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TUI Travel Gains Most in Three Months on Speculation TUI Considers Buyout
TUI Travel Plc rose the most in more than three months in London trading after Financial Times Deutschland reported that majority owner TUI AG is weighing the purchase of the shares it doesn’t already own. (Wed, 01 Sep 2010 01:33:47 -0700)
Top European Travel Professionals Meet at Online Marketing & Social Media in Travel Summit
How can travel companies get the most out of the time and resources they allocate to online marketing and social media? What innovative strategies and tactics can be deployed to drive real return on social media and avoid wasting time? When and how should travel companies invest in mobile? (Wed, 01 Sep 2010 03:19:27 -0700)
No travel advisory for Indonesia for now
PUTRAJAYA: The government does not plan to issue an advisory against travel to Indonesia at this stage, despite the latest incident in West Kalimantan on Sunday, said Datuk Seri Najib Tun Razak. (Wed, 01 Sep 2010 07:09:55 -0700)
ATCO sells travel business to Maritime Travel; terms not disclosed
CALGARY - Maritime Travel Inc., one of Canada's largest independently owned travel agency groups, has bought the travel assets of Alberta energy (Wed, 01 Sep 2010 08:17:17 -0700)
Travel agent testifies about possible airline merger
A travel agent testified in federal court that she joined the case because she feared higher fares and reduced flights. (Wed, 01 Sep 2010 15:49:30 -0700)
AOL Travel warns readers to steer clear of North Las Vegas
AOL Travel is telling its readers to stay out of North Las Vegas. In an Aug. 26 article titled “Safe and Dangerous Places in Las Vegas,” AOL Travel listed North Las Vegas as an area to avoid. (Wed, 01 Sep 2010 20:44:35 -0700)
TUI Travel climbs on talk of German bid for rest of firm
Tour operator TUI Travel saw its shares boosted yesterday as rumours circulated that its majority shareholder, TUI AG, could be considering a bid for the remainder of the company that it does not already own. (Wed, 01 Sep 2010 22:08:51 -0700)
Travel Team
The Texas FFA Travel Team started its year-long tour at Caney Creek High School Monday motivating hundreds of students. (Wed, 01 Sep 2010 23:07:16 -0700)
Universal Travel Group Appoints New Independent Auditor
Universal Travel Group , a leading travel services provider in China offering package tours, air ticketing, and hotel reservation services online and via customer service representatives, today announced that its Board of Directors, in consultation with its Audit Committee, has appointed Goldman Kurland Mohidin as the Company's independent auditor to replace Acquavella, Chiarelli, Shuster ... (Thu, 02 Sep 2010 05:30:00 -0700)
TransViet Travel in Vietnam and WorldLink Travel in Tanzania Join GlobalStar Travel Management
GlobalStar Travel Management - the worldwide travel management company known for its multinational travel management solutions, announces the addition of two new partners to its network; TransViet Travel in Vietnam and Worldlink Travel & Tours in Tanzania. (Thu, 02 Sep 2010 06:13:00 -0700)
India Travel Alert 2010
This Travel Alert expires November 15, 2010. (Thu, 02 Sep 2010 06:29:30 -0700)
Labor Day Travel Numbers Up From Last Year
Travel experts expect 91% of people will drive compared to just 5% of travelers, who are opting to fly. read more (Thu, 02 Sep 2010 07:40:26 -0700)
Travel again an issue for city council
LAUREL — The Laurel City Council will once again consider approving a travel request during its meeting Tuesday. (Thu, 02 Sep 2010 08:16:05 -0700)
Action Travel celebrates 30 years
Action Travel Center has been celebrating 30 years in business throughout the year, culminating in a five-star cruise to the Eastern Caribbean in December. President and owner Arlene Goldberg is personally escorting the trip. (Thu, 02 Sep 2010 22:13:38 -0700)
Travel industry expects Labor Day recovery
The travel industry is expecting to recover slightly from a dismal 2009 this Labor Day weekend, a pattern that should continue into the autumn. (Thu, 02 Sep 2010 22:58:03 -0700)
Travel won't worry us say Blues
Carlton say their heavy travel schedule over the past week will not worry them as they prepare to face Sydney on Sunday. (Thu, 02 Sep 2010 23:19:41 -0700)
The Travel Book: a Journey through Every Country in the World
The Travel Book features a double-page spread about every country on earth. From Afghanistan to Zimbabwe, this book features stunning photography, facts and figures, best experiences and a wealth of information to provide a true travel adventure. The second edition contains 100% new content, including 850 images and completely updated text. This is the definitive pictorial on travel across our ... (Fri, 03 Sep 2010 00:00:00 -0700)
Travel agent seals public sector deal
Corporate travel specialists FCm Travel Solutions has been awarded a framework agreement by the procurement partner for UK public services. Related Stories Help bridge the gender 'pay gap', firms urged TVs and iPads drive up sales by 6% at Currys Government gives 'serious thought' to granting tax powers to Executive RBS chiefs slash another 3,500 jobs (Fri, 03 Sep 2010 01:07:13 -0700)
Travel agent seals public sector deal
Corporate travel specialists FCm Travel Solutions has been awarded a framework agreement by the procurement partner for UK public services. Related Stories Technology firm secures £500,000 deal in US Burger King to be sold for $3.2bn ECB chief urges Irish to sort out bank fiasco Investors braced for worst in US jobs market Burger King swallowed up in whopper purchase (Fri, 03 Sep 2010 01:14:09 -0700)
Travel Picks: Top 10 free UK attractions
The best things in life are free and according to TripAdvisor travelers, it could well be true. TripAdvisor, which bills itself as the world's largest travel site, reveals the top 10 free attractions in Britain and Northern Ireland - as ranked by travelers through the site's Popularity Index. Reuters does not endorse this list. (Fri, 03 Sep 2010 03:43:41 -0700)
Universal Travel Group Honored with Three Awards at the 16th Annual Asian Tourism Golden Travel Awards Ceremony
Universal Travel Group , a leading travel services provider in China offering package tours, air ticketing, and hotel reservation services online and via customer service representatives, today announced that it was presented with three awards at the 16th Annual Asian Tourism Golden Travel Awards Ceremony, held in Beijing on August 29, 2010. (Fri, 03 Sep 2010 04:00:00 -0700)
Travel Clinic: Compensation and charges
Travel expert Simon Calder has more advice for people doing battle with airlines and agents. (Fri, 03 Sep 2010 04:33:35 -0700)
Travel backed up at ABIA, arrive early
Travelers at Austin-Bergstrom International Airport are backed up Friday morning due to a gate being stuck. ABIA officials say gates are pulled down overnight at each checkpoint, check-point 1 near Southwest Airlines is stuck. All travelers must go through the other two checkpoints. Holiday travel has increased traffic, so officials ask passengers to arrive earlier than normal. No word yet on ... (Fri, 03 Sep 2010 05:25:10 -0700)
TUI Travel marketing to be headed by managing director
TUI Travel lead marketer and chief customer officer Tim Williamson is to leave the travel company following a boardroom shake up. (Fri, 03 Sep 2010 10:17:41 -0700)
Online travel goes mobile
Travel suppliers and the online agencies that sell their bookings are targeting a new breed of jetsetter who cannot be bothered booking trips in advance. (Fri, 03 Sep 2010 10:34:12 -0700)
Travel › Travel agency offers Antarctica marathon tour
Nippon Travel Agency has launched a 4.4 million yen package tour to Antarctica in December for people who want to run in the world's southernmost… (Fri, 03 Sep 2010 14:56:45 -0700)
Travel Photo Contest Entries
Inquirer readers sent their favorite vacation photos in for the Travel section's annual Readers' Top 10 Summer Vacation Photos contest. (Fri, 03 Sep 2010 21:33:35 -0700)
Travel industry seeks better infrastructure, tax sops
The Indian Association of Tour Operators (IATO), the apex body of the travel and tourism industry, has recommended vigorous development of infrastructure, logical taxation and creation of land banks for hotels. (Sat, 04 Sep 2010 08:30:23 -0700)
Travel remains a topic of concern
Travel for members of the Laurel City Council may be deleted from the City of Laurel’s budget for the upcoming year. (Sat, 04 Sep 2010 09:01:35 -0700)
Travel Matters: Mohonk and Buenos Aires deals, plus more
Travel Matters: Mohonk and Buenos Aires deals, plus more (Sat, 04 Sep 2010 09:40:42 -0700)
China travel without a tour
China travel: Tips on independent travel and where to study Mandarin. (Sat, 04 Sep 2010 13:31:41 -0700)
Air travel: Are "adults-only" sections next?
Air travel: Are adults-only sections coming next? If so, prepare to pay yet another fee. (Sat, 04 Sep 2010 19:15:33 -0700)
What travel ban? O'Fallon will spend $5,000 to send 8 to conference
Despite strict restrictions on the travel of city workers due to budget cuts, O'Fallon will send at least eight people to the Illinois Municipal League conference later this month in Chicago. (Sun, 05 Sep 2010 00:07:13 -0700)
Travel news in brief
A round-up of the week's travel news, including the launch of Cunard's newest ship. (Sun, 05 Sep 2010 00:30:09 -0700)
Cell Pro, Wings Travel win in QQ Car Rental caging
Wings Travel bounced back, while Cellular Pro won its debut during Friday's games in the 2010 QQ Car Rental Basketball Cup at the Garapan Basketball Court. (Sun, 05 Sep 2010 07:14:05 -0700)
Incentive travel retains its charms through crises
Travel awards still rate highly as motivational tools for enhancing employee productivity but suppliers of such tools and incentive programmes are set to face more pressure to prove that they deliver results. (Sun, 05 Sep 2010 14:26:52 -0700)
Travel unleashed on Trade Me
Online marketplace Trade Me has launched a new ‘Travel, events & activities’ category today. The category features on the homepage of the main Trade Me auction site. (Sun, 05 Sep 2010 17:20:08 -0700)
Travel the world: in pictures | Ipswich
Check out these great travel destinations from across the world. You may have problems with your energy and vitality. It is important that you do not neglect your diet and that you consume products rich in proteins and amino... (Sun, 05 Sep 2010 19:14:44 -0700)
Shareholders approve travel agency merger
Travel agency Jetset Travelworld's shareholders have voted overwhelmingly in favour of a merger with Stella Travel Services Pty Ltd. (Sun, 05 Sep 2010 21:46:48 -0700)
Travel Up this Labor Day
AAA predicts nearly 10 percent more travelers are on the road this weekend nationwide. Some travel forecasters say that maybe a sign that Americans feel the economy is improving. (Sun, 05 Sep 2010 21:48:47 -0700)
Top European Travel Professionals Meet at Online Marketing & Social Media in Travel Summit
How can travel companies get the most out of the time and resources they allocate to online marketing and social media? What innovative strategies and tactics can be deployed to drive real return on social media and avoid wasting time? When and how should travel companies invest in mobile? (Mon, 06 Sep 2010 02:04:47 -0700)
Rooney will travel to Switzerland, say FA
Wayne Rooney will travel to Switzerland for England's Euro 2012 qualifier despite being engulfed by lurid revelations about his private life, the Football Association confirmed on Monday. (Mon, 06 Sep 2010 04:21:43 -0700)
Travel chaos warnings over London Underground strike
Thousands of London underground passengers face travel chaos tonight as unions stage the first in a series of strikes over staffing cuts. (Mon, 06 Sep 2010 06:57:36 -0700)
Travel time study begins this month
The Wichita Area Metropolitan Planning Organization has commissioned a regional travel time study over the next two months. (Mon, 06 Sep 2010 13:56:16 -0700)
France travel update: Strike to disrupt trains, planes, subways and buses
Travelers to France, beware: A widespread labor strike that began Monday is already disrupting train travel in France and is expected to spread Tuesday to airports, subways and buses too, the Associated Press is reporting. Getting around by car may not be so easy either. Hundreds of street demonstrations are planned Tuesday throughout France, including Paris, [...] (Mon, 06 Sep 2010 17:25:43 -0700)
Travel lets Midland Academy Charter teacher show students different perspectives
Through her travel and teaching experience abroad, Sarah Duran finds a way to engage her Midland Academy Charter School students. (Mon, 06 Sep 2010 21:31:57 -0700)
Travel agency opens appeal on guide rap
Win's Travel Agency yesterday began its appeal against a decision canceling its Travel Industry Council membership for hiring an unlicensed tour guide. (Tue, 07 Sep 2010 00:24:45 -0700)
TUI Travel cut at Goldman, Thomas Cook preferred
LONDON (MarketWatch) -- Goldman Sachs on Tuesday cut its rating on U.K. tour operator TUI Travel to neutral from buy, saying it sees better value elsewhere in the sector. The broker noted recent media reports suggesting that TUI AG , which owns 54% of TUI Travel, is considering buying the minority interests in the company to refocus on tourism. "While we do not rule out a takeover of the ... (Tue, 07 Sep 2010 01:03:03 -0700)
Universal Travel Group to Present at the Rodman & Renshaw Annual Global Investment Conference
Universal Travel Group , a growing travel services provider in China offering package tours, air ticketing, and hotel reservation services online and via customer service representatives, today announced the Company's management team will present at the upcoming Rodman & Renshaw Annual Global Investment Conference in New York City. (Tue, 07 Sep 2010 04:00:00 -0700)
Travel Trailer Jackknifes On I-5 In Salem
A travel trailer overturned on Interstate 5 northbound Monday morning and blocked freeway lanes for about two hours. (Tue, 07 Sep 2010 07:29:20 -0700)
Travel chaos in London
Millions of Londoners and tourists faced travel chaos today as workers on the city's Underground network staged a 24-hour strike over planned job cuts. (Tue, 07 Sep 2010 07:41:56 -0700)
Top Travel Marketing Work Being Submitted For HSMAI Adrian Awards
Considered one of the most prestigious awards in travel marketing, the deadline to submit entries in The Hospitality Sales and Marketing Association International (HSMAI) 54th annual HSMAI Adrian Awards competition is Sept. 10, 2010. (Tue, 07 Sep 2010 07:44:01 -0700)
Travel and photography event set for tonight in Pasadena
Cruising the Baltic Sea and Russia Crystal Cruises and American Express Travel will hold a travel and photography event from 7:15 to 8:30 p.m. tonight at Distant Lands, 56 S. Raymond Ave. (Tue, 07 Sep 2010 18:13:03 -0700)
Travel firms see demand increase for Eid holidays
Abu Dhabi The travel industry in Abu Dhabi has witnessed “an increased demand” for Eid holidays this year, tour operators told Gulf News yesterday. Thousands of people are expected to fly out of the capital from today onwards as the public sector takes a five-day break. (Tue, 07 Sep 2010 22:43:34 -0700)
UAE Travel Agents to Benefit from Free Online Training on Britain
Dubai, United Arab Emirates: Some 25 travel agents in Dubai and 15 from Abu Dhabi have been nominated by VisitBritain to sign up for a free online training programme that aims to supply Middle East travel agents and regional travel trade organisations with expert destination knowledge on the UK. (Wed, 08 Sep 2010 01:58:21 -0700)
Travel Apps to Make Your Trip Easier
Ignoring technology is the dumbest thing travelers can do, because it can save you time and aggravation. Mostly though, using technology can save air travelers money. Travel - Recreation - Travelogues - Technology - IPhone (Wed, 08 Sep 2010 04:05:31 -0700)
Action Travel celebrates 30 years
Action Travel Center has been celebrating 30 years in business throughout the year, culminating in a five-star cruise to the Eastern Caribbean in December. President and owner Arlene Goldberg is personally escorting the trip. (Wed, 08 Sep 2010 07:13:39 -0700)
Cavaliers travel across country to tangle with Trojans
Cavaliers travel across country to tangle with Trojans (Wed, 08 Sep 2010 08:30:49 -0700)
Travel Sites Advance On Analyst Optimism
Deutsche Bank initiated coverage on dotcom travel giant Priceline.com at Buy with a $350 price target on Wednesday. (Wed, 08 Sep 2010 12:23:00 -0700)
Travel top 10: Rock cities
Travel top 10: Rock cities Updated Sep 8, 2010 04:50PM MDT Los Angeles London New York City Detroit Manchester, England Seattle Portland, Ore. Boston Rio de Janeiro San Francisco Source: Askmen.com Copyright 2010 The Salt Lake Tribune. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed. (Wed, 08 Sep 2010 15:56:05 -0700)
Travel Sales Consultant - Ealing. - 25k
Travel Sales Consultant - EalingDo you spend your free time travelling or planning your next holiday? Are you the person who is telling the latest travel tales and getting other people excited about travel? Do you get a kick out of making other people's travel dreams come true? (Thu, 09 Sep 2010 04:02:20 -0700)
SIBL travel teams captured 45 wins, 3 titles this summer
SWANSEA — Five travel teams representing the Swansea Independent Baseball League won more than 40 games and captured three tournament championships this summer in local and regional competitions. (Thu, 09 Sep 2010 09:31:09 -0700)
Travel Bound Reports U.S. as #1 Destination for Independent Travelers
Travel Bound, a New York-based corporation, reports that bookings of U.S. hotel rooms for independent travelers through June have increased 70% over the same period last year, making the U.S. (Thu, 09 Sep 2010 10:11:00 -0700)
Video: Travel Alert Due to Quran Burn Plan
Video: The State Department issued a travel alert cautioning U.S. citizens of the potential of anti-American demonstrations sparked by a Florida pastor’s threat to burn the Quran. Filed under: Audio, Multimedia, Videos (Thu, 09 Sep 2010 12:13:53 -0700)
State Department issues travel alert over Quran burning
The U.S. State Department on Thursday issued a travel alert, cautioning Americans of "the potential for anti-U.S. demonstrations in many countries" over plans by a pastor of a small church in Gainesville, Florida, to burn Qurans on Saturday. (Thu, 09 Sep 2010 12:18:12 -0700)
Travel update on planned Koran burning: Americans urged to be cautious abroad
Plans by a Florida pastor to burn copies of the Muslim holy book, the Koran, on Saturday prompted the U.S. State Department on Thursday to issue a worldwide travel alert warning Americans that they may encounter violent anti-U.S. protesters abroad. “Demonstrations, some violent, have already taken place in several countries, including Afghanistan and Indonesia, in response [...] (Thu, 09 Sep 2010 12:22:28 -0700)
Travel alert issued in response to planned burning of Quran
The State Department has now issued a travel alert to warn US citizens of the potential for anti-American demonstrations in many countries in response to the planned burning of the Quran. (Thu, 09 Sep 2010 12:42:53 -0700)
Travel companies get energy workers moving
Specialized travel consultants plan trips for Houston employees working at remote locations in Africa and elsewhere. (Thu, 09 Sep 2010 22:46:08 -0700)
Travel advice: web-based agents; australian wildlife; taxis in Rome
Gill Charlton advises on the perils of web-based travel agents and options for wildlife tours in Australia. (Fri, 10 Sep 2010 00:16:12 -0700)
Travel feedback of the week - September 4-10, 2010
Readers' thoughts on the latest travel issues and stories, from travel in Namibia to prices in South Africa. (Fri, 10 Sep 2010 04:31:12 -0700)
Universal Travel Group Announces Sale of TRIPEASY Kiosks for RMB 40.3 Million
Universal Travel Group , a leading travel services provider in China, today announced that the Company, via its subsidiary, Shenzhen Yuzhilu Aviation Service Co., Ltd., has entered into an agreement to sell all of its 1,523 TRIPEASY Kiosks to Shenzhen Xunbao E-Commerce Co., Ltd. , an online insurance company, for RMB 40.3 million in cash. (Fri, 10 Sep 2010 05:30:00 -0700)
Business Travel Consultant - London - Administration & Secretarial -
Sabre Business Travel Consultant up to 13-14 an hour Benefits Our client a high flying corporate/Business travel company is seeking Business Travel professional to work on an ongoing temporary basis. (Fri, 10 Sep 2010 20:17:20 -0700)
New travel warning issued for Mexico
McALLEN — U.S. citizens should avoid unnecessary travel on Mexican Highway 2 between Reynosa and Nuevo Laredo due to ongoing drug violence, according to a new travel advisory from the U.S. Department of State.The department issued the bulletin... (Sat, 11 Sep 2010 03:09:45 -0700)
Kerala travel event expects record attendance
Billed as the biggest international travel event in the country, a three-day Kerala Travel Mart (KTM) 2010 starting Sep 23 is expected to be attended by a record 2,000 delegates from India and abroad, an organiser said Saturday. (Sat, 11 Sep 2010 06:16:59 -0700)
Mexico Travel Warning September 2010
This Travel Warning supersedes the Travel Warning for Mexico dated August 27, 2010 to note the lifting of Authorized Departure status for U.S. Consulates along the U.S.-Mexico border. (Sat, 11 Sep 2010 06:35:25 -0700)
Travel 'earn back' scheme praised
More than 1,000 young people who lost their right to free travel take part in a scheme to "earn" it back. (Sat, 11 Sep 2010 08:01:40 -0700)
Travel safety not a corporate priority
ASIA-PACIFIC companies do not do enough to protect their employees on work-related travel, according to a survey. About 165 companies, some Fortune 500 organisations and others with a presence in South-east Asia, were polled. (Sat, 11 Sep 2010 18:05:23 -0700)
Travel boom spurs increase
BACKPACKER hostels and budget hotels have mushroomed in the past two years. As many as four such businesses open each month to cater to the budget travel boom. Popping up in areas like Little India, Jalan Besar and Lavender, they upset old-time backpacker hostel owners who say the newcomers use a 'quick bucks' approach. (Sat, 11 Sep 2010 19:14:14 -0700)
• Travel Associates leaves downtown after dispute over signage
By Emily Ford eford@salisburypost.com After a dispute over signage and a shared lobby, a travel agency is leaving downtown and moving to Concord. Travel Associates has been on the Square for 18 years inside the Plaza, a building owned by the cit ... (Sat, 11 Sep 2010 22:07:12 -0700)
Travel calendar: See world's largest corn maze in Dixon
Events and happenings in the world of travel from the Bay Area and other destinations in California. (Sun, 12 Sep 2010 00:05:42 -0700)
Travel news in brief
A round up of the week's travel news, including an increase in ferry travel to the Continent. (Sun, 12 Sep 2010 00:31:50 -0700)
Travel Troubleshooter: Unwarranted charge after airline's mistake
Question: My wife and I recently flew from Vancouver, Canada to Ecuador on Continental Airlines, then to Lima, Peru on LAN Chile. After booking the trip through our travel agent of about 20 years, we asked if we could change the LAN leg from Quito to Lima by two days without penalty. (Sun, 12 Sep 2010 02:14:50 -0700)
Travel Matters
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Buying travel insurance? How to minimise hassles
You must choose a travel insurance package carefully because that is what will determine how soft the blow of an emergency will be when you're abroad. Here are five things to remember when choosing a travel insurance plan. (Sun, 12 Sep 2010 20:23:12 -0700)
Goldtrail Travel was being investigated by the CAA
The airline regulator was investigating Goldtrail Travel over its invoicing in the weeks before its demise and has now hired forensic accountants to pore over the collapsed travel operator's books. (Sun, 12 Sep 2010 23:40:57 -0700)
Corporate travel prices expected to rise next year: study
Corporate travel continued to rebound at a rapid pace through August 2010, with a double-digit increase year over year in overall demand, according to a third-quarter update to the 2010 Industry Forecast published by BCD Travel consulting unit Advito. (Mon, 13 Sep 2010 01:04:26 -0700)
Travel with Val: Sunny Sonoma County readies for wine harvest
Valarie D'Elia traveled to Sonoma County and filed the following Travel with Val report on the upcoming harvest. (Mon, 13 Sep 2010 02:14:48 -0700)
Single, Independent, and Eager to Travel the World | A review of the international youth traveler and that travel ...
Thanks to research conducted by the UNWTO and the WYSE Travel Confederation over the past decade, our understanding of the youth travel industry is becoming increasingly clear. Trends indicate that the youth travel market is growing steadily and may be less sensitive to trying economic times than other segments of the industry. Whether this segment is a worthwhile one for investors looking to ... (Mon, 13 Sep 2010 03:53:49 -0700)
China’s travel agents vow support for RP tourism
Various travel agents from China have committed to promote the Philippines’ tourism products and destinations to their countrymen Related posts: Philippine tourism wins major awards from China to Russia Philippine tourism has a good start in the first quarter... Palawan in China’s top spots for elite travellers Palawan, the country’s renowned ecotourism site, is once again hailed... RP tourism ... (Mon, 13 Sep 2010 05:03:48 -0700)
Travel Deals on Twitter, Facebook
Some of the best travel deals can be found on Facebook and Twitter. Facebook - Twitter - Travel - Travel and Tourism - Recreation (Mon, 13 Sep 2010 07:23:29 -0700)
Business travel descends to a 'new normal'
Global business travel fell 8.8 percent in 2009, the industry's largest drop since a tough 2001 that saw both a recession and the Sept. 11 terror attacks. While coming back in some countries, it's finding a new, lower "normal." (Mon, 13 Sep 2010 15:08:46 -0700)
State travel industry would gain accommodations tax money in realignment plan
The travel industry wants to spend more tax money marketing South Carolina to tourists, but that could mean less money for struggling arts organizations and local festivals. (Mon, 13 Sep 2010 19:16:55 -0700)
Travel agent fined for misleading prices
An online travel agent was ordered in the Perth Magistrate's court to pay over $13000 in fines and court costs after it was convicted of misleading consumers about prices. (Mon, 13 Sep 2010 21:17:01 -0700)
Travel agent reneges on cheap fare
A $6000 fine imposed by a court on a travel agent who misled a customer about airfares is a warning to the industry, Western Australia's consumer protection watchdog says. (Mon, 13 Sep 2010 23:22:02 -0700)
Online Travel Site "Paradise Hunter" Launches Worldwide Search for Host of Upcoming Travel TV Series
Get Paid to Travel! Paradise Hunter is thrilled to announce the "52 Weeks Paid Vacation" competition, a worldwide search for the host of our upcoming Travel TV Show. Travel the world, see incredible sights and get paid a full year's salary and receive a property worth up to $150,000 USD. No acting experience necessary. (Tue, 14 Sep 2010 00:01:00 -0700)
TUI Travel Cut To Neutral At BofA Merrill Lynch
TUI Travel Cut To Neutral At BofA Merrill Lynch (Tue, 14 Sep 2010 01:15:55 -0700)
Polish travel agency Selectours goes bust
Travel agency Selectours ceased trading as of Monday, at a time when some 2,000 of its clients are still abroad on holiday. (Tue, 14 Sep 2010 04:22:17 -0700)
Travel advice during Pope's visit
BBC Radio Scotland's travel presenter Nina Spence advises on travel issues ahead of Pope Benedict's visit starting in Scotland on Thursday. (Tue, 14 Sep 2010 07:34:29 -0700)
Travel essentials you can't leave without
This one's useful even if all the travel you do is from home to the office. The Monster Cable Outlets to Go travel power strip ($49.95) works across 150 countries, has three AC outlets and a high-power USB port for charging a fourth device. And it winds up small enough to fit into your laptop bag. (Tue, 14 Sep 2010 08:43:29 -0700)
Post Office Travel Insurance Reminds Business Travellers to Consider Travel Insurance Cover
Travel insurance should not be overlooked when planning business trips. (Tue, 14 Sep 2010 17:00:00 -0700)
Travel warning issued for outback community
Northern Territory Police have issued a public travel warning to stop people going to the remote Central Australian community of Yuendumu. (Tue, 14 Sep 2010 22:25:57 -0700)
Travel agents thrilled with new Stewart to Cancun service
STEWART AIRPORT – Travel agents in the Mid-Hudson are encouraged by the new charter flights to Cancun that will be offered on a limited time basis at Stewart Airport. (Wed, 15 Sep 2010 03:41:54 -0700)
Travel Holdings, Inc. Adds Managing Director
Travel Holdings, Inc., a leading worldwide travel distribution company, has named Ted Jansen as President and Managing Director of Travel Holdings eCommerce. Jansen will lead the business division for the consumer-facing websites in the Travel Holdings, Inc. portfolio, which includes LastMinuteTravel.com, Last Minute Travel Club, LastMinuteCruises.com, and EasyClickTravel.com. (Wed, 15 Sep 2010 06:09:00 -0700)
Travel increase for JPs approved
County commissioners adjourned its budget workshop Tuesday morning after approving an increase in travel allowance for justices of the peace. (Wed, 15 Sep 2010 06:23:30 -0700)
Home, travel, retirement on financial wish list
Home ownership, travel and early retirement are tops on the list of Canadians’ dreams for the future, according to a new survey by HSBC Bank of Canada. (Wed, 15 Sep 2010 07:50:19 -0700)
Sabre Travel Network Launches Air Total Pricing, a New Shopping Solution to View Total Cost of Travel
SOUTHLAKE, Texas----Sabre Travel Network announced the launch this week of Air Total Pricing, bringing transparency and clarity to travel shopping by displaying airline ancillary fees. (Wed, 15 Sep 2010 08:00:00 -0700)
Panda Travel Almost Sold Out of University of Hawaii Football Away-Game Packages
Panda Travel of Hawaii is continuing its annual support of the University of Hawaii "Warrior" football team with travel packages for local fans to follow the team on its away games. (Wed, 15 Sep 2010 11:28:00 -0700)
Universal Travel Group Responds to Allegations, to Seek Legal Remedies
Universal Travel Group , a leading travel services provider in China, today responded to allegations that appeared in the online blog by Bronte Capital. Universal Travel categorically denies all the allegations contained in the blog. (Wed, 15 Sep 2010 12:57:00 -0700)
Travel Abroad at a Young Age Enhances Education, Career Growth and Success
Traveling overseas at a young age supports school performance, leads to successful careers and increases the likelihood of continued travel throughout one’s life, according to a survey in support of the launch of Educational Travel Week. Travel trend expert Daniel Levine of Avant-Guide Institute to host live chat on enhancing learning experiences during travel, Thursday, September 16, 2010, 3 p.m. (Thu, 16 Sep 2010 00:01:00 -0700)
Corporate travel prices expected to rise next year: study
Corporate travel continued to rebound at a rapid pace through August 2010, with a double-digit increase year over year in overall demand, according to a third-quarter update to the 2010 Industry Forecast published by BCD Travel consulting unit Advito. (Thu, 16 Sep 2010 00:49:56 -0700)
Zicasso Featured in Travel + Leisure's "Best Travel Websites" of 2010
Online Travel Service Stands Out for Delivering Handcrafted Itineraries from Industry's Top Travel Specialists to Luxury Travelers (Thu, 16 Sep 2010 05:00:00 -0700)
TRX Travel Analytics Achieves Greater Results With Advanced Strategies
ATLANTA, Sept. 16 /PRNewswire/ -- TRX, Inc. ( www.trx.com ) (Pink Sheets: TRXI), the world's leading provider of travel technology, process automation, consulting and data services, today announced the continuing success of TRX Travel Analytics' air and hotel spend management offerings. TRX Travel Analytics offers deep category expertise and unbiased support to ... (Thu, 16 Sep 2010 07:08:56 -0700)
Bing Travel Holiday Forecast: Thanksgiving and Christmas Travel Prices to Remain Relatively Flat in 2010
The Fareologists at Bing Travel today issued a preliminary outlook for the 2010 holiday season predicting similar holiday travel pricing as last year. In 2009, airfares and hotel rates remained low as a way to reinvigorate consumer travel during a tough economy. This year, the same opportunities exist for people looking to see family or take a vacation during the 2010 holiday travel season. Bing ... (Thu, 16 Sep 2010 07:38:43 -0700)
mTrip Travel App Develops 3 New City Guides: Dublin, Munich and Istanbul
Montreal-based, mTrip Travel Guides has released three new city guides for Dublin, Munich and Istanbul. The travel guides can be purchased directly from the App Store and are available on the iPhone and iPod touch. mTrip offers travelers an enhanced experience with automatic and personalized trip itineraries, augmented reality, location-based navigation, expert and user-generated content as well ... (Thu, 16 Sep 2010 13:49:40 -0700)
New Student Travel Company Debuts in Grand Blanc
A new student travel company, Student Adventures Inc, has opened in Grand Blanc, MI. Student Adventures is providing motor coach charters, music, choral, drama, and performance tours, as well as class trips to popular student travel destinations such as Washington, DC, New York, Chicago, and Florida. (Fri, 17 Sep 2010 00:00:00 -0700)
Travel feedback of the week - September 11-17, 2010
Readers share their thoughts on travel stories, including climbing Mount Fuji and China's pace of change. (Fri, 17 Sep 2010 03:53:23 -0700)
Bailey Travel to merge with Lancaster agency
Bailey Travel in York plans to merge with Travel Time Travel Agency in Lancaster County. The merger of both firms will be effective as of Oct. (Fri, 17 Sep 2010 04:51:45 -0700)
Bailey Travel, Travel Time to merge
York-based Bailey Travel is merging with Travel Time Travel Agency Inc. in Lancaster, effective Oct. (Fri, 17 Sep 2010 07:30:37 -0700)
Travel Channel Finds Out What We've Known Forever
It's always cool to see the City of Brotherly Shove mentioned positively in the national media. Philly occasionally experiences rashes of positive press around the Fightin's , mixed to negative press around the Iggles , and, from the annals of our history, shocked denunciations of our irresponsible government . Yet, every so often, the Travel Channel wanders its way here and reminds us of our ... (Fri, 17 Sep 2010 08:12:20 -0700)
Bailey Travel to merge with Travel Time
Bailey Travel Service Inc. of York will merge into Lancaster County-based Travel Time Travel Agency Inc., the companies said today. (Fri, 17 Sep 2010 09:44:00 -0700)
Travel, patient stress cut by $9.4-million renal unit
It’s hard to get out of bed when you’re not feeling well, let alone travel two to four hours to Victoria for health services. Until now, that’s been the situation for mid and north Island residents with kidney disease who require in-patient dialysis services. (Fri, 17 Sep 2010 10:12:12 -0700)
Travel agent goes to jail
The owner of an Airdrie travel company has been sentenced to five years in jail for scamming foreign tourists of more than $3.6 million in GST refunds.Bradley O’Neill was convicted of fraud and theft charges in july for failing to return money his company received from Revenue Canada to pay back foreign tourists who put in a claim for a GST refund. The 55 year old bilked a staggering number ... (Fri, 17 Sep 2010 15:04:50 -0700)
Holiday airline travel expected to cost more this year
Paying for holiday travel this year may not put many air travelers in a holiday mood. (Fri, 17 Sep 2010 22:48:10 -0700)
Travel news in brief
A round-up of the week's travel news, including a rise in insurance claims, and a list of new airline routes. (Sat, 18 Sep 2010 00:23:23 -0700)
Travel Matters: Festivals in Marfa and Fredericksburg; pen show in Dallas
Travel Matters: Festivals in Marfa and Fredericksburg; pen show in Dallas (Sat, 18 Sep 2010 09:20:30 -0700)
Travel operators discover potential of sports tourism
Ever wondered how convenient it would be if a tour operator would organise your travel and visa formalities every time you wanted to travel for a game? Sports enthusiasts always regretted that there are no tour operators to plan such trips and combine it with a little sightseeing. (Sat, 18 Sep 2010 11:41:01 -0700)
Travel agent puts on the white gloves
Debbie Bachler, 59, worked for 16 years as a travel agent. But in 2009, the Mesa resident opened the White Glove Concierge, which offers various services, including pet and house sitting, event planning, travel scheduling and more. (Sat, 18 Sep 2010 18:21:28 -0700)
Travel briefs: Vent your fury, protect your pet, get what you want at a hotel
Are you mad as hell about airline fees? Well, now there's a website where you can tell the world exactly how mad you are. And it's called Madashell abouthiddenfees.com. Launched in September by the Consumer Travel Alliance, the Business Travel Coalition and the American Society of Travel Agents, the site offers a forum where travelers can tell their hidden-fee stories, create YouTube videos and ... (Sat, 18 Sep 2010 22:11:35 -0700)
Travel calendar: See world's largest corn maze in Dixon
Events and happenings in the world of travel from the Bay Area and other destinations in California. (Sun, 19 Sep 2010 00:07:41 -0700)
Bailey Travel to merge with Travel Time
Bailey Travel Service Inc. of York will merge into Lancaster County-based Travel Time Travel Agency Inc. (Sun, 19 Sep 2010 00:17:38 -0700)
Travel smart: Wear your carry-on needs
Turn yourself into a carry-on bag and avoid airline baggage fees -- wear a coat with a ton of pockets. Scottevest is a travel vest for men and women that features 22 pockets and brags it can take the place of a carry-on bag, with no fees attached. "Why pay for carry-on when you can easily wear everything you need?" it advertises. (Sun, 19 Sep 2010 00:30:27 -0700)
TripIt Travel Organizer
TripIt offers a convenient way to centralize and monitor all of your flight information. TripIt - Travel - Recreation - IPhone - Travel and Tourism (Sun, 19 Sep 2010 08:46:32 -0700)
Online travel guide firm Knowit to add intercity bus service
Almost two years after launching her online travel guide, the Knowit, Shalonda L. Hunter has decided to no longer just tell you where to go, but also get you there. The D.C. native is starting her own bus line, the Knowit Express, scheduled for its inaugural trip next month. (Sun, 19 Sep 2010 09:40:05 -0700)
Catholic Athletic Travel Squads group plans basketball clinics, travel tryouts
Catholic Athletic Travel Squads (or C.A.T.S.), a West Palm Beach-based travel basketball organization, is hosting a series of free clinics and tryouts for Catholic middle school boys in preparation for its second season. (Sun, 19 Sep 2010 15:54:38 -0700)
Travel advice update after Delhi shooting
AUSTRALIA updates its travel advice for India after Delhi shooting but officials say it will have "no impact" on the Commonwealth Games. (Sun, 19 Sep 2010 20:45:35 -0700)
Bailey Travel to merge with Travel Time
Bailey Travel Service Inc. of York will merge into Lancaster County-based Travel Time Travel Agency Inc. (Mon, 20 Sep 2010 00:32:17 -0700)
Universal Travel Group to Host Conference Call to Address Investor Questions
Universal Travel Group , a leading travel services provider in China, today announced that it will hold a conference call at 9:00 a.m. ET on Wednesday, September 29, 2010, to discuss and answer any questions investors may have regarding the Company's business and financial statements. (Mon, 20 Sep 2010 04:00:00 -0700)
Travel GPA and CyberShift Forge Partnership to Give Organizations Increased Business Travel Spend Control
MEDFIELD, MA and PARSIPPANY, NJ--(Marketwire - 09/20/10) - Travel GPA today announced plans to expand its real-time Performance Benchmarking with the most complete and actionable travel expense information through a strategic partnership with CyberShift Inc ., a global provider of expense management and workforce management software and services. Companies that subscribe to the integrated Travel ... (Mon, 20 Sep 2010 05:00:00 -0700)
Consumer Travel Alliance Analysis Finds Major U.S. Airlines Not Disclosing Most Fees on Websites
The Consumer Travel Alliance , a non-profit organization promoting consumer interests on travel policy issues, today released an analysis showing that major U.S. airlines are not disclosing the vast majority of existing ancillary fees on their websites, despite regular statements to the contrary by the airlines. (Mon, 20 Sep 2010 05:34:00 -0700)
MARC Travel Awards announced for the 2010 Integrative Physiology of Exercise Meeting
( Federation of American Societies for Experimental Biology ) The FASEB MARC (Minority Access to Research Careers) Program has announced the travel award recipients for the 2010 Integrative Physiology of Exercise (IPE) Meeting in Miami, Fla., from Sept. 22-25, 2010. These awards are meant to promote the entry of underrepresented minority students, post-doctorates and scientists into the ... (Mon, 20 Sep 2010 08:47:41 -0700)
Travel agency racks up accolades
Valerie Wilson Travel of Hilton Head Island is celebrating its 10th anniversary.Among recent achie (Mon, 20 Sep 2010 15:04:57 -0700)
Claiming travel expenses as a small business
If you need to travel for work purposes – whether it’s to attend a conference, meet clients, or to check out new facilities – make sure you are aware which expenses you can claim and which expenses you can’t for tax purposes. (Mon, 20 Sep 2010 20:08:54 -0700)
Travel Tip: Don't Write a Bad Online Review of the Hotel You're Currently Staying In [Travel]
# travel If you're staying in a miserable hotel, you're entitled to post a bad review of it. But as a British couple recently learned, you should probably wait until you're checked out to write it. Or they'll check you out forcefully. More » (Mon, 20 Sep 2010 20:55:14 -0700)
New travel rules to UAE criticized
A new travel rule set by the Philippine Bureau of Immigration for those travelling to the United Arab Emirates (UAE) has drawn flak from overseas Filipino worker (OFW) organization Migrante International . The new rule, which was implemented back in August 14, requires Filipinos in the UAE to get a declaration of sponsorship or affidavit of support for visiting families and relatives . The ... (Mon, 20 Sep 2010 23:50:42 -0700)
Travel Insured International Promotes Isaac Cymrot to Director of Sales and Industry Relations
Travel Insured International, the leading independently-owned travel insurance company, has promoted Isaac Cymrot from Northeast Regional Sales Manager to Director of Sales and Industry Relations, with new national business development responsibilities, effective immediately. (Tue, 21 Sep 2010 00:01:00 -0700)
Family Roots Travel Opens For Business -- New Travel Agency Specializes in Visiting Your Family Heritage
New travel agency helps clients visit destinations linked to their family's history. (Tue, 21 Sep 2010 00:05:00 -0700)
Travel plaza proposed for Roth Road & I-5 site
Plans for a major travel plaza on the outskirts of Lathrop on the southwest corner of the Interstate 5 and Roth Road interchange are being considered Thursday by the San Joaquin County Planning Commission. (Tue, 21 Sep 2010 02:57:33 -0700)
Travel Companies to Consumers: Hit The Road!
Travel companies are pitching vacation time as a health benefit. (Tue, 21 Sep 2010 13:02:16 -0700)
No soaring airfares for holiday excursions — yet, Bing Travel says
The airfare outlook for holiday travel nationwide looks fairly good for consumers, according to Bing Travel, with prices that don’t differ greatly from 2009. From Los Angeles, Thanksgiving airfares are up an average of 1.8 % above 2009 prices, Bing researchers found. Round-trip airfares from L.A. for the Turkey Day travel period are averaging $398 to [...] (Tue, 21 Sep 2010 13:48:43 -0700)
Travel + Leisure Names 3 Colorado Hotels Among Most 'Family Friendly'
Three Colorado hotels were listed among Travel + Leisure's list of America's best "family friendly" hotels. The Broadmoor in Colorado Springs came in 46th, and was praised for its access to rafting and rock climbing. (Tue, 21 Sep 2010 19:36:05 -0700)
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