Wind is Turning At The Noblessner Harbour

 Bag-jumping activity centre opened by the sea in Kalamaja area at the Noblessner harbour soon to be followed by new café Noble.

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Dublin Operators To Take Centre Stage In London in Bid to Win significant New Conference Business

Almost forty Dublin conference and business tourism operators are setting out to target significant new UK business as they travel to London this week for a high profile showcase – the specially created ‘Meet Dublin in London’ event organised by Fáilte Ireland’s Dublin Convention Bureau (DCB). 

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Stefan Ketter Has Been Named Head Of The Pernambuco Project

 Stefan Ketter has been appointed to lead the Group’s Pernambuco Project, the creation of a state-of-the-art automotive industrial complex in Pernambuco, Brazil. Ketter retains his role as Chief Manufacturing Officer.

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Possible Repeat Of Attempts To Intimidate Workers At Pomigliano D'Arco

 Tomorrow is the second of two Saturdays of production planned at the G.B. Vico plant in Pomigliano d’Arco pursuant to the May 23rd agreement between Fiat Group Automobiles and employee representatives at the plant.

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RMK Opened a Website For Hikers In Nature

 RMK website designed for hikers in nature, is from the beginning of summer available in three languages — besides Estonian and Russian, complete information on the opportunities of hiking in the state forest is now also provided in English.

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Chinese Visitor Information Booklet Updated

 Tourism New Zealand's Approved Destination Status (ADS) team has recently updated the Chinese visitor information brochure available at Auckland International Airport.

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airberlin restructuring Cabin Crew Operations and Crew Operations

From now on Thomas Klappert (52) will take over the role of Vice President Cabin Crew Operations and will be responsible for the Cabin Crew Team at airberlin. 

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An even easier way to make a gift of a great holiday

 It’s now even easier to give friends or family a little treat: vouchers for amounts starting from ten euros can be issued via airberlin.com/flightvoucher, even at short notice, and given away as gifts.

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Lower travel costs with business points Summer Special

 Companies participating in airberlin’s free bonus programme business points can now double their benefits when planning flights up to 31st August 2013.

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Fiat Shareholding in RCS Media Group

 Fiat S.p.A. currently holds 11,536,143 ordinary shares in RCS MediaGroup S.p.A. (RCS) – including 226,198 RCS ordinary shares assigned through a stock dividend in 2007 that are not subject to the RCS shareholder agreement – representing 10.497% of the company’s existing ordinary share capital. 

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Train companies Respond to Latest National Passenger Survey

 Responding to the publication of the Passenger Focus Spring 2013 National Passenger Survey, David Mapp, Commercial Director at the Association of Train Operating Companies, said:

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Getting On With The Job: $1.15 Billion Tunnelling Contract Awarded On North West Rail Link

Four huge tunnel boring machines will call Sydney’s North West home from next year after the NSW Government awarded a $1.15 billion contract to build the North West Rail Link’s 15km twin tunnels.

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Nashua River Brewers Festival celebrated in Massachusetts today

 The fifth Nashua River Brewers Festival kicked off today from 1-7 pm at Riverfront Park in historic downtown Fitchburg MA. 

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An even easier way to make a gift of a great holiday

 It’s now even easier to give friends or family a little treat: vouchers for amounts starting from ten euros can be issued via airberlin.com/flightvoucher, even at short notice, and given away as gifts. 

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MGTO presents brand-new website in 15 languages

Following the soft launch of its Beta-version website last year, Macau Government Tourist Office (MGTO) now officially unveils its brand-new website in 15 languages in accord with its aim of diversifying the tourism markets and expanding the international markets for Macau.

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Holkham Beach In Norfolk is To Officially Ban Nudists From Its Shores From 1st July

Following the announcement that Holkham Beach in Norfolk is to officially ban nudists from its shores from 1st July, tourists may well be looking for their next kit-free hang out. Look no further.

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Hebrides To Be Broadcast UK-Wide

 Due to popular demand, Hebrides - Islands on the Edge, is to be broadcast throughout the UK.
 
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The Golden Eagle Has Landed

Sensational live pictures of the nest - with two adult birds and a five-week-old chick - can now be seen in the VisitScotland Information Centre (Assynt) in Lochinver, Sutherland.

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National Restaurant Association Commends Bipartisan Senate on Immigration Reform Progress

 The National Restaurant Association today commended the bipartisan efforts of the United States Senate in passing immigration reform that seeks to fix our nation’s broken immigration system.

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'Riviera revealed' exhibition at Wimbledon Lawn Tennis Museum

 As the Wimbledon Tennis Championships begin, visitors to Britain will be pleased to hear they can indulge their passion for all things tennis off court with the Wimbledon Lawn Tennis Museum’s latest exhibition: ‘On The Riviera’ - Tennis in the South of France 1874-1939, which runs until Easter 2014.

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Perth to welcome direct flight from Jakarta

 Garuda Indonesia will resume direct flights from Jakarta to Perth today, in a move which is expected to provide a boost for Western Australian tourism.

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Shangri-La Hotel, Paris Unveils a Parisian Oasis with the Launch of its New Wing and Private Garden

The new botanically inspired Garden Wing at Shangri-La Hotel, Paris has opened its doors, welcoming guests to experience an exceptional ode to nature and elegance.Located next to the 19th century hôtel particulier originally commissioned by Prince Roland Bona-parte, the Garden Wing features a beautifully landscaped French garden in its inner courtyard, with the Eiffel Tower as an incomparable backdrop.

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Uttarakhand's tourism industry faces Rs.12,000 Crore revenue losses in 2013-14 due to floods

Reeling under catastrophic loss of lives, Uttarakhand has been slapped with another thrashing, Rs.12,000 crore from its tourism sector alone.The PHD Chamber of Commerce and Industry (PHDCCI) has estimated that the state of Uttarakhand has lost a revenue earnings of about Rs.12,000 crore from its tourism sector alone in the current fiscal on account of torrential rains that devastated the state. 

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Heathrow and Asia House help SMEs navigate Asian markets

The guides, produced by Asia House supported by Heathrow, have been written in collaboration with trade bodies, associations and British Embassies to offer expert tips on business culture, language and market opportunities in eight Asian economies.

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KiwiRail's Northern Explorer Turns One

 KiwiRail’s all new Northern Explorer service between Auckland and Wellington is celebrating its one-year anniversary of operation today having met its financial targets.

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Oman Air: Staff are the Driving Force Behind Airline's Success

Oman Air’s senior management has credited the airline’s continuing success to the dedication of its staff, and has reaffirmed its commitment to developing a supportive and competitive workplace environment across its 42-destination global network.

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Final Line-up Announced for 14th World Gourmet Festival at Four Seasons Hotel Bangkok.

Four Seasons Hotel Bangkok announces the final line-up for the 14th annual World Gourmet Festival, to be held this year from September 2-8, 2013.This year's line-up includes eight outstanding chefs from seven different countries, a renowned winemaker from Sancerre, and a Master of Wine from Tokyo. 

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Agoda.com offers hotel deals for adventurous divers down under

Agoda.com, Asia’s leading hotel booking site and part of Nasdaq-listed Priceline Group (Nasdaq: PCLN), is offering great deals on hotels in southern Australia that will suit scuba divers who are seeking a bit of adventure.

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Howard Johnson to the Duke and Duchess: How About Howard?

Kate and William are expecting their first child in under a month but still no word on a name. With the clock ticking and anticipation growing, iconic hotel chain Howard Johnson® is offering a donation of $25,000 to the charity of the Duke and Duchess’s choice, should they choose to name the baby Howard.

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Michelin-Starred Tamarind Of Mayafir Returns To D'Angleterre

Michelin-starred Tamarind of Mayfair returns to Hotel d’Angleterre, Geneva, for Eleventh Consecutive Year. A team of chefs from Tamarind of Mayfair will take up two-week residency at the Windows restaurant for the annual Indian food festival.

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Union Pacific Railroad Billboard Campaign Reminds Drivers to Always Expect a Train

 Union Pacific Railroad is launching a billboard campaign aimed at encouraging Houston area drivers to safely use railroad crossings.

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10th Night of the Churches in Hamburg to attract spiritual seekers

 If you are globetrotting in search of spiritual serenity then Hamburg is the place for you as on 14 September, 120 churches in the Hanseatic city of Hamburg will be opening their doors to the public during 10th Night of the Churches. 

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Wyndham Vacation Rentals Earns 2013 TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence for its Fort Walton Beach Property Waterscape

 Wyndham Vacation Rentals®, the world’s largest professionally managed vacation rental business and part of the Wyndham Worldwide family of brands, today announced that it has received a TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence award for its Waterscape property in Fort Walton Beach. 

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Wilhelmshohe Park in Germany becomes UNESCO World Heritage site

 Kassel is home to the 38th UNESCO World Heritage site in Germany as Wilhelmshöhe Park was added to the famous list of world cultural and natural heritage sites on 23 June 2013.

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Wilhelmshohe Park in Germany becomes UNESCO World Heritage site

 Kassel is home to the 38th UNESCO World Heritage site in Germany as Wilhelmshöhe Park was added to the famous list of world cultural and natural heritage sites on 23 June 2013. 

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Truckee, Calif., Awarded Membership in Union Pacific's Train Town USA Registry

Truckee has been awarded membership in Union Pacific's Train Town USA Registry as part of Union Pacific's ongoing efforts to highlight cities with a historical connection to the railroad.

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Museums Night, the closing highlight of Kiel's Summer of Culture

 The closing highlight of Kiel's Summer of Culture is Museums Night. On 30 August, 24 museums, exhibitions and other institutions on the western and eastern banks of the Kiel Firth will be open from 7pm until midnight, inviting visitors on a cultural journey of discovery.

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Tourism Australia targets inbound growth with Air New Zealand partnership

Tourism Australia and New Zealand's national carrier Air New Zealand have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) which will see more than A$6 million invested in joint marketing activity over a three year period to promote tourism to Australia in key overseas markets.

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T-Rexing spree in Edinburgh city centre

A Tyrannosaurus Rex has been on the rampage through Edinburgh - despite being extinct for the last 65 million years.
 

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Nation's first City Hall on Wheels hits Boston Streets for summer

Taking its cue from the ever-popular food truck, Boston recently announced the full-time launch of the nation’s premiere City Hall on wheels. 

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VisitScotland Chairman in 108 Hole Golfing Marathon

Keen golfer Mike Cantlay will be joined by two friends, Ken Milligan and his son Harry from local school McLaren High, in a gruelling 108 hole marathon of Callander golf course, on the 1st July.

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SAA Statement on Wage Negotiations with Labour

 South African Airways (SAA) wishes to clarify that the airline is currently conducting wage negotiations with labour unions that are recognized to represent the interests of cabin crew and ground staff. 

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SA Express and SAA celebrate Youth Month by launching a collaborative effort to train young South Africans

 The two state-owned airlines will pull together their resources to create a jointly managed and resourced national pilot training programme, paying for the trainees’ classroom tuition, practical training, flying time, accommodation, travel and other related expenses.

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Transport Secretary sees new Heathrow Terminal Two baggage system put to the test

Heathrow today welcomed Transport Secretary Patrick McLoughlin to witness the testing of Terminal 2’s baggage system, one of 182 trials that Heathrow Airport is undertaking to prepare the terminal for opening on 4 June 2014.

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'Make History' Campaign to Leverage Destination NZ in Australia

Tourism New Zealand last week launched a nationwide 'Make History' campaign in Australia capitalising on the recent attention New Zealand gained by passing the Marriage Amendment Bill.

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Tourism Memorandum Signed with Singapore Airlines in Japan

Singapore Airlines Japan has signed a Memorandum of Understanding for three years with Christchurch International Airport and Tourism New Zealand aimed at increasing outbound demand from its network in Japan to New Zealand through Christchurch Airport.

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ow to Babymoon Like a Celebrity According to Hotels.com

With the recent birth of “Baby Kimye” and the anticipated arrival of the “Royal Baby,” Kim and Kate have been setting mommy trends on everything from maternity fashion to babymoons.

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New Cleaning Industry International Exhibition for Thailand

IMPACT Exhibition Management Co. Ltd, in collaboration with AFIDAMP, the Italian Cleaning Equipment Manufacturers Association is launching a brand new international trade exhibition for the cleaning industry, scheduled to take place in Bangkok in September next year.

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Episode three of Airport Live again drew back the curtain on the huge operation at Heathrow

Kate Humble anchored the programme with the air traffic controllers at the almost 90 metre high control tower where she found out about ‘go-arounds’. 

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Countdown To Weymouth Return Begins For Condor Ferries

 Dorset-based Condor Ferries is preparing to welcome passengers back to Weymouth port for the first time as services resume once again next month. 

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Best Jobs Promotes The Best Of Australia

 Tourism Australia’s Best Jobs in the World competition has helped to build Australia’s profile, broaden its global appeal and inspire a new generation of international visitors, according to peak national industry body Tourism & Transport Forum (TTF).

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South Dakota Gets Credit In Chicago

 Jill O’Brien, manager of Wild Idea Buffalo, recently appeared on the WGN set in Chicago to share about the benefits of bison meat and travel opportunities in South Dakota.
 
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A Royal Highland Coup for Year of Natural Scotland 2013

 Hundreds of thousands of visitors to this week’s Royal Highland Show 2013 will be treated to a feast from Scotland’s natural larder as well as a host of outdoor activity experiences, with help from Year of Natural Scotland partner organisations.

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Tourism Industry Concern Over 457 Rules

 The tourism industry is concerned that proposals to tighten 457 visa regulations will make it more difficult to source badly needed staff, according to peak national industry body Tourism & Transport Forum (TTF).

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