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MANCHESTER, England, March 10, 2010 - More and more consumers are booking luxury holidays
(www.onlyexclusivetravel.com/) through the Internet. The travel
industry perhaps epitomises the consumer shift from the High Street to the
Internet. When it comes to travel, 55% of our holidays are now booked on the
world wide web with a further 17% researched on the Internet before being
booked over the phone. Only 7% of holidays are now booked in a High Street
Travel Agency.
LONDON, March 10, 2010 - The recent weakening of the euro against the US dollar has opened up new
opportunities for US, Middle and Far Eastern expatriate investors looking to
purchase property in the Euro zone. While general savings rates have
reflected the near zero levels of Central Bank interest rates, leaseback
developments in France continue to offer indexed returns of up to 4.5%.
Capitalising on the interest this has provoked, Frenchleasebacks.co.uk
(www.frenchleasebacks.co.uk/), the UK portal offering over 45
leaseback developments and fully managed buy to let homes in France has
announced two new developments which it is marketing to UK and expatriate
buyers.
Promoting the Hannover Location at the ITB
HANNOVER, Germany, March 8, 2010 - Hannover Marketing and Tourism undertakes a large-scale advertising
campaign in the centre of Berlin and in Deutsche Bahn trains
Azure Sees Excellent Opportunities to Assist Financial Institutions in Managing Their Hotel Assets in the Post-Crisis Environment
New cruise planner at www.atlanticalliance.eu - explore it at CSM 2010, Booth 501
NUREMBURG, Germany, March 4, 2010 - The current Price Barometer of the online hotel reservation service
hotel.info has shown a definite tendency towards a stabilisation of overnight
hotel prices. This is based on a comparison between more than four million
hotel price requests made during February 2010, January and comparable
periods from earlier years.
From Medieval Manors to Regal Retreats: Lord it like a King
LONDON, March 4, 2010 - TripAdvisor(R), the world's largest and most popular travel community,
today announced the top ten castle hotels in Europe, based on TripAdvisor
editors and travellers. From medieval manors to regal retreats, staying in a
castle is a fascinating way to experience history first-hand, while treating
yourself to a beautiful weekend away at the same time.
Award-Winning Flight Search Adds Transatlantic Fees Estimator and Fare Alert Emails
LONDON, March 2, 2010 - In the news release, "Hotel Cipriani SRL and Cipriani (Grosvenor Street)
Ltd" issued on 2 Mar 2010 19:46 GMT, by Orient Express Hotels Ltd NYSE:OEH
over PR Newswire, we are advised by a representative of the company that
the first paragraph, should read - Hotel Cipriani (part of Orient-Express
Hotels Ltd (NYSE:OEH, htttp://www.orient-express.com)) was today awarded
GBP1,571,091 (one million, five hundred and seventy one thousand and ninety
one pounds) against Cipriani (Grosvenor Street) Ltd, the London restaurant
and a further GBP6,068,736 (six million, sixty eight thousand, seven hundred
and thirty six pounds)- and was incorrectly transmitted by PR Newswire.
Complete, corrected release follows:
Figures Show Dubai Becomes a More Attractive Destination for International Travellers as Room Rates Fall
Hotel Prices at Level Last Seen in 2003
LONDON, March 2, 2010 - The average price of a hotel room was 14% lower in 2009 than in 2008,
according to the Hotels.com(R) Hotel Price Index(TM) (HPI(R)).
MIAMI, February 26, 2010 - Cruise Shipping Miami's new Focus On Live Series will provide a broad
cross-section of the show's exhibition with a variety of products and
services via short exhibitor presentations. The sessions are scheduled for
Monday, March 15, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., at the Miami Beach Convention Center.
ATHENS, Greece, February 25, 2010 - Luxury boutique hotels group, Grace Hotels
(www.gracehotelsgroup.com) has formed a partnership with Spetses
Initiative S.A. regarding The Poseidonion Grand Hotel on Spetses, which will
henceforth be known as the Poseidonion Grace. Located on one of the closest
islands to Athens, the hotel will set Grace Hotels' philosophy of supreme
service and elegant simplicity in the context of grand and commanding
architecture. The hotel with its Cote d'Azur style has been a landmark on the
Spetses skyline for nearly a century. It has recently undergone a meticulous
five-year restoration programme resulting in preservation of the original
architecture while incorporating the finest modern facilities.
From 'downshifting' to 'albergo diffuso'
MOLISE, Italy, February 24, 2010 - One of Italy's smallest regions, the quiet rural backwater of
Molise is beginning to lure refugees from the high-pressure lifestyles of the
industrialised cities of northern Europe.
LONDON, March 2, 2010 - In a hearing before His Honour Mr Justice Briggs in the High Court in
London, Hotel Cipriani (part of Orient-Express Hotels Ltd (NYSE:OEH,
www.orient-express.com)) was today awarded GBP1,571,091 million
against Cipriani (Grosvenor Street) Ltd, the London restaurant and a further
GBP6,068,736 million against Cipriani International SA of Luxembourg, both by
way of an account of profits made from their acts of infringement of the
trade mark "Cipriani" and of passing off.
Leading Budget Travel Website Announces Ultimate Patrick's Day Competition
Prestigious Collection to Grow Affiliations and Continues its Expansion in Europe, U.S.A, Asia and South Pacific
LONDON, February 23, 2010 - The business traveller is an important and much sought after
guest for hotels - but in which hotels does the business traveller prefer to
stay? Do these business clients remain true to the hotel chains or do
smaller, privately owned, hotels have a chance?
The Chemical Brothers, Mika, Royksopp, Crystal Castles, Does It Offend You, Yeah?, Ricardo Villalobos, Moderat live, Josh Wink, Crookers, Boys Noize, Erol Alkan, Ed Banger's SebastiAn, Busy P, DJ Mehdi
HAMILTON, Bermuda, February 23, 2010 -
DUBAI, UAE, February 22, 2010 - Seawings Dubai, the only seaplane tour operator in the Middle
East has changed the face of their business with the launch of their new look
website www.seawing.ae. Spurred on by ever changing client
preferences, Seawings recognized the need for something new, exciting and
captivating and has stepped up the website to deliver a complete online
experience.
LONDON, February 22, 2010 - Travellers inspired by the spectacular TV coverage of the 2010 Winter
Olympics from Vancouver now have the perfect opportunity to visit Canada on a
home exchange, where two families swap homes for holidays. It means you and
your family and friends can holiday like there's no recession and save money.
With the games drawing to a close on February 28th, start planning your trip
now to experience first hand the beauty of Canada captured at the Olympics,
the excitement of South Africa for the 2010 World Cup, the thrill of New
Zealand for the 2011 Rugby World Cup or anywhere else you dream of for your
next holiday.
SEOUL, South Korea, February 22, 2010 - The World Design Cities Summit will be held on February 23-24 in Seoul.
Mayors, deputy mayors and other leading officials from 32 cities around the
world will gather at the international conference to discuss design as the
key to city competitiveness in the 21st century. This summit marks the first
official international event held in Seoul since the city was selected as the
World Design Capital 2010 by the International Council of Societies of
Industrial Design. Every two years the status of WDC is conferred on a city
that can successfully put a design vision into practice to improve the
quality of citizens' lives and develop the city's economy and culture through
the use of design.
LONDON, February 22, 2010 - A new partnership between Thomas Cook UK & Ireland and TripAdvisor(R)
will enable travellers on thomascook.com to benefit from user reviews and
ratings from the world's largest and most popular travel community.
PARSIPPANY, New Jersey, February 22, 2010 - Wyndham Worldwide (NYSE: WYN) today announced that its Exchange & Rentals
business unit, the European leader in exclusive marketing of independent
holiday accommodation, has agreed to acquire Hoseasons Holdings Ltd, one of
the UK's most renowned holiday brands, from HgCapital and a number of
individual parties.
ROMFORD, England, February 18, 2010 - AllClear Travel, the specialist travel insurance provider for people with
medical conditions, has welcomed the Equality Office's policy Statement about
the Equality Bill, which will ban age discrimination within the financial
services from 2012.
LONDON, February 17, 2010 - Tragus, one of the UK's largest independently owned restaurant
chain operators, has recently announced that it is renewing, for another
three years, its e-learning relationship with ThirdForce, the leading
e-learning provider in the Hospitality and Leisure sector. With over 280
sites across the country serving over 20 million meals every year and an
exciting portfolio of leading brands, ThirdForce has been a proud partner in
helping to drive operational excellence in Tragus.
CASTRIES, Saint Lucia, February 12 - A romantic Caribbean holiday resort is encouraging couples to marry
abroad by offering a free wedding package when they stay for a minimum of ten
nights.
Amsterdam's Black Tulip Hotel Tops List of Provocative Properties
LONDON, February 11 - TripAdvisor(R), the world's largest and most popular travel community,
today announced the top 10 sexiest hotels in Europe, based on TripAdvisor
editors and travellers. From seductive city suites, to beach-side personal
butlers, these properties offer serious va-va-voom for those seeking a sultry
sanctuary à deux.
With 2 Flight Tickets and 4 Tickets for the World Cup of Soccer
UTRECHT, The Netherlands, February 11 - For only EUR 99 (approximately GBP 88) see the World Cup in South Africa
and sleep in your own South African Villa? Dutchman Peter de Pagter is
offering this unusual chance. He is putting an exclusive, completely
furnished villa on a draw and is adding 4 free tickets for a match of
the England team at the World Cup, including 2 flights. Anybody can
participate. After the WC the villa will remain the property of
the winner.
BANGKOK, February 12 - A veteran of the travel and tourism industry, Mr. Suraphon Svetasreni,
TAT Deputy Governor for Marketing Communications, has been appointed the new
Governor of the Tourism Authority of Thailand.
LONDON, February 10 - South African Tourism has signed a creative partnership deal with
TripAdvisor(R), taking advantage of the world's largest and most popular
travel community's content to promote South Africa as a diverse and exciting
tourist destination for 2010.
HAMBURG, Germany, February 9 - Condé Nast Traveller ranked SEA CLOUD CRUISES' sailing yachts, Sea Cloud
II and Sea Cloud, the #1 and #2 "Small Ships". The February issue ranks the
top 90 cruise ships based on reader's feedback. One of the travel industries
most respected publications, Condé Nast Traveller has been surveying the
cruise industry for 10 years. Each ship was judged on seven criteria on a 100
point scale: Activities/Facilities; Cabins; Crew/Service; Design/Layout;
Food/Dining; Itineraries/Schedule; Shore Excursions." The overall scores for
SEA CLOUD II and SEA CLOUD were 98 and 93.6 respectively. In five of seven
categories (Activities/Facilities; Crew/Service; Design/Layout; Food/Dining;
Itineraries/Schedule) SEA CLOUD II scored 100 points. SEA CLOUD scored 100
points in Food/Dining.
ATLANTA, February 9 - TRX, Inc. (Nasdaq: TRXI), a global technology company that develops and
hosts software applications to process data records and automate manual
processes, today announced plans to participate in the Travel Technology
Europe 2010 Show taking place in Earls Court, London, UK from February 9-10,
2010.
CANTERBURY, England, February 8 - Over the past year the credit crunch has seen the nation tighten its belt
and feel the squeeze. The prosperous era of 'splashing out' has come to an
abrupt end and given way to feelings of thrift and frugality that have led us
all to keep a beady eye on the balance sheet. The finer things in life are
therefore being cut out as we all endeavour to weather this storm as
painlessly as possible. This has had a huge impact on the UK travel industry
which is expected to contract by 8.9% this year. As Carroll Rheem, Director
of PhoCusWright, has stated: 'British travellers have had to cope with
currency devaluation on top of the recession, and both have driven
significant changes in travel patterns.' This article investigates these
emerging trends with relation to travel to Europe in 2009/10 and goes some
way to providing an outlook for the future.
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