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Travellers Autobarn Launches Brand New 2013 2-berth Campervan Rental Models
Travellers Autobarn is launching brand new 2013 2-berth campervan rental models - the newest of its kind in the Australian budget market.
Breaking Travel News interview: Ali Selcuk Can, director, Turkish Culture & Tourism Office, London
Turkey has seen consistent increases in visitor numbers over the past decade, as travellers realise there is a great deal more to see outside of the wonders of Istanbul. Here Breaking Travel News sits down with Ali Selcuk Can, director, Turkish Culture & Tourism Office, London, to discuss what the organisation is doing to get its message out to consumers.
Simple, fast and professional: StepMap revolutionizes the Map creating process for tour operators
Using external agencies, expensive graphic designers or complicated and costly software to create Maps for brochures and websites is a thing of the past. The Internet portal StepMap (http://www.stepmap.com) enables tour operators to create, customize and download Maps in high resolution for all purposes (web, print and mobile devices).
Breaking Travel News Interview: Angel Gallego, president of Amadeus APAC
Earlier this month, Amadeus appointed Angel Gallego as the new president of Amadeus Asia-Pacific, replacing David Brett, who had been with the travel technology company for 23 years. Here Breaking Travel News sits down with Gallego to find out what his plans and priorities over the next few months.
New study reveals economic pressures during 2010 ash cloud
A new analysis of the volcanic ash crisis in 2010 which led to the closure of Europe’s airspace for six days and huge financial losses for airlines reveals how powerful economic interests can shape regulation. It explores how, before the crisis, the airline industry failed to respond to regulators’ calls to discuss modifications to standards and protocols. Then, during the crisis, commercial pressures forced the modification of internationally agreed safety guidelines in a matter of days.
Villa Lavaya wins The Service Excellence Award at inaugural Lilizela Tourism Awards
The inaugural South African Lilizela Tourism Awards national winners were announced on the 12th September at a sparkling function held at the Tshwane Events Centre and attended by the who’s who of the tourism industry. These inaugural awards celebrate the best of the tourism industry’s service records and act as a benchmark for excellence across the tourism sector.
Trafalgar Travel takes top World Travel Awards title
Jamaica-based Trafalgar Travel has scored a record seventh consecutive World Travel Awards title, walking away with the trophy for the Caribbean’s Leading Travel Agency at a ceremony in Antigua. Hosted by Sandals Grande Antigua Resort & Spa, the World Travel Awards Caribbean & North America Gala Ceremony rewarded the very best in regional hospitality.
Jump in and discover diving with ‘Into the Blue 2013’ from PADI
PADI Europe, Middle East and Africa is conducting a brand new event alongside participating PADI Dive Centers with the aim of providing non divers the perfect opportunity to jump in and learn to scuba dive!
WTTC Asia Summit: Seoul welcomes industry leaders
Delegates are attending the opening sessions of the World Travel & Tourism Council Asia Summit in Seoul, South Korea. The event this year focuses on ‘Staying Ahead of Tomorrow’, encapsulating the region’s global lead in technology development; consumer understanding across different cultures; planning ahead for infrastructure build; launching new product; and developing human capital. Here Breaking Travel News takes a look at tourism in what is on offer at the event.
WTTC Asia Summit: Spotlight on Seoul
Delegates are arriving in Seoul, South Korea, today as the capital prepares to host the World Travel & Tourism Council Asia Summit, one of the most significant events on the industry calendar. Here Breaking Travel News examines at the tourism industry in the destination and takes a look at some of the highlights greeting visitors.
ParStream and bd4travel partner to revolutionize Analytics for the Travel & Tourism Industry
Industry experts to offer real-time analytics for travel, powered by ParStream the leading Big Data analytics platform
Travel Money Matters
Money is vital to travel – for a start, if you don’t have enough, you can’t go! However, issues around money and travel go much further than simply having enough to cover your trip. Here are some cash-related concerns to consider when planning your next getaway: