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Friday 18, June 2010

BA fires Virgin into Space

The word ‘innovation’ both inspires and defines companies. For the enterprising and entrepreneurial Sir Richard Branson and his Virgin brand, the reality of turning space travel into a genuine commercial commodity has now become the latest in a long line of innovative moves, a thing that some have said is just the next natural progression for the brand.

Friday 18, June 2010

Sustainable and oriented towards the future: International contests TO DO! and TOURA D’OR again announced worldwide by Studienkreis

The TO DO! – Contest Socially Responsible Tourism is announced worldwide for the sixteenth time by Studienkreis für Tourismus und Entwicklung e.V. (Institute for Tourism and Development).

Friday 18, June 2010

Rock legends turn up the heat on Tenerife holidays this July

Tenerife holidays have always promised a variety of entertainment. Want proof? Check out these recently-announced performances by The Beach Boys and Simply Red.

Friday 18, June 2010

First free iPhone application for 33 cities in Europe

European Cities Marketing has launched the first iPhone application to serve as a mobile tool for discovering 33 cities spread over 19 different European countries.

Friday 18, June 2010

TripAdvisor gets friendly with Facebook

TripAdvisor launched the travel industry's first major implementation of the Facebook Open Graph. TripAdvisor's Trip Friends feature allows travelers to tap into their social network to find friends that can offer advice about a destination.

Friday 18, June 2010

Getting married abroad this summer? See information on marriage overseas

The legal paperwork you need to complete for an overseas wedding can be confusing. Fortunately Foreign and Commonwealth Office can help you to get the documents you need. The local British embassy’s website has specific information.

Friday 18, June 2010

Virgin Galactic update on Spaceport America

Here is the latest news from Virgin Galactic, regarding Governor Bill Richardson announcement of Rick Homans as Spaceport Executive Director.

Thursday 17, June 2010

VisitBritain embraces social media platforms, online video and personalised content

VisitBritain, the national tourism agency, has launched a new website that gives customers from around the world a unique opportunity to be inspired to come to Britain.

Thursday 17, June 2010

World leading British directors and producers appointed to London 2012 Ceremonies team

Leading British names from the world of film, including Oscar-winning Danny Boyle and Stephen Daldry, will direct and produce the London 2012 Opening and Closing Ceremonies.

Thursday 17, June 2010

Active hurricane season predicted by MET office

The Met Office prediction of 20 tropical storms between July and November, with a 70% chance that the number will be in the range 13 to 27, is well above the 1990–2005 long-term average of 12.4.

Thursday 17, June 2010

Free Guidebook For Tourists Visiting Lanzarote

The 11th edition of Lanzarote Guidebook, the in-depth island information guide, is out now. And can be downloaded fast and for free from the Lanzarote Guidebook website.

Thursday 17, June 2010

Lapland and the Sami people

The sami people occupy large parts of Lapland and still practice Reindeer herding and husbandry today.

Thursday 17, June 2010

The International Tourism Fair handed over the prizes won at the 2010 Event

FITUR organised a prize-giving ceremony to hand over the prizes won at the last edition of the Trade Fair. The Tourism Fair took place from 20 to 24 January 2010.

Thursday 17, June 2010

ABTA congratulates Travel Foundation on winning major award

ABTA is delighted to add its congratulations to the Travel Foundation who came first in one the most prestigious categories at The Charity Awards 2010, which recognise leading charities operating in the UK.

Thursday 17, June 2010

Midsummer Madness: summer solstice parties around the world

ith the summer solstice brightening up the world on the 21st June 2010, Skyscanner presents places to join the midsummer party through the longest day of the year.

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