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Sea travel suspended due to storm
MANILA, Philippines -- Sea travel to and from Manila, Bicol, and the Calabarzon regions has been suspended after storm signals were raised in these areas due to tropical storm “Pablo” (international codename: Higos), officials said. (Wed, 01 Oct 2008 06:58:23 GMT)
Pilot Corp. Changes Travel Center Ownership Partners
10/1/2008 CVC Capital Partners, a global private equity firm, will be acquiring a 47.5 percent interest in Pilot Travel Centers, forming an equal governance partnership with Pilot Corp., wholly owned by the Haslam family. (Wed, 01 Oct 2008 07:01:46 GMT)
Marblehead library to host travel seminar
MARBLEHEAD - Kim McGaughlin and Muffy Paquette of Simple Family Travel will visit the Abbot Public Library next Tuesday, Oct. 7 at 7 p.m. (Wed, 01 Oct 2008 07:23:57 GMT)
Kenya: 80 Travel Agents From Italy Arrive
At least 80 prominent travel agents from Italy on Tuesday arrived in Mombasa for a week's tour of the country. (Wed, 01 Oct 2008 08:08:18 GMT)
Ahead of the Bell: Marathon sells travel centers
Pilot Corp. will buy Marathon Oil Corp.'s 50 percent stake in Pilot Travel Centers for $700 million. Pilot Travel Centers, formed in 2001, operate more than 300 locations in 40 states and one in Ontario, Canada. (Wed, 01 Oct 2008 11:05:41 GMT)
Pilot buying Marathon's stake in travel centers
KNOXVILLE , Tenn. — Pilot Corp. said Tuesday it is purchasing Marathon Oil Corp.'s 50 percent stake in Pilot Travel Centers for $700 million. Pilot also announced it is taking on a private equity partner that will own nearly 50 percent of the Knoxville travel center and convenience store operator. (Wed, 01 Oct 2008 13:59:58 GMT)
D/FW Airport CEO defends travel policies
The chief executive of Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport defended the airport's travel policies Tuesday, but he said staff and board members should do a better job of documenting their travel expenses. (Wed, 01 Oct 2008 14:05:25 GMT)
Premarket roundup: Marathon sells travel centers, Borders Group faces deadline to sell company
October 1, 2008 - 10:05 a.m. KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Pilot Corp. will buy Marathon Oil Corp.'s 50 percent stake in Pilot Travel Centers for $700 million. (Wed, 01 Oct 2008 14:20:22 GMT)
Mtn Travel Symposium web-based workshops focus on 2008-09 outlook
The Mountain Travel Symposium is conducting a web-based workshop series designed for destination mountain travel and tourism industry professionals. (Wed, 01 Oct 2008 15:10:54 GMT)
Judge bars Fla. law on Cuba travel bond
A judge says a new Florida law requiring travel agents who book trips to Cuba to post a higher bond is likely unconstitutional and, for now, cannot be enforced. (Wed, 01 Oct 2008 16:17:40 GMT)
Federal judge bars Fla. law on Cuba travel bond
A Florida law that would make it more expensive for travel agents to book trips to Cuba is likely unconstitutional, a federal judge ruled Wednesday. (Wed, 01 Oct 2008 21:16:27 GMT)
Florida: Ruling on Travel Agent Bonds
A Florida law that would make it more expensive for travel agents to book trips to Cuba is probably unconstitutional, a federal judge ruled. (Thu, 02 Oct 2008 06:02:58 GMT)
Police travel 'must be kept free'
Union leaders warn against taking away free travel for police officers amid safety fears. (Thu, 02 Oct 2008 09:16:26 GMT)
Lost dog finds Fla. travel agency
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. (AP) - A golden retriever who was 400 miles from his Atlanta home booked a trip back by simply looking pathetic outside of a Florida travel agency. (Thu, 02 Oct 2008 13:16:48 GMT)
8 innovators who make travel better
Our annual look at companies going out of their way to make travel easier and more affordable during an especially trying time for trip-goers. (Thu, 02 Oct 2008 14:06:26 GMT)
Ministers' $3.2m travel bill
MINISTERS in the Rann Government have spent more than $3.2 million on overseas travel since the 2002 election, prompting renewed calls for more accountability on travel costs. (Thu, 02 Oct 2008 14:15:53 GMT)
Additional lanes closed on Innerbelt Bridge; travel tough for commuters
CLEVELAND -- If your travels take you in or out of downtown via the Innerbelt Bridge then you already know that travel is tough with the closure of lanes for inspections. Now more lanes and ramps have been shut down. (Thu, 02 Oct 2008 14:36:49 GMT)
Rice to travel to India to commemorate approval of US-India nuclear deal
WASHINGTON - Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice will travel to India on Friday to commemorate approval of a landmark U.S.-India nuclear cooperation accord. (Thu, 02 Oct 2008 15:00:51 GMT)
Rice to travel to India, Kazakhstan
US Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice will travel to India and Kazakhstan from Friday, including for talks in New Delhi about the landmark US-India civilian nuclear agreement passed by Congress, the State Department said Thursday. (Thu, 02 Oct 2008 15:25:58 GMT)
Rice to travel to India, Kazakhstan
US Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice will travel to India and Kazakhstan from Friday, including for talks in New Delhi about the landmark US-India civilian nuclear agreement passed by Congress, the State Department said Thursday. (Thu, 02 Oct 2008 15:56:12 GMT)
Moncrief requests internal audit of D/FW Airport travel policy
By BRYON OKADA D/FW AIRPORT — Fort Worth Mayor Mike Moncrief is asking for an internal audit of Dallas/Fort Worth Airport travel policy and administrative costs, including the use of credit cards and company cars. Moncrief’s request Thursday follows a series of stories broadcast on KTVT/Channel 11 regarding spending by the airport’s top executives and board members on first-class travel and ... (Fri, 03 Oct 2008 05:01:41 GMT)
"Travel meta search still has room to grow significantly in flights"
Lot of developments continue to take place in the travel meta-search engine category in the US. If last year search engines strengthened their Web 2.0 applications, in some cases via inorganic growth, this year the likes of Kayak and Mobissimo have come up with several new offerings. (Fri, 03 Oct 2008 07:46:12 GMT)
Keep log of work-related travel miles
Keep a detailed travel log of all your work-related miles you drive in your car. These miles are eligible for a tax deduction provided the travel is for work-related purposes and is above and beyond what you normally travel. (Fri, 03 Oct 2008 08:33:57 GMT)
Travel Picks: World's top 10 trekking vacations
For travelers who enjoy getting away from it all, online site for adventure travel iExplore has come up with a list of the world's top 10 hiking and trekking vacation spots. (Fri, 03 Oct 2008 11:00:56 GMT)
Manning's many miles: Says former bureaucrat to blame for travel-claim discrepancies
As an MHA, Fabian Manning charged taxpayers for 36,200 kilometres in private vehicle district travel during the six-month period prior to the 2003 election, sometimes appearing to claim - and being reimbursed for - miles before he even drove them, according to House of Assembly records. (Fri, 03 Oct 2008 11:13:17 GMT)
Charlton Athletic v Burnley - Supporters Club Travel
Supporters Club travel information to the Valley - Burnley Football Supporters' Club & Boundary Clarets (Fri, 03 Oct 2008 12:04:06 GMT)
Coventry City v Burnley - Supporters Club Travel
Supporters Club travel information to the Ricoh Arena - Burnley Football Supporters' Club & Boundary Clarets (Fri, 03 Oct 2008 12:04:16 GMT)
Parker Daedal Expands Long-Travel-Positioner Manufacturing Capabilities
New X-Mill machine shortens lead times for FPD and solar industry markets Rohnert Park, CA, August 29, 2008 - Parker's Electromechanical Automation Division, a leading supplier of motion control technology, announces an advanced manufacturing solution: the X-Mill. Located at the Parker Daedal facility in Irwin, PA, the X-Mill expands Parker's long-travel-positioner manufacturing capabilities, ... (Fri, 03 Oct 2008 12:44:06 GMT)
Travel health experts converge on Townsville
Travel health experts from around the world will be in Townsville this weekend to take part in an intensive three-day course at James Cook University. (Fri, 03 Oct 2008 22:25:00 GMT)
Luxury Travel Declines at British Airways
British Airways said first- and business-class travel fell 8.6 percent last month. (Sat, 04 Oct 2008 02:48:19 GMT)
Schools mull team travel costs, cuts
Rising travel costs might soon mean fewer trips around the state for high school athletic teams, but Cache County district and school administrators say the issue needs to be considered carefully before a choice is made. (Sat, 04 Oct 2008 05:42:21 GMT)
Keep log of work-related travel miles
Keep a detailed travel log of all your work-related miles you drive in your car. These miles are eligible for a tax deduction provided the travel is for work-related purposes and is above and beyond what you normally travel. (Sat, 04 Oct 2008 06:33:59 GMT)
A moving love story, with a time-travel chaser
In her remarkable debut novel, Audrey Niffenegger has created a unique and interesting perspective on time travel, by using a love story as the axis. (Sat, 04 Oct 2008 07:05:49 GMT)
Over 40 scammed at Chinatown travel agency
Chinatown travel agency scams tons of elderly people by promising trips to China. (Sat, 04 Oct 2008 07:50:05 GMT)
Senate to end travel records probe
Lawsuit had sought testimony from former Gov. Eliot Spitzer, aide Another investigation into the travel records scandal that crippled former Gov. Eliot Spitzer's administration is expected to conclude this week, according to those with knowledge of the case. The Senate Investigations Committee, chaired by Sen. George Winner, R-Elmira, is expected this week to drop the lawsuit seeking records ... (Sat, 04 Oct 2008 09:07:40 GMT)
AAA travel center moving to Erie Blvd.
The AAA DeWitt Travel and Insurance Center is moving. After 19 years at 3175 E. Genesee St., Syracuse, the agency is relocating to 3460 Erie Blvd. E., in DeWitt, next to the Barnes & Noble bookstore and across the street from the Delta Sonic Car Wash. (Sat, 04 Oct 2008 09:08:01 GMT)
Holiday Travel: Cool Destinations and Hot Deals
(ARA) - Whether packing the minivan for Thanksgiving or heading out for a big city holiday shopping trip, finding true deals is a necessity for many travelers this year. According to the Bureau of Transportation Statistics, 91 percent of holiday travel is done in a personal vehicle. (Sat, 04 Oct 2008 10:27:26 GMT)
Palin's Tax Return Missing Travel Reimbursements
Vice presidential candidate Sarah Palin didn't report thousands of dollars in state travel reimbursements that she collected while living at home last year, according to her tax return for 2007. (Sat, 04 Oct 2008 17:47:52 GMT)
Qantas panned in US travel magazine
A leading American travel magazine has panned Sydney Airport and Qantas in an annual poll of readers. The Conde Nast Traveler magazine's annual survey of business world travellers, published in its O (Sun, 05 Oct 2008 03:04:14 GMT)
Rick Steves: A travel journal is a snapshot in words of trips taken and impressions made
Travel can make you a poet. Travel can be spiritual. You meet people on the road you'd never meet otherwise. Traveling rearranges your cultural furniture; challenging truths you assumed were self-evident and God-given. By traveling, you learn not only about the people and places you visit but also about yourself. (Sun, 05 Oct 2008 03:30:12 GMT)
Share your travel horror story
Delayed flights, bedbugs in your hotel, runaway rental car -- whatever your nightmare travel story, we want to hear it. (Sun, 05 Oct 2008 07:22:09 GMT)
Some budget-friendly travel tips
While none of them is earth-shattering in significance, at least six small tips can save you a bundle on travel. 1. Free admission to Walt Disney World in Orlando or Disneyland in Anaheim: From a company that normally never discounts or waives the admission... (Sun, 05 Oct 2008 07:37:04 GMT)
Planes, trains and travel-reality TV
There are many television shows and programs geared toward armchair travelers. National Geographic and Discovery Travel Channel come to mind quickly. But one reality TV program has proved to be the ultimate in travel fantasy. I'm talking about The Amazing Race Sunday nights on CBS. (Sun, 05 Oct 2008 07:50:20 GMT)
China sees travel peak on last day of golden week
Passengers walk at Liuting International Airport in Qingdao, a coastal city in east China's Shandong Province, on Oct. 5, 2008. The airport witnessed a travel peak on Oct. 5, the last day of the week-long National Day holidays. (Sun, 05 Oct 2008 09:09:47 GMT)
Several new online services make it easier to travel
Say you’d like to reserve a room at a small family hotel in France, where you’re pretty sure the owners don’t speak English. Or you’d like to stay in environmentally friendly hotels? Or you’d appreciate a forecast of future trans-Atlantic airfares? Those are just a few examples of the many new or improved online services that can make travel easier, more rewarding or less expensive. (Sun, 05 Oct 2008 09:16:18 GMT)
Travel almanac: Top 10 fall international destinations
Travel Reading France: A Traveler's Literary Companion 256-page paperback, $14.95, Whereabouts Press Most guidebooks give basic information on where to stay and eat and what to do with a smattering of history. This book, part of a series of Traveler's Literary Companions, is different. (Sun, 05 Oct 2008 13:07:05 GMT)
Travel almanac: Top U.S. fall destinations
TRAVEL READING The Navajo Nation: A Visitor's Guide By Patrick and Joan Lavin, 283-page paperback, $21.95, Hoppocrene Books About the closest a traveler can get to visiting a foreign country without leaving the United States is on the expansive Navajo reservation in the Four Corners area, the largest reservation in America. (Sun, 05 Oct 2008 13:08:23 GMT)
Sabre's Traveler Security & Data Suite Enhances Reporting Options; Helps Business Travel Programs Reduce Costs
Answering the growing need for business travel professionals to access timely and relevant business intelligence, Sabre today released additional reporting features through its Traveler Security and Data Suite (TSDS). The new reports enable users to better manage supplier tracking, aide in negotiations and monitor policy compliance. (Mon, 06 Oct 2008 06:15:26 GMT)
WIT-Web In Travel to offer ideas to ride out storm ahead
SINGAPORE - It is often said that crises separate the men from the boys, the women from the girls. WIT-Web In Travel, being held this month, will offer timely, critical insights into how travel companies can emerge a winner in the challenging times ahead. “Everyone's watching the global economic situation and wondering and worrying how the US meltdown will affect the Asian economy and, by ... (Mon, 06 Oct 2008 08:04:59 GMT)
The New York Times Announces The 2009 New York Times Travel Show
The New York Times announced today that the sixth annual New York Times Travel Show will be held Feb. 6 – 8 at the Jacob K. Javits Convention Center in New York City. The Travel Show will feature nearly 500 exhibitors representing over 100 countries and will focus on travel destinations, packages and special offers, as well as tour operators, cruise lines and live entertainment for the whole ... (Mon, 06 Oct 2008 08:49:58 GMT)
Backyard Escapes Won't Break Summer Travel Budget
(ARA) - In the wake of airfare increases and rising gas prices, many Americans are seeking creative ways to fulfill their urge to travel. By choosing destinations that are close to home and accessible on one tank of gas, travelers can easily track their expenses while enjoying the travel experience. (Mon, 06 Oct 2008 09:24:11 GMT)
Science Weekly podcast: Invisibility cloaks and time travel
Invisibility cloaks, time travel and the psychology behind taste. Hosted by Alok Jha (Mon, 06 Oct 2008 09:57:36 GMT)
Like Action and Adventure? Travel to Scotland
(ARA) - If the typical tourist experience bores you to tears and you can't take yet another bus tour, adventure travel just might be for you. Among thrill-seeking travelers, Scotland is quickly becoming known as a popular, action-packed destination. (Mon, 06 Oct 2008 10:20:10 GMT)
Hospital defends travel expenses
A state official says safeguards are in place after a report showed that employees at a Goldsboro mental hospital used money from drug companies and foreign medical schools for overnight travel. The News & Observer of Raleigh reported Sunday that in less than four years, administrators at Cherry Hospital approved more than $139,851 for travel to more than 100 medical conferences and professional ... (Mon, 06 Oct 2008 11:16:46 GMT)
Nächster Schritt für Touch & Travel
Das Handy-Ticket-Verfahren Touch & Travel der Deutschen Bahn geht im Dezember in die zweite Pilotphase – ein komplett neuer Ansatz für die Nutzung von Bahn- und Busdiensten. (Mon, 06 Oct 2008 11:54:31 GMT)
Travel Tips: Readers' air, cruise and hotel secrets
Each week USA TODAY taps our traveling audience for the their best advice on air travel, cruising and hotels. Leave a tip or take a tip it could be run in an upcoming issue of USA TODAY. (Mon, 06 Oct 2008 14:46:40 GMT)
The economic threat to the travel and tourism industry | eturbonews.com
When historians of modern tourism write about tourism in the first decade of the twenty-first century they will most likely see it as one of continual trials and challenges. The terrorism attacks on September 11, 2001 forced the travel and tourism industry to face global security threats and to determine how this new reality would change the way the tourism industry would do business. Certainly ... (Mon, 06 Oct 2008 14:50:09 GMT)
Budget Travel honors affordable travel innovations
A government agency, an airline, a bus company and several Web sites were among the recipients of Budget Travel Magazine's annual Extra Mile Awards, honoring "noteworthy innovations, large and small, that make travel easier, more enjoyable, and/or more affordable across all aspects of the industry." (Mon, 06 Oct 2008 19:45:45 GMT)
Travel Industry Shaken by Economic Downturn
The travel industry has been hit hard by the economic slowdown, particularly in the last few weeks. (Mon, 06 Oct 2008 20:03:09 GMT)
N.J. issues travel rules for tax boards
TRENTON - Reports of a county tax board's extravagant travel habits have prompted new rules in New Jersey. The state Treasury Department in recent months distributed guidelines to all 21 county tax boards. (Tue, 07 Oct 2008 07:29:10 GMT)
Tui Travel enables in-store video service
Tui Travel is using desktop computers enabled with video streaming at its shops to let customers view holiday destinations before booking. (Tue, 07 Oct 2008 10:30:03 GMT)
Sino Express Travel to manage new hotel in Macau - Quick Facts
(RTTNews) - Tuesday, Sino Express Travel Ltd. (SXPT.PK) announced that it has signed a Memorandum of Understanding to buy the right to manage a 160-room hotel in Macau for 10 years for a total consideration of US$2.5 million. (Tue, 07 Oct 2008 10:44:05 GMT)
Dalai Lama to resume overseas travel
Tibetan spiritual leader the Dalai Lama has been cleared to resume international travel after a medical checkup showed he has recovered from a recent abdominal ailment, his spokesman said. (Tue, 07 Oct 2008 13:14:01 GMT)
Backpackers' secrets: Top tips for cheap travel
Adopt the mindset of a backpacker and improve your travel savvy. From packing light to finding affordable food and accommodations, backpackers truly know how to travel. (Tue, 07 Oct 2008 13:52:26 GMT)
Doctors clear Dalai Lama to resume foreign travel
The Dalai Lama underwent a second medical checkup in as many months Tuesday and doctors cleared him to resume foreign travel, said a spokesman for the exiled Tibetan spiritual leader. (Tue, 07 Oct 2008 14:12:08 GMT)
Russia travel agents check out the NMI
Four travel agents from Vladivostok, Russia, recently visited the islands of Saipan, Tinian and Rota. The agents were from Lucky Tours, Double Step Travel, Fregat Aero and Primorye. (Tue, 07 Oct 2008 14:16:02 GMT)
Travel Industry Shaken by Economic Downturn
The travel industry has been hit hard by the economic slowdown, particularly in the last few weeks. (Tue, 07 Oct 2008 16:21:17 GMT)
Middle East strategy a success for BCD Travel
BCD Travel has established itself in the Middle East region as a serious contender in the managed corporate travel arena. (Wed, 08 Oct 2008 09:12:39 GMT)
Middle East strategy a success for BCD Travel
Middle East strategy a success for BCD Travel (Wed, 08 Oct 2008 09:25:03 GMT)
Photo Release: Travel Trade Award Night
Grand Sukhumvit By Sofitel and Grand Mercure Park Avenue led by Mr. Ramesh Bappoo, General Manager recently organized a “Travel Trade Award Ceremony”, to award the best supporters and business partner (Wed, 08 Oct 2008 09:39:39 GMT)
Ponte Vedra writers hear travel author
Travel writer Lucy Beebe Tobias, author of 50 Great Walks in Florida, spoke to members of the Ponte Vedra Writers Chapter of the Florida Writers Association Sept. 27 at the Ponte Vedra Beach branch library. (Wed, 08 Oct 2008 11:13:40 GMT)
New Online Travel Calculator To Encourage Kids To Walk To School, Scotland
To support International Walk to School Month1, Environmental Protection UK have launched their brand new interactive online Travel Buster3 today - a colourful cartoon calculator aimed at encouraging 7 - 11year olds that walking, or cycling, to school is healthier for them and their local environment. The Travel Buster http://www.travelbuster.org. (Wed, 08 Oct 2008 11:20:07 GMT)
Africa: Travel and Leisure 2008 Ranks Tunis Among the 10 Best Cities in Africa and the Middle East
Travel +Leisure, an international magazine specialized tourism and leisure activities has recently issued its 13th Annual 2008 World's Best Awards Readers' Survey results, in New York. (Wed, 08 Oct 2008 12:03:58 GMT)
Fans flock to games, but schools feel travel pinch
If forced to choose, Chuck Riggs, a CPA from St. Petersburg, Fla., would cancel any vacation so he and wife Linda can take seven weekend trips to a not-so-exotic destination less than three hours' drive from home. (Wed, 08 Oct 2008 13:32:26 GMT)
5 reasons to travel during the holidays
Here's a holiday travel forecast you probably won't read anywhere else: look for lower prices on everything from airfares to hotel room rates, smaller crowds and a more pleasant overall experience. (Wed, 08 Oct 2008 18:41:43 GMT)
Reacting to economy, NCAA moves to cut travel costs
U.S. college sports' governing body is cutting travel costs to its championship tournaments because of the economic slowdown, NCAA president Myles Brand said in an interview. (Thu, 09 Oct 2008 06:18:23 GMT)
The Basics Of Travel Insurance
Travel insurance can help cover medical expenses or financial losses you might incur while traveling. It's often pitched as the best protection for those traveling domestically or overseas. (Thu, 09 Oct 2008 08:10:17 GMT)
Universal Travel Group to Showcase TRIPEASY Kiosks at Tenth China Hi-Tech Fair in Shenzhen
Universal Travel Group Inc. , a growing travel services provider in the People's Republic of China specializing in online and customer representative services to the travel service industry offering packaged tours, air ticketing, hotel reservation and air cargo agency services, today announced that it will participate in the Tenth China Hi-Tech Fair held by the China Hi-Tech Transfer Center. (Thu, 09 Oct 2008 12:00:00 GMT)
Council subsidises student travel
A county council has pledged £630,000 to subsidise rail travel and help teenagers to continue their education. (Thu, 09 Oct 2008 12:20:09 GMT)
London Oyster travel card hack details published
Dutch researches have published a report describing in detail how they cloned cards used for payment on the London Underground travel network. The group, from Radbound University Nijmegen, visited the UK back in April and demonstrated that it was possible to replace funds on an Oyster card (smart-card used for payment on the London Underground system) [...] (Thu, 09 Oct 2008 12:39:43 GMT)
Ahead of the Bell: Online travel sites
Orbitz Worldwide Inc. was downgraded and earnings estimates for online travel competitors Priceline.com Inc. and Expedia Inc. were cut Thursday, as analysts pointed to a weaker travel market and a stronger dollar. (Thu, 09 Oct 2008 13:20:45 GMT)
Budget Travel Magazine honours affordable travel innovations
NEW YORK - A government agency, an airline, a bus company and several websites were among the recipients of Budget Travel Magazine's annual Extra Mile Awards, honouring "noteworthy innovations, large and small, that make travel easier, more enjoyable, and/or more affordable across all aspects of the industry." (Thu, 09 Oct 2008 13:33:00 GMT)
Marathon Oil Completes Sale Of Pilot Travel Stake
Marathon Oil Completes Sale Of Pilot Travel Stake (Thu, 09 Oct 2008 14:05:01 GMT)
Local group takes 'mystery' trip with Neihart Travel
On Sept. 20, a group from Essex and Farragut went on a mystery trip with Neihart Travel. The first stop was the Welcome Center in St. Joseph, Mo. The group then stopped at the Twin Spirals Church, formerly known as the Immaculate Conception/Queen of Apostles Church, also in St. Joseph. (Thu, 09 Oct 2008 14:14:03 GMT)
How To Save On Holiday Travel
Where you go, how you get there and even how you pack can result in big cuts to travel costs. (Thu, 09 Oct 2008 21:22:13 GMT)
Tunisia: Carthage Exhibit to Travel to Japan
An itinerary exhibit dubbed "The Legacy of Carthage", will travel to Japan and remain on display from May 2009 to May 2010. (Fri, 10 Oct 2008 08:18:39 GMT)
Ultima Travel (RUS) visits Amari Orchid Resort & Tower
The leading Russian Travel operator – Ultima Travel, led by Ms. Klopova Rimma (3rd right), together with the operations team, were recently warmly welcomed by the Sales & Marketing Team of Amari Orchi (Fri, 10 Oct 2008 09:07:01 GMT)
Holiday Travel: Cool Destinations and Hot Deals
(ARA) - Whether packing the minivan for Thanksgiving or heading out for a big city holiday shopping trip, finding true deals is a necessity for many travelers this year. According to the Bureau of Transportation Statistics, 91 percent of holiday travel is done in a personal vehicle. (Fri, 10 Oct 2008 09:25:17 GMT)
French carmakers to create electric vehicle travel system
Renault and PSA Peugeot Citroen have both signed agreements with French electric utility company EDF to create a large-scale zero emissions transport and travel infrastructure system. (Fri, 10 Oct 2008 10:08:13 GMT)
Travel headache for Redbridge bus passengers
REDBRIDGE commuters are suffering travel headaches as bus drivers stage a 24-hour strike. First and Metroline buses are affected by the action, which began at 3am today. (Fri, 10 Oct 2008 12:08:02 GMT)
Travel Channel To Broadcast Live In Gettysburg
GETTYSBURG, Pa. -- Gettysburg is going live. Starting Thursday at 8 p.m., the Travel Channel will broadcast seven hours of live programming from Gettysburg. (Fri, 10 Oct 2008 12:19:16 GMT)
Budget travel sites to keep you out of the red
With stock prices falling like acorns, budget-centric websites are rising to the top of more vacationers' bookmark lists. USA TODAY points a mouse to 25 sites some old favorites, some newcomers aimed at bargain hunters. (Fri, 10 Oct 2008 12:21:53 GMT)
Hawaiian travel falloff hits Host Hotels
CHICAGO (MarketWatch) -- A falloff in leisure and group travel -- especially in Hawaii -- bit into Host Hotels & Resorts third quarter numbers, as the lodging and real estate company said Friday that its profit fell 45%. (Fri, 10 Oct 2008 14:12:59 GMT)
NCAA alters policies in attempt to reduce travel expenses
Faced with transportation costs that have spiraled upward at a dizzying rate, the NCAA is taking steps to hold down travel expenses for schools that participate in its championships. (Fri, 10 Oct 2008 14:19:39 GMT)
Travel Expected To Take Hit During Holidays
Travel is expected to take a hit this coming holiday season as more Americans opt to stay closer to home to save money. (Sat, 11 Oct 2008 02:28:21 GMT)
Five reasons to travel during the 2008 holidays
Here’s a holiday travel forecast you probably won’t read anywhere else: look for lower prices on everything from air fares to hotel room rates, smaller crowds and a more pleasant overall experience. (Sat, 11 Oct 2008 06:09:02 GMT)
Holiday Travel: Cool Destinations and Hot Deals
(ARA) - Whether packing the minivan for Thanksgiving or heading out for a big city holiday shopping trip, finding true deals is a necessity for many travelers this year. According to the Bureau of Transportation Statistics, 91 percent of holiday travel is done in a personal vehicle. (Sat, 11 Oct 2008 09:27:52 GMT)
Casual Friday: High-Tech Travel Tips
Plenty of stories provide advice for elite mobile professionals. But what about you, the unproductive traveler? Maybe you're on vacation. Maybe you're trying to chill out before a day's worth of travel and business meetings. Point is, you need to pack a little smarter to entertain yourself, and... (Sat, 11 Oct 2008 09:49:22 GMT)
Corporate air travel likely to be affected: Raghu Menon
COMMENT ON THIS ! Your Views! Corporate air travel in the country was likely to decline in the wake of the financial meltdown in the US and some European economies, a top Indian airline official said. (Sat, 11 Oct 2008 12:04:03 GMT)
Backyard Escapes Won't Break Summer Travel Budget
(ARA) - In the wake of airfare increases and rising gas prices, many Americans are seeking creative ways to fulfill their urge to travel. By choosing destinations that are close to home and accessible on one tank of gas, travelers can easily track their expenses while enjoying the travel experience. (Sat, 11 Oct 2008 12:23:51 GMT)
Corporate air travel likely to be affected: Raghu Menon
MUMBAI: Corporate air travel in the country was likely to decline in the wake of the financial meltdown in the US and some European economies, a top Indian airline official said. (Sat, 11 Oct 2008 13:58:07 GMT)
Stars travel to Nashville to take on Preds
Stars travel to Nashville to take on Preds (Sat, 11 Oct 2008 15:16:26 GMT)
Regency Travel and Tours nominated for World Travel Awards
DOHA • Regency Travel and Tours has been nominated in three categories for this year's ‘World Travel Awards'. The agency represented Qatar at last year's ceremony and will be doing so again in 2008. (Sun, 12 Oct 2008 02:27:49 GMT)
Travel advice for solo trips
• Traveling Solo (GPP Travel/Globe Pequot, $17.95) — Eleanor Berman knows what it's like to travel alone; she has done it often enough. In Traveling Solo, she offers advice and ideas for more than 250 vacations. Among the many options are going on a learning vacation, participating in a volunteer program or registering at a cooking school. There also are adventure travel, hiking and walking ... (Sun, 12 Oct 2008 06:08:01 GMT)
Five reasons to travel during the 2008 holidays
Here’s a holiday travel forecast you probably won’t read anywhere else: look for lower prices on everything from air fares to hotel room rates, smaller crowds and a more pleasant overall experience. (Sun, 12 Oct 2008 06:08:31 GMT)
Northwest Q&A | ID for Canada travel
Travel staff answers a reader's question about the documentation her daughter will need to travel to Canada with another family. (Sun, 12 Oct 2008 07:17:09 GMT)
Travel briefs: Get a better view of migrating birds
HARLINGEN, Texas -- The weather is cooling off and that means birds are heading south. One of the best places to watch the migration is the southern tip of Texas at the 15th Annual Rio Grande Valley Birding Festival Nov. 5-9. ALSO: Budget Travel magazine gives Extra Mile Awards; Trust seeks at-risk places; Civil War sites highlighted; Ferry to link two cities in Georga, Florida. (Sun, 12 Oct 2008 07:34:43 GMT)
This week in Travel
Save some cash, have some fun, explore the north shore with Travel editor Millie Ball (Sun, 12 Oct 2008 10:09:07 GMT)
Travel Web Site Gives Thumbs Up to New Hope & Cape May
A pair of popular tourist stops has landed on a list of America’s 20 Prettiest Towns as compiled by a popular travel web site. (Sun, 12 Oct 2008 11:37:52 GMT)
Americans Warned Against Travel in Pakistan
The United States is warning its nationals to avoid unnecessary travel in Pakistan, because of increased violence. (Sun, 12 Oct 2008 12:02:05 GMT)
Organization helps local travel agents ACT
Even travel agents and vendors have to travel. Earlier this month, 14 vendors and 95 members of the Association of Central Jersey Travel Professionals (ACT), a travel agent-education organization whose members are based in Monmouth and Ocean counties, met for their monthly meeting (Sun, 12 Oct 2008 12:39:24 GMT)
EU to let Belarus leader travel
The European Union is to lift its travel ban on President Alexander Lukashenko of Belarus, to encourage democratic reform. (Mon, 13 Oct 2008 11:23:25 GMT)
EU allows top Belarus officials to travel to EU
Diplomats say the European Union has temporarily lifted a travel ban on authoritarian Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko. (Mon, 13 Oct 2008 11:41:40 GMT)
EU allows top Belarus officials to travel to EU
LUXEMBOURG (AP) - Diplomats say the European Union has temporarily lifted a travel ban on authoritarian Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko. Allowing Lukashenko and other top Belarusian officials to travel to the EU is part of warming relations with the isolated country. (Mon, 13 Oct 2008 12:27:23 GMT)
EU drops travel ban on Uzbek officials
The European Union said Monday it had dropped a travel ban on Uzbek officials imposed after a bloody crackdown on an uprising in 2005, saying the central Asian country had made some progress in improving human rights. (Mon, 13 Oct 2008 13:31:52 GMT)
Ailing economy impacts travel plans
SINGAPORE: Travel agencies are already anticipating the slowdown in the economy to affect travel plans. (Mon, 13 Oct 2008 13:38:42 GMT)
Ailing economy impacts travel plans
SINGAPORE: Travel agencies are already anticipating the slowdown in the economy to affect travel plans. One Singapore travel agent plans to slash non-peak season rates by a further 20 per cent, and says five-day tour packages tend to appeal most to holidaymakers. (Mon, 13 Oct 2008 14:01:29 GMT)
EU Scraps Travel Ban Against Senior Uzbek Officials
LUXEMBOURG (AFP)--The European Union on Monday formally scrapped its travel ban against senior Uzbek officials, despite continued concerns over human rights abuses in the central Asian country. (Mon, 13 Oct 2008 14:02:00 GMT)
EU Temporarily Lifts Travel Sanctions on Belarus
A travel ban on Belarussian government officials, including on President Alexander Lukashenko, has been lifted for six months, EU foreign ministers have said. (Mon, 13 Oct 2008 14:06:46 GMT)
EU lifts travel ban on Belarus leader, others
LUXEMBOURG (Reuters) - The European Union suspended travel bans on Belarussian President Alexander Lukashenko and dozens of other officials on Monday as a reward for freeing political prisoners, but kept some sanctions in place. (Mon, 13 Oct 2008 15:17:04 GMT)
Be flexible to save money on holiday travel
Plenty of good deals are still available for holiday travel, according to Tom Parsons, chief executive officer of Best Fares.com. The real trick, according to Parsons, is to be flexible. (Mon, 13 Oct 2008 15:23:27 GMT)
Europe suspends travel ban for Belarussian leader
The European Union temporarily suspended a travel ban on President Aleksandr Lukashenko, rewarding the authoritarian leader for recent democratic gains. (Mon, 13 Oct 2008 16:31:42 GMT)
EU ministers lift travel ban on Belarus leader Lukashenko
EU foreign ministers suspended Monday a travel ban on Belarus President Alexander Lukashenko and several associates in a move designed to encourage democracy in the wake of disputed elections. (Mon, 13 Oct 2008 22:06:54 GMT)
European Union eases travel ban on Belarus
LUXEMBOURG, Oct. 13 (UPI) -- The European Union Monday temporarily lifted a travel ban imposed on Belarus and its president, Alexander Lukashenko. (Tue, 14 Oct 2008 00:01:39 GMT)
How To Pack Light for Geek Travel
Just because you're a geek doesn't mean you have to lug around your weight in gadgets and They Might Be Giants t-shirts when you travel. Follow our guide to lighten the load on your back, but still maintain your cred among the geek elite. Wired.com (Tue, 14 Oct 2008 01:09:00 GMT)
Frankfurt Airport Traffic Drops, Crisis Deters Travel (Update1)
Oct. 14 (Bloomberg) -- Frankfurt airport, Europe's third busiest, served fewer passengers and moved less freight last month as the financial crisis deterred travel. (Tue, 14 Oct 2008 06:15:00 GMT)
Kanoo Travel launches state of art corporate services centre in Dubai
Kanoo Travel, the largest travel company in the Middle East, today announced the opening of their latest state of the art Corporate Services centre at Kanoo Towers in Bur Dubai. (Tue, 14 Oct 2008 12:42:40 GMT)
Tips on how the tech savvy travel
Plenty of stories provide advice for elite mobile professionals. But what about you, the unproductive traveler? Maybe you're on vacation. Maybe you're trying to chill out before a day's worth of travel and business meetings. (Tue, 14 Oct 2008 13:17:33 GMT)
Ailing economy impacts travel plans
SINGAPORE: Travel agencies are already anticipating the slowdown in the economy will affect travel plans. (Tue, 14 Oct 2008 13:41:45 GMT)
Forsyth Travel celebrates 60 years
Forsyth Travel Ltd., one of southwestern Ontario's best-known travel firms, is celebrating its 60th anniversary. It all began in October of 1948 when Bob [...] (Tue, 14 Oct 2008 14:07:43 GMT)
8 reasons your travel complaint is being ignored
It isn't your imagination. Your travel company is giving you the cold shoulder. (Tue, 14 Oct 2008 15:11:02 GMT)
Japan Air to Cut Costs by Axing Travel Agent Fees, Nikkei Says
Oct. 15 (Bloomberg) -- Japan Airlines Corp. may save more than 20 billion yen ($196 million) in annual costs by cutting a commission it pays to travel agents on the sale of international tickets from April, the Nikkei newspaper said . (Tue, 14 Oct 2008 23:42:33 GMT)
US govt issues travel advisory for Mexico
The U.S. State Department has renewed a travel advisory warning Americans about an increase in violence in Mexico. (Wed, 15 Oct 2008 00:53:11 GMT)
New levies on income and air travel
A new levy on all incomes and a tax on air travel are two of the main measures announced in Brian Lenihan's first Budget. Minister Lenihan said that €2bn worth of tax revenue must be raised in 2009 and stressed the need to bring order to public finances and to bring economic stability. (Wed, 15 Oct 2008 10:36:39 GMT)
US government issues travel advisory for Mexico
The U.S. State Department has renewed a travel advisory warning Americans about an increase in violence in Mexico. The alert advises Americans to be aware of rising crime and only visit legitimate business and tourist areas in Mexico. (Wed, 15 Oct 2008 12:38:20 GMT)
Campaigner Offers Travel Agents Best Practices for Improving ROI with Email Marketing
Campaigner, a software-as-a-service email marketing solutions provider, today released tips travel agencies and independent travel agents can use to improve their email marketing return on investment during tough economic times. (Wed, 15 Oct 2008 13:00:28 GMT)
Dalai Lama to leave Indian hospital, resume travel
The Dalai Lama has recovered from surgery to remove gallstones and will resume his travel schedule by the end of the month, a senior aide said Wednesday. (Wed, 15 Oct 2008 13:14:00 GMT)
Travel Club to discuss Colorado bus tour
WHITTIER - The Whittier YMCA Travel Club will meet at 10 a.m. Monday at the Uptown YMCA, 12510 Hadley St. (Wed, 15 Oct 2008 13:54:45 GMT)
How To Save On Holiday Travel
Where you go, how you get there and even how you pack can result in big cuts to travel costs. (Wed, 15 Oct 2008 14:17:43 GMT)
Results of Annual TripAdvisor Travel Trends Survey: TripAdvisor Travellers Offer Glimpse into 2009 Trends
TripAdvisor(R), the world's largest travel community, today announced the results of its annual travel trends survey of more than 8,000 worldwide travellers and over 450 British travellers. One trend identified is an increase in leisure travel spending, with 56 percent of Brits planning to spend more on leisure travel in the next 12 months than they did in the past 12 months. In addition, 69 ... (Wed, 15 Oct 2008 14:45:28 GMT)
TUI Travel Slides After TUI Rules Out Minority Offer (Update1)
Oct. 16 (Bloomberg) -- TUI Travel Plc, Europe's largest tourism company, fell as much as 19 percent in London trading after majority owner TUI AG said it has ``no current intention'' of acquiring the shares it doesn't own. (Thu, 16 Oct 2008 09:38:03 GMT)
TUI Travel Slides After TUI Rules Out Minority Offer (Update2)
Oct. 16 (Bloomberg) -- TUI Travel Plc , Europe's largest tourism company, fell as much as 25 percent in London trading after majority owner TUI AG said it has no plans for now to buy the rest of the stock. (Thu, 16 Oct 2008 12:41:00 GMT)
Decline in foreign travel to Canada as U.S. visitors stay away in August
OTTAWA - The number of visitors to Canada declined one per cent in August, the result of a 1.4 per cent drop in travel from the United States. (Thu, 16 Oct 2008 13:08:17 GMT)
Sarkozy Defends Travel Budget Increase, Says `It's Not Tourism'
Oct. 16 (Bloomberg) -- French President Nicolas Sarkozy defended a 29 percent increase in the travel and entertainment budget next year for him and his wife, former super model Carla Bruni , saying ``it's not for tourism.'' (Thu, 16 Oct 2008 13:28:01 GMT)
Prison for travel agency raider
A man involved in a raid on a travel agency in Staffordshire has been sentenced to 12 years in prison. (Thu, 16 Oct 2008 14:48:42 GMT)
November's show: live from World Travel Market
For the first time, CNN Business Traveller will be broadcast live from the World Travel Market in the ExCeL center in London on Wednesday November 12. (Thu, 16 Oct 2008 14:50:56 GMT)
After Russia fiasco, PNP suspends travel
Philippine police have been banned from foreign travel after a group of senior officials were arrested in Russia with a huge sum of undeclared cash, an official said Thursday. (Thu, 16 Oct 2008 15:05:54 GMT)
Federal Judge Suspends Florida Travel Law: "Likely Unconstitutional"
A federal judge in Florida has suspended a law that would have imposed stringent restrictions on local travel agencies that sell trips to Iran and Cuba, calling it "likely unconstitutional." -NIAC (Thu, 16 Oct 2008 15:08:27 GMT)
45 cops fly to LA despite travel ban - report
MANILA, Philippines - Despite the recently imposed travel-ban by Philippine National Police chief Director General Jesus Versoza, some 45 police officials will still push through with their scheduled seminar in the United States on Friday. (Thu, 16 Oct 2008 15:19:01 GMT)
Travel Was as Dangerous 500 Years Ago as Today: Study
THURSDAY, Oct. 16 (HealthDay News) -- Horses may have long given way to cars as people movers, but travel was as hazardous 500 years ago as it is today, U.K. researchers suggest. (Thu, 16 Oct 2008 16:03:08 GMT)
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