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How to Pack Last Minute
If you are an experienced traveler then you can probably pack a bag and be ready to go at a moment’s notice. If you are less than experienced, then you may need some help in packing for a trip. With that in mind, there are some useful tips that you can keep in mind to make sure that your packing is easy while giving you everything that you need for your trip.
Breaking Travel News investigates: Visa reform as a spur for economic growth
In a guest editorial from Chris Dix, chief operating officer, Europe and the Americas at VFS Global, Breaking Travel News here examines how efficient visa processes are the hidden ingredient to economic growth.
Marriott Executive Apartments recognised by World Travel Awards
Marriott Executive Apartments have been named as Thailand’s Leading Serviced Apartment Brand at the World Travel Awards for the second time. The annual award was voted by worldwide travel and tourism professionals and established to recognise, acknowledge and reward excellence in the travel and tourism industry, which the organisation has demonstrated throughout the year.
Wait times set to reduce following fast track kiosk instillations at John Lennon Airport
Liverpool’s John Lennon airport may be famous for naming itself after a global sensation and cultural icon but it might soon boast another claim to fame: delightfully short wait times. It’s all thanks to the introduction of Fast Track security Kiosks from Cammax Limited which will allow passengers to bypass the normal wait times typically found at large, congested airports. These customisable kiosks can be outfitted to do a number of things, including printing receipts and entry tickets, and are able to receive a variety of different payments, including debit and credit cards with chip and pins; contactless cards; in addition to smart cards.
Breaking Travel News investigates: World Economic Forum
As the World Economic Forum prepares for its next event, in Kigali, Rwanda, on May 11th-13th, Breaking Travel News here takes a look at the organisation, its history and the benefits its brings to the global community.
Thinking about emigrating? Here is your quick and easy guide to moving abroad
Moving house is considered to be one of the most stressful things a person can do and is something that, at some point, all of us will have to endure. Whether it’s moving out for the first time, moving to accommodate an expanding family or downsizing once the children have flown the nest, moving home is never an easy task and should not be entered into lightly
Breaking Travel News interview: Richard Omoro, area manager, Kenya, Kenya Airways
Having been selected as Co-Sponsor of the upcoming World Travel Awards Africa & Indian Ocean Gala Ceremony 2016, Breaking Travel News editor Chris O’Toole here talks with Richard Omoro, area manager for Kenya Airways, about the upcoming event and the part it is expected to play in the revitalisation of the airline.
Breaking Travel News interview: Kai Schukowski, general manager, Kempinski Hotel Ajman
Having being recognised as Ajman’s Leading Hotel by the World Travel Awards in 2015, Breaking Travel News editor Chris O’Toole here chats with Kempinski Hotel Ajman general manager Kai Schukowski about all the latest developments at the property.
Planning a Visit to Cuba? What About Those Cigars?
While it’s still technically illegal for Americans to visit Cuba as tourists, there are 12 reasons that an American can visit Cuba. Most of these pertain to “official” business, like research or a professional performance and other similar reasons. But instead of having to apply to a government agency to get the green light to visit Cuba, US citizens can now “self-license”. This is basically an Honor Code system, and it makes it easy to get there if you have business that pertains to any of the 12 permitted visitation parameters.
A Hot Tub Is The Number One Must Have Luxury Holiday Amenity
Research undertaken by a UK holiday company has revealed the number one must have luxury holiday home amenity is a hot tub or private pool, with having a private balcony being voted into second place by the poll of over 1000 UK adults.
Breaking Travel News investigates: The Crusaders history of Israel
Long a student of Middle Eastern history, photographer and writer Phil Sharp here visits the holy sites of Israel. Although finding a destination troubled by generations of inter-religious strife, his travels reveal a land of dynamic beauty drawing on its diverse past to create a bright future.
The trail explorer’s bucket list
If you’re a keen walker or hiker, then you’ve probably got your own bucket list for trails to explore before you have to hang up your hiking boots and put down that walking pole. There’s a whole world out there, after all, and despite increasing development, much of it is still mercifully covered in footpaths. Many of the most famous routes can, of course, get busy, so you won’t always be ‘getting away from it all’, but you will be embracing adventure, challenging yourself, and setting off to see stunning parts of the world only accessible on foot.