The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) Americas Summit has closed after three packed days in Riviera Maya, Mexico. Widely known for its annual Global Summit where the leaders of the global travel and tourism industry meet with their counterparts in government to set the agenda for the develop[...]
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May 19th, 2012 - 8:37 am § in News
Abu Dhabi Tourism and Culture Authority opens New York office
The Abu Dhabi Tourism & Culture Authority is launching its U.S. promotion office with a multi-facted campaign, which includes a takeover of New York City’s Times Square.
May 19th, 2012 - 4:30 am § in News
Travellers tap into Munich city guide ahead of UEFA Champions League
Football fans from around the world who have travelled to magnificent Munich for the UEFA Champions League can tap into the best of the city on their mobile devices via a simple, state of the art tool that is quick to download and easy to use.
May 19th, 2012 - 3:57 am § in News
Olympic Torch begins UK tour
The Olympic Flame has started its 70-day tour of the UK in the run-up to the London 2012 Games. The Torch will travel an estimated 8,000 miles around the UK giving thousands of communities and individuals their moment to shine as the Olympic Flame comes to a place near them.
May 19th, 2012 - 2:00 am § in News
Air Astana celebrates 10th anniversary with network expansion
On 15 May 2002 a Boeing 737 displaying the Air Astana logo completed the first flight from Almaty to Astana. It was the first aircraft of its kind in the republic. This was the birthdate of the new national airline of Kazakhstan even though the decree on the establishment of JSC Air Astana had been [...]
May 19th, 2012 - 2:00 am § in News
Silversea’s Silver Explorer to call at Lyme Regis, Dorset
This Sunday will see Silversea’s luxury expedition ship, Silver Explorer, call in Lyme Regis, marking the first time a cruise ship has ever visited the West Dorset town. The scheduled call in Lyme Regis – the first port of call in an itinerary that began in Portsmouth and also incorporates Dartm[...]
May 19th, 2012 - 1:30 am § in News
Abu Dhabi Tourism and Culture Authority opens New York office
The Abu Dhabi Tourism & Culture Authority is launching its U.S. promotion office with a multi-facted campaign, which includes a takeover of New York City’s Times Square.
May 19th, 2012 - 12:00 am § in News
Free shuttles to U.S. Open from Colma Station for BART riders
The United States Golf Association (USGA) will be hosting the 2012 U.S. Open Championship at The Olympic Club located in San Francisco.
May 18th, 2012 - 11:30 pm § in News
ICTP applauds T20
This week, Tourism Ministers of the G20 countries (neatly called “T20”), will meet, together with the heads of UNWTO, WTTC, PATA, and others, to finalize a proposed input to next month’s Heads of State meeting in Mexico.
May 18th, 2012 - 11:00 pm § in News
The Meritage Resort and Spa opens $40 million expansion
With the completion of a privately financed, $40 million, 19-month long expansion, guests of The Meritage Resort and Spa in Napa can experience Crush Ultra Lounge with six luxury bowling lanes; an event piazza, perfect for weddings, dinners and receptions; Blend, an Italian-style café and 50,000 sq[...]