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Nine in ten people worry about work on holiday
There’s little today’s average person can do about the need to work. With the economy still in the doldrums combined with ever-increasing costs of living, many households have more than one working adult to make ends meet. It’s little wonder that, even while on holiday, most people tend to worry about work.
Get ready for the new Vegas at Ladbrokes
It has overtaken Las Vegas in the gambling stakes and these days Macau is one of the most popular and largest locations in the world for those who love to try their luck at the casinos. As a location which is thriving, it is a destination which is well worth visiting, especially if you enjoy nothing more than playing at the casinos.
Travel industry work from home opportunities on the increase
In today’s technological age, it is no wonder that work-from-home opportunities are springing up within many industries. The travel sector in particular is one industry which has a vast amount of opportunities for those looking to take the plunge and work from home.
Highlights of a trip on the Orient Express
When Vanity Fair described the Venice-Simplon Orient Express as ‘the train against which all other luxury trains are measured’, they weren’t exaggerating. This train is probably the most glamorous, romantic and dazzling one of all.
Breaking Travel News interview: James Bennett, chief executive, Abu Dhabi Airports Company
As World Luxury Fashion Week gets underway in Abu Dhabi, Breaking Travel News catches up with James Bennett, chief executive officer, Abu Dhabi Airports Company, to find out what’s on the horizon as the local government looks to position Abu Dhabi as an exclusive, high-end tourist destination, targeting three million visitors per year by 2015.
Breaking Travel News investigates: Spiritual healing in Incredible India
India has long been seen as the spiritual heart of Asia by generations of travellers. Now, with awareness of the limitations of western medicine growing, the destination has witnessed a revival in interest in proven ancient healing methods.
Breaking Travel News interview: Dr K Chiranjeevi, minister of tourism, India
While the Indian economy has been rarely been far from the headlines in recent years, the tourism sector in the country has also been quietly growing to become one of the most significant in the region. Here Breaking Travel News grabs a few moments with newly appointed tourism minister, Dr K Chiranjeevi, to see how he hopes to see the sector develop under his leadership.
Breaking Travel News investigates: The festivals of Incredible India
With such a divergence of cultures it is little wonder India enjoys a different festival virtually every day of the year. Here Breaking Travel News takes a look at some of the most colourful, authentic celebrations on earth.
Breaking Travel News interview: Sujit Nair, founder, Akqua Sun Group
India-based Akqua Sun Group has been recognised as Asia’s Fastest Growing Destination Management Company. Here Breaking Travel News sits down with founder, Sujit Nair, to discuss what the title means the brand, what Akqua Sun will be doing in 2013 and where he expects growth to come from in a rapidly developing market.
Breaking Travel News investigates: The history of Amanresorts
The story of Amanresorts spans more than twenty years and is characterised by unique resort development in some of the world’s most beautiful, historic and intriguing destinations. From the desert sands of Marrakech and the snowy peaks of Wyoming to the jungle-clad ruins of Siem Reap and the palaces of Beijing, the Aman journey which started in Phuket in 1988 is far from over.
Breaking Travel News interview: Indonesian tourism minister Mari Elka Pangestu
Breaking Travel News talks with Indonesian tourism minister Mari Elka Pangestu, as she shares her vision for ASEAN tourism in 2013.
London 2012 organisers pass on knowledge
The International Olympic Committee’s debriefing of the London 2012 Olympic Games has wrapped up in Rio de Janeiro, bringing a close to a week-long transfer of knowledge between organisers of the Games of the XXX Olympiad and future host cities. Representatives from the IOC and the London 2012 Organising Committee shared their best practices and experiences from this summer’s Games with over 500 participants from Sochi 2014, Rio 2016, PyeongChang 2018, and the 2020 Candidate Cities: Istanbul, Tokyo and Madrid.