules
MALONE -- Franklin County legislators adopted a new travel policy Thursday that requires them to record exact odometer readings, just the same as all other county employees. (Fri, 07 Dec 2007 10:27:28 GMT)
Kicking the seat rudest travel behavior: poll
If you're headed to an airport this holiday season, expect your fellow travelers to be more naughty than nice, travel experts said. (Fri, 07 Dec 2007 11:33:31 GMT)
Travel Troubleshooter: A changing rate at the inn
Cheryl McClure reserves a room at the Hampton Inn in Asheville, North Carolina, and is offered an $81-a-night rate. Then the hotel has second thoughts and changes the rate to $149 a night. Can it do that? And what, if anything, does a "confirmed" rate mean? Should McClure cancel her hotel stay, or can the Hampton Inn be persuaded to honor its first rate? (Fri, 07 Dec 2007 15:14:21 GMT)
The Secret to Holiday Travel Savings
(ARA) - AAA estimates that 38.3 million Americans will travel 50 miles or more from home this holiday season, a 2.7 percent increase from last year. Of this, 4.8 million will travel by plane. This means millions of people spending top dollar for choice airline seats. (Fri, 07 Dec 2007 15:41:22 GMT)
Sector Glance: Online Travel Mixed
Shares of online travel companies traded mixed Friday, with Orbitz Worldwide Inc. rising a bit after a Banc of America Securities analyst initiated coverage of the stock with a "Neutral" rating and $10 price target. (Fri, 07 Dec 2007 21:14:10 GMT)
Travel Picks: Top 10 converted hotels in Europe
From former lighthouses to theaters to water towers, travelers and editors from online travel community TripAdvisor have come up with a list of the top 10 converted hotels in Europe. (Fri, 07 Dec 2007 21:25:30 GMT)
Court issues arrest warrant for director of travel company
KUALA LUMPUR: A travel agency director, who was to have been charged in court for allegedly misusing the company’s funds of about RM3mil, was slapped with a warrant yesterday. (Fri, 07 Dec 2007 23:50:39 GMT)
Travel agent jailed
ANGELES CITY -- A former manager of the Wild Orchid Travel and Tours along Fields Avenue was detained sans bail at the Angeles City District Jail on charges of qualified theft filed by her former employer. (Sat, 08 Dec 2007 07:20:04 GMT)
Top U.S. officials set to travel to China next week for trade talks
U.S. Trade Representative Susan C. Schwab and Commerce Secretary Carlos M. Gutierrez will travel to Beijing next week for trade talks with their Chinese counterparts, said a government statement released here on Friday. (Sat, 08 Dec 2007 07:25:27 GMT)
Ball State bowl game travel package available
MUNCIE -- Ball State has put together a travel package for fans who want to attend the Cardinals' football bowl game against Rutgers. The teams will play at noon on Jan. 5 in the International Bowl at Rogers Centre in Toronto. (Sat, 08 Dec 2007 08:24:12 GMT)
South Florida: FAU offers travel packages to bowl
Florida Atlantic University is offering travel packages to those who want to root for the Owls at the New Orleans Bowl. (Sat, 08 Dec 2007 11:23:50 GMT)
The Secret to Holiday Travel Savings
(ARA) - AAA estimates that 38.3 million Americans will travel 50 miles or more from home this holiday season, a 2.7 percent increase from last year. Of this, 4.8 million will travel by plane. This means millions of people spending top dollar for choice airline seats. (Sat, 08 Dec 2007 14:54:28 GMT)
Perking up business travel
How do you make a good travel experience out of a business trip? There may be times when quick and efficient transfers and check-ins are what is most important from a excursion, but with the holiday season almost upon us, even the most hardened road warriors will be forgiven for thinking more about winding down for the year than business. (Sat, 08 Dec 2007 16:21:38 GMT)
How air travel took off
Think air travel is a hassle? Try this route: a night train from New York to Columbus, Ohio; then a bumpy plane ride... (Sun, 09 Dec 2007 05:45:28 GMT)
Travel costs may take off
According to the American Express Global Business Travel Forecast, the average cost of a domestic business trip -- including airfare, lodging and car rental -- will rise 6 percent in 2008 to $1,110. The international business trip will average nearly 7 percent more, or $3,171. (Sun, 09 Dec 2007 07:55:33 GMT)
Travel gurus' gift suggestions
Here are some recommendations from experts across the travel industry, from cruise specialists and Web site editors to a Delta Air Lines flight attendant. (Retail prices may vary.) FOR THE TRIP (Sun, 09 Dec 2007 08:42:54 GMT)
Amadeus introduces specialized solution for single-site travel agencies in UAE
Amadeus, a global leader in technology and distribution solutions for the travel and tourism industry, today launched the Amadeus Professional Package, a solution designed to address the specific needs of the independent travel agencies in the UAE. (Sun, 09 Dec 2007 09:19:14 GMT)
OSU fans offered BCS travel options
Premiere Sports Travel and Skybus Airlines are providing travel options for... (Sun, 09 Dec 2007 09:52:57 GMT)
Are You Spending too Much on Holiday Travel?
(ARA) - AAA estimates that 38.3 million Americans will travel 50 miles or more from home this holiday season, a 2.7 percent increase from last year. Of this, 4.8 million will travel by plane. This means millions of people spending top dollar for choice airline seats. (Sun, 09 Dec 2007 10:09:34 GMT)
Agencies struggle to make travel deals
Finding tickets to this year's Sugar Bowl has been tough for some University of Hawaii fans. Making travel arrangements has been even harder. Hawaii residents hoping to score tickets were lucky enough last week if they were willing to pay top dollar. (Sun, 09 Dec 2007 11:52:06 GMT)
TRAVEL BRIEFS
Best rates for spring break might already be gone A survey of travel agents found that 53 percent say spring break plans should have been made "a month ago or earlier" to get the best rates. Only 2 percent said spring break planners have until the end of December to get the best rates. (Sun, 09 Dec 2007 13:33:23 GMT)
Look for additional vacation travel photos here on Kentucky.com
Look for additional vacation travel photos here on Kentucky.com. We'll add a new set of vacation photographs to the Web site every two weeks. Want to be part of this? Send us a picture of you and the Herald-Leader and tell us where you are. You must include your name, address and daytime phone number. E-mail it to vacationphotos@herald-leader.com (it should be in JPEG format, at least 3 MB ... (Sun, 09 Dec 2007 16:26:43 GMT)
TRAVEL DIVA: The 12 Days of Travel Dilemmas, Part 3
The Travel Diva's Twelve Days of Travel Dilemmas gets tougher. Here's your question today. Be sure to check back between now and Christmas as we post all 12 dilemmas. (Mon, 10 Dec 2007 08:49:47 GMT)
Governor's Travel "Secrets" Criticized
 A new LA Times investigation is revealing what Governor Schwarzenegger does not like people knowing. The report is detailing just how much it costs for the Governor to travel. (Mon, 10 Dec 2007 13:08:29 GMT)
Universal Travel Group Appoints New Director
Universal Travel Group (OTCBB:UTVG), a fast growing travel services provider in China specializing in packaged tours, air ticketing, hotel reservation and air cargo transportation, announced today the appointment of James Treacy as an independent board of director for UTVG. (Mon, 10 Dec 2007 13:48:00 GMT)
Odien Group Buys 98% Of Czech Travel Company Cedok
PRAGUE -(Dow Jones)- Private equity company Odien Group said Monday it has bought 98% of Cedok AS, the largest Czech travel company, from closely-held Unimex Group AS. (Mon, 10 Dec 2007 14:12:02 GMT)
TRAVEL: Submit questions for Tom's 10 a.m. chat
Post-Dispatch travel writer Tom Uhlenbrock specializes in Midwest travel but likes to swap tips about anywhere he's been. Looking for the most scenic float or a romantic weekend getaway? Ask Tom what's new and what's affordable. (Mon, 10 Dec 2007 14:25:57 GMT)
Are You Spending too Much on Holiday Travel?
(ARA) - AAA estimates that 38.3 million Americans will travel 50 miles or more from home this holiday season, a 2.7 percent increase from last year. Of this, 4.8 million will travel by plane. This means millions of people spending top dollar for choice airline seats. (Mon, 10 Dec 2007 15:08:01 GMT)
Travel Industry Veteran Joins Linear Air as Chief Strategist
Linear Air, the leading air-taxi service that is transforming regional air travel by providing affordable (Mon, 10 Dec 2007 15:34:18 GMT)
Tyler Brûlé: Haneda Airport leads top 50 travel poll
Tyler Brûlé's year-end, top 50 list focusing on the best in travel leads with Haneka Airport in Tokyo. In second place was Carmignani bed linen at the Hôtel des Bergues, Geneva. (Mon, 10 Dec 2007 15:52:07 GMT)
Millions set off for Thanksgiving travel
Some 38 million people are expected to travel at least 50 miles from home Wednesday, according to AAA. (Mon, 10 Dec 2007 15:52:48 GMT)
Cancun Recognized as Top Destination for Holiday Travel by Orbitz and Travelocity
Recent bookings from the top online travel site Travelocity reveal Cancun as the number one international destination for holiday travel, outranking London, Cabo, Jamaica, and the Bahamas, among others. (Mon, 10 Dec 2007 15:52:52 GMT)
Teddy row leads to travel review
The Foreign Office will review its advice on travel to Muslim states after the jailing of a UK teacher in Sudan. (Tue, 11 Dec 2007 09:23:59 GMT)
Dems, gay-rights groups protest new HIV/AIDS travel rule
On World AIDS Day last month the White House said new rules would make it easier soon for people with HIV/AIDS to travel to the United States. Democratic lawmakers and gay rights groups are complaining that the regulations proposed by the Homeland Security Department could actually create more barriers. (Tue, 11 Dec 2007 09:26:23 GMT)
Japan, China May Start Haneda, Beijing Flights, Cutting Travel
Dec. 11 (Bloomberg) -- Japan and China may start flights from airports in Tokyo and Beijing that are closer to the capitals' centers to reduce travel times, according to a statement on the Japanese transport ministry's Web site. (Tue, 11 Dec 2007 09:39:31 GMT)
New travel guide to focus on canals in New York
A new educational travel guide to the canals of New York will be available in the spring, thanks to a partnership among Canal New York, Canal Society of New York State, Visit Rochester, and the Erie Canalway National Heritage Corridor. (Tue, 11 Dec 2007 10:24:31 GMT)
Pittsburgh named top travel destination
Not only is Pittsburgh America's "most livable" city, it was recognized yesterday as a top travel destination. (Tue, 11 Dec 2007 14:07:48 GMT)
The Secret to Holiday Travel Savings
(ARA) - AAA estimates that 38.3 million Americans will travel 50 miles or more from home this holiday season, a 2.7 percent increase from last year. Of this, 4.8 million will travel by plane. This means millions of people spending top dollar for choice airline seats. (Tue, 11 Dec 2007 14:23:45 GMT)
French rail offering hip personalised travel
E-tickets, on-board DVD rentals, events, and even new encounters -- French rail's new iDTGV trains are testing a new way of travel. (Tue, 11 Dec 2007 15:25:29 GMT)
SuperSonics travel to Windy City
SuperSonics travel to Windy City (Tue, 11 Dec 2007 15:51:06 GMT)
Ryanair Will Buy More Planes Should Air Travel Slump (Update1)
Dec. 11 (Bloomberg) -- Ryanair Holdings Plc, Europe's biggest discount carrier, said it will react to any slump in demand for air travel by purchasing new planes. (Tue, 11 Dec 2007 15:53:24 GMT)
Lawmakers, Gay Activists Protest HIV/AIDS Travel Rules
On World AIDS Day last month the White House said new rules would make it easier soon for people with HIV/AIDS to travel to the United States. (Tue, 11 Dec 2007 16:11:05 GMT)
Lawmakers protest HIV/AIDS travel rule
On World AIDS Day last month the White House said new rules would soon make it easier for people with HIV/AIDS to travel to the United States. Democratic lawmakers and gay rights groups are complaining that the regulations proposed by the Homeland Security Department could actually create more barriers. (Tue, 11 Dec 2007 18:54:22 GMT)
Ryanair Will Buy More Planes Should Air Travel Slump (Update2)
Dec. 11 (Bloomberg) -- Ryanair Holdings Plc, Europe's biggest discount carrier, said it will react to any slump in demand for air travel by purchasing new planes. (Wed, 12 Dec 2007 08:34:48 GMT)
TRAVEL DIVA: The 12 Days of Travel Dilemmas -- Part 4
The Travel Diva's Twelve Days of Travel Dilemmas gets harder. Here's today's question. Be sure to check back between now and Christmas as we post all 12 dilemmas. (Wed, 12 Dec 2007 08:51:45 GMT)
Travel gadget
Need a last-minute holiday gift idea for the globetrotter in your life? The World Explorer Ring is the brainchild of a couple from Hawaii who love to travel and wanted more than a souvenir to symbolize their wanderlust. (Wed, 12 Dec 2007 10:07:02 GMT)
No travel plea to ticketless fans
Cleveland police ask Boro fans not to travel down to the Derby match unless they have tickets. (Wed, 12 Dec 2007 11:02:48 GMT)
Judge denies rapper's request to travel
A state court judge has denied a request by a rapper known as C-Murder to travel out of state before his trial on a murder charge. The rapper, whose real name is Corey Miller, is charged with second-degree murder in the 2002 death of a fan who was shot during a fight at a now-closed club in Harvey. (Wed, 12 Dec 2007 13:19:02 GMT)
Judge denies rapper's request to travel
Associated Press - December 12, 2007 8:34 AM ET GRETNA, La. (AP) - A state court judge has denied a request by a rapper known as C-Murder to travel out of state before his trial on a murder... (Wed, 12 Dec 2007 13:32:45 GMT)
Judge Denies C-Murder's Holiday Travel
GRETNA, La. -- A state court judge has denied a request by a rapper known as C-Murder to travel out of state before his trial on a murder charge. (Wed, 12 Dec 2007 15:18:17 GMT)
Are You Spending too Much on Holiday Travel?
(ARA) - AAA estimates that 38.3 million Americans will travel 50 miles or more from home this holiday season, a 2.7 percent increase from last year. Of this, 4.8 million will travel by plane. This means millions of people spending top dollar for choice airline seats. (Wed, 12 Dec 2007 15:55:50 GMT)
Call 3 Problem Solvers: Check Travel Insurance Plan Before Purchasing
Before you buy a travel insurance plan, make sure you know what it will and will not cover. (Thu, 13 Dec 2007 04:40:28 GMT)
PGA Professionals' Guide to Travel to debut on PGA.com in January
The new online presence will both promote the travel acumen of PGA members and help golfers learn about many destinations. (Thu, 13 Dec 2007 06:18:20 GMT)
TUI Travel Posts Annual Profit After Goodwill Costs Last Year
Dec. 13 (Bloomberg) -- TUI Travel Plc, Europe's largest tourism company, reported an annual profit, recovering from a loss last year when goodwill charges cut earnings. (Thu, 13 Dec 2007 07:23:34 GMT)
TUI Travel Says Sales This Year `Strong' on Long-Haul (Update1)
Dec. 13 (Bloomberg) -- TUI Travel Plc, Europe's largest tourism company, said sales so far this year are ``strong,'' with bookings in the U.K. and Scandinavia gaining on demand for long-haul trips to destinations such as Thailand. (Thu, 13 Dec 2007 08:23:39 GMT)
Air travel easier 'except for disabled'
Increased competition has made air travel both cheaper and easier for travellers except Australia's disabled, a new report states. (Thu, 13 Dec 2007 12:46:12 GMT)
Heed safety tips to travel winter weather
With winter weather expected this weekend, here's some travel tips to keep you safe: (Thu, 13 Dec 2007 14:12:50 GMT)
The Secret to Holiday Travel Savings
(ARA) - AAA estimates that 38.3 million Americans will travel 50 miles or more from home this holiday season, a 2.7 percent increase from last year. Of this, 4.8 million will travel by plane. This means millions of people spending top dollar for choice airline seats. (Thu, 13 Dec 2007 14:26:03 GMT)
Sheriff issues travel advisory
The Grand Forks County Sheriff's department issued a travel advisory for Grand Forks County at 7 a.m. today. (Thu, 13 Dec 2007 15:23:53 GMT)
Travel Distribution Latin America & the Caribbean Summit 2008
This unique event will offer the best from Mexico and the most important Latin American and Caribbean countries making travel business in this region. Leading online travel industry experts will show you how to profit from cutting-edge solutions that are guaranteed to generate additional revenue. (Thu, 13 Dec 2007 16:17:55 GMT)
TUI Travel Says It Will Meet Forecasts
Britain's TUI Travel PLC said Thursday it expects to meet analysts' forecasts for full-year earnings. "As we approach the key booking period for both winter and summer 2008, we are encouraged by our performance to date and the ongoing level of demand for our portfolio of package and specialist holidays," the company said in a statement. (Thu, 13 Dec 2007 16:22:45 GMT)
WorldMate Mobile Travel Services Now Free for Windows Mobile Professional Pocket PC Smartphones
WorldMate, Inc., the leading provider of mobile travel services for the road warrior and frequent flier, announced today the launch of its mobile travel solution for Windows Mobile Professional Pocket PCs at no charge to road warriors. (Fri, 14 Dec 2007 11:16:24 GMT)
Are You Spending too Much on Holiday Travel?
(ARA) - AAA estimates that 38.3 million Americans will travel 50 miles or more from home this holiday season, a 2.7 percent increase from last year. Of this, 4.8 million will travel by plane. This means millions of people spending top dollar for choice airline seats. (Fri, 14 Dec 2007 14:10:32 GMT)
Travel Troubleshooter: No rain check from Hotwire
Jennifer Holland prepays for a hotel room on Hotwire.com. But a severe storm threatens to wash out her vacation. Holland wants the travel site to give her a rain check, but it won't, insisting its rooms are nonrefundable. She checks in, but finds her room is unusable. What, if anything, does Hotwire owe her? (Fri, 14 Dec 2007 14:15:20 GMT)
Elections Watchdog Wants Spending On Travel, Gifts Justified
California's elections watchdog wants assurances that politicians aren't tapping campaign funds to pay for personal travel, meals and gifts. (Fri, 14 Dec 2007 14:23:10 GMT)
Healthcare-Travel-Financial Services SMART CARDS - community blog from Michael Goldman
This is the second part of the topic, HEALTHCARE and TRAVEL as part of FINANCIAL SERVICES? . Specificially, I will dicuss the role of smart cards and EMV as a discussion point that was raised in my earlier blog: (Fri, 14 Dec 2007 14:39:22 GMT)
Taiwan offers incentives at Taipei Travel Fair
Taipei - In a move to boost its slow-growing tourism industry, Taiwan Friday unveiled a package of incentives to local and foreign travel agents at the 2007 Taipei Travel Fair. At the opening ceremony of the fair, Premier Chang Chun-hsiung said Taiwa... (Fri, 14 Dec 2007 15:10:57 GMT)
Travel Picks: Top 10 destinations for New Year's Eve
Fed up with sitting on the couch to watch the New Year's Eve ball in New York's Times Square drop on the stroke of midnight on December 31 or the Sydney Harbour Bridge explode in fireworks? (Fri, 14 Dec 2007 15:24:50 GMT)
Travel Agent Gets Supervision For Alleged False Purchases
A Des Plaines-based travel agent and Mt. Prospect resident was recently sentenced to two years of court supervision after taking money for tickets she never purchased, according to Des Plaines Police Commander Rich Roskuszka. (Fri, 14 Dec 2007 16:16:54 GMT)
Travel Picks: Top 10 destinations for New Year's Eve
Yahoo Travel has come up with a list of the top 10 New Year's Ever destinations based on hotel searches on its Web site by people who want to hit the road to ring in 2008. (Fri, 14 Dec 2007 16:21:19 GMT)
Winter storm makes travel dangerous in much of NY
ALBANY (AP) — A winter storm brought a mix of snow, sleet and freezing rain on Thursday, glazing roads and sidewalks with ice and making travel treacherous in parts of the state. (Fri, 14 Dec 2007 16:25:21 GMT)
Travel
Next summer, as Beijing hosts the Olympics, two million people are expected to visit China. Several travel books have arrived that might serve as useful primers. (Sat, 15 Dec 2007 03:07:17 GMT)
Top 10: Travel Guides
Top 10 travel guides of all-time While some of us like to head off into lands unknown without so much as a map or compass, most of us like to have a faint idea of where we’re heading. (Sat, 15 Dec 2007 05:19:26 GMT)
The Secret to Holiday Travel Savings
(ARA) - AAA estimates that 38.3 million Americans will travel 50 miles or more from home this holiday season, a 2.7 percent increase from last year. Of this, 4.8 million will travel by plane. This means millions of people spending top dollar for choice airline seats. (Sat, 15 Dec 2007 06:29:38 GMT)
Sidelines: Travel baseball team seeks players
A travel baseball team is looking for serious-minded players between the ages of 11 and 13 from the greater Chico area. (Sat, 15 Dec 2007 08:41:01 GMT)
Credit crisis hits travel firm Transat
MONTREAL–Global travel company Transat A.T. Inc. says its fourth-quarter profit dropped to $7.7 million, from a year-earlier $13.6 million, after one-time charges, including a loss provision for asset-backed commercial paper. (Sat, 15 Dec 2007 09:51:41 GMT)
Nigeria: U.S. Travel Now Made Easier With Delta's Direct Flight
Travel to the United States and beyond now will be even easier for customers travelling from Nigeria thanks to Delta Air Lines' new non-stop service between Lagos' Murtala Muhammed International Airport and Atlanta's Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport, launched Tuesday December 4. Delta is the only major US airline to operate daily non-stop service between Nigeria and the United States ... (Sat, 15 Dec 2007 10:27:01 GMT)
Storm warning says travel today instead of Sunday
With a potentially intense winter storm forecast to kick into gear late tonight, forecasters are advising the public to make all necessary weekend travel today. (Sat, 15 Dec 2007 12:02:20 GMT)
Travel : Air Tickets
Visitors look at a model of 'Bird's Nest,' the main stadium for the 2008 Beijing Olympics, during an international travel fair in Taipei. (AFP) The selling mantra Sales, marketing and customer service form an integral part of every business. (Sat, 15 Dec 2007 15:17:37 GMT)
Red-hot Musketeers travel to the desert to take on Sun Devils
Red-hot Musketeers travel to the desert to take on Sun Devils (Sat, 15 Dec 2007 15:44:30 GMT)
College of Idaho Men travel to Stanford
The College of Idaho men’s basketball team will play one of the highest-profile games in school history when the Coyotes travel to Division I Stanford on Sunday. (Sun, 16 Dec 2007 08:16:26 GMT)
Travel dreams in the pages of a book
It's time to start thinking about travel in 2008, and several new books are out to guide you around the world. "100 Greatest Trips," Travel... (Sun, 16 Dec 2007 08:40:09 GMT)
Holiday-travel survival guide
Taking a flight at Christmas-New Year? It's the second-busiest travel period of the year after Thanksgiving. Here are some tips on everything... (Sun, 16 Dec 2007 08:40:59 GMT)
Jumeirah triumphs again at World Travel Awards
Burj Al Arab, the world's most luxurious hotel, and Madinat Jumeirah: The Arabian Resort, both part of Dubai based luxury hospitality group Jumeirah, collected top accolades at the 14th annual World Travel Awards Gala Ceremony, held on the island of Proviciales in the Caribbean, last week. (Sun, 16 Dec 2007 10:23:24 GMT)
Travel guidebooks expand online presence
Outpaced by Web sites with user-generated content and recommendations, travel publications like Lonely Planet and Rough Guides are extending their brands to catch up. (Sun, 16 Dec 2007 10:28:09 GMT)
Israel to let 900 Gazans travel to Mecca pilgrimage
Israel agreed to let about 900 Gaza pilgrims travel through Israeli territory en route to a Muslim pilgrimage in Saudi Arabia, Palestinian and Israeli officials said. (Sun, 16 Dec 2007 11:19:42 GMT)
Storm kills 2, disrupts travel then moves east
A winter storm set its sights on the Northeast on Sunday, a day after snarling road and air travel and leaving at least two people dead when up to a foot of snow fell from the Plains across the Midwest. (Sun, 16 Dec 2007 15:06:28 GMT)
Unneccessary Travel Advisory Issued
The St. Lawrence County Sheriff's Department and Highway Department have issued a no unneccessary travel advisory in effect until further notice. (Sun, 16 Dec 2007 15:46:53 GMT)
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