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Bartlett to Attend 110th United Nations World Tourism Organization Executive Council Meeting
Chief Assignment Editor- June 14, 2019 19:05Jamaica Tourism Minister, Hon. Edmund Bartlett is set to participate in the 110th United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) Executive Council Meeting, during the period June 16 – 18, 2019 ... Read More
Four Seasons announces new hotel and private residences in Minneapolis
Chief Assignment Editor- June 12, 2019 16:36Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts, the world’s leading luxury hospitality company, in partnership with United Properties, a leading commercial property development and investment company in Minnesota and Colorado, today announced ... Read More
Ghana Remains Safe: African Tourism Board Rapid Response Team offers assistance
Juergen T Steinmetz- June 11, 2019 22:16Ghana remains sage, security remains vigilant according to a statement issued by Kojo Oppong Nkrumah, the Minister of Information for the Republic of Ghana. This was in response to a ... Read More
Accor hospitality group: Significant growth in North & Central America
Chief Assignment Editor- June 11, 2019 21:53Global hospitality group Accor continues to present record growth figures in North & Central America, a key region for the Group’s global development strategy. Accor’s North & Central America portfolio ... Read More
Conrad Bali announces completion of rejuvenation
Dmytro Makarov- June 11, 2019 19:13Conrad Bali, a beachfront resort on the southern coast of Bali, today announced the launch of its 85 newly-renovated expanded Deluxe rooms that boast incredible Indian Ocean views, expansive lagoon ... Read More
World’s largest luxury cruise company spewing air pollution to the extreme
editor- June 7, 2019 01:18The world’s largest luxury cruise operator, Carnival Corporation, emitted more pollution in the form of nearly 10 times more sulphur oxide (SOX) around European coasts than did all 260 million ... Read More
United Airlines: Most eco-friendly commercial flight
Dmytro Makarov- June 5, 2019 21:31United Airlines made history today – World Environment Day – with the departure of the Flight for the Planet, the most eco-friendly commercial flight of its kind in the history ... Read More
Yichun: Picturesque city reveals its rich tourism resources
Dmytro Makarov- June 5, 2019 19:08The annual event Jiangxi Tourism Industry Development Conference opened in Yichun City, Jiangxi province of China on June 5. It is an important platform for tourism cooperation of Jiangxi Province. ... Read More
FAA issues waiver for drones with parachutes
Chief Assignment Editor- June 4, 2019 15:09The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) announced today that it issued Hensel Phelps Construction Company of Washington, D.C., a Part 107 waiver on June 1 to operate a DJI Phantom 4 ... Read More
VIA Rail Canada ridership and revenue continue to grow
Dmytro Makarov- June 3, 2019 22:06HIGHLIGHTS Ridership up 5.1% Passenger Revenues up 8.4% Greater accessibility at the Ottawa station Launch of New Fleet Replacement program with Siemens Canada Appointment of three VIA Rail board members ... Read More
Star Alliance welcomes THAI Smile Airways as new Connecting Partner
Chief Assignment Editor- June 3, 2019 15:07Star Alliance today announced the plans for THAI Smile Airways to become the next Connecting Partner in its global network. The Chief Executive Board of Star Alliance, meeting on the ... Read More
Qatar Airways recognized for its commitment to preventing illegal endangered wildlife trade
Chief Assignment Editor- June 3, 2019 15:01Qatar Airways is today celebrating becoming the world’s first airline to achieve a new industry standard for the prevention of illegal wildlife trafficking in aviation. The Illegal Wildlife Trade (IWT) ... Read More
IATA sets trends for Global Aviation on Environment, Slots, Baggage Tracking, One ID and Disabled Passengers
Juergen T Steinmetz- June 2, 2019 03:55IATA's 75th Annual General Meeting in Seoul, South Korea passed five important resolutions setting the trend in the global aviation industry The International Air Transport Association (IATA) at their annual ... Read More
South African Ground Transportation Kwela Fleet takes active role in African Tourism Board
Juergen T Steinmetz- June 1, 2019 20:39One of South Africa largest and most established ground transportation operators, Kwela Fleet Management based in Pretoria, South Africa joined the African Tourism Board. Kwela Fleet was established in Pretoria ... Read More
Biodynamic Bordeaux
Dr. Elinor Garely - editor in chief of wines.travel- June 1, 2019 19:04Elementary The Bordeaux wine region in southwestern France produces some of the most desired wines and vintages in the world. Once considered a center for traditional viticulture, Bordeaux is quietly, ... Read More
The InterContinental San Francisco Unveils Extensive Renovation Led by BraytonHughes Design Studios and EDG Design
editor- May 31, 2019 21:41Two Bay Area-based design firms, BraytonHughes Design Studios and EDG Design, are pleased to unveil the updated design for the InterContinental San Francisco , the landmark South of Market San ... Read More
Ralph Nader, aviation stakeholders to discuss dangers of aircraft maintenance outsourcing at Washington, DC event
Chief Assignment Editor- May 30, 2019 23:15The Business Travel Coalition (BTC) today confirmed the agenda for a June 4 Aircraft Maintenance Outsourcing Summit at the National Press Club in Washington, DC from 8:30 am to 1:00 ... Read More
Thunder from Down Under: Australia’s hottest export strikes 10-year extension with MGM Resorts
Chief Assignment Editor- May 29, 2019 00:02This summer, Australia's Thunder from Down Under — the longest-running and highest-grossing male revue in the history of Las Vegas — will bring the 'Ultimate Girls Night Outback' to a ... Read More
100 Years of Hilton exhibition opens at the London Hilton on Park Lane
Chief Assignment Editor- May 28, 2019 18:05The London Hilton on Park Lane, the first UK Hilton hotel, is opening an exhibition for guests and visitors as part of their 100 years of Hilton celebrations. The exhibition ... Read More
Fraport AGM: Well Positioned for the Future, Nationally and Internationally
Juergen T Steinmetz- May 28, 2019 08:01Fraport AG's executive board chairman, Dr. Stefan Schulte, struck a positive note at the company's Annual General Meeting (AGM) today: "We can look back on a very successful 2018. Supported ... Read More
Canopy by Hilton : First in Africa set for CapeTown
Juergen T Steinmetz- May 28, 2019 06:48Hilton ( announced the signing of a management agreement with Growthpoint Properties, South Africa’s largest REIT, to open a hotel under its lifestyle Canopy by Hilton brand. The 150 guestroom ... Read More
Joachim König receives 2019 Joint Meetings Industry Council Unity Award
Chief Assignment Editor- May 27, 2019 23:11Kai Hattendorf, President of the Joint Meetings Industry Council (JMIC) has announced the winner of the 2019 JMIC Unity Award as Joachim König, Managing Director of HCC Hannover Congress Center ... Read More
Air New Zealand to add Boeing 787 Dreamliners
Juergen T Steinmetz- May 27, 2019 00:18Boeing and Star Alliance member Air New Zealand today announced the airline plans to add the largest 787 Dreamliner model to its world-class fleet with a commitment to buy eight ... Read More
Maritime security the Seychelles way
Alain St.Ange- May 25, 2019 02:42Africa’s smallest nation is setting a standard for safe sustainable seas through the prosecution of pirates, international maritime cooperation, and proactive measures to protect its exclusive economic zone. As the ... Read More
Airbus delivers first highly efficient A330neo to Delta Air Line
Juergen T Steinmetz- May 24, 2019 09:07Delta Air Lines took delivery of its first A330-900, one of 35 A330neos the Atlanta, Georgia-based airline has on order. With new fuel-efficient engines, aerodynamic improvements, and the advanced Airspace ... Read More
Move Beyond: Cathay Pacific launches new digital brand
Chief Assignment Editor- May 22, 2019 23:00Cathay Pacific celebrates today the start of a new journey with the purpose of moving people forward in life, through the airline’s ability to connect them to meaningful people, places ... Read More
Qatar Executive announces global expansion at EBACE
Chief Assignment Editor- May 22, 2019 15:28Qatar Executive, the private jet charter division of Qatar Airways Group, is celebrating 10 years of success at EBACE with the announcement of plans to open new offices in Shanghai, ... Read More
Rolls-Royce delivers first sets of Pearl 15 production engines to Bombardier
Chief Assignment Editor- May 20, 2019 15:46Rolls-Royce announced that the first sets of Pearl 15 production standard engines were delivered to Bombardier and have been fitted to the first Global 6500 aircraft that is now in ... Read More
Hilton Hawaiian Village workers rally in Waikiki for a better contract
Chief Assignment Editor- May 18, 2019 15:30UNITE HERE Local 5 Members rallied in Honolulu to demand a better contract and better job protection for workers at the Hilton Hawaiian Village. Hundreds of Local 5 members and ... Read More
A Strike on the Horizon: Hilton Hawaiian Village and The Modern Honolulu ?
Juergen T Steinmetz- May 17, 2019 07:15Guests having booked the Hilton Hawaiian Village may be in for a surprise. The Hilton is the largest hotel in Waikiki. Tomorrow, Friday a rally of a Hawaii Union UNITE ... Read More
ACJ319 is shown at European Business Aviation Conference and Exhibition
Chief Assignment Editor- May 16, 2019 01:00Airbus Corporate Jets (ACJ) is showing an ACJ319 at European Business Aviation Conference and Exhibition (EBACE) in Geneva, giving potential customers the opportunity to see for themselves how they can ... Read More
Centara Signs MOU with KMA Hotels for Six Myanmar Hotels
Juergen T Steinmetz- May 15, 2019 07:05Centara Hotels & Resorts, Thailand’s leading hotel operator, and KMA Hotels Group, a subsidiary of Kaung Myanmar Aung (KMA) Group of Companies, have announced the signing of a MOU to ... Read More
US travelers warned about mandatory Real-ID requirement changes
Chief Assignment Editor- May 14, 2019 16:45US states are rushing to become Real-ID compliant in response to federal legislation, which set new, more stringent minimum standards for identification that will be accepted at airport security stations. ... Read More
FCM Travel Solutions accelerates global NDC technology drive with Amadeus and Sabre
eTN Managing Editor- May 14, 2019 10:17The drive-by FCM Travel Solutions to lead the integration of a long-term digital NDC booking solution globally in the corporate sector has moved up a gear with technology partners Amadeus and ... Read More
Vancouver Airport Authority announces new Chair
Chief Assignment Editor- May 13, 2019 19:05Vancouver Airport Authority's Board of Directors has elected Annalisa King , an award-winning business executive, as Chair of its Board of Directors. Annalisa replaces Mary Jordan , upon the end ... Read More
FRAPORT: Revenue and earnings increase – Outlook confirmed
Juergen T Steinmetz- May 8, 2019 08:02The Fraport Group has successfully started off the new business year, achieving higher revenue and earnings in the first three months of 2019. Supported by solid passenger growth at Frankfurt ... Read More