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China’s Rise of the ‘EASTs’

eturbonews- November 30, 2016 0

China Tourism is changing: Experience and adventure seeking tourists’ are forgoing snaps of the Eiffel Tower for hiking trails in Patagonia and off-piste skiing in ... Read More

Georgia wants to lead UNWTO next

eturbonews- November 30, 2016 0

Competing for this move with the outspoken Hon Walter Mzembi, Minister of Tourism and Hospitality Zimbabwe, the country of Georgia on November 15 has named ... Read More

The winner at Parks Canada is: Fort William Historical Park

eturbonews- November 30, 2016 0

Today, Parks Canada presented the Parks Canada National Cultural Tourism Award to Fort William Historical Park at the Tourism Industry Association of Canada (TIAC) Congress ... Read More

Hyatt Regency Brand Returns to Sydney, Australia

eturbonews- November 30, 2016 0

The Hyatt Regency brand marked its return to Sydney with the debut of Hyatt Regency Sydney. Having operated in Australia for over 30 years, Hyatt ... Read More

Travel law: Uber, Lyft and Airbnb battle grounds – New York City

Hon. Thomas A. Dickerson- November 30, 2016 0

In this week’s article, we examine recent developments in New York City in the ongoing battle between local taxi interests and others against ride sharing ... Read More

Welcome to Wonderland

Chief Assignment Editor- November 30, 2016 0

Elegance and luxury define this event’s breathtaking scene. This peaceful oasis immerses guests into a garden setting, while swathing them in natural materials such as ... Read More

Canada’s most common travel pet peeves

Global Editor- November 30, 2016 0

With the holidays fast approaching, many Canadians are dreaming about their upcoming travel adventures with family and friends. (more…) Read More

Happy St Andrew’s Day, Europe! With love from Scotland

Global Editor- November 30, 2016 0

Scotland's got a thing about Andrews.  Saint Andrew is, after all, the patron saint and Andy Murray, well, he's world number one now. (more…) Read More

Pearl Harbor Memorial Parade to commemorate 75th anniversary of attack

Global Editor- November 30, 2016 0

December 7, 1941 was the day that the United States of America was thrust into World War II, forever changing our nation and the world. ... Read More

Myanmar Airways announces new air service

Anil Mathur - eTN India- November 30, 2016 0

Kolkata is being linked with another international flight from December 1, 2016. Myanmar Airways International (MAI) has started twice a week service between Yangon, capital ... Read More

Holland America Line celebrates 20th anniversary of Half Moon Cay

Global Editor- November 30, 2016 0

In 2017, Holland America Line will celebrate the 20th Anniversary of Half Moon Cay, its award-winning private island paradise in the Bahamas. (more…) Read More

Event production software specialist named ibtm Technology & Innovation Watch Award winner

Chief Assignment Editor- November 30, 2016 0

US-based Shoflo, shoflo.tv, an event production software specialist, is this year’s winner of the Tech & Innovation Watch Award presented by ibtm world in partnership ... Read More

World’s best cities for fun, going out, culture, love and affairs

Global Editor- November 30, 2016 0

Chicago is the world's most fun city to live in, while Melbourne comes in second, Lisbon third and New York fourth, according to the Time ... Read More

United Airlines rolls-out its new United Polaris business class

Global Editor- November 30, 2016 0

This week United Airlines begins the roll-out of its all-new United Polaris business class, the airline's most significant product transformation in more than a decade, ... Read More

How to make the most out of 48 hours in Costa Rica

Global Editor- November 30, 2016 0

With more Americans taking fewer, shorter vacations a year, the Central American nation of Costa Rica offers travelers an ideal destination for a quick getaway. ... Read More

Westin Hotels & Resorts arrives in Hamburg

Global Editor- November 30, 2016 0

Westin Hotels & Resorts, part of Marriott International, Inc., today announced the official unveiling of The Westin Hamburg, marking the brand's debut in Hamburg.   ... Read More

Atlanta airport issues ground stop

Chief Assignment Editor- November 30, 2016 0

A ground stop is in place at Atlanta's Hartsfield-Jackson Airport in Georgia, USA, due to severe thunderstorms, reported the FAA. Heavy rains and possible thunderstorms are ... Read More

Uber returns to Calgary

Global Editor- November 30, 2016 0

Today, Ramit Kar, General Manager for Uber Alberta, issued the following statement following the approval by City Council of changes to its regulations for ridesharing ... Read More

Maid of the Mist enjoys another record season

Global Editor- November 30, 2016 0

A record 1.6 million guests boarded iconic Maid of the Mist vessels during the 2016 season in Niagara Falls, N.Y., a nine percent increase over ... Read More

Green Lodging News, Greenview launch Green Lodging Trends Report 2016

Chief Assignment Editor- November 30, 2016 0

Green Lodging News, lodging’s leading environmental news source, and Greenview, a leader in advancing hotel sustainability, have released the Green Lodging Trends Report 2016. The ... Read More

Taste of Hong Kong returns in March 2017

Global Editor- November 30, 2016 0

IMG, organizer of Taste of Hong Kong presented by Standard Chartered Bank (Hong Kong) Limited, will be bringing Asia’s premium restaurant festival to Central Harborfront ... Read More

ASKY Airlines named Regional Carrier of the Year

Global Editor- November 30, 2016 0

ASKY, the Pan-African Airline with the largest network in West and Central Africa, has the pleasure to announce that it is the recipient of the ... Read More

British visitor arrivals to Tenerife to exceed 2 million for first time in 2016

Global Editor- November 30, 2016 0

Visitor arrivals from the UK to Tenerife are set to exceed 2 million in 2016 for the very first time following a bumper year with ... Read More

CALC wins 2016 Excellence of Listed Enterprises Award

Global Editor- November 30, 2016 0

China Aircraft Leasing Group Holdings Limited (CALC), the largest independent operating aircraft lessor in China, is pleased to announce that the Group has received “The ... Read More

Finalists of UNWTO Awards for Excellence and Innovation in Tourism announced

Global Editor- November 30, 2016 0

UNWTO has announced the finalists of the 13th edition of the UNWTO Awards for Excellence and Innovation in Tourism. (more…) Read More

Wintertime impressions at Frankfurt Airport

Global Editor- November 30, 2016 0

Frankfurt Airport is popular with young and old as a destination for exciting outings. Now, during the Christmas season, the terminals are ablaze with thousands ... Read More

Valencia’s Fallas Festival declared Intangible Cultural Heritage by UNESCO

Global Editor- November 30, 2016 0

The Fallas Festival in Valencia has been included in UNESCO’s Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity, in recognition of the unique values ... Read More

Riu Palace Jamaica awarded Best All-Inclusive under 300 rooms

Global Editor- November 30, 2016 0

The Gleaner has awarded hotel Riu Palace Jamaica in Montego Bay with the Best All-Inclusive under 300 rooms accolade. (more…) Read More

Joburg meetings & events structure showcased on world stage in Spain

Global Editor- November 30, 2016 0

The Johannesburg Convention Bureau, which is part of Joburg Tourism, is one of the exhibitors on the SA Tourism Pavilion at the International Business and ... Read More

Traveloka Added Non-Economy Class Flights

eturbonews- November 29, 2016 0

Traveloka, Indonesia's leading travel booking app for domestic and international destinations, added a new feature which enables customers in Southeast Asia to book non-economy classes ... Read More