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Friday 30, July 2010

Ferrari World Abu Dhabi to open on October 28, 2010

Another major attraction is set to open in Abu Dhabi. It will compel tourists and locals to witness the world’s first Ferrari theme park during their UAE Tour.

Friday 30, July 2010

Supreme Court decision makes swift reform of ATOL scheme vital to protect holiday-makers, says CAA

The Supreme Court has this morning announced its decision not to hear the Civil Aviation Authority’s (CAA) appeal in the case against Travel Republic.

Friday 30, July 2010

Plans to keep London moving during the 2012 Games published

Plans to ensure that London keeps moving during the London 2012 Games and that athletes, officials and the Games Family can get to venues on time have been published.

Thursday 29, July 2010

StayHIP named to Travel + Leisure’s Top Travel Apps for 2010 list

World’s leading travel magazine showcases the world’s first bookable app for boutique hotels.

Thursday 29, July 2010

Tourism value to UK could grow by 60 percent in 10 years

Tourism's contribution to the UK economy could grow by more than 60% to £188bn by 2020, a report suggests. The number of jobs directly and indirectly linked to tourism could rise by 264,000 to 2.89 million in that time, said the study for VisitBritain.

Thursday 29, July 2010

The 5th European Golf Business Conference

The 5th EGCOA European Golf Business Conference will take place on November 30 and December 1 and 2 in London, United Kingdom. After the successful conferences in Amsterdam in 2006, 2007 and 2009 and Berlin in 2008, the time is right for the European golf business to visit the capital of the UK.

Wednesday 28, July 2010

Unmistakable signs of a warming world

Scientific evidence that our world is warming is unmistakable has been released today in the ‘2009 State of the Climate’ report, issued by US National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA).

Wednesday 28, July 2010

Queen Elisabeth II and Pope Benedict XVI to inaugurate unique event at Victoria and Albert Museum in London

To commemorate the historic visit by HH Pope Benedict XVI to England and Scotland in September, the Victoria and Albert Museum, in collaboration with the Vatican Museums, will hold this “once in a lifetime event” entitled: Raphael: Cartoons and Tapestries for the Sistine Chapel.

Wednesday 28, July 2010

EIBTM Championing the future of Meetings Technology

Having gained an international reputation for showcasing the latest, most effective technology solutions for event and meeting planners, EIBTM has attracted many of the industry’s leading suppliers of technological solutions to this year’s show in Barcelona - 30th November – 2nd December.

Wednesday 28, July 2010

Brazil launches web site for the 12 host cities of the 2014 World Cup

The Ministry of Tourism and EMBRATUR (Brazilian Tourism Institute) has launched the “Brazilian Cities Selection” web site.

Wednesday 28, July 2010

London 2012 celebrates two years to go to the Games

27th July marks exactly two years to go until the Opening Ceremony of the London 2012 Olympic Games and organisers are calling on the UK public to start planning their Games to ensure they don’t miss out on this once-in-a-lifetime event.

Wednesday 28, July 2010

Buckingham Palace opens its doors for tours between 27th July and 1st October

Buckingham Palace serves as both the office and London residence of Her Majesty The Queen, as well as the administrative headquarters of the Royal Household. It is one of the few working royal palaces remaining in the world today.

Tuesday 27, July 2010

WTM expands Speed Networking program for 2010

World Travel Market (WTM), the premier global event for the travel industry, has expanded its Speed Networking program following the success of last year’s inaugural event.

Tuesday 27, July 2010

Cruise industry experts come together to discuss Mediterranean expansion

Michael Bayley, EVP, International, Royal Caribbean Cruises Limited, Carol Marlow, Managing Director, P&O Cruises, Gianni Onorato, President, Costa Crociere SpA, Neil Palomba, COO, MSC Cruises, Charis Papacharalambous, Sales & Marketing Director, Louis Cruises and Kevin Sheehan, President & CEO, Norwegian Cruise Line to discuss state of the Mediterranean cruise industry during opening session.

Tuesday 27, July 2010

Virgin Holidays break British Travel Awards nominations record

Virgin Holidays has been nominated for 17 British Travel Awards in 2010, the most recommendations it has received in a single year.

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