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Abu Dhabi tourism prepares for F1 Grand Prix
Abu Dhabi Tourism & Culture Authority is staging its largest and most active F1 visitor promotion in this year’s Oasis Fan Village at the F1 Etihad Airways Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, running October 31st-November 3rd. Having joined forces with a number of key stakeholders, the authority will mount a promotional tent in the Oasis to introduce visitors to key destination products and events.
South African Airways takes Premier League roll
South African Airways has announced a new partnership with English Barclays Premier League football team, Sunderland AFC. South African Airways will be supporting Sunderland AFC on all aspects of its travel throughout Africa as the football club continues to strengthen its relationship with the African continent.
Emirates launches VIP lounge at Bernabéu
Emirates has inaugurated its exclusive branded VIP Lounge at Santiago Bernabéu Stadium. Unveiled less than four months after signing the prestigious five-year shirt sponsorship with Real Madrid, the new lounge was officially opened today by Emilio Butragueño, Real Madrid institutional relations manager and Fernando Suárez De Góngora, Emirates’ manager Spain & Portugal.
Asian broadcasting rights allocated ahead of 2016 Olympic Games
The International Olympic Committee has announced it has reached an agreement with Dentsu for the Olympic broadcast rights in 17 countries across Asia for the 2014 Winter Olympic Games in Sochi, Russia. The deal is also covers the 2016 Olympic Games in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil, and the second Summer Youth Olympic Games in Nanjing, China, next year.
Froome heads to Colorado for USA Pro Cycling Challenge
Tour de France winner Chris Froome is heading for Colorado this month to take part in the annual USA Pro Cycling Challenge, as part of Team Sky. The USA Pro Cycling Challenge, a professional road cycling stage race, known for incredible altitudes and spectacular Rocky Mountain scenery, is back for its third year.
£4.5m economy boost from Scotland’s equestrian event
High volumes of advanced ticket sales look set to see Scotland’s leading equestrian event, the Blair Castle Barclays International Horse Trials, bring a major boost to the Scottish economy by breaking the £4.5million barrier for the first time in its 25 year history.
Highbullen Hotel launches Clay Pigeon Shooting Packages
The newly renovated North Devon country house hotel, Highbullen, has launched a Clay Pigeon Shooting package to tie in with the start of the season, The Glorious 12th. The package - available from £300 per person - includes a four hour clay pigeon shooting experience (with shotguns, cartridges and insurance included) a night in the superbly appointed rooms at Highbullen, breakfast and a three course dinner at the re-launched Devon View Restaurant.
Brazil highlights positives from Confederations Cup
The president of Brazilian tourist board Embratur, Flávio Dino, has highlighted the financial returns made by the destination during the recent Confederations Cup. Dino confirmed numbers exceeded expectations, with Embratur recording $329 million in additional spending, including income from hotels, food away from home, and other related expenditure.
Jumeirah Group welcomes Aston Martin to London
Jumeirah Group has announced a partnership with celebrated luxury sports car manufacturer Aston Martin, during Aston Martin’s Centenary Week. Jumeirah sponsored the coveted sports car manufacturer at the 41st Nürburgring 24-hour race in May and will once again partner with Aston Martin for the centenary celebrations, until July 21st.
Airtel Seychelles launches partnership with Manchester United
Airtel Seychelles has launched its first local chapter of Airtel Rising Stars. This is in partnership with Manchester United, the Seychelles Football Federation, and Samsung Electronics, the official device partner for the ARS program.
Manchester United sign Aeroflot deal
Manchester United has announced a five-year partnership with Aeroflot, with the Moscow-based international airline to become the club’s Official Carrier. This partnership marks the club’s first commercial venture in Russia - an expanding market it is keen to explore further and where it has close to 18 million followers.
FIFA World Cup: Brazil plays catch up ahead of 2014
Headlines in the recent build up to the FIFA World Cup in Brazil next year have been decidedly mixed of late. Stadium closures, fan riots, and infrastructure delays have all caused concern, but Breaking Travel News here finds the private sector may yet save the day.