Archive for February, 2010
Lufthansa adds 400 flights to special flight schedule – Normal flight operations to resume on Friday at the latest – Rebooking possible free of charge
East Meadow, NY, February 23, 2010 – Lufthansa is continuously updating the special flight schedule that is currently in operation due to industrial action and is increasing the number of flights operated. Flights on European and intercontinental routes will be added to the schedule throughout the day. Previously cancelled flights between New York JFK – [...]
February 23, 2010
Posted in: Airlines & Railways
Canada in line for $480 million windfall from new Emirates flights
23 February 2010 – New Emirates flights into Toronto, Vancouver and Calgary would bring $480 million of economic benefits and over 2,800 jobs to Canada, new research shows. The study by independent transportation and tourism experts InterVISTAS Consulting, was revealed by Emirates Airline and British Columbia Transportation Minister Shirley Bond, on behalf of Premier Gordon [...]
February 23, 2010
Posted in: Airlines & Railways
How Do You Say “Deep Powder” in German? Winter sports in the Alps and other snowy parts of Germany
For another six days, all eyes will be on Vancouver and Whistler for the 2010 Winter Games. A year from now, though, ski fans at least will turn their focus to the German resort of Garmisch-Partenkirchen as it plays host to the Skiing World Championships 2011. This will be the third time for this competition [...]
February 23, 2010
Posted in: Germany
East Tennessee Preservation Alliance To Announce First Annual Endangered Heritage List, March 1, 2010
KNOXVILLE, TENN. – On March 1, 2010, the East Tennessee Preservation Alliance (ETPA) will announce the 2010 East Tennessee’s Endangered Heritage list of most endangered historic buildings and places in the sixteen-county region. The announcement will take place at the East Tennessee History Center, located at 601 South Gay Street at 11:30 am. The public [...]
February 23, 2010
Posted in: United States South
Statement about President Obama’s Remarks in Las Vegas from Roger Dow, President and CEO, U.S. Travel Association
WASHINGTON, DC – Responding to President Obama’s remarks during his visit to Las Vegas, Roger Dow, President and CEO of the U.S. Travel Association, issued the following statement:
February 23, 2010
Posted in: United States
Continental Airlines, Hispanic Education Organization Announce ‘Destino: Latinoamerica’ Contest
HOUSTON – Continental Airlines and the Adelante! U.S. Education Leadership Fund announce their 2010 essay/video contest, “Destino: Latinoamerica” (“Destination: Latin America”) for Hispanic college students.
February 23, 2010
Posted in: Airlines & Railways
First East African space tourist set for take off
By Wolfgang H. Thome, eTN | February, 2010:В East African business tycoon, Ashish Thakkar, set to be blasted into space just as soon as the galactic space ship of Virgin has been cleared for public flight, has collected the flags of Uganda, Kenya, and Tanzania from the presidents and prime ministers of the three countries to [...]
February 23, 2010
Posted in: Outer Space
Ferrari World Abu Dhabi to open in the second half of 2010
By Aftab H. Kola, eTN | February, 2010 At least there is something Abu Dhabi can beat Dubai with hands down – the world’s largest indoor theme park, Ferrari World Abu Dhabi, will open in the second half of 2010. Briefing international press scribes at its office in the sprawling Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, Troy [...]
February 23, 2010
Posted in: Middle East General
Spain’s tourism bounces back
MADRID – THE number of foreign tourists arriving in Spain inched up in January from a year earlier, the industry ministry said on Monday, ending 18 consecutive months of decline for the key tourism sector.
February 23, 2010
Posted in: Spain
Porter Airlines previews new Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport home – Passenger service begins March 7
TORONTO/February, 2010 – Porter Airlines’ new home at Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport is opening to passengers March 7. The $50 million passenger terminal was unveiled at a ceremony showcasing enhanced passenger services, further improving the travel experience at this revitalized facility. Porter projects over 1.3 million passengers using the airport in 2010.
February 23, 2010
Posted in: Airlines & Railways