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Joburg goes from strength to strength
Johannesburg is leveraging the huge success of hosting the World Cup to continue developing its tourism potential. Breaking Travel News looks at what the City of Gold is doing to keep the momentum going.
Starwood shines bright at World Travel Awards
The Westin Grand Cape Town has taken the title of “Africa’s Leading Meetings and Conference Hotel” at the 2010 World Travel Awards Ceremony, whilst Arabella Western Cape Hotel & Spa walked away with the awards for “Africa’s Leading Luxury Hotel”, “Africa’s Leading Spa Resort” and “South Africa’s Leading Spa Resort”.
Mantis raises the bar
South Africa’s Mantis Collection has consolidated its position as one of the world’s leading luxury hospitality brands by walking away with two top prizes at the World Travel Awards in Johannesburg. BTN finds out more about the group’s unique collection of worldwide properties.
Tombstone Mentality: Innovation in Aviation
Plane crashes are almost always immediately followed by aviation defenders reiterating their mantra that flying is the safest way to travel. But how did aviation evolve from a daredevil adventure for pioneers like Charles Lindberg to become the mass transportation system of choice? Chris O’Toole takes a look.
A journey of hope for a new South Africa
Alexandra, “the Mother of all Townships”, holds a treasured place in South Africa’s apartheid history. Breaking Travel News visited there as part of Fifa’s Football for Hope Festival.
Mission Hills Group
Mission Hills Group – a pioneer in China’s hospitality, sports and leisure industry – has expanded its business across the cities of Shenzhen, Dongguan and Haikou. During its 18-year existence, it has evolved into a world-class conglomerate of hotels and resorts; golf and country clubs; international residential communities; award-winning spas; sports academies and pro shops to create a comprehensive set of unparalleled, luxury lifestyle experiences. Mission Hills Group is regarded as the leading leisure, sports investment and management firm in not only Asia-Pacific, but the world.
Famous for Film: Global holiday ideas
While London, New York, and Los Angeles have played host to countless movies over the last century, a few locations have shone even more brightly. Those cities which have taken their time on centre stage to build a lasting career. Here Chris O’Toole looks at the success stories.
Google Seals the Deal With ITA
Media outlets around the world are abuzz with the news of Google’s ITA Software acquisition.
Canadian Online Travel Penetration Rises Amid the Recession
The global recession left few travel markets unscathed and Canada was no exception.
Abu Dhabi builds world-class sport tourism credentials
The fast-growing emirate of Abu Dhabi has idenitifed sport tourism as a fundamental strategy to help meet its ambitious growth targets. From hosting the Abu Dhabi F1 Grand Prix to its new partnership with Manchester City, it is utilising the power of sport to spread its name globally.
On Again, Off Again: Why Online Travelers Book Offline
Consumer behavior during the all-important purchase phase is what most travel companies aspire to influence.
Udo Heine shares Ukraine’s Leopolis Hotel
The destination of choice in the Ukrainian city of Lviv, the prestigious Leopolis Hotel is a truly unique property. Offering exquisitely comfortable guestrooms, the hotel maintains the harmonious combination of classical charm and modern convenience. Here Breaking Travel News sits down with manager Udo Heine to discuss the future of this prestigious property.