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Breaking Travel News investigates: Carlton Hotel St. Mortiz celebrates centenary

Breaking Travel News investigates: Carlton Hotel St. Mortiz celebrates centenary

One of the places in the world where you can genuinely lose track of time is the Romanoff restaurant in the Carlton Hotel, despite the fact that time itself plays a special role in the historic atmosphere reminiscent of the Belle Epoque. Named after the last family of tsars, the Romanoff tells the story of the past hundred years with an unobtrusive charm.

Spotless rooms more important than child safety: survey’s surprising results

Spotless rooms more important than child safety: survey’s surprising results

Holiday provider Teletext uncovers unexpected statistics after researching parents’ top holiday concerns In a poll that aimed to discover the top-ranking issues worrying parents when taking their children on holiday, travel specialist Teletext Holidays found that the cleanliness of the hotel rooms is the most important concern for just under a quarter of parents (24 per cent), ranking above pool safety (17 per cent) and general safety in and around hotels (14 per cent).  

Early Bird - 2014 Cruise Deals and Special Offers

Early Bird - 2014 Cruise Deals and Special Offers

Value World Tours is pleased to announce the release of several new cruise deals and special offers for 2014. If modern life has left you feeling stressed and you are looking for great savings to help you get away and relax for a few days, our early bird discount offers great opportunities to take advantage of deep discounts on four different cruise offers for the coming year. By booking early, couples can save up to $600 while enjoying a cruise that will provide memories to last a lifetime.

Abu Dhabi releases packed sports event calendar

Abu Dhabi releases packed sports event calendar

Abu Dhabi has released details of a packed sports calendar over coming months, with a series of top events set to take place in the emirate. Highlights include the return of the ever spectacular F1 Etihad Airways Abu Dhabi Grand Prix and Polo at the Palace, which is set to take place at the stunning Emirates Palace later this year.

World Travel Awards helps Antigua & Barbuda cement tourism rise

World Travel Awards helps Antigua & Barbuda cement tourism rise

Antigua & Barbuda is preparing to host the World Travel Awards North America & Caribbean Gala Ceremony next month as it continues its ascent to the pinnacle of global tourism. Sandals Grande Antigua Resort & Spa was awarded hosting rights earlier this year, with hundreds of top industry insiders expected to arrive for the event on September 14th.

Breaking Travel News investigates: Harnn Heritage Spa at Danang Sun Peninsula Resort

Breaking Travel News investigates: Harnn Heritage Spa at Danang Sun Peninsula Resort

The InterContinental Danang Sun Peninsula Resort, a nominee of this year World Travel Awards, has added another hallmark into his impressive portfolio. After helming Monsieur Michel Roux’s latest masterpiece, La Maison 1888 restaurant which blends exquisite French cuisine with the stunning view of the mythical Monkey Mountain for a spectacular, unforgettable dining experience, the resort now has the honour to house Harnn’s very first venture in Vietnam.

Breaking Travel News investigates: JW Marriott Cusco

Breaking Travel News investigates: JW Marriott Cusco

Located in the city’s historical centre, the JW Marriott Hotel Cusco combines the needs of today’s luxury traveller with the design elements of an architecturally stunning archaeological site. This five-star Cusco hotel offers easy access to Peru’s iconic attractions and towns including Machu Picchu, the Urubamba Sacred Valley, Ollantaytambo and Pisaq. Here Breaking Travel News takes a look around the best show in town.

Breaking Travel News interview: Cathal O’Connell, chief executive, bmi regional

Breaking Travel News interview: Cathal O’Connell, chief executive, bmi regional

When British Midland International was finally subsumed into International Airlines Group, owners of British Airways, in 2012 it was by no means clear that offshoot bmi regional would be able to make it on its own. Yet a little over a year later the airline has established itself as a niche carrier, offering scheduled passenger services across the UK and Europe. Here Breaking Travel News sits down with chief executive Cathal O’Connell to see how the journey from disposable subsidiary to standalone carrier was successfully made.

With Holidaycheck.com, say NO to bad surprises

With Holidaycheck.com, say NO to bad surprises

When arrived on your chosen destination to start your well-deserved holiday, the last thing that you would like to happen is to find yourself in a dirty and unfriendly hotel.  Holidaycheck.com is the website which will help you to make your perfect holiday and to not live a deceiving experience that could ruin your trip.

Worldwide Rail Journeys launches special luxurious packages for the Elite Club Members

Worldwide Rail Journeys launches special luxurious packages for the Elite Club Members

Worldwide Rail Journeys, the promoter of luxury train journeys, recently announced special luxury train packages for the elite club members including Elite Club Associations, Alumni Associations, University Faculties, Golf Club Members, Polo Club Members, Premier Club Members etc. for offering them a royal experience. The one point source to start a wondrously luxury journey on rails in the famed Palace on Wheels, Royal Rajasthan on Wheels, the Maharajas’ Express, Deccan Odyssey, Rovos Rail, Rocky Mountaineer or the Golden Chariot, Worldwide rail has put in considerable thought in offering this package.

Final Ramadan celebrations at Atlantis, The Palm

Final Ramadan celebrations at Atlantis, The Palm

Atlantis, The Palm has closed a month long series of celebrations hosted in honour of the Muslim festival of Ramadan. The event offered guest a chance to discover the richness of the Arab culture and an insight to one of the most significant events in the Middle East.

Ramadan draws to a close at Madinat Jumeirah

Ramadan draws to a close at Madinat Jumeirah

Madinat Jumeirah has welcomed guests to a special Eid celebration as the Muslim holy month of Ramadan draws to a close. Hundreds of guests were in attendance for the event, which saw celebrations take place at the Mina A’ Salam and Al Qasr restaurants, as well as the Souk Madinat Jumeirah.