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Breaking Travel News investigates: Novotel Canary Wharf, London
Novotel London Canary Wharf is a close walk from Canary Wharf underground station, providing easy access to the City, the O2 Arena and Greenwich. With nine meeting rooms, free Wi-Fi and a pool, it’s the perfect setting for both business and leisure stays. Here editor Chris O’Toole vists for Breaking Travel News.
5 Ways to Get the Most from Your Vacation
Even if you can only afford to take a short break, there are many great ways that you can get the most from your vacation. Whether you’re traveling to a country like Jamaica or sticking around for a ‘staycation’ at home, traveling alone, with friends, or as a family, here are our top five tips to help you make the most of your trip.
Dragons instead of stars bring Chinese Travelers to the door of Hotels and Restaurants
The ““Feel Like Home”” (http://www.feellikehome.cn) is the world’s first website aiming exclusively Chinese travelers, helping hospitality professionals (hotels, restaurants etc) throughout the world, to make the necessary changes to their businesses to adapt to Chinese customers, making their experience in a foreign country as pleasant as possible.
Breaking Travel News interview: Saif Saeed Ghobash, director general, Abu Dhabi Tourism
Breaking Travel News chats with Saif Saeed Ghobash, director general of the Abu Dhabi Tourism & Culture Authority, during Arabian Travel Market to discover more about the destination and what the future holds for the hospitality sector.
Breaking Travel News interview: Haitham Mattar, chief executive, Ras Al Khaimah Tourism Development
The Ras Al Khaimah Tourism Development Authority has been quick to move the emirate out from the shadow of Dubai, emphasising a more natural, sustainable form of tourism. Here Breaking Travel News talks with chief executive Haitham Mattar about his achievements to date and what the future might hold.
Breaking Travel News interview: Maitha Al Mahrouqi, undersecretary of the ministry of tourism, Oman
Tourism in Middle Eastern hotspot Oman has been growing rapidly in recent years, as flag-carrier Oman Air continues to grow, visitors become more aware of its diversified offering and the government invests in the hospitality infrastructure. Here Breaking Travel News chats with Maitha Al Mahrouqi, undersecretary at Oman’s ministry of tourism, at Arabian Travel Market to find out more.
Breaking Travel News interview: Carrie Tayloe, vice president, product development, Go City Card
As the Go Dubai Card rolls out in the United Arab Emirates, Breaking Travel News chats with Carrie Tayloe, vice president, product development, Go City Card, about what it offers to savvy travellers to the region.
Breaking Travel News investigates: Aspire Lounge & Spa, London Heathrow
Born in 2012, Aspire Airport Lounges has begun a journey to offer great value in modern, ergonomically designed surroundings, specifically tailored to suit all types of guests. Here Breaking Travel News visits the Heathrow Terminal 5 location to discover more.
I Want to Go There: 3 Amazing Spots to See in Scandinavia
Scandinavia - a historic and cultural region of Northern Europe - is often dismissed as a tourist destination due to its climate. Which is a shame, as it has a selection of unique sights and landmarks to visit that are amazing enough to be unforgettable - and some of them are only available during the winter.
Breaking Travel News investigates: Åland Islands, Finland
Situated half-way between the Finnish city of Turku and Swedish capital Stockholm, the Åland Islands are that rarest of travel curiosities - an undiscovered gem. Here Breaking Travel News editor Chris O’Toole calls in for a visit to see just what it is that makes them so special.
Breaking Travel News investigates: Bensley’s vision realised at JW Marriott Phu Quoc Emerald Bay
Few names carry more cachet than Bill Bensley’s when it comes to resort design in Asia. His latest project, JW Marriott Phu Quoc Emerald Bay, continues to build on his already impressive legacy with a property that delivers enriching experiences and intuitive service that every JW Marriott guest comes to expect.
Breaking Travel News investigates: Scandic Paasi, Helsinki
Scandic Paasi is known for its excellent service and central location, with all the most popular sights in Helsinki just a short walk way. Here Breaking Travel News editor Chris O’Toole calls in for the night to see what this one-of-a-kind hotel brings to the Finnish hospitality scene.