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World Travel & Tourism Council talks opportunities for global growth
World Travel & Tourism Council president David Scowsill is urging governments around the world to wake up to the potential of the sector to boost economic growth.
8 Ways to Enjoy Time at Sea on Princess Cruises
When many people think of a holiday cruise, their thoughts immediately drift to the many exciting destinations that will be visited and the onboard excursions to be had. While it is certainly true that much of the enjoyment of a cruise is due to the exotic destinations and ports such as the Caribbean, Florida and Australia, it is important to remember that time spent onboard can be just as much fun.
Can Hollywood Save The Oceans Natural Reef Systems?
The idea was simple. Take the concept of an artificial reef, typically rock tailings, rip rap, and or concrete shapes that had no tourism value and fundamentally redesign the concept to create entire worlds underwater for tourism. Reef Worlds harness 5000 years of human design elements and a Ph neutral build matrix with a touch of Hollywood magic to deliver underwater experiential sites that could capture and hold mass tourism within a resort developments own footprint.
Breaking Travel News Interview: IATA director general Tony Tyler
Having been confirmed as director general of IATA just eight months ago, Breaking Travel News catches up with Tony Tyler at ITB Berlin 2012 to find out what is on the agenda for the organisation this year.
UNWTO expects one billion arrivals in 2012
With international tourist arrivals expected to reach one billion a year by the end of 2012, Breaking Travel News catches up with Taleb Rifai, UNWTO secretary general, to find out what is on the agenda for the organisation this year.
Villa or vagabond? How to have holiday harmony
We plan them. We look forward to them. We undertake gruelling diet and exercise regimes to look our best for them. Holidays are so precious - they’re our time to do exactly what we want in the company of the people that we love. But what happens if those pesky loved ones don’t want to do the same things with their two weeks in the sun as we do? Having completely different ideas about what makes a good holiday can be stressful. Take the debate over staying in one place versus taking to the open road. What can you do if you say fly and flop, they say five countries in five days? What happens if you say villa, they say vagabond?
Gordon “Butch” Stewart on his new book ‘Life’s a Beach’
Gordon “Butch” Stewart, chairman and founder of the World’s Leading All-Inclusive Company, Sandals International Resorts, speaks to BTN about the recent launch of his latest book ‘Life’s a Beach’ and reflects back on what has been an immensely successful career - which started almost by accident!
What to do if you have a serious accident while on holiday
Millions of Britons every year continue to surrender these shores in favour of foreign climes. Unfortunately, a dream holiday can turn into a nightmare if you have an accident. You might be left with some nasty injuries after a prang in your rental car, if you fall headlong on a hotel step or go for six on a speed boat. So, because accidents can and do happen abroad, it’s important to know where you stand.
FORMIA brings Chopard on board
To mark the arrival of 2012, Air Astana has welcomed on board its Business Class cabin the new Chopard Kits created and supplied by branded amenities expert, FORMIA. The new kits will be flying over the next 2 years and represent the debut of the “über luxury” brand, Chopard, in airline amenities.
Wedding Bells Ring Onboard Cunard Cruises
Cunard Cruises have been a popular choice for honeymoons for many years. Newly weds have long enjoyed the luxury and opulence onboard the cruise ships as they travelled from one exotic destination to another. From April this year, for the first time, couples will be able to say ‘I do’ onboard the Queen Elizabeth, Queen Mary 2 and the Queen Victoria in a ceremony conducted by the Captain.
Breaking Travel News Interview: David Ruetz, head of ITB Berlin
With just days to go until the launch of ITB Berlin 2012 – the world’s leading travel trade show – Breaking Travel News sat down with David Ruetz, head of the annual event, to discuss what visitors can expect this year.
Top 10 family holiday destinations in 2012
Wondering if there’s any light at the end of this long winter tunnel? Cheer up and check out some of the best family holidays for 2012. There are options to suit every budget and all are within easy reach of the UK: