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* India Tourism March, 2007 newsletter *
Here's the March, 2007 tourism update from the India Tourism office.
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*Après Restaurant Launches après gastronomique Cooking School *
Après restaurant is excited to launch après gastronomique -- a five-night, six-day cooking school, and culinary adventure which runs in Whistler from June through November each year.
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A 1914 Hotel -- The Davenport -- reopens to guests in Spokane, WA *
One of America's exceptional hotels, The Davenport, originally opened in 1914.
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Air Canada reaches deal with pilots' union *
Agreements with Air Canada's unions, including the last-minute deal with pilots, will allow the struggling airline to reduce its costs by $1.1-billion, Air Canada president and chief executive Robert Milton announced Sunday.
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Air Canada unveils new no-frills carrier, Zip *
Battling for low-paying customers after a plunge in lucrative business air travel, Air Canada unveiled its long awaited no-frills
carrier on Friday, naming it "Zip."
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Air France opens new U.S. Gateway in Seattle *
France officially opened its 13th U.S. gateway, Seattle, with a new, daily non-stop flight to Paris.
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Air India introduces 3-times-a-week non stop service from Calcutta (Kolkata) to London *
Air-India has introduced a three times a week non stop service from Calcutta (Kolkata) to London on 18th June 2005.
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Airline service with a scowl *
Passengers on a late-night Air Transat route from Mexico to Toronto were relieved, at first, when their flight made a successful emergency landing in small-town Texas after an alarmingly loud noise and a sudden lurch by the plane, according to a new report from air travel complaints commissioner Liette Lacroix Kenniff.
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AIRPORTPARKINGRESERVATIONS.COM *
As its name indicates, this Web site lets travellers reserve parking at dozens of airports in the United States, Canada and Britain.
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Airports of the rich and famous *
Actors, musicians and design gurus are drawn to airports with amenities such as a massage centre, an indoor forest and even an on-site golf course. SIMONA RABINOVITCH tracks down 10 jet setters to talk about their favourites
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Alaskan Cruise Gift Service -- local company is THE cruise gift specialist (Garber review) *****
Travel Agents worldwide can benefit from deals via Vancouver-based Alaska Cruise Gift Service -- top quality, too! This company is the recipient of evalu8.org's once-a-year Award of Distinction for 2006. (Five stars.)
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Aloha Airlines *
Aloha Airlines provides frequent, convenient, all-jet service connecting the five major airports in the State of Hawaii (Hilo, Hawaii; Honolulu, Oahu; Kahului, Maui; Kona, Hawaii; Lihue, Kauai).
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Another restaurant, another season, another book -- Lumiere is HOT *****
Another Restaurant...
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Banff / Lake Louise Reports Smiles All Around! *
Local Banff / Lake Louise entrepreneurs are smiling. Visitors are taking advantage of the amazing low value of the Canadian currency and shopping!
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Beary Important News *
Polar Bears are showing up near Alaska's Point Barrow in unusually high numbers!
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Best Western Inn Kelowna is 'greening' its roofline *
Kelowna hotel uses solar power to reduce greenhouse gases...
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Bird Watching Sector Eyes Global Niche *
Uganda is braced to compete globally as a bird-watching destination with such traditional destinations as the USA, France, UK and Spain.
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British Airways considers missile defence *
British Airways is considering fitting its aircraft with anti-missile systems and has begun talks with manufacturers Boeing and Airbus about adapting the technology to commercial planes, the airline said Friday.
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Canadian tourism in a slump *
Canada's annual international travel deficit — the difference between what Canadian residents spend abroad and what foreigners spend in Canada — more than doubled in 2003, reaching its highest level in a decade, new Statistics Canada figures say.
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Canadian vacationers outspend foreigners *
A plunge in spending by foreign visitors to Canada has pushed the nation's international travel deficit -- the difference between what Canadians spend abroad and what visitors spend here -- to its highest level in nine years, Statistics Canada reported Wednesday.
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CHATEAU SONESTA HOTEL OFFERS MEALS TO GO; AND FRENCH QUARTER RENDEZVOUS PACKAGE *
The Chateau Sonesta unveils a new
service to accommodate those who fly out of New Orleans. With airlines
cutting back food services, hotel guests are now able to order the hotel's
"breakfast- or lunch-to-go."
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China defends Air China pilot after S. Korea crash *
China defended the captain of the Air China aircraft that crashed in South Korea last week, saying he was an experienced, well-trained pilot with more than 6000 hours flight time in the Boeing 767.
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CIN CIN adds world-class pastry chef to international reputation **** 1/2
Thierry Busset, the man Gordon Ramsay called "the best pastry chef in London." comes to CinCin from sister restaurant Ouest, on Granville Street.
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Country Inns & Suites gets high survey ranking *
No Hotel Chain Ranks Higher than Country Inns & Suites By Carlson in
Customer Satisfaction, according to latest Market Metrix Survey
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CruiseOne Receives Carnival Cruise Lines Pinnacle Award *
On April 13, 2005, CruiseOne was inducted into Carnival Cruise Lines’ “Pinnacle Club.”
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Direct e-mail tips for Tourism Marketers *
How tourism marketers can
make the most of limited advertising dollars now, while the industry is
facing major hurdles through world events that have precipitated tourism
declines.
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FAIRMONT WATERFRONT introduces new K-9 Ambassador *
DOGGONE-IT: FAIRMONT WATERFRONT DOES IT AGAIN, INTRODUCES NEW K-9 AMBASSADOR TO HOTEL
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First days of spring bring huge snowfall to the slopes of Whistler *
The calendar says spring, but a fresh dump of snow -- 86 centimetres (3 feet) of new snow over the past seven days -- in Whistler has brought some of the best winter conditions of the season.
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Fly to Amarnath Caves in Jammu and Kashmir for Pilgrimage *
Helicopter operations are now available for Amarnath pilgrims with 44 daily services to the holy shrine from Srinagar and Baltal in Jammu and Kashmir.
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Four Seasons Hotel Vancouver announces new chef, menus *
"The family that dines together, thrives together" could be the adage for a new menu that emphasizes group dynamics in the Garden Terrace, the central restaurant and lounge at Four Seasons Hotel Vancouver.
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Free Maison de la France online brochures *
Maison de la France is delighted to announce that the Maison de la France/French Government Tourist Office website is now providing free brochures, available for instant download.
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Free Travel Guides & Directories *
Our ever-growing list. Please write to us, if you'd like your travel guide to be included.
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Frequent-flyer miles -- a discussion *
One in three
American adults collects frequent-flyer miles. But how
safe are they?
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Great German holidays on a small budget *
Plan to visit Germany and make your own plans? These free travel guides are sure to help the self-directed traveller.
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Greater Consumer Access to Mexican Boutique Hotels announced *
Mexico-Mexico Boutique Hotels marks a strong growth stage with the addition of eight new hotels concurrent with the inauguration of new toll-free numbers enhancing its reservations infrastructure.
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Hong Kong stages party to help kick-start tourism *
Hotels accelerate expansion plans as travellers return to embattled city
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Hotel community Awards Andaluca Chef *
Chef Wayne A. Johnson was recently honoured and awarded the "2002
Achievement for Community Service" Award from the Washington State Hotel and
Lodging Association
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Hotel Du Pont (Wilmington, DE) *
The Hotel du Pont has packages designed for romance...
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Hotel goes 100 per cent Smoke-Free *
The Listel Vancouver -- as of January 1st -- has converted itself to Vancouver's first 100 per cent smoke-free hotel.
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How to be the American Idol of Writing *
2002 Maui Writers Conference Uncovers A Wealth of Writing Talent
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Huntington Hotel & Nob Hill Spa (San Francisco, CA) *
Valentine's package
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India Tourism December, 2006 newsletter *
Here's the December, 2006 tourism update from the India Tourism office. . .
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India Tourism February 2006 newsletter *
Celebrations are the hallmark of February in many parts of India. Visit India and enjoy the local culture!
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India Tourism January 2006 newsletter *
Celebrations are the hallmark of January and February in many parts of India. Visit India and enjoy the local culture!
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India Tourism June, 2006 newsletter *
Here's the June, 2006 tourism update from the India Tourism office. . .
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India Tourism March, 2005 newsletter *
Here's the March, 2005 tourism update from the India Tourism office.
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India Tourism March, 2006 newsletter *
Indian continues to play host to world leaders. In recent days, French President Chirac, President George W Bush of USA and Australian Prime Minister John Howard have visited India. And Hollywood comes to Bollywood soon, too.
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India Tourism May, 2006 newsletter *
Here's the May, 2006 tourism update from the India Tourism office.
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INDIA – SAFE DESTINATION FOR TRAVEL *
Cases of dengue fever and chikungunya have been reported in India. But the Indian government assures us there is no cause for concern -- as long as certain simple precautions are taken.
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Inn of the Anasazi (Santa Fe, NM) *
Enjoy the magic of Santa Fe!
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International travel hit by SARS, war *
International travel to and from Canada suffered an overall decline in March amidst the war in Iraq and mounting concern over SARS.
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Internet travel search engine tours.com now offers worldwide travel agent search capabilities *
Tours.com -- the Internet site with the Web’s most comprehensive travel search engine -- today announced the launch of its newest search category: worldwide travel agent search by specialty.
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IPMA to hold 19th World Congress on Project Management in India *
For the first time in 40 years, the IPMA has decided to hold its 19th World Congress on Project Management in India. Announced dates are November 13 through 16, 2005.
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Italian Guest-chef Roberto Russo Cooks up an Authentic Tuscan Culinary Feast at Vivanda, Seattle *
Vivanda Ristorante, will be hosting guest chef Roberto Russo
of Cortona, Italy during his brief visit to Seattle.
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LANCHILE AGAIN NAMED BEST SOUTH AMERICAN AIRLINE *
For the second consecutive year LanChile has been chosen as the Best South American Airline based on product quality and service, according to a survey of more than four million worldwide passenger responses...
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LANCHILE EXTENDS OPERATIONS IN AUSTRALIA AND NEW ZEALAND WITH NEW QANTAS *
LanChile is expanding its route network in Australia
and Asia, offering passengers a selection of even more destinations, through
new codeshares with Qantas on the Santiago-Auckland-Sydney route. Effective
July 1, the codeshare consists of three weekly frequencies, operated by
LanChile using its new Airbus 340 aircraft
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LANCHILE INTRODUCES NEW AIRPORT SERVICES FOR PREMIUM PASSENGERS *
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LanChile has introduced various new services catering to its premium passengers, including new check-in areas at Santiago's airport and separate preferential boarding areas at all of the carrier's major airports.
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Love Me at the Met / Diva at the Met's Valentine's Menu *
Paint the Town Red with the Metropolitan's Romance Package
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Magic of Asia newsletter *
SARS has hit hard in Asia -- here's the first newsletter (to try to alleviate that situation) from Shangri-la Hotels and TravelWeekly...
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Mahamasthakabhisheka begins in Karnataka *
The millennium's first Mahamastakabisheka, the head-anointing ceremony of Lord Bahubali, a revered Jain icon, began Wednesday amidst prayers and monks taking part in bathing the world's tallest free standing statue with a steady stream of holy water and milk.
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Malaysia: State Mull Tourist Rules *
Terengganu's state government came under the control
of the fundamentalist Pan-Malaysia Islamic Party in
1999. The party has since tried, with varying degrees
of success, to restrict alcohol and separate the sexes,
and is now turning its attention to tourists.
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Master Sommelier Andrea Immer to host Hawaii Wine & Food Festival *
Set to take place from July 4-7, 2002, the four-day food and wine extravaganza will bring together culinary and wine stars from around the world for fun themed tastings, seminars and a gala dinner.
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Midnight deadline for Air Canada *
Air Canada has until midnight Saturday to strike a deal with its pilots that could keep the embattled airline aloft, and even its chief executive officer says "our existence as a corporation sits in the balance."
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Morocco predicts a $700 million drop in tourism revenues in 2002 *
The Moroccan government predicts tourism revenues to reach two billion dollars over the course of 2002 compared with $2.7 billion in 2001, a $700 million drop, reported Al-Hayat.
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Nay-saying from Canadian aviation: Don't let that train leave the station *
Well, what should we expect them to say...? And how many times have Canadian taxpayers bailed out the Airline Industry?
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Near-record April Snowfall delivers epic Whistler Spring conditions *
Senior VP Operations "Eats His Words" Over Earlier Predictions -- season extended to June 5!
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New Offerings Excel at Venerable Chartwell *
Chartwell at Four Seasons Hotel Vancouver, a stalwart on the city's hotel dining scene, has seen many gifted chefs move through its kitchens. The hotel's current reigning talent, Executive Chef Fabrice Rossmann, skillfully walks the line between the haute couture of food fashion and guest preferences for signature dishes and tradition.
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New, long-haul connections added to summer schedule to Munich
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Not many tourists escape criticism -- even Canadians *
Most countries have had their tourists cast in unpleasant, often unfair stereotypes. Americans have been called loud and uncultured; Britain and Australia have been criticized for exporting lager louts; and Chinese are accused of being ill-mannered. Even Canadians have been cast as rude cheapskates.
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Oh, Canada! Canada's holiday hot spots revealed *
Celebrate Canada this July 1 in a different fashion -- travel Canada!
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Oliver, B.C., recognized *
Oliver, BC, is designated by the federal government as The Wine Capital of Canada.
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Pfister Hotel (Milwaukee, WI) *
The Indulgence Package has been designed for Friday or Saturday night
stays, perfect for this Valentine's Day...
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Preferred Hotels & Resorts' excellent Valentines packages *
This year for Valentine's Day, let someone else
worry about the planning. Let Preferred Hotels & Resorts Worldwide® -- a
prestigious brand of more than 116 distinctive, individually-owned and
managed luxury hotels and resorts -- pamper you with the
perfect package for your preferences...
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ROBERT SCOTT BAECHLER *
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Rocky Mountain Railtours ****
Luxury service combined with spectacular views of the Rocky Mountains,
award-winning wines of the Okanagan Valley and outstanding cuisine from
Canada's lushest regions.
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ROYAL SONESTA HOTEL OFFERS TASTE OF NEW ORLEANS *
A "Taste Of New Orleans" at the Royal Sonesta Hotel is a special package designed to give tourists a sampling of the highlights of New Orleans.
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Scott Baechler Takes Over As Top Toque at the Met *
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Seawall getting face-lift *
The Stanley Park seawall is slated for an upgrade along one of its most picturesque points, although the work will require closure of part of the walkway for more than two months.
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Shangri-La to open Exclusive Resort in the Maldives *
Opening in 2004, Shangri-La Maldives will be situated on Villingili, a
pristine island in Addu Atoll, at the southernmost tip of the Maldives.
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Sheraton Vancouver Wall Centre Hotel's Café One Goes all out for Breakfast ! *
Sheraton Vancouver Wall Centre Hotel: Café One, at the edge of the
spacious lobby in the hotel’s North Tower, now has a breakfast designed for
business -- with all of the food and fixings needed to make it a perfect
destination to meet, eat, and get things done in comfort...
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Singapore to blacklist unethical retailers *
The Singapore Tourism Board is threatening to blacklist retail outlets that overcharge or sell fake goods to tourists.
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So You Want to be a Travel Writer *****
"We are compiling a list of past attendees who are now published authors thanks to attending the Maui Writers Conference. Over 100 writers either made connections and found agents who helped them get a book deal after the event...or they secured book deals right at the conference. I know I did," says MWC Publicist Barbara Santos.
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Soaring travel overseas ends 3-year slump *
Demand for international air travel has soared in 2004, finally bringing to an end the three-year slump in overseas travel that followed the terrorist attacks of Sept. 11, 2001, new international statistics demonstrate.
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Sofitel City Getaways *
It’s hard to top Paris, New York, London, Berlin and Chicago when it comes to shopping for the holidays.
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SOUTH PACIFIC TOURISM UPDATE *
Community participation essential, eco-tourism conference told
Community participation is an essential part of the business of eco-tourism, delegates at the Asia Pacific Eco Tourism Conference in Nadi, Fiji, were told.
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THE PATA TRAVELLER'S CODE FOR SUSTAINABLE TOURISM *
The Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) Sustainable
Tourism Committee has released the PATA Traveller's
Code, a set of guidelines to help consumers travel in a
responsible and sustainable manner.
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The Seattle Super Saver Package *
The 2002-2003 program begins in October of 2002 offering the best rates you'll find anywhere for selected downtown hotels -- up to 50 per cent OFF!
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The Westin Sydney's Retail Therapy Package *
Madelyn Miller takes us to the heart of luxury, down under (down "over" too -- comforters, that is)...
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Theatre weekends in Vancouver *
The Westin
Grand, Vancouver has three exciting Theatre Weekend Packages for Springtime
getaways that will have you feeling like Broadway...
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Three Quick Washington Facts *
A little trivia to brighten your day...
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Tips for getaways on the waves *
This week's tips and news
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Toronto's PR is tops. . . *
. . .at hyping Toronto (or as we like to call it, "Tee-Zero"). And a propos of looking at the city "from the outside in" (as they claim to have done) we wonder if they talked to anyone who DOESN'T live in Toronto to determine why they hate it so much! (Just asking.)
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Tourism economy feels pinch as trips cancelled *
Hollywood star Catherine O'Hara decided to take a pass. And so did the thousands of cancer researchers who decided against coming to Toronto for their annual convention.
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Train companies' movie scenes lure for passengers *
Train companies are turning to the movies to lure more
people back to the railways. The companies have launched a new website offering film fans the chance to visit famous movie locations by train.
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Travel Bargains -- Kids fly free to Toronto *
Vancouver-based HMY Airways is launching daily Vancouver-Toronto service on June 16 and is offering a Kids Fly For Free promotion to mark the occasion.
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Tunisia's tourism takes the blow of mystery blast *
A powerful explosion at an ancient synagogue on
Tunisia's Djerba Island might have targeted the small
Jewish community, but its repercussions will be felt
much deeper in Tunisian society.
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UK insurance claims for lost luggage rise by 40 per cent *
British travel insurance claims for lost luggage have risen 40 per cent this year, as British Airways, the UK’s largest international carrier, has faced a baggage crisis.
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Update: Visa requirement cancelled for Malaysia *
Travel warning for Canadians...
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Vancouver Marathon: Getting a run for your money *
A gorgeous setting coupled with a solid tourism infrastructure has made Vancouver an ideal host for an event like the Vancouver International Marathon, a four-day festival that takes place for the 35th year from May 4 to 7, with the run itself (half-marathon and full) occurring on Sunday the 7th.
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Victoria Festival of Wine, Music & Food set for 2003 *
The Victoria Festival of Wine, Music & Food is confirmed
for February 20 to 23, 2003. Tickets now on sale.
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Washington State Holiday Getaways *
Vancouver, BC, Canada: Anyone still looking for a getaway this holiday season would do well to look south of the border. Attractive accommodation packages and festive events make Washington State a viable holiday destination for families.
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Washington State: Travel Notes from South of the Border *
Live web cams of border crossings in BC, and Washington State travel news...
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What is MMHI? *
The MMHI is the largest independent, in-depth industry-wide measure of hotel
performance based on guest evaluations. Data for the MMHI is gathered
through more than 30,000 interviews with members of the National Consumer
Opinion Panel (NCOP).
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What it means to end the Air Canada law *
Surely it's time to stop treating Air Canada as if it were still a ward of the government and to level the playing field for all airlines operating in this country.
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Willows Lodge receives top Honours as Preferred Hotels® & Resorts "Hotel of the Year" *
Preferred Hotels® & Resorts Worldwide, a global brand of 115 of the world's finest independent luxury properties, honored Willows Lodge with its highest award as Hotel/Resort of the Year.
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Winter White (and Red) Sale at the Yarrow Bay Grill and the Beach Café *
In something akin to the Nordstrom "Half Yearly
Sale," sister restaurants the Yarrow Bay Grill and the Beach Café, located at
Carillon Point, are having a "20 per cent off select wines" sale.
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Worldspan Offers Electronic Ticketing in Brazil *
Worldspan today announced that it is offering
electronic ticketing functionality for flights booked in
Brazil on American Airlines, Continental Airlines, Lufthansa and United Airlines. Worldspan travel agencies throughout Brazil may now provide this convenient ticketing option to travelers flying American, Continental, Lufthansa and United to destinations worldwide.
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Zoom launches new routes *
Zoom Airlines announced the introduction of scheduled transatlantic service from Vancouver to Belfast, Northern Ireland to Cardiff, Wales.
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Zoom Your Way to France (revised) *
France is a destination for history, arts, culture, entertainment, gastronomy, shopping and sports. Agnes Chung tells us how to find it all.
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Up to 40 per cent Savings With Shangri-La's Rate Break *
Shangri-La Hotels and Resorts is offering savings of up to 40 per cent and complimentary breakfast as part of its superb value-for-money Rate Break promotion.
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* EAT! Vancouver - World Village Pavilion *
Culinary Tourism is the new wave -- food AND travel -- what could be a better combination?
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2002 AGGRESSIVE DRIVING STUDY *
Are you guilty of "aggressive driving"? This just-released survey may help you to live through the upcoming summer road season!
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2002 BC Study Results Fact Sheet *
Here is a summary of the stats on British Columbia's share of Canada's aggressive drivers...
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3rd Annual Jasper Festival of Music & Wine *
This spring, Jasper sets the stage for an enchanting
melding of art and culture amidst a pristine Rocky Mountain setting during
the Third Annual Jasper Festival of Music and Wine, May 2 to 4, 2003.
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A Fauchon Christmas *
'Tis two months before Christmas and all through Fauchon, you'll find
scrumptious delights for merry mornings and nights!
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Art and Culture of India -- more than meets the eye *
India's diversity of religions, languages, and cultures is unparalleled. This complex nation's intricate ethnic mosaic is reflected nowhere as dramatically as in its art, architecture, music, and dance.
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Bali: Resurrecting paradise *
On the eve of the Bali bombing's first anniversary, JOHN WEICH examines the security and marketing measures being taken to lure visitors back to this idyllic island.
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BC Optometrists offer eye care travel tips to maximize sight-seeing *
Breaking your glasses or losing a
contact lens is annoying at the best of times. But if it happens
while you're on vacation, the consequences can be devastating.
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British sanity reigns in hot debate on euro *
Englishmen -- like mad dogs, as Noel Coward put it -- may go out in the midday sun, but the experience clearly hasn't fried their brains.
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By the look of things, this land isn't my land *
Last month, I received with my daily newspaper the premiere issue of the Canadian Tourism Commission's Canadian travel magazine, PureCanada -- 160 pages of bright, glossy features, photographs and maps designed to encourage Canadians to be tourists within our own borders.
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Check out OPUS Hotel online and Check In for FREE ****
Vancouver's newest luxury boutique hotel offers web-savvy guests a chance to win...
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Chemin de fer -- a toute vitesse *
New European train service promises to be a boon for business and leisure travellers alike.
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China revives Bethune's spirit in SARS fight *
Canadian doctor's legend used to laud modern 'white-coated warriors' battling the deadly epidemic, writes GEOFFREY YORK
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Cruises Inc. Introduces New Logo *
Cruises Inc., a long time leader in the cruise-only retail distribution segment will introduce a new logo in early May.
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Da Vinci fad decodes travel profits *
The success of the best-selling thriller The Da Vinci Code has inspired people to travel to Europe to see the artwork and architecture that the characters see in the novel.
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Dine Around Seattle -- 25 for $25 *
Seattle Area's Top Restaurants Offer Incredible Dining Opportunity in November During Bi-Annual Promotion...
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Eurostar announces new arrival point in London *
St. Pancras International to be its new station in the heart of London.
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Fear factor: So just how big a risk is SARS? *
Severe acute respiratory syndrome is an international bug of mystery. By hitching a ride with travellers, it has caused thousands of cases around the world -- so many, in fact, that it has been dubbed the most significant outbreak ever spread through air travel.
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Hunt for Billy the Kid continues *
The state of New Mexico is lending its 21st-century crime-fighting resources to determine once and for all whether Wild West outlaw Billy the Kid was killed by Sheriff Pat Garrett in 1881 or lived to a ripe old age in Texas.
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Iraq Museums: A litany of destruction *
It's hard to know which treasures were stolen" from the National Museum of Iraq, which was looted late last week, says Gil Stein, director of the University of Chicago's Oriental Institute. "It's urgent that we put together an inventory, clean up the museum, find out what was taken and what was just smashed. We estimate that between 50,000 and 170,000 artifacts are missing.
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LANCHILE LAUNCHES LANCHILE VACATIONS *
LanChile Vacations is not just another tour package product, but a unique concept based on tailor-made vacation experiences, where the tour operator works with each person to create his or her own unique and unforgettable travel experience.
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Madelyn Miller *
Madelyn Miller is the Executive Editor of travellady.com, a travel feature site that currently receives more than 80,000 hits daily.
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Oh! Opus Opens *
Unique among all other hotel properties in Vancouver, OPUS Hotel dazzled its initial guests on Monday, September 16th with a rare combination of high fashion and sophisticated luxury.
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Paris Plages 2006 -- Life is a Beach on the Seine *
The man-made beaches along the Seine River in Paris will take place again this year from July 20 through August 20, 2006.
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Passengers paying for everything in flight *
With the price of aviation jet fuel rocketing skyward, airlines are clawing back all the in-flight goodies we've come to expect. They still lose our luggage, though!
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Piccolo Mondo Takes a Journey *
Piccolo Mondo Ristorante closes for one week while the owners are taking a special wine-buying trip to Italy.
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Relax -- Get Rooms at CAD-Par and a Free Ride *
Until the end of May, 2003 Snohomish County, Washington hotels are offering hotel rooms at par as a way to stretch Canadian dollars.
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Santa Fe Museum Hill is Tops...and now it is easy to get to *
Santa Fe is known as a city of quality museums; with 10 major museums in town it is a well-deserved reputation. Now the Museum of New Mexico (MNM) and the City of Santa Fe bus system, Santa Fe Trails, have collaborated to provide not only simple direct access to some of Santa Fe's most popular museums but have thrown in a free day as well
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SARS: $1 flights to Toronto quickly sell out *
SARS-weary Torontonians flocked downtown last night lured by special deals offered to kick-start the city's faltering economy.
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Seattle's Best Coffee® Café Opens at Bentall 5 in Vancouver *
Snowbean Coffee Companyopens the largest North American edition of Seattle's Best Coffee® (SBC) in Canada, as a retail café in downtown Vancouver, BC.
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Shangri-La enters the Australian Hotel Market *
Shangri-La Hotels and Resorts announces its first hotel in Australia.
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Shining a light on heritage *
East Coast groups are scrambling to save prized lighthouses from rot and ruin, with help from a New York fund.
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Six Continents Hotels to manage three hotels in Alexandria *
Six Continents Hotels signed an agreement to manage three hotel properties in Alexandria, Egypt, two of which now join the Inter-Continental chain while the third becomes a Holiday Inn Resort.
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Spread the word: Fear and coughing in Hong Kong *
Canadian novelist CHARLES FORAN has been a Hong Kong resident for two years. He returned there from a trip this week to a panicked place of closed schools, food hoarding and Hello Kitty medical masks. 'Hong Kongers,' a neighbour sighs, 'they go crazy sometimes'
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St. Croix Landmarks Society Hosts 19th Annual Antique Auction *
The yearly St. Croix Landmarks Society Antique Auction has developed a reputation as one of the best marketplaces for antique West Indian furniture in the world.
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Stones benefit gathers steam -- but slowly *
Organizers who are trying to bring the Rolling Stones to Toronto to help remove the stain of SARS from the city's image say they need to raise $2-million in private sponsorship over the weekend for the concert to go ahead.
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The Art and Soul of Santa Fe **** 1/2
Is your secret fantasy to be a Santa Fe artist? Now you can get a little closer to making that a reality.
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Thrill seekers pack last run of Concorde *
Passengers wined and dined in style on supersonic jet's journey into history.
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To Beach...or not to Beach? *
According to a blog account attached to Paris Monde (I've translated rather freely), the notion of a beach along the river Seine is not necessarily the most popular idea with local residents.
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Ultimate Chardonnay *
The world's most discerning collectors will have a chance to compete with the finest commercial wineries this year in the "Chardonnay of the Century"-Million Dollar Challenge for a $1 million cash purse, open to both wineries & private wine collectors.
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Vistas Revolving Restaurant & Bar Valentine's Packages *
Vistas Revolving Restaurant & Bar -- atop the Renaissance Vancouver Hotel Harbourside
-- this year features...
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Westin Grand Valentine’s Day Training for Men *
Sorry, finished for this year!
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WHO holds off on new travel advisory *
Ontario health officials expressed relief Tuesday that the World Health Organization is not issuing another SARS-related travel advisory for Toronto "at this time."
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Worldwide-Travel-News.com: self-service promo sign-up *
Do you have a travel newsletter to promote? Here's just the way (cost-efficient, too).
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