Archive for April, 2006

Snow Fall Evokes Early Festivity in the Southern Alps of New Zealand 

The Southern Alps of New Zealand received their first major dump of snow yesterday as plummeting temperatures showered the mountain peaks with fresh snow. Local mountain teams reported significant snowfall of between 15 and 40cms of snow; the start of a perfect base for excellent ski conditions. The Southern Lakes region is home to six [...]

April 27, 2006   Posted in: New Zealand

What’s New in Los Angeles 06

Universal Studios Hollywood has announced exciting additions to its world-famous studio tour, debuting this spring. New attractions showcasing “The Fast and the Furious: Tokyo Drift” and “King Kong” are highlights of the new studio tour. The new high-powered action sequence inspired by the much-anticipated “The Fast and The Furious: Tokyo Drift” is sure to become [...]

April 27, 2006   Posted in: United States West

Vietnam showcases diversity via China campaign

By Satish G. | eTN Asia The Vietnam Administration for Tourism (VNAT) has come up with two new tourism campaigns in Shanghai and Beijing to attract more Chinese traveling from major centres. With striking headline, "Vietnam is more than Ha Long," the campaign is propelling tourists to venture to vacation sites in central and southern [...]

April 27, 2006   Posted in: Vietnam

World’s tallest ice sculpture at Ski Dubai

History was made recently when Dubai was inducted into the Guinness World Records for the world’s tallest ice sculpture. Standing at 40 feet, the sculpture is a replica of the Burj Al Alam, the world's tallest commercial tower by Dubai-based developer Fortune Group.

April 27, 2006   Posted in: Dubai

Nepal returns to normal

Life in Kathmandu and other major cities returned to normal yesterday. There is a renewed energy and hope for peaceful and progressive days ahead, be it in the tourism sector, manufacturing industry or any other business.  However, some highways are barricaded but are expected to be cleared shortly.

April 27, 2006   Posted in: Nepal

Chinese tourism moving at lightening speed

By Y. Sulaiman l eTN Asia In a recently published report, the World Travel and Tourism Council (WTTC) has predicted the Chinese tourism industry will become the second largest in the world after the US by 2016. “We would normally wait for five to ten years before updating a country report, but it is clear [...]

April 27, 2006   Posted in: China

Singapore Airlines’ ‘sweet deal’ for holidaying Indian families

M.M.khanna, C/O Services India, Chandigarh With families gearing up for a summer break and looking at exotic locations abroad, Singapore Airlines Wednesday announced its ‘Sweet Deal’ fares to woo passengers flying from Delhi to Southeast Asia.

April 27, 2006   Posted in: Airlines & Railways

CALM WATER' SHIP, M.V. SENATOR SET TO CRUISE INTO NIAGARA

(Niagara-on-the-Lake) – Niagara River Cruises Inc. (NRC), is pleased to announce that their ship the elegant 140 passenger M.V. SENATOR will commence a regular daily cruise schedule from its departure docks at Navy Hall, Victoria Day Weekend and cruise until the end of October.

April 27, 2006   Posted in: Canada

Travel light and Tango for less with Air Canada’s ‘GO Discount’

Air Canada has just made its everyday low Tango fare even more affordable. With the launch today of its GO Discount, available exclusively at www.aircanada.com, Air Canada customers choosing Tango fares can save a further $10 (USD$8) each way, or $20 (USD$16) round trip, if they travel light and don’t change their plans. Starting today, [...]

April 27, 2006   Posted in: Airlines & Railways

Rajasthan ropeway project survey begins

By M.M.Khanna, C/O Services India, Chandigarh Tourists will soon have the luxury of a panoramic view of Jaipur once the state’s first ropeway project is completed.

April 27, 2006   Posted in: India