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Stag Groups Urged To Choose Amsterdam For Holland Festival
With the 2012 Holland Festival due to start at the beginning of June groups booking a stag party to a European destination this summer are being urged to consider a trip to Amsterdam, say pre-nuptial event organisers The Stag Company today.
The BTN Interview: Martin Rinck, President, Asia Pacific, Hilton Worldwide
Hilton Worldwide has ambitious plans to grow to 300 hotels in Asia Pacific over the next six years. Martin Rinck, Hilton Worldwide’s president of the Asia Pacific region talks to Breaking Travel News about Hilton’s Asia Pacific pipeline of 140 hotels, tapping into China and just how the brand continues to stay ahead of the game with innovative products and services.
PriceTravel launches operations in Colombia
PriceTravel, Mexico’s most innovative travel agency, begins operations in Colombia with the official launch of http://www.PriceTravel.co and the opening of five retail travel kiosks strategically located in some of Bogota’s most prominent shopping centers: Gran Estación, Plaza de las Américas, Salitre Plaza, Hayuelos and Santa Fe. The company’s efforts in the market will be managed by travel industry leader Hernando Bustamente, Colombia operations manager, who will oversee an initial team of more than a dozen employees, announced Oliver Reinhart, PriceTravel’s chief executive officer.
Ireland to France - All year long!
Celtic Link Ferries are proud to be the only ferry company sailing between Ireland and France- ALL YEAR LONG. Celtic Link Ferries’ ship, Celtic Horizon is the newest and fastest vessel sailing between Rosslare and Cherbourg. Celtic Link Ferries offer people the absolute best prices for anybody travelling by car, campervan, van or motorbike.
PriceTravel signs tourism child protection code of conduct
PriceTravel, Mexico’s most innovative online and wholesale travel agency, is the first travel agency in Quintana Roo to take a stand against the commercial sexual exploitation of children by signing the Tourism Child-Protection Code of Conduct (The Code) in collaboration with the Riviera Maya Hotel Association.
Dubai leads tourism surge in United Arab Emirates
Dubai has been considered among the premium tourist destinations in the Middle East for over a decade. Now, with new airlift, hotels and attractions on offer, the emirate is cementing its place among the leading tourism markets around the world. Breaking Travel News takes a look.
One-Stop Travel Planning Website for Pet Owners Launches in time for Summer Travel
Pet Hotels of America, the first all-inclusive travel planning website for pet owners has launched in time for making summer vacation plans. The website is kicking off its launch with At Pet Hotels of America, pet owners may reserve at more than 25,000 pet-friendly hotels in America, make airline reservations and car rentals, and get special deals on vacation packages.
The Last Word redefines luxury in Cape Town
In a hospitality environment at times overcome with monotony, The Last Word prides itself on offering a distinct five-star experience. Treating guests like royalty, the family run business offers personalised hospitality in picturesque locations surrounded by exquisite style and elegance.
Fly to Alicante and then discover it by car
Tucked away on the South East coast of Spain, Alicante has gradually been transformed from a quiet port town into a dynamic resort, bubbling with entertainment and nightlife all year round. With easy access to Madrid, Palma and even Morocco, Alicante is a gateway to some of Europe’s most-loved tourist spots.
Westin Sendai leads tsunami recovery efforts in Japan
The Westin Sendai recently played host to the opening sessions of the World Travel & Tourism Council Global Summit 2012. Before decamping to Tokyo, delegates were treated to world-class hospitality in this thriving metropolitan destination which, just a year after an earthquake and tsunami struck the region, is bustling with guests once again. Here Breaking Travel News takes a look at what is on offer at the property.
WTTC Global Summit interview: Tom Klein, president of Sabre Holdings
As the WTTC Global Summit 2012 in Japan draws to a close, Breaking Travel News catches up with Tom Klein, president of Sabre Holdings, to discuss future travel technology trends, the importance of data transparency for consumers and Sabre’s latest initiatives.
Abu Dhabi moves into the spotlight
Abu Dhabi has been named as the host destination for the 13th WTTC Global Summit, which will bring hundreds of international travel and tourism leaders to the UAE capital next year. This is the latest coup for the emirate, which beat all records and targets for guest arrivals in 2011. Breaking Travel News takes a look at some of the exciting developments on the horizon as Abu Dhabi moves into the spotlight.