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Best Western Opens its First Hotels in Ghana and Nigeria

By Freesun News

Best Western International expands its presence in Africa with the opening of three new hotels, including the Best Western Premier Accra Airport Hotel in Accra, Ghana, the Best…

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Japan Tourism Agency extends its support to Blossom Japan

By Freesun News

As Blossom Japan gears up for its debut in Tokyo early next year, the Japan Tourism Agency has extended its support to the event identifying the opportunity it brings to Japanese tourism.

Hiroshi Mizohata Commissioner of Japan Tourism Agency…

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Singapore’s first all-inclusive boutique hotel

By Freesun News

For the discerning traveler, Quincy offers a distinctive all-inclusive stay. The room rate includes a limousine transfer service from the airport – with free Wi-Fi access during the ride, all three meals at the hotel, high-speed Internet connections, all…

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Hainan Airlines makes Shanghai its second Chinese route from Brussels

By Freesun News

Chinese carrier Hainan Airlines is now operating direct flights between Brussels Airport and Shanghai Pudong International Airport. The flights are offered three times weekly, on Mondays, Wednesdays and…

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Starwood Hotels Set to Grow NYC Portfolio by 50%

By Freesun News

Starwood to Open Six New Hotels in Prime Neighborhoods across the City before Year End –

W New York – Downtown and Aloft Harlem Open Next Month

One in Four New NYC Hotel Rooms in 2010 will Fly Starwood Flag

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ACTE Board Unanimously Appoints Susan Shaid as ACTE Regional Chair, United States

By Freesun News

Alexandria, VA (22 July 2010) – The Board of Directors for the Association of Corporate Travel Executives (ACTE) (http://www.acte.org) unanimously appointed Susan Shaid, Global Director, Business Travel Sales, Omni Hotels & Resorts, as ACTE Regional Chair, United…

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Thalys, à saisir pour cause de rénovation Exceptionnel et atypique… sur eBay !

By Freesun News

Du 25 août au 18 septembre 2010, des éléments désormais « collectors » de l’ancienne génération de trains Thalys pourront être achetés sur le site de vente aux enchères eBay.

Au terme du plan de rénovation de…

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oneworld welcomes final approval for transatlantic ATI

By Freesun News

oneworld® has warmly welcomed today’s final approval by the US Department of Transportation (DOT) of the application for anti-trust immunity (ATI) for the alliance’s transatlantic carriers American Airlines,…

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Accor and InterGlobe consolidate existing relationship with a new hotel investment fund in India

By Freesun News

Pacifica’s affiliate to acquire a key stake in the consolidated venture

Transaction to initially involve seven strategic hotel assets already committed and in various phases of construction at…

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Faster passenger service at Malév

By Freesun News

Malév has successfully launched Amadeus DCS (Departure Control System), which provides benefits for both passengers and staff since through the use of this advanced application the airport management of travellers is simplified and speeded up. Furthermore, the travelling public…

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Lower operating costs – passenger numbers maintenant at last year’s level

By Freesun News

In the first six months of 2010 Malév’s passenger traffic was similar to that of the same period in 2009, with a total of 1.3 million customers flying on the carrier’s services. Even though there was no increase, still…

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Japan Airlines and Finnair Expand Codeshare Agreement

By Freesun News

Tokyo, July 20, 2010: Japan Airlines (JAL) and Finnair, both members of the oneworld® Alliance, have decided to further expand their existing codeshare agreement. From August 1, 2010,…

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European Tourism in 2010 – Trends & Prospects (Q2/2010)

By Freesun News

The European Travel Commission (ETC) has just published its second quarterly report on European Tourism in 2010 – Trends & Prospects.

The following gives a brief overview…

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Een warm onthaal in Suriname Ontdek de verborgen gastvrijheid met METS Travel & Tours

By Freesun News

http://www.surinamevacations.com draagt toeristen overal een warm hart toe. Of dat nu op het vliegveld is of struinend door de jungle, bezoekers beginnen hoe dan ook aan een gastvrij…

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Beijing International Tourism Expo & North China Travel Fair 2010

By Freesun News

Direct Spending of 86 Million, Revenue of 2.9 Billion

Organised by the Beijing Tourism Administration, Beijing International Tourism Expo & North China Travel Fair 2010 (BITE & NCTF 2010) was held at the China International Exhibition Centre from 25…

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Emirates orders 30 Boeing 777-300ERs valued at US$9.1 Billion continuing the expansion of its fleet for tomorrow

By Freesun News

FARNBOROUGH, England – Farnborough Air Show– 19th July 2010 – Emirates (www.emirates.com), the Dubai-based international airline today placed an order with Boeing for an additional 30 777-300ER aircraft, worth approximately US$9.1 billion (AED 33.4 billion) in list…

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TAIWAN TODAY

MEET TAIWAN Gains Global Popularity

By Freesun News

The Bureau of Foreign Trade (BOFT) of the Ministry of Economic Affairs (MOEA) conducted a survey in April and May to find out the level of brand-awareness for…

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Bright Future for MICE Industry after ECFA Signature

By Freesun News

The future of Taiwan’s MICE (Meetings, Incentive Travel, Conventions and Exhibitions) industry is looking rosy with the signing of the Economic Cooperation Framework Agreement (ECFA) on June 29.

The agreement gives Taiwan certain competitive edges in the global market and…

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Tourism specials promise a summer of fun

By Freesun News

Taiwan’s Tourism Bureau is promoting travel without a car this summer by providing shuttle buses in 10 of Taiwan’s cities and counties. Excursionists can save money and limit their carbon emissions as they travel on 21 routes connecting railway…

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Tourism Bureau promotes night market culture

By Freesun News

To promote Taiwan’s night markets, the Tourism Bureau has launched a campaign involving an online poll and free food vouchers for international tourists, the bureau said July 20.…

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Military strength key bargaining chip for Taiwan with China: DPP

By Freesun News

Taipei, July 19 (CNA) Taiwan has to maintain its military strength to serve as a bargaining chip in negotiations with China, Chairwoman Tsai Ing-wen of the opposition Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) said Monday.

The DPP, “whether in power or as…

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