https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/tags/tag/london 2012 olympics/ London 2012 Olympics News en Breaking Travel News Copyright 2026 2026-04-19T09:20:51+00:00 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/uk-continues-to-benefit-from-olympic-legacy/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/uk-continues-to-benefit-from-olympic-legacy/ Almost two years to the day from the Opening Ceremony of the London 2012 Olympic Games a new report from the British Government shows that the Olympic Games continue to provide significant legacies for the city of London – and Britain as a whole. International Olympic Committee President Thomas Bach explained: “Ensuring a positive legacy from the Olympic Games for a host city and country is very important for the IOC.” Mon, 28 Jul 2014 10:14:24 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/world-travel-market-uk-received-tourism-boost-from-london-2012-olympics/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/world-travel-market-uk-received-tourism-boost-from-london-2012-olympics/ London and the UK are receiving a massive tourism boost from the 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games despite concerns before and during the event that it would have little impact, reveals research released at World Travel Market. Almost two-thirds of senior industry executives attending World Travel Market this week state there has been an increase in demand for London following the Games, including more than a quarter that say there has been much more interest. Thu, 07 Nov 2013 09:48:19 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/visitbritain-hails-tourism-success-of-london-2012-olympic-games/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/visitbritain-hails-tourism-success-of-london-2012-olympic-games/ Britain received 31.1 million visitors last year, a one per cent increase on the figure for 2011, making it the best year for inbound tourism since 2008. Those visitors that did come also spent more, with some £18.6 billion changing hands, a four per cent increase on 2011 and a record high in nominal terms. Fri, 05 Jul 2013 12:12:39 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/west-ham-to-take-olympic-stadium-in-2016/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/west-ham-to-take-olympic-stadium-in-2016/ West Ham United have once again been awarded the right to make the Olympic Stadium in east London their home from the start of the 2016/17 season. The decision, announced earlier, potentially brings to a close the arduous negotiations over the future of the stadium which have rumbled on since the end of the Games. Fri, 22 Mar 2013 11:18:54 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/london-2012-improves-image-of-britain-overseas/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/london-2012-improves-image-of-britain-overseas/ A new study commissioned by VisitBritain and its partners in the GREAT campaign suggests global perceptions of ‘Welcome’, Britain’s ‘Overall Nation Brand’ and the UK’s sporting and cultural credentials have significantly improved thanks to the hosting of the London 2012 Games. The Nations Brands Index research rates 50 of the world’s leading nations around six core categories. Thu, 17 Jan 2013 10:12:34 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/british-image-transformed-by-london-2012/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/british-image-transformed-by-london-2012/ Research by the British Council suggests the UK’s big events of the past year – including the Olympics, Paralympics and Jubilee – have improved the its reputation overseas and created substantial new interest in the country as a place to visit, study and do business. The research was carried out for the British Council by Ipsos MORI among 8,000 adults in 11 key overseas economies – including the US, China, India and Russia. Tue, 18 Dec 2012 10:31:55 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/world-travel-market-london-must-do-more-to-boost-2012-olympic-legacy/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/world-travel-market-london-must-do-more-to-boost-2012-olympic-legacy/ London 2012 will have a positive impact on future UK tourism but the government still needs to do more to help, said delegates at the latest WTM Meridian Club Think Tank. Senior buyers from WTM Meridian Club involved the hotel sector – hoteliers, wholesalers, inbound operators and Travel Management Companies - met in central London earlier. Tue, 11 Dec 2012 09:39:23 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/london-2012-organisers-pass-on-knowledge/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/london-2012-organisers-pass-on-knowledge/ The International Olympic Committee’s debriefing of the London 2012 Olympic Games has wrapped up in Rio de Janeiro, bringing a close to a week-long transfer of knowledge between organisers of the Games of the XXX Olympiad and future host cities. Representatives from the IOC and the London 2012 Organising Committee shared their best practices and experiences from this summer’s Games with over 500 participants from Sochi 2014, Rio 2016, PyeongChang 2018, and the 2020 Candidate Cities: Istanbul, Tokyo and Madrid. Thu, 22 Nov 2012 10:35:14 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/olympics-drives-down-uk-visitor-numbers/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/olympics-drives-down-uk-visitor-numbers/ Figures released by VisitBritain reveal arrivals dipped slightly during the Olympic Games. Numbers were down five per cent during the month of August, but this still leaves overall visits for the year to date at the same level as 2011. Fri, 12 Oct 2012 09:25:23 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/breaking-travel-news-investigates-what-next-for-the-olympic-park/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/breaking-travel-news-investigates-what-next-for-the-olympic-park/ With the Paralympics reaching their conclusion on Sunday, it really will all be over for the Olympic summer in London. But what comes next? What of the 2.5 km2 Olympic Park in the east of the city? Centre of the world’s attention for the past month or more, will it now be left to slide into obscurity? Here Breaking Travel News takes a look at the plans to turn it into one the most popular tourist destinations in the capital. Thu, 06 Sep 2012 14:00:54 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/transformation-completed-ahead-of-paralympic-games-opening-ceremony/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/transformation-completed-ahead-of-paralympic-games-opening-ceremony/ After a spectacular Olympic Games, the London 2012 Organising Committee (LOCOG) has been busy undertaking a huge transitional operation to make the Paralympic Games equally successful. Work has already been completed on many Olympic venues to transform them for the Paralympics ahead of the Opening Ceremony this evening. Wed, 29 Aug 2012 09:25:44 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/london-2012-organisers-awarded-olympic-orders/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/london-2012-organisers-awarded-olympic-orders/ Key people involved in the organisation of the London 2012 Olympic Games have been awarded Olympic Orders in recognition of their hard work and achievements over the last seven years. Jacques Rogge, President of the International Olympic Committee, presented gold Olympic Orders – the highest award of the Olympic Movement – to Seb Coe, chair of the London 2012 Organising Committee (LOCOG), and to Paul Deighton, LOCOG chief executive. Wed, 15 Aug 2012 10:30:41 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/olympic-flag-arrives-in-rio-ahead-of-2016/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/olympic-flag-arrives-in-rio-ahead-of-2016/ Rio de Janeiro has received the official Olympic Flag as the city takes over the role of Host City from London. Rio mayor Eduardo Paes, who received the flag from London mayor Boris Johnson at the Closing Ceremony on Sunday, waved the flag after stepping off the plane. Tue, 14 Aug 2012 10:13:29 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/hunt-makes-tourism-play-for-chinese-visitors/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/hunt-makes-tourism-play-for-chinese-visitors/ Jeremy Hunt has launched an £8 million advertising campaign designed to triple the number of Chinese visitors to the United Kingdom over the next three years. The secretary of state for culture, Olympics, media and sport said the initiative was part of a wider drive to “turbo-charge” the tourism sector in the wake of the London 2012 Olympic Games. Tue, 14 Aug 2012 09:53:21 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/british-airways-celebrates-park-live-success/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/british-airways-celebrates-park-live-success/ Even more people than usual have experienced a British Airways welcome this summer as the airline greeted some 400,000 guests to Park Live presented by British Airways at the Olympic Park. The area was the only place at the Olympic Park where spectators could watch the action on giant screens and see the athletes interviewed on the stage. Tue, 14 Aug 2012 06:51:42 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ukinbound-warns-uk-government-not-to-squander-olympic-legacy/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ukinbound-warns-uk-government-not-to-squander-olympic-legacy/ As the 2012 London Olympics came to a glorious climax yesterday, UKinbound’s chief executive Mary Rance called on the government not to squander all that has been achieved. “Now is not the time to pat each other on the back and say job well done,” said Rance. Mon, 13 Aug 2012 12:16:40 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/british-music-showcased-at-london-2012-closing-ceremony/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/british-music-showcased-at-london-2012-closing-ceremony/ A galaxy of world-famous musicians and fashion icons have performed at the Closing Ceremony of the Olympic Games, including George Michael, Tinie Tempah, Kate Moss, Naomi Campbell, The Spice Girls and The Who. Kim Gavin, artistic director of the Olympic Closing Ceremony, brought together Britain’s biggest international stars and emerging talent to perform in an event that celebrated the achievements of the world’s greatest athletes during the London 2012 Olympic Games. Mon, 13 Aug 2012 08:24:26 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/heathrow-opens-olympic-park-to-wave-off-athletes/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/heathrow-opens-olympic-park-to-wave-off-athletes/ Heathrow is waving off athletes in style on one of the most challenging and high-profile days in its history following the closing ceremony of the London 2012 Olympic Games. The first athletes have started to arrive at a specially constructed Games Terminal which has been dressed like a London park to give a memorable farewell. Mon, 13 Aug 2012 08:18:33 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/qatar-gets-gold/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/qatar-gets-gold/ As the host of the 2022 FIFA World Cup, Qatar has been promoting their sporting and cultural heritage in style during the London Olympics 2012 where they set up camp by the Savoy London at Qatar House. Breaking Travel news takes a look. Mon, 13 Aug 2012 08:09:00 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/visitbritain-revels-in-olympic-glory/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/visitbritain-revels-in-olympic-glory/ As the curtain comes down on the Games of the XXX Olympiad, VisitBritain, the national tourism agency, has released initial findings on how the hosting of the London 2012 Games has showcased Britain to the world - and how the agency plans to make the most of this opportunity. Since the bid was won in 2005, VisitBritain has been planning to use the massive global exposure around the Games to encourage more people from overseas to holiday here in the years ahead. Mon, 13 Aug 2012 07:59:01 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/coe-thanks-british-volunteers-at-olympic-flame-moves-to-brazil/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/coe-thanks-british-volunteers-at-olympic-flame-moves-to-brazil/ London 2012 chairman Seb Coe has thanked the hundreds of thousands of people who helped to make the 16 days of the Olympic Games a success during a stunning ceremonial finale. Speaking during the Closing Ceremony of the event in the Olympic Stadium in Stratford, he said: “The British people got behind London’s bid and they got behind London’s Games.” Mon, 13 Aug 2012 07:34:21 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/paralympics-aims-for-london-2012-sell-out/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/paralympics-aims-for-london-2012-sell-out/ With just weeks to go to the London 2012 Paralympic Games, the London Organising Committee of the Olympic Games and Paralympic Games has confirmed a record 2.1 million Paralympic tickets have already now been sold. With over 600,000 tickets purchased in the last month, the total number of Paralympic tickets sold has now surpassed the previous record of 1.8 million tickets sold in 2008 for the Beijing Games. Mon, 13 Aug 2012 06:46:35 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/breaking-travel-news-investigates-london-2012-where-did-it-all-go-so-right/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/breaking-travel-news-investigates-london-2012-where-did-it-all-go-so-right/ With two weeks of competition now complete and Team GB looking good for a better than expected third place in the medals table, Breaking Travel News here takes stock of the London 2012 Olympic Games. Thu, 09 Aug 2012 15:24:37 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/saudi-runner-attar-makes-history-at-london-2012/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/saudi-runner-attar-makes-history-at-london-2012/ Sarah Attar today became the first Saudi Arabian woman to compete in athletics at the Olympic Games - and she hopes her participation at London 2012 will “make a difference”. Sarah Attar of Saudi Arabia was cheered on by thousands of people in the Olympic Stadium when she took her place at the start of the 800 metres. Wed, 08 Aug 2012 14:03:10 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/bolt-wins-gold-ahead-of-jamaicas-50th-anniversary-celebrations/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/bolt-wins-gold-ahead-of-jamaicas-50th-anniversary-celebrations/ Usain Bolt has fulfilled his dream of becoming a ‘legend’ of the athletics by successfully defending his Olympic 100m title in stunning style at the London 2012 Games. Bolt was only fifth quickest out of the blocks but was quickly into his running and stormed to victory in 9.63, the second quickest in history and an Olympic record. Mon, 06 Aug 2012 08:02:16 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/more-than-5-million-spectators-welcomed-so-far/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/more-than-5-million-spectators-welcomed-so-far/ As the Olympic Games pass the halfway mark, the London 2012 Organising Committee has revealed it has welcomed more than five million spectators through the doors of its venues so far. The Olympic Park alone has seen more than one million visitors since the Games began, according to official reports. Mon, 06 Aug 2012 08:02:06 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/london-2012-festival-gets-underway-with-free-events/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/london-2012-festival-gets-underway-with-free-events/ As Saturday gets underway in the capital – when a total of 38 Olympic gold medals will be awarded – residents and visitors to London are also preparing for a dazzling weekend of free events in the capital for the London 2012 Festival. Sat, 04 Aug 2012 13:11:11 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ioc-awards-2014-and-2016-olympic-games-broadcast-rights-in-canada/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ioc-awards-2014-and-2016-olympic-games-broadcast-rights-in-canada/ The International Olympic Committee has announced an agreement with CBC/Radio-Canada to broadcast the XXII Olympic Winter Games in Sochi, Russia, in 2014 and the Games of the XXXI Olympiad in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, in 2016. CBC/Radio-Canada, Canada’s national public radio and television broadcaster, has acquired the rights across all broadcast platforms, including free-to-air television, subscription television, internet and mobile phone in all languages.  Fri, 03 Aug 2012 06:55:29 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/olympics-opening-ceremony-expected-to-boost-uk-tourism1/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/olympics-opening-ceremony-expected-to-boost-uk-tourism1/ Watched by 27 million British views, the Olympics opening ceremony was hailed a triumph across the country, but will Danny Boyle’s spectacular show resonate with oversees viewers and tempt them to visit Britain? A new poll by TripAdvisor reveals that 56 per cent of respondents believe the opening ceremony itself will have a positive impact on UK tourism. Fri, 03 Aug 2012 06:00:38 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/team-gb-celebrates-first-gold-medals-at-london-2012-08-02/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/team-gb-celebrates-first-gold-medals-at-london-2012-08-02/ Bradley Wiggins has written his name in history after becoming the first man to win the Tour de France and Olympic gold in the same year with victory in the Road Cycling Time Trial. The 32-year-old claimed his fourth Olympic Games gold and seventh medal in all, surpassing Sir Steve Redgrave with a British record haul of Games medals, in an imperious victory. Thu, 02 Aug 2012 10:12:55 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/str-global-strong-occupancy-rates-at-london-hotels/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/str-global-strong-occupancy-rates-at-london-hotels/ STR Global is reporting hoteliers across London saw 84.4 per cent occupancy during the first two days of the Olympics - July 27th-29th. Properties in the capital also reported average room rates of £224.72. Wed, 01 Aug 2012 11:54:39 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/phelps-becomes-greatest-olympian-of-all-time-at-london-2012/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/phelps-becomes-greatest-olympian-of-all-time-at-london-2012/ Michael Phelps has become the most decorated Olympian of all-time after claiming a silver and a gold at the Aquatics Centre. The American finished second in the 200m Butterfly - just behind South Africa’s Chad le Clos - to equal the record of 18 Olympic medals set by Soviet gymnast Larisa Latynina in 1964. Wed, 01 Aug 2012 09:56:22 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/orbit-opens-for-spectacular-views-over-the-olympic-park/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/orbit-opens-for-spectacular-views-over-the-olympic-park/ The Orbit, a work of art as well as a viewing platform over the Olympic Park, has opened to visitors. With the Games now underway, access to the Orbit offers stunning views over the Olympic Stadium, Olympic Park and the whole of London. Mon, 30 Jul 2012 12:27:15 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/queen-visits-london-2012-olympic-park/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/queen-visits-london-2012-olympic-park/ Her Majesty the Queen and Prince Phillip, the Duke of Edinburgh, visited the Olympic Park earlier as it opened its gates to thousands of spectators for the Olympic Games. As well as meeting competitors in the Olympic Village, The Queen and the Duke of Edinburgh visited the Aquatics Centre, where they were accompanied by LOCOG chair Seb Coe and Olympic Development Authority chairman John Armitt on a brief tour, and met with Games Makers. Mon, 30 Jul 2012 10:51:39 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/cauldron-moved-into-position-in-olympic-stadium/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/cauldron-moved-into-position-in-olympic-stadium/ The Olympic Cauldron has moved to its resting place in the Olympic Stadium before the start of the London 2012 Athletics competition. The Cauldron, lit here by torchbearer Austin Playfoot, has taken the same position as the Opening Ceremony Bell. Mon, 30 Jul 2012 09:40:11 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/london-olympics-2012-gets-underway/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/london-olympics-2012-gets-underway/ As the London Olympics 2012 gets underway, London’s streets are buzzing as thousands of tourists have descended into the capital, to cheer on their teams and enjoy the party atmosphere. Sun, 29 Jul 2012 09:11:37 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/olympics-hasnt-dampened-london-tourism-says-etoa/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/olympics-hasnt-dampened-london-tourism-says-etoa/ While there have been mixed reports on final visitor figures to London and hotel occupancy levels over the Olympic period, London is faring better than previous Olympic host cities, according to the European Tour Operators Association. Sun, 29 Jul 2012 09:09:48 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/egypt-makes-its-mark-at-london-2012-olympics/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/egypt-makes-its-mark-at-london-2012-olympics/ The Egyptian State Tourist Office is proud to announce their participation in the Africa Village during this year’s London 2012 Olympics. For the very first time in the history of the Games, the 53 African NOCs(National Olympic Committees) are hosting the Africa Village at Kensington Gardens throughout the Olympic period. Sat, 28 Jul 2012 11:55:26 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/london-stages-2012-olympic-games-opening-ceremony/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/london-stages-2012-olympic-games-opening-ceremony/ London has celebrated the Opening Ceremony of the 2012 Olympic Games, as thousands of tourists from around the world arrive in the city. Despite last minute price drops, many hotels are seeing record occupancy levels, with virtually all the tickets for two weeks of sport sold out ahead of time. Fri, 27 Jul 2012 19:50:49 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/breaking-travel-news-investigates-olympics-on-the-brink/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/breaking-travel-news-investigates-olympics-on-the-brink/ With the London 2012 Olympics here, a pitch battle is being fought between supports of the event and those who would have had it called off before it has even begun. Here Breaking Travel News takes a look at some of the arguments on either side. Fri, 27 Jul 2012 19:47:21 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/olympics-flame-concludes-tour-as-london-celebrates-2012-olympic-games/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/olympics-flame-concludes-tour-as-london-celebrates-2012-olympic-games/ Having visited over 1,000 communities around the UK and celebrated the achievements of just over 8,000 torchbearers to date, the Olympic Torch Relay has travelled the River Thames to conclude its 8,000 mile journey. Four times Olympic gold medallist Matthew Pinsent carried the torch earlier this morning, before it concludes its journey at the Olympic Stadium in east London. Fri, 27 Jul 2012 12:00:51 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/brazilian-president-dilma-rousseff-in-london-for-advertising-campaign-launc/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/brazilian-president-dilma-rousseff-in-london-for-advertising-campaign-launc/ Brazilian president Dilma Rousseff was in London earlier for the launch of the country’s new international campaign for tourist promotion. Addressing a ceremony held at London Film Museum on the eve of the London 2012 Olympic Games, Rousseff said: “The Games here in Britain are set to be the best organised ever, but we will do our homework, and see if we can go one better again!” Thu, 26 Jul 2012 15:32:11 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/the-btn-interview-john-penrose-mp-minister-for-tourism-and-heritage/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/the-btn-interview-john-penrose-mp-minister-for-tourism-and-heritage/ John Penrose, the tourism and heritage minister at the department for culture, media and sport, has a busy time ahead of him with the London 2012 Olympic Games opening ceremony kicking off tomorrow. Breaking Travel News catches up with the conservative MP to discuss his expectations and plans for the Games. Thu, 26 Jul 2012 13:19:22 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/bbc-acquires-broadcasting-rights-to-next-four-olympics/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/bbc-acquires-broadcasting-rights-to-next-four-olympics/ The International Olympic Committee has awarded the BBC in the United Kingdom to its next five events. This includes the 2012 Olympic Winter Games in Sochi, the 2016 Olympic Games in Rio De Janeiro, and the 2018 Olympic Winter Games in Pyeongchang. Wed, 18 Jul 2012 11:01:22 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/olympic-athletes-begin-arriving-at-heathrow-ahead-of-london-2012/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/olympic-athletes-begin-arriving-at-heathrow-ahead-of-london-2012/ London Heathrow is today expected to set a new record for passenger numbers as it welcomes athletes to the London 2012 Olympic Games. Today marks the start of the busy period for Olympic arrivals and Britain’s biggest peacetime transport challenge. Mon, 16 Jul 2012 08:43:17 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/saudi-arabia-adds-female-athletes-ahead-of-london-2012-olympic-games/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/saudi-arabia-adds-female-athletes-ahead-of-london-2012-olympic-games/ Saudi Arabia has confirmed it will be sending two female athletes to the London 2012 Olympic Games, meaning every National Olympic Committee will now be represented by women at the event. The decision to send Wodjan Ali Seraj Abdulrahim Shahrkhani (judo, + 78kg) and Sarah Attar (athletics, 800m) follows earlier confirmation by Brunei Darussalam and Qatar - the only other NOCs yet to send female athletes to the Games - they would also have female athletes competing at London 2012. Fri, 13 Jul 2012 09:47:30 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/largest-olympic-rings-unveiled-in-richmond-park/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/largest-olympic-rings-unveiled-in-richmond-park/ The latest official Olympic rings spectacular has been unveiled in London’s Richmond Park. Measuring approximately 300 metres wide, the rings will provide a unique welcome to athletes and visitors. Tue, 10 Jul 2012 08:56:54 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/fans-urged-to-cycle-to-london-2012-olympic-venues/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/fans-urged-to-cycle-to-london-2012-olympic-venues/ The Active Travel programme has introduced free cycle parking and guided walks to venues to help spectators get to the London 2012 Games. As part of the programme Olympian Mark Foster is encouraging people to get active by walking or cycling to their London 2012 venue. Thu, 05 Jul 2012 09:06:46 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/lord-coe-to-join-london-2012-olympic-relay/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/lord-coe-to-join-london-2012-olympic-relay/ LOCOG chairman Lord Coe will join the Olympic torch relay today, as the emblem of the games makes it through his home city of Sheffield. Today is day 38 of the relay, with 142 torchbearers scheduled to carry the flame on its journey from Leeds to Sheffield. Mon, 25 Jun 2012 08:28:41 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/qatar-airways-to-sponsor-qatar-olympic-team/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/qatar-airways-to-sponsor-qatar-olympic-team/ Qatar Airways and the Qatar Olympic Committee have announced a strategic partnership with the national airline named Official Sponsor of the Qatar Olympic Team. Twelve Qatari athletes are set to compete in the London Games this summer, thus making up the biggest ever contingent of local stars to participate in the world’s biggest sporting event. Mon, 25 Jun 2012 08:06:33 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/additional-london-2012-tickets-go-on-sale/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/additional-london-2012-tickets-go-on-sale/ The London Organising Committee of the Olympic Games has confirmed that a further batch of contingency tickets is now on sale. Tickets to Gymnastics Artistic, Gymnastics Trampoline, Tennis, Basketball, Cycling Road, Volleyball, Beach Volleyball, Taekwondo and Archery are all on offer. Fri, 22 Jun 2012 10:02:22 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/olympic-rings-installed-at-london-heathrow-ahead-of-games/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/olympic-rings-installed-at-london-heathrow-ahead-of-games/ Giant Olympic rings have been unveiled at Heathrow Airport, the Host Airport of the London 2012 Olympic Games. The rings will provide a spectacular visual welcome to athletes, Games visitors and other passengers arriving during the London 2012 Games. Thu, 21 Jun 2012 10:23:02 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/sports-stars-sign-up-to-support-visitbritain-ahead-of-london-2012/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/sports-stars-sign-up-to-support-visitbritain-ahead-of-london-2012/ As the country prepares to host the greatest show on earth this summer, VisitBritain has recruited three sporting legends in a new marketing push to inspire potential visitors to explore the whole of Britain. Three-times Wimbledon champion and Olympic gold medallist Boris Becker, the last undisputed world heavyweight boxing champion Lennox Lewis and Ryder Cup winning captain, Colin Montgomerie have all produced a personal film talking about what makes Britain special for them. Wed, 20 Jun 2012 09:31:46 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/taiwan-tourism-bureau-comes-to-london-for-2012/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/taiwan-tourism-bureau-comes-to-london-for-2012/ London Taxi Advertising is launching a full livery taxi advertising campaign for the Taiwan Tourism Bureau in London. Paul Tremarco, sales director at London Taxi Advertising contacted the tourism bureau to promote the effectiveness of taxi advertising as an Outdoor medium during the London 2012 Summer Olympics – a format they have never used before. Mon, 18 Jun 2012 08:21:02 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/london-2012-victory-ceremony-designs-revealed/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/london-2012-victory-ceremony-designs-revealed/ Event organisers at the London 2012 Olympic & Paralympic Games have unveiled the key items that will be used across the 805 Victory Ceremonies during the event. The ceremonial costumes will be worn by volunteer athlete and presenter escorts and volunteer flower and medal bearers. Thu, 07 Jun 2012 07:26:45 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/hospitality-tourism-summit-seeks-single-voice-for-uk-travel-sector/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/hospitality-tourism-summit-seeks-single-voice-for-uk-travel-sector/ Over 500 delegates from the UK tourism industry have gathered at the InterContinental Hotel in London to debate how the destination can best participate in an increasingly competitive global travel environment. Organised by the British Hospitality Association, the inaugural Hospitality & Tourism Summit called for tourism leaders to reassess their perspective as challenges from developing markets continue to mount. Fri, 01 Jun 2012 09:49:43 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ukinbound-raises-concerns-over-olympic-legacy/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ukinbound-raises-concerns-over-olympic-legacy/ UKinbound’s first Business Barometer, a quarterly survey established to gauge members’ levels of business and inhibitors impacting on inbound tourism, has found that members are concerned that inbound tourism bookings/visitor numbers are set to be significantly reduced, despite talk of an Olympic tourism legacy. Commenting on the Business Barometer findings, Mary Rance, UKinbound’s chief executive said: “If ever there was a time for the Government to tackle the key issues affecting UKinbound tourism beyond the Olympics, it is now. The industry is very concerned and the government should be too.” Thu, 31 May 2012 09:56:56 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/amadeus-uk-visitor-numbers-set-to-surge-during-2012-olympic-games/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/amadeus-uk-visitor-numbers-set-to-surge-during-2012-olympic-games/ Amadeus has unveiled a range of travel data trends, based on actual global air reservations, which detail the impact of the London 2012 Olympics on aviation. With approximately 50 days to go before the Games, the findings provide a country-by-country view of where visitors to London during the Olympics period are coming from. Wed, 30 May 2012 07:13:33 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/remaining-olympic-tickets-to-go-on-general-sale-today/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/remaining-olympic-tickets-to-go-on-general-sale-today/ The London 2012 Organising Committee has confirmed further details of Olympic Games tickets available in a new general sale which starts today. LOCOG commercial director Chris Townsend explained: “Our priority has been to get as many people who missed out in the sales process last year to the Games.” Wed, 23 May 2012 08:35:21 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/olympic-and-paralympic-village-receives-seal-of-approval/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/olympic-and-paralympic-village-receives-seal-of-approval/ The accommodation and facilities for athletes at the Olympic and Paralympic Village have been given the seal of approval by the London 2012 Athletes’ Committee. Established by the London 2012 Organising Committee in May 2009 to look after the needs and interests of athletes, the Committee met today for the final time ahead of the Games. Wed, 16 May 2012 09:21:57 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/london-2012-olympic-flame-is-lit-in-greece/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/london-2012-olympic-flame-is-lit-in-greece/ The London 2012 Olympic Flame has been lit in Ancient Olympia, Greece ahead of the start of the London 2012 Olympic Torch Relay on May 18th. Actors dressed in the robes of the ancient Greeks perform in the ancient Olympic stadium following the lighting ceremony at the Temple of Hera in Ancient Olympia, Greece. Thu, 10 May 2012 14:58:51 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/london-2012-to-boost-uk-foreign-guests-by-330000/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/london-2012-to-boost-uk-foreign-guests-by-330000/ The UK will only welcome an additional 330,000 international visitors as a direct result of hosting the London 2012 Olympics, reveals research at the World Travel Market (WTM) Vision Conference London. Wed, 25 Apr 2012 17:30:44 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/olympic-rings-unveiled-at-birmingham-airport/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/olympic-rings-unveiled-at-birmingham-airport/ The latest Olympic Rings have been unveiled at Birmingham Airport where thousands of fans will be welcomed to the UK this summer. Birmingham is the first airport in the UK to showcase a set of giant Olympic Rings. Tue, 24 Apr 2012 11:41:44 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/wttc-global-summit-interview-visitbritain-chairman-christopher-rodrigues/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/wttc-global-summit-interview-visitbritain-chairman-christopher-rodrigues/ With just under 100 days to go until the London Olympics 2012, Breaking Travel News sits down with Christopher Rodrigues, chairman of VisitBritain, at the WTTC Global Summit in Japan to find out how the city is faring. Wed, 18 Apr 2012 23:31:52 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/british-airways-dove-takes-to-skies-ahead-of-london-2012-olympic-games/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/british-airways-dove-takes-to-skies-ahead-of-london-2012-olympic-games/ Heston Blumenthal, Richard E Grant and Tracey Emin have unveiled projects inspired by the London 2012 Olympic Games, produced by rising British talent who they mentored over the past year in the British Airways Great Britons Programme. BA customers will be able to enjoy a London 2012 Games inspired menu created by Michelin star chef Simon Hulstone, watch ‘BOY’ a short-film written by screenwriter Prasanna Puwanarajah and fly on a number of celebratory ‘dove’ aircraft by designer Pascal Anson. Tue, 03 Apr 2012 12:47:25 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/london-2012-olympics-ticket-holders-urged-to-book-travel/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/london-2012-olympics-ticket-holders-urged-to-book-travel/ Olympic gold medallist Jonathan Edwards advised London 2012 ticket holders this week to book their travel to the Games to avoid disappointment. “The athletes realise just how near they are to the Games. Spectators need to realise that too – and get moving,” said Edwards. Wed, 28 Mar 2012 09:00:56 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/team-gb-unveils-london-2012-olympic-kit/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/team-gb-unveils-london-2012-olympic-kit/ Team GB has unveiled its official kit – designed by Stella McCartney and adidas – ahead of the London 2012 Olympic Games. Designers claim the kit is the most comprehensive range that has ever been supplied to a national team ahead of an event - combining the best in performance technologies and stand-out British style. Thu, 22 Mar 2012 12:08:49 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/london-2012-confirms-olympic-flame-torchbearers-and-street-route/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/london-2012-confirms-olympic-flame-torchbearers-and-street-route/ The London 2012 Organising Committee (LOCOG) has confirmed over 7,300 inspiring people who will be carrying the Flame in the Olympic Torch Relay. The Torchbearers include those that were successful through the public nomination processes run by LOCOG and the Presenting Partners, Coca Cola, Lloyds TSB and Samsung. Mon, 19 Mar 2012 11:06:31 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/london-olympics-to-come-in-500-million-under-budget/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/london-olympics-to-come-in-500-million-under-budget/ Hugh Robertson, minister for sport & the Olympics, has told the UK parliament the London 2012 Olympic Games are likely to come in under budget. “Now 96 per cent complete we remain on time and on budget with more than £500 million of uncommitted contingency remaining,” he said, “this is a good position to be in with 150 days to go and sets us up.” Tue, 28 Feb 2012 12:37:00 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/locog-takes-ownership-of-olympic-sailing-village/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/locog-takes-ownership-of-olympic-sailing-village/ The London 2012 Organising Committee has taken temporary ownership of the Olympic and Paralympic Sailing Village in Portland ahead of the Games this summer. The Osprey Quay development, which will contain 84 residential units, will house competitors and team officials taking part in the London 2012 sailing events in Weymouth and Portland. Mon, 20 Feb 2012 10:24:10 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/leading-tourism-bodies-call-for-uk-to-utilise-cultural-heritage-in-2012/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/leading-tourism-bodies-call-for-uk-to-utilise-cultural-heritage-in-2012/ Embracing our cultural heritage as a revenue stream in the Olympic year is crucial to our success as a tourism hub and economic power, say leading industry figures. The National Trust, English Heritage, Historic Royal Palaces, The V&A, Tate, British Museum and National Gallery are among over 100 organisations that will come together to discuss how the sector can maximise opportunities presented by the London Olympics 2012.  Wed, 08 Feb 2012 11:03:35 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/olympic-village-handed-over-as-london-begins-six-month-countdown/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/olympic-village-handed-over-as-london-begins-six-month-countdown/ With exactly six months to go until the London 2012 Games, the Olympic Delivery Authority has handed over the Olympic and Paralympic Village site to the London 2012 Organising Committee. Work will now begin on the huge process to fit out the new apartments and Village site ready to welcome athletes and officials from around the world in six months’ time. Fri, 27 Jan 2012 09:10:28 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/new-aerial-images-show-olympic-park-transformation/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/new-aerial-images-show-olympic-park-transformation/ The London 2012 Organising Committee has released new aerial images showing the transformation of the Olympic Park as 2012 approaches. The latest aerial shots show the Olympic Park ‘big build’ now over 90 per cent complete, with the Olympic Delivery Authority on track to hand the site in London over to LOCOG early next year. Fri, 23 Dec 2011 10:28:35 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/london-olympics-outlines-ticket-resale-procedures/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/london-olympics-outlines-ticket-resale-procedures/ The London 2012 Organising Committee has confirmed details of its ticket resale process for Olympic and Paralympic ticket holders. Those who have bought tickets directly from LOCOG before January 6th 2012 will be able to resell their tickets via the London 2012 ticketing website from this date until February 3rd 2012. Wed, 21 Dec 2011 15:34:57 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/olympic-stadium-track-used-for-first-time/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/olympic-stadium-track-used-for-first-time/ Top British athletes witnessed the unveiling of the track in the Olympic Stadium today as London 2012 celebrated another milestone on the Olympic Park. School children from West Ham Church Primary School in the Host Borough of Newham raced alongside some of Britain’s best athletes on the brand new track. Mon, 03 Oct 2011 15:43:33 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/jeremy-hunt-to-open-world-travel-market-2011/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/jeremy-hunt-to-open-world-travel-market-2011/ UK Olympics minister, Jeremy Hunt, has been selected to open World Travel Market 2011, the leading global event for the travel industry. The final WTM before the 2012 London Olympics Games, the 2011 event will have a strong sports tourism theme as it examines the potential of the sector to bolster the UK economy. Mon, 03 Oct 2011 11:13:26 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/2012-games-river-tour-service-launches/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/2012-games-river-tour-service-launches/ City Cruises has been working with the Olympic Delivery Authority to deliver a river cruise to the Equestrian events held at Greenwich Park and launched a booking page. Also in Europe today, City.Mobi is celebrating the success of its new guide to London. Sat, 27 Aug 2011 01:25:31 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/qatari-firm-confirmed-as-legacy-owners-of-olympic-village/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/qatari-firm-confirmed-as-legacy-owners-of-olympic-village/ Contracts have been signed with Delancey and Qatari Diar for the purchase and long-term management of the Olympic Village in east London. The joint venture will work alongside Triathlon Homes who will manage the affordable housing in the Village. Mon, 15 Aug 2011 08:10:18 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/sports-fans-invited-to-plan-london-2012-olympic-travel/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/sports-fans-invited-to-plan-london-2012-olympic-travel/ Sports fans heading to London for the 2012 Olympics are being invited to map out their route via an online journey planner. Also in Europe today, City.Mobi is celebrating the success of its new guide to London. Thu, 11 Aug 2011 13:48:17 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/floating-hotels-considered-for-london-olympics1/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/floating-hotels-considered-for-london-olympics1/ A floating hotel concept, dubbed ‘flotels’, is being considered by organisers of the London Olympics, in order to accommodate visitors to the capital who don’t mind trying something a little bit different. Sun, 07 Aug 2011 14:49:42 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/dow-to-sponsor-london-olympic-stadium-wrap/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/dow-to-sponsor-london-olympic-stadium-wrap/ Dow – the second largest chemical manufacturer in the world – has been commissioned to produce a sustainable, fabric wrap to encircle the Olympic Stadium in the build up to the games.The wrap will comprise 336 individual panels – each approximately 25 meters high and 2.5 meters wide – and will help the stadium become the visual centrepiece of the London 2012 Games. Thu, 04 Aug 2011 08:53:12 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/lee-valley-white-water-centre-passes-the-test1/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/lee-valley-white-water-centre-passes-the-test1/ A total of 175 elite athletes from 30 nations have taken part in a London 2012 Canoe Slalom test event at Lee Valley White Water Centre. Key aspects being looked at included the field of play, athlete conditions, the condition of the water, and how teams worked together. Tue, 02 Aug 2011 11:19:09 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/successful-test-held-at-london-2012-olympic-mountain-bike-venue/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/successful-test-held-at-london-2012-olympic-mountain-bike-venue/ Thousands of spectators watched the world’s best riders compete in the Hadleigh Farm Mountain Bike International earlier. As part of the London Prepares series, the event allowed the London 2012 Organising Committee to test key aspects of its operations in preparation for next year’s Games. Mon, 01 Aug 2011 09:48:12 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/london-2012-olympic-medals-revealed/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/london-2012-olympic-medals-revealed/ London 2012 Olympic medals were unveiled by Her Royal Highness, The Princess Royal and London 2012 Organising Committee chair Seb Coe earlier, with a little under one year to go to the Opening Ceremony. Also in Europe today, City.Mobi is celebrating the success of its new guide to London. Thu, 28 Jul 2011 09:10:21 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/london-celebrates-one-year-to-go-to-2012-olympic-games/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/london-celebrates-one-year-to-go-to-2012-olympic-games/ With one year to go until the Opening Ceremony of the London 2012 Olympic Games, preparations are on track and London’s vision to host a Games that inspires the world is set to become reality. Also in Europe today, City.Mobi is celebrating the success of its new guide to London. Wed, 27 Jul 2011 15:43:43 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/breaking-travel-news-interview-cheval-residences/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/breaking-travel-news-interview-cheval-residences/ Over the past three decades Cheval Residences has established its position as the undisputed leader in the provision of luxury serviced-apartments in London. Here Breaking Travel News sits down with director George Westwell to discuss the future of the brand, the new Cheval Three Quays and why the London 2012 Olympic Games may not be the bonanza the accommodation sector his hoping for. Mon, 25 Jul 2011 11:47:01 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/mayor-promises-london-improvements-in-time-for-2012/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/mayor-promises-london-improvements-in-time-for-2012/ The Mayor of London, Boris Johnson has published his new London Plan which establishes his blueprint for boosting the capital’s status as the best place in the world to live or do business and improving the quality of life for all Londoners. Sat, 23 Jul 2011 08:57:27 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/olympic-park-big-build-is-big-business-for-uk-plc/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/olympic-park-big-build-is-big-business-for-uk-plc/ With just over a year to go until the start of the London 2012 Games, the Olympic Delivery Authority has announced it is coming to the end of its procurement after awarding more than 1,500 direct contracts worth over £6 billion, 98 per cent of which have gone to UK-based companies. Wed, 20 Jul 2011 10:16:56 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/cost-of-olympics-continues-to-fall-as-construction-nears-completion/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/cost-of-olympics-continues-to-fall-as-construction-nears-completion/ The Olympic Delivery Authority has confirmed construction on venues for the Olympic Games is now 88 per cent complete. Revealing its quarterly report into the status of the project, the ODA also said it has reduced its costs by a further £16 million. Tue, 19 Jul 2011 11:32:58 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/olympic-road-cycling-test-set-for-streets-of-london-and-surrey/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/olympic-road-cycling-test-set-for-streets-of-london-and-surrey/ Some of the world’s best road cyclists will be competing in the Olympic Road Cycling test event on August 14th 2011. Also in the UK today, City.Mobi is celebrating the success of its new guide to London. Fri, 15 Jul 2011 11:00:07 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/rail-travellers-get-specialist-london-2012-olympics-sites/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/rail-travellers-get-specialist-london-2012-olympics-sites/ Sports fans travelling to the UK for the London 2012 Olympic Games are to be offered a unique website allowing them to book up to a year in advance. Also in Europe today, City.Mobi is celebrating the success of its new guide to London. Mon, 11 Jul 2011 08:22:56 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/more-london-2012-olympic-tickets-go-on-sale/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/more-london-2012-olympic-tickets-go-on-sale/ Existing ticket holders for the London 2012 Olympic Games are being offered a second chance to take more seats for a limited number of events. Those who won tickets in the initial first round ballot can buy tickets for football, volleyball and freestyle wrestling from today. Fri, 08 Jul 2011 16:56:55 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/equestrian-test-event-hailed-a-success/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/equestrian-test-event-hailed-a-success/ The Greenwich Park Eventing Invitational finished on a high yesterday with the jumping providing an exciting finale to the three-day competition. Also in Europe today, City.Mobi is celebrating the success of its new guide to London. Thu, 07 Jul 2011 10:50:09 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/test-event-for-olympic-equestrian-underway-in-greenwich-park/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/test-event-for-olympic-equestrian-underway-in-greenwich-park/ A test event for Olympic Equestrian at Greenwich Park has been hailed a success by competitors, who have praised both the venue and the organisation of the event. Also in Europe today, City.Mobi is celebrating the success of its new guide to London. Tue, 05 Jul 2011 11:20:40 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/spurs-returns-to-court-to-fight-olympics-stadium-decision/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/spurs-returns-to-court-to-fight-olympics-stadium-decision/ Tottenham Hotspur Football Club has returned to the High Court to continue it bid for a review of the decision to award the Olympic Stadium to West Ham. Wed, 29 Jun 2011 16:45:14 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/thousands-left-disappointed-after-london-2012-olympics-second-ballot/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/thousands-left-disappointed-after-london-2012-olympics-second-ballot/ Thousands more fans have been left disappointed after failing to secure tickets in the second round of balloting for the London 2012 Olympics. Some 200,000 of the 1.2 million that applied have ended up empty-handed, despite being told initially they had secured tickets. Mon, 27 Jun 2011 17:01:52 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/london-2012-olympic-second-round-of-tickets-go-on-sale/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/london-2012-olympic-second-round-of-tickets-go-on-sale/ The second round of London 2012 Olympic ticket sales has opened but users have reported problems logging on to the website due to a huge demand. Some 2.3 million tickets are being sold for the next 10 days on a first-come-first-served basis. Fri, 24 Jun 2011 17:31:12 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/london-2012-oympics-2.3-million-further-tickets-to-go-on-sale/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/london-2012-oympics-2.3-million-further-tickets-to-go-on-sale/ A further 2.3 million tickets for London 2012 Olympics are set to go on sale next Friday, organisers have announced. The tickets will go on sale at 0600 BST on 24 June on a first come, first served basis to those who missed out on the first round. Fri, 17 Jun 2011 20:36:55 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/construction-complete-on-london-2012-basketball-arena/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/construction-complete-on-london-2012-basketball-arena/ Construction has been completed on the London 2012 Basketball Arena – the fourth venue on the Olympic Park completed - more than a year ahead of the London 2012 Games. Also in Europe today, City.Mobi is celebrating the success of its new guide to London. Thu, 09 Jun 2011 13:51:36 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/locog-chief-lined-up-for-business-travel-market/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/locog-chief-lined-up-for-business-travel-market/ Organisers at the annual Business Travel Market have confirmed Paul Deighton, chief executive of the London Organising Committee of the Olympic Games (LOCOG), will be the keynote speaker at the event. Thu, 09 Jun 2011 13:00:20 +0000