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Bill to allow travel to Cuba has a better shot
A group of senators and other supporters unveiled a bill Tuesday to lift the 47-year-old travel ban to Cuba. (Wed, 01 Apr 2009 03:13:52 GMT)
U.S. Senators Move TO Lift Ban On Travel To Cuba
(RTTNews) - A bipartisan group of U.S. senators Tuesday introduced a bill in the Congress that would allow U.S. citizens to travel freely to Cuba, reports say. However, even if the travel ban were lifted the broader trade embargo would remain in place. (Wed, 01 Apr 2009 06:58:13 GMT)
Florida Sen. Mel Martinez opposes end to Cuban travel ban
Senate, House push to end the travel ban After years of trying, a bipartisan group of senators predicted Tuesday that Congress is ready to pass legislation to allow all Americans to travel to Cuba. (Wed, 01 Apr 2009 07:06:49 GMT)
Travel by Americans to Cuba could be boon for South Florida
Senate, House push to end the U.S. travel ban After years of trying, a bipartisan group of senators predicted Tuesday that Congress is ready to pass legislation to allow all Americans to travel to Cuba. (Wed, 01 Apr 2009 07:07:00 GMT)
BritRail Offers Free Travel Day on Popular BritRail Passes
Buy an economical BritRail Pass and get one extra day of travel - absolutely free! BritRail is offering this exceptional deal to travelers who purchase any of their most popular products: the BritRail (Wed, 01 Apr 2009 07:40:10 GMT)
Ban on travel to Cuba may be lifted
A bipartisan group of senators says Congress is ready to pass legislation to allow all Americans to visit Cuba. Supporters say the move would create thousands of jobs. A bipartisan group of senators predicted Tuesday that Congress was ready to pass legislation to allow all Americans to travel to Cuba. (Wed, 01 Apr 2009 07:58:58 GMT)
Martinez not keen to travel to Cuba
Cuban-born senator isn't happy with colleagues building momentum to overturn travel embargo. (Wed, 01 Apr 2009 08:39:12 GMT)
Allegiant Travel shares fall after downgrade
Shares of Allegiant Travel Co. fell Wednesday after the airline and travel operator was downgraded by Raymond James, which said the company is facing new competition. (Wed, 01 Apr 2009 16:57:16 GMT)
UNITAID strikes deal with travel bookers to fight disease
Drugs funding programme UNITAID said Wednesday it had agreed a deal with three travel booking systems that will allow holidaymakers to make a voluntary two dollar donation to fight disease in some of the world's poorest countries. (Wed, 01 Apr 2009 18:00:59 GMT)
Judge Allows Wesley Snipes to Travel Despite Tax Conviction
Wesley Snipes can travel overseas for filming, despite the U.S. government's objections (Wed, 01 Apr 2009 19:58:23 GMT)
Proposal to Lift Cuba Travel Ban Sparks Debate
A bipartisan group of 20 senators is calling for a repeal of a 47-year-old travel ban to Cuba, saying the proposal will weaken the Cuban regime that will "make a difference for democracy." (Thu, 02 Apr 2009 01:22:02 GMT)
Springtime Travel Deals In Full Bloom
Just in time to welcome the pretty yellow forsythia bushes, travel deals in the tri-state area are also in bloom. NY1's Valerie D'Elia filed the following travel report. (Thu, 02 Apr 2009 06:27:05 GMT)
Travel deals
The week's best travel deals, as reported by the Mercury News (Thu, 02 Apr 2009 07:02:41 GMT)
Menendez wants to retain ban on travel to Cuba
The most powerful Hispanic in Congress says he will oppose a bipartisan effort to lift a long-standing ban on travel to Cuba. (Thu, 02 Apr 2009 07:20:32 GMT)
Menendez to oppose Cuba travel
The most powerful Hispanic in Congress says he will oppose a bipartisan effort to lift a longstanding ban on travel to Cuba. (Thu, 02 Apr 2009 08:26:19 GMT)
At last, sane policy on travel to Cuba?
It took nearly 50 years. But this week new bipartisan legislation was introduced in the Senate and the House to revamp the obsolete U.S-Cuba policy and lift the long-standing travel embargo. (Thu, 02 Apr 2009 09:12:55 GMT)
Singapore ranked leading destination for development of travel and tourism industry
Singapore was the highest ranked country in Asia, and rated 10th globally, for the attractiveness of its environment in developing the travel and tourism industry, according to the latest World Economic Forum Travel & Tourism Competitiveness Report. (Thu, 02 Apr 2009 09:51:30 GMT)
Cuba travel fans claim big mo, Florida reps say no
Proponents of lifting the U.S. travel ban against Cuba held the second press conference in as many days Thursday, suggesting that with a new president in the White House, they've got the best opportunity for success in years. (Thu, 02 Apr 2009 22:11:21 GMT)
Travel delays loom at Yellowstone
Visitors to Yellowstone National Park this year can expect up to 30-minute delays between Madison and Norris through Gibbon Canyon as repairs are made to the section of the Grand Loop Road. The roadway opens to travel April 17. The section of road wil ... (Fri, 03 Apr 2009 06:59:39 GMT)
Federal MPs 'accept free travel'
An investigation has found that nearly a quarter of federal MPs have accepted free overseas travel from foreign governments. (Fri, 03 Apr 2009 07:30:03 GMT)
Declare all sponsored travel - Xenophon
Independent senator Nick Xenophon wants all MPs to declare sponsored travel to parliament within sixty days of travel. (Fri, 03 Apr 2009 07:42:33 GMT)
Xenophon wants tighter travel measures
Independent senator Nick Xenophon wants all MPs to declare sponsored travel to parliament within sixty days of taking their trip. (Fri, 03 Apr 2009 07:45:55 GMT)
GasanMamo opens travel kiosk
GasanMamo Insurance has installed the first ever online travel kiosk in Malta at the check-in lounge at the Malta International Airport. (Fri, 03 Apr 2009 08:28:47 GMT)
Travel: Delays all day
DUNMORE --PennDOT says drivers should expect some delays today on Interstate 81. The southbound passing lane of I-81 from Exit 184, River Street, to Exit 182, Davis Street, will be closed between 9 and 10 a.m. as crews collect concrete cores. The same type of work will close the northbound travel lane from Exit 180, Moosic, to Exit 182, Davis Street, between 1 and 2 p.m. (Fri, 03 Apr 2009 08:29:46 GMT)
Gov’t agencies assure safe travel to Bicol
Government agencies engaged in travel safety have activated their action teams to assist and ensure the safety of travelers to the provinces for the Holy Week. (Fri, 03 Apr 2009 09:13:49 GMT)
Rudd looks at funded travel for Opposition
THE Federal Government is set to provide taxpayer-funded overseas travel for the shadow foreign affairs minister as a first step towards curbing the widespread use of travel gifts. (Fri, 03 Apr 2009 09:59:16 GMT)
Obama To Lift Family Travel Ban, Remittances To Cuba: WSJ
Obama To Lift Family Travel Ban, Remittances To Cuba: WSJ (Fri, 03 Apr 2009 22:34:46 GMT)
Obama to free Cuba family travel, remittances: report
U.S. President Barack Obama plans to abolish restrictions on family travel and remittances to Cuba, fulfilling a campaign promise, the Wall Street Journal reported on Friday. (Fri, 03 Apr 2009 22:48:42 GMT)
Report: Obama to ease Cuba travel
WASHINGTON, April 3 (UPI) -- U.S. President Barack Obama plans to remove travel restrictions on Cuban-Americans wishing to visit relatives in Cuba, an administration official said. (Sat, 04 Apr 2009 01:17:54 GMT)
Obama May Lift U.S. Travel Restrictions to Cuba, Official Says
April 3 (Bloomberg) -- President Barack Obama may lift a travel ban on Cuban-Americans wanting to visit family in the communist nation, according to an administration official. (Sat, 04 Apr 2009 03:08:15 GMT)
Travel Discounts In Time For Summer Vacations
Travel industry experts said this year's summer travel will be easy to find and easy to afford. (Sat, 04 Apr 2009 04:16:32 GMT)
Report: Obama To Lift Travel Restrictions On Cuba
President Obama plans to lift a long-standing U.S. restriction on family travel and remittances to Cuba, according to the Wall Street Journal. The paper cites a senior administration official speaking on condition of anonymity. (Sat, 04 Apr 2009 04:40:22 GMT)
Obama May Lift Cuba Travel Rules as Island Nation Eyes Oil Help
April 4 (Bloomberg) -- President Barack Obama may lift bans on family travel and remittances to Cuba, a possible prelude to a new era of thawing relations between the U.S. and the communist country, according to an administration official. (Sat, 04 Apr 2009 04:53:18 GMT)
Travel news in brief
A roundup of the week's travel news including the latest on Cunard's new queen. (Sat, 04 Apr 2009 07:22:04 GMT)
World Travel Awards industry address for immediate release
As well as addressing the challenges that a deteriorating world economy will bring to the travel and tourism industry, the key message in the latest UNWTO World Tourism Barometer is that times of crisis often lead to the biggest opportunities. (Sat, 04 Apr 2009 08:21:40 GMT)
Travel industry woos jobless
Pink slip travelers? Furlough tourists? Jobless vacationers? Call them what you will, they are a surprising new target for travel bargains aimed at the unemployed, the furloughed and jittery workers fearful of being laid off. (Sat, 04 Apr 2009 09:06:54 GMT)
Lexington Travel Club to discuss Maine
The Lexington Travel Club will meet at 7 p.m. April 14 at Hunter Presbyterian Church, 109 Rosemont G (Sun, 05 Apr 2009 06:08:58 GMT)
April full of bargain travel opportunities
In just a few weeks, we'll be entering the summer, and almost everyone in travel will be charging their top prices. Travel people tend to be optimistic in the high season of summer, but nervous in spring. And bargains for summer travel continue to be offered throughout April. (Sun, 05 Apr 2009 06:14:09 GMT)
Fake travel insurance? Six questions to ask before buying
George Fredrickson never suspected the travel insurance he bought for his transatlantic cruise last year was fake. (Sun, 05 Apr 2009 07:18:37 GMT)
Travel advice: getting the best deal on foreign currency
Sophie Butler considers which foreign exchange dealers offer the best rates and answers readers' travel queries. (Sun, 05 Apr 2009 07:22:22 GMT)
Travel Q&A | Tips on visiting Orlando in August.
Travel tips on visiting Orlando in August. (Sun, 05 Apr 2009 07:28:14 GMT)
Travel deal of the week
A sweet deal for those who like to do a little diving with their beach vacation. For $700 per person (based on double occupancy), you get five nights in an ocean-view room at Bolongo Bay, plus six dives per person with the St. Thomas Diving Club. The price includes taxes. It does not cover airfare (from Detroit, about $400 round-trip). The deal is good for travel May 1 through Oct. 31. E-mail ... (Sun, 05 Apr 2009 07:43:09 GMT)
Mosaid Travel signs GDS agreement with Travelport
Travelport, one of the world's leading providers of global distribution systems, has announced that Mosaid Travel, one of the most well established travel agencies in Saudi Arabia, has converted to its Galileo GDS. (Sun, 05 Apr 2009 07:51:30 GMT)
Travel briefs
Frommer book packed with tips Travel guru Arthur Frommer is out with a new book: Ask Arthur Frommer & Travel Better, Cheaper, Smarter (Frommer's, $19.95). (Sun, 05 Apr 2009 08:50:58 GMT)
DOT advised no travel on I-90 west of Murdo, S.D.
PIERRE, S.D. (AP) - South Dakota transportation officials issued a no-travel advisory for Interstate 90 from Murdo west to the South Dakota-Wyoming state line on Saturday. (Sun, 05 Apr 2009 09:19:14 GMT)
Menendez will oppose lifting of Cuba travel ban
The most powerful Hispanic in Congress says he will oppose a bipartisan effort to lift a longstanding ban on travel to Cuba. (Sun, 05 Apr 2009 09:51:32 GMT)
UBS introduces worldwide travel ban in wealth management
Switzerland's UBS , the world's largest wealth management company in terms of assets, has issued a worldwide travel ban for wealth management client advisors, a spokeswoman said. (Sun, 05 Apr 2009 15:54:44 GMT)
UBS imposes travel ban for some managers
Swiss bank UBS AG, which is being investigated by the U.S. for tax fraud, said Sunday that it has forbidden its travel client managers from traveling abroad. (Sun, 05 Apr 2009 16:54:28 GMT)
Business travel slowdown hurts Maritz Inc.
One St. Louis company has felt the impact of the business travel slump more acutely than others. (Mon, 06 Apr 2009 04:45:37 GMT)
What is the most elaborate travel plans you’ve made for a leisure traveler?
Travel for wedding party took planning Christine Bolus, travel consultant, Platinum Travel In the summer of 2007, Bolus booked a destination wedding to an all-inclusive resort in Cancun, Mexico, for a couple. She also booked their honeymoon at the Four Seasons Resort in Costa Rica. (Mon, 06 Apr 2009 04:47:21 GMT)
Yahoo shuts down bargain travel site
Yahoo Inc. is shutting down its travel bargains Web site FareChase, redirecting users to its main travel site. (Mon, 06 Apr 2009 04:47:23 GMT)
AAA adds national travel blog with tips, planning guides
AAA, a nationwide association of state and regional independent travel clubs, has launched a national blog to help members and others with their travel plans. (Mon, 06 Apr 2009 04:47:43 GMT)
Travel requirements changing for land, sea
On June 1, the U.S. government will implement the full requirements of the land and sea phase of the Western Hemisphere Travel initiative. The initiative requires all citizens of the United States, Canada, Mexico and Bermuda to have a passport or other accepted document to travel between the United States to other countries in the Western Hemisphere. (Mon, 06 Apr 2009 04:47:53 GMT)
DOT advised no travel on I-90 west of Murdo, S.D.
PIERRE, S.D. (AP) - South Dakota transportation officials issued a no-travel advisory for Interstate 90 from Murdo west to the South Dakota-Wyoming state line on Saturday. (Mon, 06 Apr 2009 06:19:14 GMT)
Travel bargains a silver lining to recession
The recession and worldwide economic downturn is proving to be a benefit to people still planning vacations or wanting to travel. Gasoline prices are stable, airfares are down and bargains can be found in all aspects of travel, according to people who monitor the industry. (Mon, 06 Apr 2009 06:24:35 GMT)
A new body for travel intermediaries launched in Europe
A number of Europe’s leading travel intermediaries have jointly launched the European Technology & Travel Services Association (ETTSA). Its members include Global Distribution Systems and travel distributors in Europe. (Mon, 06 Apr 2009 09:13:05 GMT)
UBS Introduces Worldwide Travel Ban In Wealth Management
Switzerland’s UBS , the world’s largest wealth management company in terms of assets, has issued a worldwide travel ban for wealth management client advisors, a spokeswoman told Reuters. (Mon, 06 Apr 2009 11:19:34 GMT)
US poised to lift Cuba family travel restrictions
President Barack Obama plans to ease restrictions on travel to Cuba for Cuban-Americans, but will keep in place a 47-year US economic embargo on the communist island, his special envoy to an upcoming regional summit said Monday. (Mon, 06 Apr 2009 22:11:38 GMT)
Fla. Travel Agencies Cited For 'Giveaways'
Two Florida travel agencies are in trouble in Texas for alleged false giveaways. (Tue, 07 Apr 2009 03:00:29 GMT)
Families forced to travel for water
About 100 families close to Shepparton are having to travel a 20 kilometre round-trip to get water for their homes and livestock. (Tue, 07 Apr 2009 04:05:07 GMT)
Travel remains top passion for Asia's high-flyers
Travel is the not-so-guilty passion of Asia's top money earners, according to a survey by Visa, with people from Hong Kong and India most likely to go on a weekend get-away. (Tue, 07 Apr 2009 06:33:30 GMT)
WestJet fills fewer seats in March without Easter travel
WestJet Airlines Ltd. filled 81.9 per cent of its seats last month, down from a load factor of 86.6 per cent in March 2008 that included Easter Holiday travel. (Tue, 07 Apr 2009 08:36:19 GMT)
Nigeria: Court Grants Fayose Permission to Travel Abroad
Lagos — A Federal High Court in Lagos yesterday granted leave to former Ekiti State Governor, Mr. Ayodele Fayose, to travel abroad for medical attention. The court also ordered the release of his international passport for the said travel. (Tue, 07 Apr 2009 08:48:06 GMT)
Mooresville travel agent sentenced for scheme targeting seniors
CHARLOTTEThe owner of a Mooresville travel agency has been sentenced to two years in prison and ordered to repay more than $450,000 to hundreds of clients after admitting he took their money and didn't book their trips. (Tue, 07 Apr 2009 09:40:45 GMT)
NC travel agent gets 2 years for taking money
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) - The owner of a Mooresville travel agency has been sentenced to two years in prison and ordered to repay more than $450,000 to hundreds of clients after admitting he took their money and didn't book their trips. (Tue, 07 Apr 2009 09:44:46 GMT)
Spring Snow Causing Tricky Travel This Morning
Most roads in the Tri-Cities are wet. But the higher the elevation, the greater the risk for slick spots. CLICK HERE for an early round-up of travel trouble spots. (Tue, 07 Apr 2009 09:51:19 GMT)
6 tips to avoid travel insurance scams
George Fredrickson never suspected the travel insurance he bought for his transatlantic cruise last year was fake. (Tue, 07 Apr 2009 12:49:25 GMT)
Travel briefs
Botswana and HBO partner on 'No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency' travel contest (Tue, 07 Apr 2009 14:19:54 GMT)
Obama To Loosen Restrictions On Travel To Cuba
White House officials have indicated President Obama will announce policy changes that would allow Cuban-Americans to send unlimited money back to family members, and travel freely to the island. Also, Congress is debating bills that would allow all Americans to go to Cuba. (Tue, 07 Apr 2009 18:12:50 GMT)
Ten Travel Traps To Avoid
Before booking vacation travel, look out for these hidden costs. (Tue, 07 Apr 2009 22:58:10 GMT)
Allied Tour and Travel buys Fun Tours of Lincoln
Allied Tour and Travel of Nortfolk has purchased Lincoln-based tour operator Fun Tours. Terms were not disclosed. “Both companies have similar high-quality tours and serve the same markets of Nebraska and western Iowa,” said Dave Busskohl, president, Allied Travel and Tours, in a news release. (Wed, 08 Apr 2009 05:24:22 GMT)
U.S. ready to relax financial, travel restrictions on Cuba
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Barack Obama will soon move to ease travel and financial restrictions on Cuba as his administration conducts a broad review of its policy toward the communist nation, a senior American official said Monday. (Wed, 08 Apr 2009 06:31:52 GMT)
Area travel industry seeks help buying ads
CODY - Citing uncertain prospects for the local travel industry during the continuing recession, members of the Park County Travel Council are seeking a one-time funding boost from the county and the city of Cody. "I've never seen anything like this. ... (Wed, 08 Apr 2009 07:00:06 GMT)
Area travel industry seeks help buying ads
CODY - Citing uncertain prospects for the local travel industry during the continuing recession, members of the Park County Travel Council are seeking a one-time funding boost from the county and the city of Cody. (Wed, 08 Apr 2009 07:10:54 GMT)
Travel Tender Play Yard Recall
About 25,000 Travel Tender play yards, made in China and imported by Simplicity Inc. and SFCA Inc., of Reading, Pa., because one or more rails can collapse unexpectedly, posing a fall or entrapment hazard to young children. The Consumer Product Safety Commission says it knows of at least five reports of one or more rails collapsing. No injuries have been reported. The recalled play yards are ... (Wed, 08 Apr 2009 09:04:39 GMT)
Budget travel site Orbitz offers discount blitz: No fee for tickets; Cheaptickets, Expedia beware
ORBITZ Worldwide plans to waive booking fees on flights reserved on Orbitz.com and Cheaptickets.com through next month, a move that pits the company against rivals in a battle for spring travel customers. (Wed, 08 Apr 2009 17:02:27 GMT)
Rail passengers face Easter disruption as ten million travel by train
Rail passengers face widespread disruption over the Easter weekend as an estimated 10 million people will travel by train. (Thu, 09 Apr 2009 06:22:40 GMT)
Church and travel agency plan group trip to Passion Play in Germany
STANHOPE Blessed Kateri Tekakwitha Parish and Byram Travel in Stanhope are sponsoring a pilgrimage to the 2010 Passion Play in Germany and are seeking interested people to participate. (Thu, 09 Apr 2009 06:26:43 GMT)
Hitwise Monthly Travel Category Report - March 2009
Traffic Distribution Analysis: 37.86% of all visits to the online 'Travel' industry went to the top 10 websites for the month of March, 2009. 47.23% went to the top 20 websites and 68.81% went to the top 100 websites. | Visit Duration Analysis: The average visit duration for visits to the online 'Travel' industry was 9 minutes, 20 seconds for the month of March, 2009. This is a minimal decrease ... (Thu, 09 Apr 2009 06:36:24 GMT)
Easter set to test travel network
About two million people will travel abroad this Easter, with Thursday expected to be the busiest day for traffic and for airports. (Thu, 09 Apr 2009 06:37:31 GMT)
Travel deals: Galapagos, Britain, La Jolla, Chicago, European river cruises
The week's best travel deals, as reported by the Mercury News (Thu, 09 Apr 2009 07:02:29 GMT)
Nigeria: Court Grants Grange Leave to Travel Abroad
An Abuja high court sitting in Maitama yesterday gave the former Minister of Health, Professor Adenike Grange, the green-light to travel to the United States of America for medical check up. (Thu, 09 Apr 2009 08:01:19 GMT)
Travel editor gives tips and tricks for hotel, air deals
NBC “Today” show travel editor and “Travel Detective” Peter Greenberg will talk at the Newport Beach Central Library at 7 p.m. Thursday about how to find good deals on hotel rooms and airline tickets in the down economy. (Thu, 09 Apr 2009 08:35:02 GMT)
“The average number of terms in a travel-related search phrase has increased from 2.5 to 4+”
Attribution modeling is very important in understanding how customers consume media and how this consumption affects bookings on a site. Based on these attribution models, travel companies decide upon the best search, bidding, and messaging strategies to meet their overall goals. (Thu, 09 Apr 2009 09:12:22 GMT)
Grand Hyatt Doha to be showcased at Arabian Travel Market 2009
Representatives of Grand Hyatt Doha have confirmed that the newly launched hotel will be showcased at the Arabian Travel Market (ATM) in Dubai next month. (Thu, 09 Apr 2009 09:21:30 GMT)
Scots gear up for Easter travel
Almost 250,000 people are due to travel from Scottish airports over Easter but there is a drop in the numbers leaving the country. (Thu, 09 Apr 2009 23:32:58 GMT)
CONSUMER ALERT: Fake Travel Insurance Being Sold in Colorado
ARVADA- The Colorado Division of Insurance has issued a Cease and Desist order against Prime Travel Protection, Inc. (Fri, 10 Apr 2009 00:59:55 GMT)
Admissions to scale back on travel
Harvard University admissions announced its plans to cut down on travel outreach last month, and now Penn plans to do the same. Dean of Admissions Eric Furda said he expects "to scale back in the fall" and find "more cost-effective ways of recruitment than planes, trains and automobiles. (Fri, 10 Apr 2009 04:06:43 GMT)
Church and travel agency plan group trip to Passion Play in Germany
STANHOPE Blessed Kateri Tekakwitha Parish and Byram Travel in Stanhope are sponsoring a pilgrimage to the 2010 Passion Play in Germany and are seeking interested people to participate. (Fri, 10 Apr 2009 06:46:12 GMT)
Innovative Fusive Travel Technology Takes Off
Fusive Ltd have today launched the beta version of their Hotelligence™ technology that is set to shake up online travel and hotel meta-search. (Fri, 10 Apr 2009 07:01:00 GMT)
More than 10 million to travel as Easter getaway continues
More than 10 million people are expected to travel this weekend as the Easter exodus continues. (Fri, 10 Apr 2009 07:23:44 GMT)
Nigeria: Sylva - UK Travel Alert On Niger Delta Misleading
Lagos — Bayelsa State Governor, Timipre Sylva, said Tuesday's travel advice by the British government warning its citizens against travels to the Niger Delta was "misleading." (Fri, 10 Apr 2009 08:03:51 GMT)
Fatal Accident Derails Easter Travel Plans
Easter rail travellers have seen their travel plans disrupted after the West Coast main line was blocked by a fatal accident. (Fri, 10 Apr 2009 08:30:00 GMT)
Travel editor gives tips and tricks for hotel, air deals
NBC “Today” show travel editor and “Travel Detective” Peter Greenberg will talk at the Newport Beach Central Library at 7 p.m. Thursday about how to find good deals on hotel rooms and airline tickets in the down economy. (Fri, 10 Apr 2009 09:54:57 GMT)
Travel guru Peter Greenberg brings radio show to Baltimore
Travel expert and author brings his radio show to Baltimore With a live broadcast from the Inner Harbor set for Saturday, the travel author talks about why he loves Baltimore and answers 5 questions about the state of travel (Fri, 10 Apr 2009 22:58:26 GMT)
Cost Saving Travel Tips - Part 5
For the average person it can be very hard trying to find the advertised travel deals out there. Many times it takes more than checking the front page of a few web sites to actually find them. (Fri, 10 Apr 2009 23:14:29 GMT)
My Life In Travel: Anthony Head
Head says: 'One of the joys of being an actor is that there's usually someone who takes care of the travel arrangements.' First holiday memory? (Fri, 10 Apr 2009 23:30:54 GMT)
U.S. travel industry deeply concerned at drop in visitor numbers
The U.S. Travel Association has expressed deep concern about newly released Department of Commerce data showing that overseas arrivals to the United States plummeted nearly 8% in January. (Sat, 11 Apr 2009 00:40:18 GMT)
U.S. opposes Fla. limits on Cuba travel
MIAMI, April 11 (UPI) -- A lawyer for the U.S. Justice Department argued at a hearing Friday against a Florida law aimed at making travel to Cuba more difficult. (Sat, 11 Apr 2009 04:32:56 GMT)
U.S. opposes Fla. limits on Cuba travel
A lawyer for the U.S. Justice Department argued at a hearing Friday against a Florida law aimed at making travel to Cuba more difficult.Michelle Bennett told a federal magistrate in Miami that the law, which requires travel agencies to post a $250,000 bond and pay as much as $2,500 in registration fees, is unconstitutional, The Miami Herald reported. Bennett said federal law pre-empts state ... (Sat, 11 Apr 2009 05:13:28 GMT)
Several UM tracksters travel to Colorado Invite
A portion of the University of Montana outdoor track and field team's sprinters and hurdlers will travel to Boulder, Colo., this week for Saturday's Colorado Invitational. The meet, which includes athletes from 16 schools, will be held at CU's Potts Field. (Sat, 11 Apr 2009 05:46:10 GMT)
Church and travel agency plan group trip to Passion Play in Germany
STANHOPE Blessed Kateri Tekakwitha Parish and Byram Travel in Stanhope are sponsoring a pilgrimage to the 2010 Passion Play in Germany and are seeking interested people to participate. (Sat, 11 Apr 2009 06:47:41 GMT)
City to curtail travel expenses
Iowa City employees spent $405,272 on all travel in 2008, according to city records. In an effort to limit those costs, the city has changed how it reviews out-of-state travel requests. (Sat, 11 Apr 2009 08:27:50 GMT)
2 men rob Pilot Travel Center
CHESTERFIELD — Police are still looking for suspects in an early morning robbery at the Pilot Travel Center at 2126 Ruffin Mill Road. (Sat, 11 Apr 2009 08:42:22 GMT)
More jobs to go at Flight Centre as travel slows
Flight Centre managing director Graham Turner says more staff will go at the travel agency, despite predicting the worst of the economic slowdown has passed. Australia's largest travel agency has for (Sun, 12 Apr 2009 04:21:46 GMT)
Genesee County school boards, superintendents rack up $370,000 in travel expenses
JOURNAL EXTRAS Here is a list of what Genesee County's 22 public school districts have spent on travel for school board members and superintendents since July 1, 2006. - Beecher $65,236.24 - GISD $62,197.75 - Flint $42,157.72 - Westwood Heights... (Sun, 12 Apr 2009 05:15:17 GMT)
Read travel insurance policy carefully
Q: We're having a problem with a travel insurance claim, and need some help sorting it out. We recently booked a European river cruise through Grand Circle Travel. Since my husband and I are both over 80 years old, we were interested in a trip cancellation policy, in case we couldn't make it. (Sun, 12 Apr 2009 06:08:50 GMT)
Travel Troubleshooter: One trip, two bills ...
Q: We've been ripped off royally by an Internet travel agency. My husband and I took a trip to Grand Cayman a few months ago for our fifth anniversary. (Sun, 12 Apr 2009 07:07:46 GMT)
Travel news in brief
A roundup of the week's travel news including more trouble for Hebridean and a warning against buying Moroccan dirhams in Britain. (Sun, 12 Apr 2009 07:18:33 GMT)
Plan ahead to avoid travel fees
Be aware of commonly charged travel fees, and you may be able to save hundreds of dollars a year while traveling. Hotels: Ask hotels and... (Sun, 12 Apr 2009 07:22:35 GMT)
Getting the most from online travel sites
Quick question: When is the last time you used a travel agent? If you're like many travelers who have become online do-it-yourselfers, you may not remember. Sure, agents are still very useful, especially for complex international trips. But when it comes to... (Sun, 12 Apr 2009 07:49:35 GMT)
Go now: Mini Travel Organizer
Rick Steves' Mini Travel Organizer About the size of a hardcover book, this zippered pouch with shoulder strap is designed to hold and protect a pair of guidebooks. But its real value is as a day-pack substitute you don't have to check at the museum security... (Sun, 12 Apr 2009 07:50:25 GMT)
Travel sites now speaking tourists' languages
With tourism numbers down considerably in Hawaii, some travel Web sites are coming up with new ideas to lure more visitors here. The creators of one Web (Sun, 12 Apr 2009 08:36:57 GMT)
For a value-added travel agent, start by getting references
Question: Your March 8 "On the Spot" column mentioned using "a cruise-connected travel agent" to get preferential cruise deals. That sounds good, but travel articles never seem to tell how to find agents who legitimately fit this category, rather than just any old travel agent who might make such claims. How do we do this? (Sun, 12 Apr 2009 09:18:32 GMT)
FACTBOX-Travel warnings for Thailand after weekend mayhem
April 13 (Reuters) - Travel Security Services issued advice to its clients on Monday to defer all non-essential travel to Bangkok and nearby areas, as unrest flared in the Thai capital. (Mon, 13 Apr 2009 02:56:11 GMT)
Aussies told to reconsider travel plans
Australians are being told to reconsider any plans to travel to Thailand as the capital Bangkok remains in a state of emergency following mass demonstrations by anti-government protesters. Thai troops (Mon, 13 Apr 2009 04:36:48 GMT)
California travel industry takes case for tourism to Congress
The people who make their living in the travel industry are getting vocal about the drubbing they’re getting by lawmakers angry about corporate excess. (Mon, 13 Apr 2009 04:39:58 GMT)
Savvy Aussies save money on travel
It seems a global economic crisis is not enough to stop many Australians from packing their bags and planning an overseas holiday, according to research by AAMI International Travel Insurance. The res (Mon, 13 Apr 2009 05:06:47 GMT)
Ten travel traps to avoid
Before booking vacation travel, look out for these hidden costs. (Mon, 13 Apr 2009 05:57:39 GMT)
Rudd upgrades Thailand travel advisory
The Rudd Government has upgraded its travel advisory for Thailand, in the wake of fresh clashes between anti government protestors and the military in the capital Bangkok. (Mon, 13 Apr 2009 06:43:38 GMT)
Countries issue travel advisories for Thailand
France, Britain, Australia and the United States were among countries that issued travel advisories Monday as Thai soldiers fired automatic weapons in an attempt to control spiraling anti-government protests in the capital. (Mon, 13 Apr 2009 06:46:00 GMT)
UAE embassy issues travel advisory after riots rock Bangkok
Dubai: The UAE Embassy in Bangkok has urged Emiratis not to travel to Thailand where anti-government protests have escalated. The embassy confirmed that all UAE citizens in Thailand were fine. Moham... (Mon, 13 Apr 2009 08:37:43 GMT)
More countries warn against travel to Thailand
APRIL 13 – Travel Security Services issued advice to its clients on Monday to defer all non-essential travel to Bangkok and nearby areas, as unrest flared in the Thai capital. Following are the latest travel advisories issued in response to the unrest: TRAVEL SECURITY SERVICES – The joint venture between Control Risks and International SOS, which provides security advice and support to business ... (Mon, 13 Apr 2009 09:29:57 GMT)
Thailand travel advisory upgraded
The Rudd Government has upgraded its travel advisory for Thailand, in the wake of fresh clashes in the capital Bangkok. (Mon, 13 Apr 2009 09:42:30 GMT)
Obama lifting some Cuba travel, money restrictions
US President Barack Obama plans Monday to lift restrictions on some travel and remittances to Cuba by Cuban-Americans with family on the island, a White House official told AFP. (Mon, 13 Apr 2009 16:42:55 GMT)
Alaska Democrats blast Gov. Palin for travel
Alaska Democrats are blasting Gov. Sarah Palin's decision to travel outside the state this week as the state Legislature's session winds down. (Mon, 13 Apr 2009 19:56:59 GMT)
Obama lifts limits on travel to Cuba
President Barack Obama has decided to lift restrictions on travel and money transfers by Cuban Americans to the island nation, but is keeping in place a broader trade embargo. (Mon, 13 Apr 2009 21:19:00 GMT)
Obama lifts limits on travel to Cuba by Cuban Americans
WASHINGTON — President Barack Obama on Monday made the first U.S. overture toward Cuba in decades, lifting all travel and gift restrictions for Cuban Americans and sending charter tour companies scrambling for more and bigger jets to meet the expected demand. (Mon, 13 Apr 2009 23:03:00 GMT)
Will Obama Open Up All U.S. Travel to Cuba?
As he prepares for a regional summit, Obama has lifted travel restrictions for Cuban Americans. Here's how he can get the rest of Cuba policy right (Tue, 14 Apr 2009 00:20:12 GMT)
US eases travel, money restraints on Cuba
In a measured break with a half-century of U.S. policy toward communist Cuba, the Obama administration lifted restrictions Monday on Cuban-Americans who want to travel and send money to their island homeland. (Tue, 14 Apr 2009 04:07:21 GMT)
Obama Eases Restrictions on Travel, Money Transfers to Cuba
April 14 (Bloomberg) -- President Barack Obama lifted all travel limits for Cuban-Americans visiting family in Cuba as part of an administration push to promote “freedom” in the communist county. (Tue, 14 Apr 2009 04:27:25 GMT)
Obama allows unlimited travel to Cuba by relatives
Restrictions on money transfers to family members on the island are also lifted. Many trade restrictions remain in place. The Obama administration announced Monday that it would permit unlimited travel to Cuba by Cuban Americans and lift limits on transfers of money to relatives on the Caribbean island while keeping in place many long-standing U.S. trade restrictions. (Tue, 14 Apr 2009 04:38:23 GMT)
Native hopes competition drives down travel costs
Elio Montenegro, 52, last visited Cuba four years ago, making the trip for the first time since he left the island as a 10-year-old boy. He hopes with U.S. limitations on travel and money transfers lifted, he'll be able to make the trip at least annually to visit his 20-some relatives there. He expects the cost -- then about $2,500 a person -- to come down as airlines and hotels compete ... (Tue, 14 Apr 2009 09:45:50 GMT)
Streets and San travel change
The Department of Streets and Sanitation at the center of the city hiring scandal has altered its travel policy -- and asked the inspector general's office to review past reimbursements -- amid concern about trips taken by forestry workers who examine trees. Foresters drive long distances in their own vehicles to nurseries in Illinois and Wisconsin. There, they inspect, select and tag by hand ... (Tue, 14 Apr 2009 09:47:05 GMT)
C-Suite Travel Tips
It's possible to travel in style and save money while doing so. (Tue, 14 Apr 2009 10:11:28 GMT)
Judge: Fla.'s Cuban travel law unconstitutional
A judge says a Florida law that would make it more expensive for travel agents to book trips to Cuba is unconstitutional because it interferes with foreign policy. (Tue, 14 Apr 2009 15:26:36 GMT)
Travel Agents Booking Trips to Cuba Win Suit
Florida travel agencies that book trips to Cuba gained a victory when a federal district judge overturned a state law that required them to post a bond of $250,000 each. (Wed, 15 Apr 2009 02:56:14 GMT)
Cuba travel policy splits old guard, newer exiles
The relaxation of travel restrictions to Cuba by President Barack Obama has sparked bitter philosophical exchanges in Miami-Dade between old guard Cuban exiles and newer arrivals who pushed for the change. (Wed, 15 Apr 2009 07:08:18 GMT)
Travel agencies' hurdle removed
Travel agencies specializing in trips to Cuba will not have to pay increased fees and bonds, after a federal judge on Tuesday overturned a 2008 state law aimed at boosting regulation of the agencies. (Wed, 15 Apr 2009 07:11:59 GMT)
President Barack Obama catches heat from all sides for easing travel limits to Cuba
President Barack Obama's easing of travel restrictions on Cuban Americans drew faint praise Tuesday from Fidel Castro -- but left critics on either side of the U.S-Cuba policy debate disappointed. (Wed, 15 Apr 2009 07:12:02 GMT)
Travel Intelligence Raises GBP2.2 Million
LONDON -(Dow Jones)- Travel Intelligence said Wednesday it has closed a GBP2.2M fund raising from private equity investors Saints Capital and Big Bang Ventures. (Wed, 15 Apr 2009 07:12:43 GMT)
TUI, Billionaire Mordashov, Agree to Form Russia Travel Venture
April 15 (Bloomberg) -- TUI AG, the German owner of Europe’s largest travel company, agreed to form a joint venture with Russian billionaire Alexei Mordashov ’s tourism assets to expand in the former Soviet Union. (Wed, 15 Apr 2009 08:04:23 GMT)
BAA Airport Traffic Falls as Recession Curbs Travel (Update1)
April 15 (Bloomberg) -- BAA Ltd. , owner of London’s Heathrow, Gatwick and Stansted airports, said traffic declined for a 12th consecutive month as the recession dampened business and leisure travel. (Wed, 15 Apr 2009 08:20:47 GMT)
Cuba on horizon but U.S. travel industry cautious
The U.S. leisure industry could reap rich rewards if lawmakers relax Cuban travel bans, but industry experts warn that several hurdles still block a potentially huge payday for cruise companies, hotels and airlines. (Wed, 15 Apr 2009 17:43:09 GMT)
Tui Travel gains foothold in Russian market
Tui Travel , Europe’s largest tour operator, is to expand its presence in the rapidly growing Russian market through a joint venture with Alexey Mordashov, the Russian steel billionaire. (Thu, 16 Apr 2009 06:06:03 GMT)
MOFA lowers travel alert for certain areas of Thailand
TAIPEI, Taiwan --The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) lowered its travel alert for certain areas of Thailand Thursday, lifting its advisory for travelers to postpone trips to those locations, but still advised caution. (Thu, 16 Apr 2009 07:03:25 GMT)
Eagles to benefit from Dogs' travel burden
So often on the receiving end of a difficult travel schedule, particularly in the early years of the club’s existence, West Coast will hold the pre-match advantage going into their clash with the West (Thu, 16 Apr 2009 07:38:45 GMT)
Iowa House passes bills on athletics travel, pledge of allegiance
DES MOINES --- Kirk Ferentz might have to get permission to travel to out-of-state football games this fall and K-12 students would be required to start the school day by reciting the Pledge of Allegiance under legislation approved 55-43 by the Iowa House Tuesday night. (Thu, 16 Apr 2009 08:00:24 GMT)
Al Bustan Centre and Residence to participate in Kazakhstan International Travel and Tourism Fair
Al Bustan Centre & Residence, the deluxe hotel apartments which offer world-class services and facilities in the heart of Dubai, is participating in Kazakhstan International Travel & Tourism Fair (KITF) running from April 23 -25 in the picturesque City of Almaty. (Thu, 16 Apr 2009 08:51:30 GMT)
Travel Intelligence raises £2.2 million
Travel Intelligence Group has secured £2.2 million from private equity investors Saints Capital and Big Bang Ventures. The funding is to be used to further develop its technology platform, accelerate growth through acquisitions, develop the website travelintelligence.com and recruit high level team members where appropriate. (Thu, 16 Apr 2009 08:57:42 GMT)
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