Archive for October, 2005

Germany – “Welcome to Christmas Wonderland”

Christmas is a special time in Germany, highlighted by charming Christmas markets everywhere and special holiday preparations. The smell of gingerbread and Stollen baked in kitchens across the country wafts through the air along with the scent of roasting chestnuts and mulled wine served at the markets. This year, the German National Tourist Office presents [...]

October 31, 2005 · travelvideo · Comments Closed
Posted in: Germany

An Increase of Tourism to Israel

1,424,900 tourists entered Israel between January to September in 2005, an increase of 26% of worldwide tourism to Israel. Canadians also picked up on their travel to Israel with an increase of 15% from the same eight month period last year. From Canada, September ’05 had a 30% increase from last September. “We are encouraged [...]

October 31, 2005 · travelvideo · Comments Closed
Posted in: Israel

NEW TOUR PACKAGES AND E-COUPONS MAKE TRIPS TO HONG KONG EXCITING AND AFFORDABLE

A new season is on its way, and that means there will be a variety of tempting tour packages and discounts for travellers to Hong Kong.  Cooler days are perfect for the delights of Hong Kong shopping and sightseeing and for enjoying all the excitement of WinterFest here, in the “Events Capital of Asia”.

October 31, 2005 · travelvideo · Comments Closed
Posted in: Hong Kong

The Czech Paradise Area Gets Real Attention from UNESCO

A large part of the Czech Paradise area including the Protected Czech Paradise nature reserve, the oldest in the Czech Republic, has been declared a UNESCO Geopark. The Czech Paradise joins 21 European and 8 Chinese Geoparks and can also pride itself on being the only such park in any of the countries which recently [...]

October 31, 2005 · travelvideo · Comments Closed
Posted in: Czech Republic

Lufthansa and Swiss now with joint check-in facilities

Lufthansa and Swiss customers will enjoy further tangible benefits from the ever-closer collaboration between the two airline partners with the start of the new winter timetable period on Sunday, October 30. In addition to providing more destinations, denser frequencies and better connections, the partners will be bringing all their operations “under one roof” at their [...]

October 31, 2005 · travelvideo · Comments Closed
Posted in: Airlines & Railways

Dubai Tourism Opens its “Smart” Suggestions Scheme to Public

The Dubai Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing (DTCM) has enlarged the scope of its suggestions scheme, SMART, thereby allowing the general public along with its employees to submit suggestions online and track their status.

October 31, 2005 · travelvideo · Comments Closed
Posted in: Dubai

Lufthansa bought stake in Fraport AG

Deutsche Lufthansa AG holds in the meantime a total of 4.5 million shares in the Frankfurt Airport operating company, which is equivalent to about 4.95 per cent of Fraport’s nominal capital. The purchase price, amounting to around 170 million euros, was funded entirely from existing financial resources. Lufthansa intends in the short term to increase [...]

October 31, 2005 · travelvideo · Comments Closed
Posted in: Airlines & Railways

Canadian Mountain Holidays Raises The Stakes In 2006

This year, Canadian Mountain Holidays (CMH), offering what many consider the greatest powder skiing in the world, joins forces with the man who is reputed to be the greatest poker instructor in the world for the first ever Powder and Poker trip – an exclusive seven day retreat for snow and Texas Hold ‘Em fans.

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Posted in: Canada

2005 Society Of American Travel Writers (SATW) Online Auction Offers Exotic Travel Packages To Faraway Lands

Experience adventure and traditional Thai hospitality during a four-night stay, at the JW Marriot Bangkok, Thailand. Relax on the beaches of Pampelonne and explore the heart of St. Tropez, France during a three-night stay at the historic Chateau de la Messardiere. Sail the mighty Mississippi River with a five-night luxury riverboat cruise on the legendary [...]

October 31, 2005 · travelvideo · Comments Closed
Posted in: Travel Industry Info

Greater Fort Lauderdale Proactively Battles ‘Wilma’ Image Perception With New York Media And Meeting Planner Events

The Greater Fort Lauderdale Convention & Visitors Bureau responded immediately to image perception following Hurricane Wilma. Nicki E. Grossman, president of the Greater Fort Lauderdale Convention & Visitors Bureau, traveled to New York City to attend several pre-arranged events with media and meeting planners this week.

October 31, 2005 · travelvideo · Comments Closed
Posted in: United States SouthEast