Archive for August, 2007

What’s New in San Francisco

The latest edition of “What’s New in San Francisco” is now available at:

August 30, 2007 Posted in: United States West

Pack your â€˜holy water,' Vatican Airlines passengers were told

eTN / French airport authorities tell Vatican Airlines passengers they can’t take “holy water” onboard. If its over the allowed amount, that is. If it is more than more than 100 milliliters, even a bottle of "holy water" will not be allowed in carry-on luggage, as passengers of Vatican Airlines' inaugural service from France to [...]

August 30, 2007 Posted in: Airlines & Railways

Fires highlight need for Greek tourism to review its crisis response approach

By David Beirman l Special to eTN From the pespective of Australia’s tourism industry, a major customer of Greek tourism, the Mediterranean destination’s tourism officials urgently need review the country’s approach to crisis communications following the deadly fires.

August 30, 2007 Posted in: Greece

Thailand Resort Properties to be Launched in China Luxury Market

Thailand – Engel & VÃ¶lkers, one of the leading European real estate companies will unveil a number of its high-end luxury lifestyle properties in Hua Hin at the China International Luxury Property Show to be held on September 7-9,2007, in Shanghai, China.

August 30, 2007 Posted in: Thailand

Romanovs Royal Family May Become Tourist Brand

russia-ic.com/etn On August 24-25 the Russian city of Tobolsk organized Royal Days dedicated to the Romanovs Royal Family. On August 23, straight prior to Royal Days, archaeologists found some remains preliminarily thought of as remains of Nicholas II. The archaeological find has caused many disputes in media. It is already planned set a monument to [...]

August 30, 2007 Posted in: Russia

Wellness Media Announces the Launch of SPA LEAD – A New Ground Breaking Spa and Wellness Leadership Programme

Singapore, SpaAsia and the Institute of Healing Hands are launching SPA LEADïƒ¤, a groundbreaking Spa and Wellness Leadership Development Programme. In an industry that is seeing annual growth rates of 16% globally, SPA LEADïƒ¤ will address the growing need to develop highly skilled and competent leaders by providing spa and wellness specific education and training [...]

August 30, 2007 Posted in: Asia General

Cruising Portugal & Spain with Amadeus Waterways

Amadeus Waterways proudly announces the launch of a brand new itinerary for 2008, Cruising Portugal & Spain, aboard the MS Amadouro. Start your journey with Lisbon, one of Europe's most beautiful cities, which lies on several hills along the River Tagus. Explore the Douro River Valley, beginning with Porto, the capital of North Portugal, which [...]

August 30, 2007 Posted in: Cruise Ships

Nevada Magazine Launches New Web Site Featuring More Nevada Content

CARSON CITY, Nev. – Nevada Magazine launched its new Web site, unveiling more of the stories found in the print edition than ever before, plus complete listings of Nevada events and shows, Publisher Deb Dudley announced today.

August 29, 2007 Posted in: United States West

Acclaimed Western Maryland Resort, Home to State's Only Jack Nicklaus Signature Designed Course, Attains Elite Rating for Seventh Consecutive Year

(CUMBERLAND, MD) – Rocky Gap Lodge & Golf Resort – home to the state's only Jack Nicklaus Signature designed course – today announces it has been named an AAA Four-Diamond resort for the seventh consecutive year. Only 3 percent of all AAA-approved properties in the United States receive the elite Four Diamond status making Rocky [...]

August 29, 2007 Posted in: United States East

Dillsboro Antiques Fair to include Vintage Cars on Sept. 15 in North Carolina

DILLSBORO, N.C. – The Dillsboro Merchants Association will host its fifth annual Dillsboro Antiques Fair on Saturday, Sept. 15. Event organizers have taken care to ensure that quality antique items will be presented for sale. Vendors will offer carnival glass, baskets, dough bowls, vintage jewelry, quilts, pottery and antique furniture, plus many other items from [...]