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Reward over travel agent raiders
A £5,000 reward for information is offered after an armed raid at a travel agent in Haslemere. (Tue, 16 Dec 2008 13:14:37 GMT)
Travel costs still under scrutiny
The Tourism Bureau's Policy Review Committee met last week and was scheduled to meet again on Tuesday, Nov. 25, to continue the review of the agency's travel policies and the board's by-laws which govern how the agency is to operate. (Tue, 16 Dec 2008 15:43:33 GMT)
Holiday travel declines; deals still possible
The nation's economic downturn is strongly affecting holiday travel, prompting last-minute airfare sales and a decrease in overall transit, according to industry and government experts. (Tue, 16 Dec 2008 16:01:38 GMT)
With violence down, Iraqis travel for big religious holiday
BAGHDAD — For the past few years, Nawal Abdulla Hadi of Baghdad couldn't travel to see her family for the Eid al Adha, giving up the traditional reunion during the annual Muslim holiday because the roads weren't safe. (Tue, 16 Dec 2008 16:08:48 GMT)
All-inclusive 2010 Ryder Cup dream travel packages now available
PALM BEACH GARDENS, Fla. -- With the thrill of the United States' stirring 2008 Ryder Cup victory over Europe still in the air, The PGA of America has teamed with Premier Golf to introduce new and exciting travel packages to the 2010 Ryder Cup at The Celtic Manor Resort in Newport, Wales, Sept. 28-Oct. 3, 2010. (Tue, 16 Dec 2008 22:55:48 GMT)
American Airlines forecasts slow travel demand
American Airlines, the world's second- biggest carrier, expects travel demand to slow in early 2009 amid the economic recession. (Wed, 17 Dec 2008 07:53:45 GMT)
PATA Travel Monitor gives some cause for optimism
Figures reported in PATA's Travel Monitor for the third quarter of 2008 reflect the growing impact of the global economic downturn on travel and tourism across the Asia Pacific region. But the Monitor (Wed, 17 Dec 2008 09:52:26 GMT)
United expects holiday travel will boost revenue
United Airlines, the third-biggest U.S. carrier, said unit revenue this quarter will rise as much as 3.5 percent, boosted by Christmas travel. (Wed, 17 Dec 2008 15:37:46 GMT)
AAA sees holiday travel decline
Fewer Americans will travel for the holidays - especially by air - as the current economic crisis continues to take its toll on spending, motorist group AAA said Wednesday. (Wed, 17 Dec 2008 15:39:36 GMT)
Kayak.com Survey Finds That Despite Economy, Scrooge Won't Be Stealing Christmas Travel Cheer This Year, But Meaning ...
According to more than 1,000 users of Kayak.com, the world's largest travel search site, despite the economy, consumers are insisting on delivering their holiday gifts personally to loved ones this year. More than 75 percent of survey respondents still plan to travel during this holiday season, while 42 percent plan to take a secondary winter getaway between January and March 2009. (Wed, 17 Dec 2008 15:46:55 GMT)
Nick the Webguy: Holiday travel websites
Here's a few websites to help you plan out your holiday travel. (Wed, 17 Dec 2008 15:48:28 GMT)
Canadian foreign travel down in October
OTTAWA, Dec. 17 (UPI) -- Canadian trips abroad fell 3.2 percent in October to 4.2 million, although overnight travel from the United States into Canada rose, Statistics Canada reported. (Wed, 17 Dec 2008 15:54:00 GMT)
How to survive holiday travel madness
If ever there was a test of travellers' collective patience, it is the Christmas travel season. (Wed, 17 Dec 2008 16:13:35 GMT)
Travel spending posts largest drop since 2001
Spending on travel and tourism declined sharply in the third quarter, marking the largest drop since 2001, the U.S. government said Wednesday. (Wed, 17 Dec 2008 18:07:01 GMT)
U.S. holiday travel expected to fall
The number of Americans traveling during the Christmas holiday period is expected to fall by 2.1 percent from last year's levels due to the fallout from the economic downturn, travel and auto group AAA said on Wednesday. (Wed, 17 Dec 2008 20:11:43 GMT)
Holiday travel to drop for first time since '02
Christmas holiday travel this year will likely end up as a casualty of the downturn in the economy, with Americans expected to travel less for the first time since 2002, travel and auto group AAA said on Wednesday. (Wed, 17 Dec 2008 22:12:29 GMT)
Travel Q&A: Five questions with Concur CEO Steve Singh
Steve Singh is CEO of Redmond, Wash.-based Concur Technologies, a developer of the industry's most popular travel expense report software. Founded in 1993, Concur also makes Cliqbook Travel, an online travel booking software for corporate customers. MORE TRAVEL Q&A: Kayak CEO Steve Hafner (Wed, 17 Dec 2008 23:29:54 GMT)
IATA EXPECTS BUSINESS TRAVEL AND PREMIUM REVENUES TO FALL SHARPLY NEXT YEAR
KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 18 (Bernama) -- The International Air Transport Association (Iata) expects business travel and premium revenues next year to fall sharply following most economic forecasts suggesting recession will not bottom out until mid-2009. (Thu, 18 Dec 2008 12:49:27 GMT)
Air Canada issues travel advisory ahead of storm bearing down on Toronto area
TORONTO - Air Canada has issued a travel advisory for flights arriving or departing Pearson International Airport as a storm bears down on southern Ontario. (Thu, 18 Dec 2008 14:56:00 GMT)
AAA: First Christmas season travel decline in 6 years ahead
AAA has projected declines for all major travel holidays so far this year, and the organization this week said the Christmas season is not likely to buck the trend. (Thu, 18 Dec 2008 16:01:17 GMT)
First- And Business-class Travel Falls 6.9% In October
First- And Business-class Travel Falls 6.9% In October (Thu, 18 Dec 2008 16:03:11 GMT)
Southern Ontario storm could cause travel delays
A travel advisory has been issued for people flying in or out of Toronto's Pearson International Airport as a winter storm approaches southern Ontario. (Thu, 18 Dec 2008 16:24:09 GMT)
Holiday Travel Expected to Drop
President Bush trekked to the Transportation Department yesterday to outline the steps the White House was taking to curb air traffic hassles during the busy holiday travel season. (Thu, 18 Dec 2008 22:29:09 GMT)
Fast falling snow limits travel
Associated Press - December 19, 2008 8:15 AM ET MILWAUKEE (AP) - Snow plow drivers are working hard to keep up with the fast-falling snow that's piling up across Wisconsin and making travel... (Fri, 19 Dec 2008 13:29:31 GMT)
Ice, freezing rain make travel tricky in N. Ind.
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (AP) - Ice and freezing rain are making travel hazardous and knocking down power lines across northern Indiana. The National Weather Service reports a half-inch of ice on trees and power lines in the Fort Wayne area. (Fri, 19 Dec 2008 13:38:45 GMT)
Friday one of busiest travel days of the year at Lambert Airport
Friday one of busiest travel days of the year at Lambert Airport (Fri, 19 Dec 2008 13:46:27 GMT)
Ice, Freezing Rain Make Travel Hazardous In N Ind.
Ice, freezing rain make travel tricky in N. Ind. FORT WAYNE, Ind. (AP) -- Ice and freezing rain are making travel hazardous and knocking down power lines across northern Indiana. (Fri, 19 Dec 2008 14:36:05 GMT)
Ice, freezing rain make travel tricky in N. Ind.
Ice and freezing rain are making travel hazardous (Fri, 19 Dec 2008 14:53:39 GMT)
Survival tips for family holiday travel
Holiday travel is stressful enough as it is. Add to this scenario young people who don't like being cooped up, balk at being hurried ("Willa, where is your sense of urgency?" "I don't know, Mama!"), and who react in creative and often loud ways to the stress we project, and it's enough to make you want to start sipping the wassail from the moment you click "Purchase Now!" on the airline's Web ... (Fri, 19 Dec 2008 15:22:53 GMT)
AAA predicts decline in Christmas holiday travel
AAA projects a slight decline in the number of Americans traveling during the Christmas holiday period. Nearly 63.9 million Americans will travel 50 miles or more from home during the Christmas holiday travel period, a 2.1 percent decrease from last year’s total of 65.3 million. (Fri, 19 Dec 2008 16:12:13 GMT)
USA TODAY's best and worst travel memories of 2008
This year's economic meltdown and the emergence of the staycation didn't keep USA TODAY's travel staff from hitting the road to share their discoveries. (Fri, 19 Dec 2008 16:14:06 GMT)
Web Poll: Holiday Travel Plans?
How do you plan to travel to your holiday destination? (Fri, 19 Dec 2008 16:18:53 GMT)
Winter storm snarls air travel in Midwest
A winter storm in the U.S. Midwest resulted in widespread flight cancellations and delays, disrupting travel plans for thousands and testing the ability of the newly downsized airline industry to cope with weather-related hassles. (Fri, 19 Dec 2008 18:24:22 GMT)
Powerful winter storm cuts power, disrupts travel
A winter storm packing snow, freezing rain and biting wind cut power to tens of thousands of customers Friday, disrupted travel and gave schoolchildren from Iowa to New England an early start on their holiday break. "One thing about it, you're going to have a white Christmas this year," said Lee Longdyke, as he shoveled a sidewalk in Pontiac, Mich., for the third time Friday morning. (Sat, 20 Dec 2008 05:14:39 GMT)
Powerful winter storm cuts power, disrupts travel
A winter storm packing snow, freezing rain and biting wind cut power to tens of thousands of customers Friday, disrupted travel and gave schoolchildren from Iowa to New England an early start on their holiday break. "One thing about it, you're going to have a white Christmas this year," said Lee Longdyke, as he shoveled a sidewalk in Pontiac, Mich., ... (Sat, 20 Dec 2008 06:24:51 GMT)
Arizona fort restricts troop travel to Mexico
Rising drug violence in Mexico's border region has prompted southern Arizona's largest military installation to issue new restrictions on troop travel and a warning to military families and civilian staffers to stay away. (Sat, 20 Dec 2008 11:03:38 GMT)
AAA: First Christmas season travel decline in 6 years ahead
AAA has projected declines for all major travel holidays so far this year, and the organization said the Christmas season isn’t likely to buck the trend. (Sat, 20 Dec 2008 11:49:27 GMT)
Ice, snow, wind cut power and travel from Midwest to New England
A winter storm packing snow, freezing rain and biting wind cut power to tens of thousands of customers Friday, disrupted travel and gave schoolchildren from Iowa to New England an early start on their holiday break. (Sat, 20 Dec 2008 12:44:43 GMT)
Free school travel is back
NSW Premier Nathan Rees will reinstate free bus travel for students after admitting it was the "wrong" decision to scrap it. Editorial: Rees needs tip from Rudd. (Sat, 20 Dec 2008 13:00:00 GMT)
Travel of boats in Cagayan suspended
TUGUEGARAO CITY, Philippines -- The Department of Transportation and Communications suspended the travel of passenger boats to and from Calayan, Cagayan, on Friday following the December 14 sinking of a boat that killed 47 people. (Sat, 20 Dec 2008 13:40:57 GMT)
Travel Notes: Cuba hopes Obama will lift travel ban
Cuba is ready to roll out the welcome mat as soon as the United States liberalizes tourist travel there, the state news agency Prensa Latina reports. "Our tourism and our people are ready. (Sun, 21 Dec 2008 05:29:35 GMT)
Economic downturn will bring travel bargains in 2009
To predict the hot travel destinations for 2009, just follow the money. (Sun, 21 Dec 2008 05:43:38 GMT)
Rees backflips on free school travel
NSW Premier Nathan Rees has backflipped on a decision to scrap the free school travel scheme, admitting after a backlash from families that he got it wrong. (Sun, 21 Dec 2008 06:31:01 GMT)
Test yourself with this travel quiz
So you think you're a savvy traveler? But how well have you been paying attention to travel developments? And how's your geography knowledge holding up? Test yourself in our second annual Travel Quiz. (Sun, 21 Dec 2008 08:13:36 GMT)
Travel briefs
Americans are spending less on travel; Hanukkah around the world; Thailand lost billions in visitor revenue; Dengue hits Australian tourist town (Sun, 21 Dec 2008 08:23:44 GMT)
DOTC suspends travel by boat to, from Cagayan
TUGUEGARAO CITY, Philippines – The Department of Transportation and Communications (DOTC) has temporarily banned the travel of passenger boats to and from the northern Philippine province of Cagayan. (Sun, 21 Dec 2008 10:27:42 GMT)
North Carolina releases 2009 travel guide
Gov. Mike Easley has announced that the official 2009 North Carolina Travel Guide is available for free to assist those visiting the state or seeking information about the various attractions. (Sun, 21 Dec 2008 12:49:37 GMT)
Travel safely this holiday season
DPS troopers will increase patrols during the Christmas and New Year’s holidays in an effort to make travel safer on Texas roads. (Sun, 21 Dec 2008 15:29:47 GMT)
Iowa safety officials issue travel warnings
DES MOINES, Iowa (AP) -- Iowa public safety officials are urging motorists not to travel in north-central and northern Iowa as the state braces for more snow, high winds and bitter temperatures. (Sun, 21 Dec 2008 15:49:21 GMT)
Low-cost travel not a big lure for Utahns
Compared to holiday travel prices last year, gas these days is 50 percent lower, airfares are 9 percent lower and hotels are 16 percent lower. (Mon, 22 Dec 2008 08:51:52 GMT)
Slump hits America's holiday travel
The AAA projects that 1.4 million fewer Americans will travel during the Christmas holiday period this year than last. (Mon, 22 Dec 2008 09:11:56 GMT)
Hungarian Rail Strike Rolls On, Roiling Christmas Travel Plans
Dec. 22 (Bloomberg) -- A rail strike over pay in Hungary entered its ninth day, causing cancellations and delays to trains nationwide and threatening to wreak havoc on Christmas travel plans. (Mon, 22 Dec 2008 09:18:23 GMT)
Hungarian Rail Strike Threatens Christmas Travel
BUDAPEST (AFP)--A strike by Hungarian railway workers entered its second week Monday, with no deal in sight and many passengers facing cancellations or serious disruptions to their Christmas travel plans. (Mon, 22 Dec 2008 10:24:55 GMT)
Cheaper gas prices makes for more holiday travel, despite the weather
Gas prices are making it easier for people to travel this holiday season, but weather is delaying some departures. (Mon, 22 Dec 2008 10:31:38 GMT)
Riots cut number of Russian tourists in Greece, travel agents slashprices
MOSCOW. Dec 22 (Interfax) - Riots in Athens, Thessalonica and some other Greek cities, which have been on for over two weeks, have reduced the number of Russian tourists. Travel agencies have to cut prices. (Mon, 22 Dec 2008 13:53:38 GMT)
Australia re-issues RP travel advisory
MANILA, Philippines -- Following the bombings in Iligan City last week, Australia on Monday re-issued a travel advisory to its citizens against possible terror attacks in the Philippines, particularly Mindanao. (Mon, 22 Dec 2008 14:00:13 GMT)
Travel options slim as snow continues to fall
Travel options are getting slimmer by the hour as flights continue to be canceled at Spokane International Airport and pass conditions worsen. (Mon, 22 Dec 2008 15:18:13 GMT)
HWY 12 Chemical Spill Slows Travel
A chemical spill on Highway 12 in Solano County made for some slow morning travel. A pest control truck tipped on its side westbound Highway 12 just west of Interstate 80. (Mon, 22 Dec 2008 16:05:15 GMT)
Cold, rain won't dampen holiday travel in South
While snow and ice snarl travel in much of the country, holiday travelers in the South are getting a break with a bitterly cold – but dry – air mass. When the cold leaves, rain comes. But transportation workers and state troopers are trying to make the holiday travel as easy and as safe as possible. (Mon, 22 Dec 2008 16:15:57 GMT)
Travel + Leisure magazine names best hotels
Fifty hotels made their debut on Travel + Leisure magazine's annual list of the 500 best hotels in the world. (Mon, 22 Dec 2008 20:15:27 GMT)
Holiday Travel Expected to Drop
President Bush trekked to the Transportation Department yesterday to outline the steps the White House was taking to curb air traffic hassles during the busy holiday travel season. (Mon, 22 Dec 2008 22:07:37 GMT)
Auckland Airport Has First Domestic Travel Decline in 19 Months
Dec. 23 (Bloomberg) -- Auckland International Airport Ltd. , New Zealand’s largest, reported its first decline in domestic passenger traffic in 19 months as the nation’s slowing economy reduces corporate and leisure travel. (Tue, 23 Dec 2008 01:16:45 GMT)
Sri Lanka Happy To Travel
Sri Lanka's players are happy to travel to Pakistan early next year. (Tue, 23 Dec 2008 11:09:17 GMT)
Travel out of Richmond airport running smoothly today
Snow and ice across the midwest and northeast have caused airport backups around the country, but travel into and out of Richmond is relatively smooth this morning. As of 6 a.m., only two departures from Richmond International Airport were listed as late—an American flight to Chicago/O’Hare and a Northwest flight to Minneapolis/St. Paul. (Tue, 23 Dec 2008 11:17:38 GMT)
Weather puts crimp in holiday travel
It's shaping up to be a holiday travel season only the Grinch would love.People taking to the skies this week face crowded airports and weather-related snags while those going by car will contend with intermittent rain and slightly higher gas prices. (Tue, 23 Dec 2008 14:11:29 GMT)
2008: A look back at one wacky year in travel
In just a week, we can close the books on one of the wildest, most unpredictable years in travel, from the shrinking of the airline industry to sky-high gas prices and beyond. (Tue, 23 Dec 2008 15:12:38 GMT)
Campbell County oil spill prompts travel advisory
Associated Press - December 23, 2008 10:46 AM ET GILLETTE, Wyo. (AP) - The Wyoming Department of Transportation is warning motorists against unnecessary travel on Highway 50 south of Gillette... (Tue, 23 Dec 2008 15:51:09 GMT)
Campbell County oil spill prompts travel advisory
GILLETTE - The Wyoming Department of Transportation is warning motorists against unnecessary travel on Highway 50 south of Gillette because of an oil spill. (Tue, 23 Dec 2008 15:53:02 GMT)
Travel Agency Launches 2009 Memorial Day Fundraiser Cruise For The Make-A-Wish Foundation
Charlotte, NC (BlackNews.com) - Honor and Glory Executive Travel Services, in partnership with Royal Caribbean International, will sponsor the first annual Memorial Day Fundraiser Cruise for the Make-A-Wish Foundation onboard the Royal Caribbean Adventure of the Seas from May 24 to 31, 2009. Reservations are now open for this fundraiser cruise, which provides a perfect gift opportunity for loved ... (Tue, 23 Dec 2008 16:28:23 GMT)
9 signs of a bad travel agent
As a rule, most travel agents are well-trained, competent professionals who work hard for you. (Tue, 23 Dec 2008 16:33:37 GMT)
Deep freeze, heavy snows blast US; holiday travel snarled
Mother nature vented her wintry fury on much of the United States and Canada Tuesday as arctic blasts and blizzards sparked deadly crashes, snarled air traffic and closed highways in one of the busiest travel weeks of the year. (Tue, 23 Dec 2008 21:34:27 GMT)
Wicked winter weather ices over airport travel schedules
Heading to Metro Airport? Get ready for one of the snowiest, messiest Christmas Eve travel rushes in the past decade. (Wed, 24 Dec 2008 08:30:25 GMT)
2009: Year of the travel deal
The value of the U.S. dollar is surging, gas prices are at their lowest levels in four years, and hotel rates are softening. If you can afford a vacation, 2009 will be "the year of travel deals," predicts Genevieve Shaw Brown, senior editor of Travelocity. Pauline Frommer, the guidebook writer, agreed. (Wed, 24 Dec 2008 10:04:21 GMT)
According to a top travel guide, which UK city is a world beater?
Bristol is selected as one of the world's top 10 cities to visit in 2009 by a travel book publisher. (Wed, 24 Dec 2008 11:43:17 GMT)
Travel to be dicey for holiday
That's the headline from this morning's USA TODAY, where reporters Larry Copeland and Emily Bazar write: "Bad weather today across much of the USA is likely to scramble the travel plans of thousands of Americans flying and driving home for... (Wed, 24 Dec 2008 12:31:57 GMT)
FOR BEGGING, WILL TRAVEL
KANGAR, Dec 24 (Bernama) -- It costs RM40 to travel by taxi from Kuala Nerang, Kedah, to this capital of Perlis. (Wed, 24 Dec 2008 13:39:23 GMT)
Travel to be dicey for holiday
Bad weather today across much of the USA is likely to scramble the travel plans of thousands of Americans flying and driving home for Christmas. (Wed, 24 Dec 2008 14:33:41 GMT)
Weather disrupts holiday travel
Many flights from RDU were running normally today, though snow and ice to the north have delayed some departures, and weather problems are threatening to interfere with air travel across the country. (Wed, 24 Dec 2008 14:39:52 GMT)
Ho, Ho ... No: Weather Makes For Sloppy Travel
More rain, sleet and snow on Wednesday is making holiday travel not so jolly: There are massive cancellations at O'Hare and another 1 to 3 inches of snow is sure to make the roads slick and sloppy. (Wed, 24 Dec 2008 14:46:28 GMT)
Denver City Council members scrimps on travel
Members of the Denver City Council racked up nearly $26,000 of travel expenses this year, but they were relatively frugal while traveling on city business. (Thu, 25 Dec 2008 00:25:50 GMT)
Holiday eve travel here subdued
Christmas Eve is one of the busier travel days in the United States, but it did not appear to be that way this year in Rhode Island. (Thu, 25 Dec 2008 03:44:27 GMT)
Not Too Shabby: Smooth Operating At NY Travel Hubs
The madness of holiday travel didn't seem to take too terrible a toll on the tri-state, with things moving fairly smoothly for the most part at the three major New York airports. Lines were short and the rush was moving along well at Newark Airport for those leaving the area. It wasn't as nice for travelers coming in though, with traffic destined for Newark experiencing delays of more than four ... (Thu, 25 Dec 2008 04:50:22 GMT)
Travel may be less ruff for pets
Not the puppy face! An airline specifically for pets, Pet Air will provide a service for those wanting their pets to travel, but hate the idea of sticking them in a kennel with cargo. (Thu, 25 Dec 2008 05:25:21 GMT)
Impact Of Travel Delays Felt At Sunport
Winter weather around the country has affected airports from California to New York and it seems most people coming into the Sunport had a travel nightmare to share. (Thu, 25 Dec 2008 06:16:55 GMT)
Storms disrupt holiday travel plans
With major winter storms disrupting travel nationwide, it's a good thing Santa has his sleigh. From Sacramento to Chicago, thousands of holiday travelers – whether on planes, trains or automobiles – faced a holiday marred by difficult travel. Snow may fall as low as Auburn in the region's foothills, as the cold storm that's wreaked havoc in the Pacific Northwest slips south into Northern ... (Thu, 25 Dec 2008 08:04:03 GMT)
Student shares travel adventures at honors conference
San Jacinto College Central student Melanie Mallory had the opportunity this past Fall to travel extensively aboard the S.S. Wilson along with her Merchant Marine father, Captain Paul James Mallory. (Thu, 25 Dec 2008 10:59:36 GMT)
Ice plagues holiday travel
FISHERS, Ind. -- Slick roads cleared up across much of Indiana on Wednesday as temperatures rose after freezing rain made travel treacherous. (Thu, 25 Dec 2008 12:06:04 GMT)
Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport seeks another travel connection
An alternative travel connection south, east or west is high on the wish list for 2009 at Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport in Springfield. (Thu, 25 Dec 2008 14:26:14 GMT)
Travel woes abound; blizzard warning for the San Juans
Deep snow was still causing travel problems on Christmas Day in the West, where the National Weather Service posted winter storm warnings and advisories over large sections. (Fri, 26 Dec 2008 07:53:10 GMT)
India tells citizens travel to Pakistan is unsafe
Source: Reuters * India tells citizens it is unsafe to travel to Pakistan * Indian PM meets military chiefs * Pakistan cancels army leave, moves some troops * Chinese foreign minister telephones counterparts ... (Fri, 26 Dec 2008 13:36:18 GMT)
India warns citizens it is unsafe to travel to Pakistan
India warned its citizens on Friday that it would be unsafe to travel to Pakistan amid heightened tension between the nuclear-armed rivals over last month's Mumbai attacks. (Fri, 26 Dec 2008 13:39:00 GMT)
Indian citizens told travel to Pakistan is unsafe
India warned its citizens on Friday it was unsafe to travel to Pakistan after the prime minister met military chiefs, and Pakistan canceled army leave and moved some troops from its western border. (Fri, 26 Dec 2008 14:34:20 GMT)
India Advises Citizens to Avoid Travel to Pakistan (Update1)
Dec. 26 (Bloomberg) -- India's foreign ministry advised its nationals not to travel to Pakistan amid rising tensions between the two countries over last month's terrorist attacks in Mumbai. (Fri, 26 Dec 2008 15:18:08 GMT)
Trip tech: 9 new travel tools to use in 2009
Mike Haney picks the best of the smaller, thinner, faster, and all-around-better travel tech gear and services you'll want in the year ahead. (Fri, 26 Dec 2008 15:27:48 GMT)
India warns travel to Pakistan is unsafe
India warned its citizens on Friday it was unsafe to travel to Pakistan and the prime minister met his military chiefs, while Pakistan canceled army leave and moved some troops from its western border. (Fri, 26 Dec 2008 15:45:40 GMT)
India tells citizens travel to Pakistan is unsafe
India warned its citizens on Friday it was unsafe to travel to Pakistan and the prime minister met his military chiefs, while Pakistan cancelled army leave and moved some troops from its western border. (Fri, 26 Dec 2008 15:50:00 GMT)
Indian citizens told travel to Pakistan is unsafe
NEW DELHI/ ISLAMABAD (Reuters) - India warned its citizens on Friday it was unsafe to travel to Pakistan after the prime minister met military chiefs, and Pakistan cancelled army leave and moved some troops from its western border. (Fri, 26 Dec 2008 15:58:24 GMT)
Bowl travel pays off for Vandy
Under NCAA rules, football players taking part in bowl games need to interrupt their winter breaks to return to school for practices and travel to the bowl sites. As a result, the school is allowed to pay the cost of airfare or driving mileage for the extra round-trip. (Fri, 26 Dec 2008 15:59:08 GMT)
India warns travel to Pakistan is unsafe
India warned its citizens on Friday it was unsafe to travel to Pakistan and the prime minister met his military chiefs, while Pakistan canceled army leave and moved some troops from its western border. (Fri, 26 Dec 2008 16:27:08 GMT)
Canadian travel regroups from icy weather
VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Dec. 26 (UPI) -- Travel improved in parts of Canada Friday after being significantly hampered by heavy winter storms during the Christmas holiday, forecasters say. (Fri, 26 Dec 2008 20:00:22 GMT)
Hotel room rates in Singapore may weaken as travel slows
SINGAPORE: Moving into 2009, hotels in Singapore are expected to suffer as travel slows and room rates weaken. (Sat, 27 Dec 2008 11:08:21 GMT)
Hotel room rates in Singapore may weaken as travel slows
SINGAPORE: Moving into 2009, hotels in Singapore are expected to suffer as travel slows and room rates weaken. This year, average room rates increased by about 8 per cent, reaching S$240 a night. (Sat, 27 Dec 2008 11:21:13 GMT)
Travel-Related Business Down In November
The cold breezes of November froze travel plans in the region last month, according to the latest Mystic Country Travel Index. Overall travel-related business in November (Sat, 27 Dec 2008 11:23:57 GMT)
Jammu and Kashmir not impacted by travel advisory against Pakistan
Srinagar/The central government's travel advisory asking Indians not to travel to Pakistan has had no immediate effect on movement of people between the state of Jammu and Kashmir and the neighbouring country, officials said Saturday. (Sat, 27 Dec 2008 11:55:25 GMT)
Bookings on bus to Lahore unaffected by travel advisory
The New Delhi-Lahore bus service has not been affected by the external affairs ministry's advisory asking Indians not to travel to the neighbouring country, an official said Saturday. (Sat, 27 Dec 2008 11:55:34 GMT)
Storm hinders travel
ALBUQUERQUE — A winter storm crossing New Mexico brought more snow, rain and gusty winds, making travel dangerous on the northern and western sides of the state. (Sat, 27 Dec 2008 14:15:30 GMT)
Storm makes travel difficult in N.M.
Storm makes travel difficult in N.M. (Sat, 27 Dec 2008 16:13:54 GMT)
McGrady out, Jazz Trio Doesn't Travel
McGrady out, Jazz trio doesn't travel for Rockets game (Sun, 28 Dec 2008 02:29:33 GMT)
College teams hurt by high travel costs
Soaring travel costs over the past year are strangling college athletics, forcing universities to consider drastic measures to save money, such as shrinking travel squads, eliminating long trips and even playing fewer games. (Sun, 28 Dec 2008 06:33:50 GMT)
Cringing look at year's oddest travel stories
If travel in 2009 is anything like it was in 2008 - and we have every reason to expect it will be - you might want to think about staying home. With a rash of arm-sucking train toilets, Braille-reading air traffic controllers, real mother- snakes on real... (Sun, 28 Dec 2008 08:22:19 GMT)
DOCUMENT-FREE TRAVEL BRINGS VISITORS BACK TO WANG KELIAN
KANGAR, Dec 28 (Bernama) -- The re-introduction of document-free travel at the Malaysia-Thai border in Perlis on Dec 5 has brought back visitors to the checkpoint town of Wang Kelian. (Sun, 28 Dec 2008 09:43:24 GMT)
Best way to travel? Study abroad
Alina Rudya The stately Central European University in Budapest, Hungary, turned out to be a good stop on Alina Rudya's travel-study itinerary. I enjoy traveling. It’s one of the biggest thrills of my life. (Sun, 28 Dec 2008 10:48:13 GMT)
Cuba to cut state travel budget after 4.3% growth
Cuba to cut state travel budget after 4.3% growth (Sun, 28 Dec 2008 11:16:50 GMT)
Holiday prices slashed in January as travel companies struggle
A record-breaking January holiday sale begins this week as desperate travel companies battle for survival. (Sun, 28 Dec 2008 11:19:42 GMT)
AAA predicts decrease in travel this season
AAA projects a slight decline in the number of Americans traveling during the Christmas holiday period. Nearly 63.9 million Americans will travel 50 miles or more from home during the Christmas holiday season, a decrease of 1.4 million travelers (2.1 percent) from last year’s total of 65.3 million. (Sun, 28 Dec 2008 13:20:45 GMT)
Travel experts: 2009 will be the year of the deal
The value of the U.S. dollar is surging, gas prices are at their lowest levels in four years, and hotel rates are softening. If you can afford a vacation, 2009 will be "the year of travel deals," predicts Genevieve Shaw Brown, senior editor of Travelocity. (Sun, 28 Dec 2008 13:48:02 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. (Sun, 28 Dec 2008 14:18:28 GMT)
Air travel returns to normal at O'Hare
Air travel returned to normal at O'Hare International Airport today following a weekend of delays and cancellations caused by poor weather. (Mon, 29 Dec 2008 04:47:27 GMT)
Going green goes beyond towels in business travel
Going the extra mile to implement green strategies when it comes to travel is becoming more common as companies accelerate their efforts to be environmentally responsible. (Mon, 29 Dec 2008 05:20:40 GMT)
Travel safely this holiday season
DPS troopers will increase patrols during the Christmas and New Year’s holidays in an effort to make travel safer on Texas roads. (Mon, 29 Dec 2008 08:09:09 GMT)
Fatality causes travel chaos
COMMUTERS returning to work after the Christmas weekend faced a travel headache this morning as services were disrupted throughout Redbridge. (Mon, 29 Dec 2008 11:20:14 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, 29 Dec 2008 13:29:50 GMT)
Delawareans less likely to travel by air over holiday
AAA Mid-Atlantic predicts people will stay closer to home this year, with a 2.1 percent decline in overall national travel and a drop of 1.2 percent in the Southeast part of the country. (Mon, 29 Dec 2008 14:04:39 GMT)
Depending On Itinerary, Travel Agent's Expertise Can Save Time And Money
Depending On Itinerary, Travel Agent's Expertise Can Save Time And Money, Despite Cost Even though I'm a travel writer, I sometimes use a travel agent. His savvy advice and careful research save me time and money. Like any professional, he charges fees. (Mon, 29 Dec 2008 14:08:37 GMT)
Top Travel Web Sites
Every year, Travel + Leisure magazine editors pour over thousands of Web sites to come up with an incredible "short list" of the best sites. They are literally the cr me de la cr me of the online travel world. (Mon, 29 Dec 2008 15:30:02 GMT)
CBI arrests 17 travel agents in Kerala
The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) Monday arrested 17 travel agents here for allegedly securing emigration clearances for their clients using fake documents. (Mon, 29 Dec 2008 16:11:35 GMT)
Travel books to plan your trips for 2009
Looking for some inspiration to plan your trips for the new year? Here are some books to guide you. And if you can't afford to take the trip of your dreams in this economy, any one of these publications will give you the right to proclaim yourself an expert armchair traveler. (Mon, 29 Dec 2008 16:21:00 GMT)
Police are seeking 3 men in slaying of travel agent
Police searched Monday for three men suspected of fatally shooting a Phoenix travel agent during an apparent afternoon robbery at her office. (Tue, 30 Dec 2008 07:52:30 GMT)
A map of Alabama's Gulf coast in the Travel section on Sunday misidentified the state to the west
A map of Alabama's Gulf coast in the Travel section on Sunday misidentified the state to the west. It is Mississippi. A photograph that was published on page 6 of Business Monday misidentified Stacey Silvera, a co-owner and vice-president of Apricot Office Supplies & Furniture. (Tue, 30 Dec 2008 08:08:25 GMT)
Israel air strikes: latest travel advice
The Foreign Office is advising against all travel to Gaza following Israel's attacks but has not modified its advice to other areas of the country. (Tue, 30 Dec 2008 11:28:54 GMT)
Cross-country travel limits on Kaibab under consideration
As part of a national directive to limit cross-country motorized travel on the national forests, Kaibab National Forest will have two public meetings regarding what forest roads to leave open south of the Grand Canyon. (Tue, 30 Dec 2008 13:22:59 GMT)
Sweetwater Police Arrest Fugitive Travel Agent
Sweetwater Police have arrested a travel agent who allegedly stole thousands of dollars from customers who thought they were buying plane tickets to go to Nicaragua but ended up empty handed once they got to the airport. (Tue, 30 Dec 2008 13:39:36 GMT)
Travel industry cleanup hauls 750 lbs of trash
The annual Travel Industry Cleanup organized by the Japan Saipan Travel Association and the Korean Travel Association of Saipan last Saturday netted a total of 750 lbs of trash and debris collected from the heart of Saipan's tourist district in downtown Garapan. (Tue, 30 Dec 2008 14:07:48 GMT)
Enter the Grand Rapids Camper Travel RV Show Giveaway!
Grand Rapids Camper, Travel & RV Show January 15-18, 2009 www.showspan.com A dozen West Michigan RV dealers representing more than 125 RV lines will pack DeVos Place in downtown Grand Rapids with more motor homes, travel trailers, fifth wheels, and folding camping trailers than have ever been exhibited before under one roof in Michigan. (Tue, 30 Dec 2008 14:15:50 GMT)
Air Travel, Freight Declines Accelerated in November, IATA Says
Dec. 30 (Bloomberg) -- Worldwide air travel fell for a third straight month in November, with cargo handling logging a “shocking” decline because of weakening global trade, the International Air Transport Association said. (Tue, 30 Dec 2008 14:37:19 GMT)
No kidding? Rough Christmas for air travel
PORTLAND, Ore., Dec. 30 (UPI) -- A consulting firm says bad weather across the United States grounded nearly 9,000 airline flights during the first half of the holiday travel season. (Tue, 30 Dec 2008 16:26:34 GMT)
Sweetwater travel agent jailed over bogus plane tickets
A West Kendall woman who operates a Sweetwater travel agency is in jail after she allegedly bilked at least a half-dozen customers out of thousands of dollars in bogus plane tickets to Nicaragua, police said. (Wed, 31 Dec 2008 08:08:51 GMT)
New Year's travelers to receive free coffee, tea at Thruway Travel Plazas
ALBANY – The New York State Thruway Authority Tuesday said the food vendors at its travel plazas will once again offer free small coffee and tea to all motorists traveling during New Year's Eve and New Year's Day. (Wed, 31 Dec 2008 11:09:03 GMT)
Strong Winds Make Travel Troublesome
High winds roared through the Miami Valley overnight, making travel difficult on the last day of the year, and in some cases drivers may see slick roads due to snow. (Wed, 31 Dec 2008 12:52:50 GMT)
EU Foreign Mins Travel To Israel Next Week Over Gaza-Official
JERUSALEM (AFP)--European foreign ministers will travel to Israel next week to discuss efforts toward a Gaza ceasefire, a European Union official said Wednesday, the fifth day of an Israeli offensive in the Hamas stronghold. (Wed, 31 Dec 2008 13:08:29 GMT)
Thruway travel plazas offer free coffee, tea on New Year's Eve, Day
Thruway travelers can get free coffee or tea at any of the highway system's more than two dozen travel plazas on New Year's Eve and New Year's Day. (Wed, 31 Dec 2008 14:08:46 GMT)
The Snow is Back; Wyoming County Travel Advisory
Rochester, N.Y. -- There is a Winter Weather Advisory for all of Western New York. The Wyoming County Sheriff has issued a travel advisory. Residents are urged to limit travel... (Wed, 31 Dec 2008 14:17:13 GMT)
McHenry team leads travel league
A McHenry Bowl team is leading one of the three divisions in the San Joaquin Travel league after the recent meet at Pacific Avenue Bowl in Stockton. (Wed, 31 Dec 2008 14:37:13 GMT)
Study Shows Many U.S. Buyers Plan Tighter Travel Policies
DECEMBER 09, 2008 -- Many travel managers, especially in the United States, plan on higher 2009 costs and expect to further restrict travel policy in response, according to AirPlus' new International Travel Management Study 2008, which it plans to release tomorrow. (Wed, 31 Dec 2008 15:40:15 GMT)
Forest Service cuts some slack on travel rules
Heeding concerns that changes to the U.S. Forest Service's travel management plan caught many outdoor enthusiasts off-guard, the agency has tweaked the plan to include three years of awareness. (Wed, 31 Dec 2008 15:59:42 GMT)
MEMA recommends travel precautions on New Year’s Eve
The Massachusetts Emergency Management Agency (MEMA) recommends that everyone take precautions if they must travel throughout the day on Wednesday, Dec. 31. (Wed, 31 Dec 2008 16:12:08 GMT)
Top 10 Travel Stories for 2008
From nudist resorts in Mexico to sea-scented villages in Ireland and the bohemian scene in Buenos Aires, find the top 10 stories from The New York Times Travel Section for 2008. (Wed, 31 Dec 2008 19:04:31 GMT)
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