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Etihad Airways welcomes guests to Abu Dhabi ahead of F1 Grand Prix
Abu Dhabi will be the ultimate destination for motorsport action this weekend, as the much-awaited 2012 Formula 1 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix makes a welcome return to the UAE capital. The event will be hosted at the ground-breaking Yas Marina Circuit.
Breaking Travel News interview: Nick Stafford, general manager, Escapes Europe, LivingSocial
Breaking Travel News here sites down with Nick Stafford, general manager, Escapes Europe to discuss the phenomenal growth in the mobile travel space and how brands such as LivingSocial are responding to such rapid change.
Breaking Travel News interview: Diane Bouzebiba, managing director, Amadeus UK & Ireland
Leading travel technology company Amadeus, which celebrates its 25th anniversary this month, recently launched Amadeus IT Consulting and Solutions. Breaking Travel News sits down with Diane Bouzebiba following her recent appointment as managing director of Amadeus UK & Ireland to discuss the future of global distribution systems, multi-channel strategies, the arrival of ‘Generation Y’ and much more.
Family Holidays Guaranteed to Make the Kids Smile
One of the best things about going on holiday as a family is watching the children smile, laugh and have some serious fun. Family holidays are all about relaxing, doing things together as a family and having a great time.
Meliá Hotels International takes leadership position on sustainability with EarthCheck
Meliá Hotels International (Meliá) has extended its global partnership with EarthCheck, the world’s leading sustainable tourism brand, to reinforce its commitment to delivering the highest level of sustainable operations and community engagement.
Breaking Travel News interview: Richard Singer, managing director, Travelzoo Europe
Leading last minute deals publisher Travelzoo launched in Europe during 2005 and has already gained over six million subscribers. Breaking Travel News here sits down with Richard Singer, the company’s newly appointed managing director for Europe to find out what it is that gives Travelzoo its leading edge. We also discuss emerging markets, mobile technology, the post-Olympic-period in London and his predictions for the online travel space.
Breaking Travel News interview: David Millili, chief executive, Pegasus Solutions
Breaking Travel News sits down with David Millili from Pegasus Solutions, the largest processor of electronic hotel transactions, to find out how he is finding his new role as chief executive, his priorities ahead, opportunities for hoteliers, mobile technology and what the future holds for Pegasus Solutions.
Tips for visiting the best little known holiday destinations
When deciding where to go on holiday, it can be as much of a struggle deciding where you want to spend your time as it is deciding where to buy your travel insurance from. You want it to be a once in a lifetime experience that you will never forget, but so many times that dream can be ruined by lack of research. You turn up at the best hotel you can find, only to discover that it’s the busiest weekend of the year, meaning that everything is busy, everywhere is full and all the museums and tourist destinations are packed to the rafters. That’s not how you want to spend your holiday.
Sharp Rise in Demand of Activity Holidays Following Olympics
Following the success of this year’s London 2012 Olympics, the popularity of activity-based holidays has soared. It appears a rise in the demand for activity holidays over beach and relaxation breaks has been inspired by the success of Team GB and the sporting triumphs of gold medallists such as Bradley Wiggins, Chris Hoy and Jessica Ennis.
Top caravan accessories
If you’re going on an extended caravan holiday this year or staying in a static caravan park, there are a number of different caravan accessories you should consider investing in to make your experience safer and more enjoyable.
Breaking Travel News interview: Sarah Friedrich, sales manager leisure, A-ROSA Resorts
A-ROSA Finest Hideaway Resorts was among the big winners at the recent World Travel Awards Europe Gala Ceremony in Portugal. Here Breaking Travel News sits down with Sarah Friedrich, sales manager leisure, A-ROSA Finest Hideaway Resorts, to see what the victories mean for the brand.
Breaking Travel News interview: John Brayford, chief executive, RAK Airways
On the back of signing a new codeshare deal with Etihad Airways and announcing its first ever GDS participation agreement, RAK Airways chief executive officer, John Brayford, sits down with Breaking Travel News to discuss the United Arab Emirates-based carrier’s planned expansion.