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News and Deals: May 21, 2012 – Gulf countries issue Lebanon travel warning, Tourism at a low – Greece wishes you were there, Frequent fliers find seats more often on budget airlines study says and Deadly northern Italy earthquake hits heritage sites
Posted on May 21, 2012 | No CommentsGulf countries issue Lebanon travel warning UPI Three Persian Gulf countries, the United Arab Emirates, Qatar and Bahrain issued restrictions on travel to Lebanon following further unrest there. All three foreign ministries said Lebanon had become unsafe for their nationals as the Syrian conflict continues... -
LandLopers Picks of the Week
Posted on May 18, 2012 | 12 Comments1. Suzy Guese New Orleans is a great city for its spirit and sights, but the food and drink are the real stars of the travel show. When I was in grad school I spent a week eating (and drinking) my way through the Cajun... -
News and Deals: May 18, 2012 – Abu Dhabi Tourism forays into United States, Airlines make less on checked bags last year, Hawaii will be first state to ban plastic bags and Delta Airlines offers Rangers fans 17-minute flight to New Jersey
Posted on May 18, 2012 | No CommentsAbu Dhabi Tourism forays into United States Khaleej Times In a bid to attract tourists from the United States, the Abu Dhabi Tourism and Culture Authority opened a dedicated promotion office in New York City. The office, which is staffed by a team of four... -
News and Deals: May 17, 2012 – World’s top 15 travel destinations, Delta overcharges some fliers because of computer glitch, Tourism groups vow to fight 17pc hike in Aussie departure tax and Virgin Atlantic’s withdrawal adds to Kenya’s tourism woes
Posted on May 17, 2012 | No CommentsWorld’s top 15 travel destinations CBS New Life in the U.S. in the debris of the Great Recession is slowly beginning to improve. Consumer confidence, while still sensitive to trouble signs (Greece, anyone?), is creeping up. One sure sign: More American are taking vacations. According... -
News and Deals: May 16, 2012 – More Americans plan on summer travel, European travel groups prepare for Greek euro exit, Paramount Pictures plans movie-themed hotels and resorts and Airline OKs cell phones while flying
Posted on May 16, 2012 | 1 CommentMore Americans plan on summer travel MiamiHerald.com Americans plan to travel in slightly higher numbers this summer, according to surveys, starting with the upcoming Memorial Day weekend. But many will hold the line on spending for items such as hotel stays and entertainment because of... -
News and Deals: May 15, 2012 – Allegiant Air adds five new Hawaii routes, Tranz Alpine Tourist train numbers could take years to recover, Underwater Hotel to be Dubai’s Latest Extravagance and Alaska Airlines Wins Approval for Portland, Ore.-Washington, D.C.
Posted on May 15, 2012 | No CommentsAllegiant Air adds five new Hawaii routes USA Today Allegiant Air is rapidly expanding its presence in Hawaii, announcing this morning that it will add five new routes to the state this fall. To Honolulu International, Allegiant will add nonstop service from four cities. They... -
News and Deals: May 14, 2012 – South Africa Pushes For Sustainable Tourism, American Airlines Agrees To Consider Merger Options, Family Guy tours take in show’s real-life sights in Rhode Island and InterContinental Hotels Group Announces Vacation Pay Promotion
Posted on May 14, 2012 | No CommentsSouth Africa Pushes For Sustainable Tourism Bernama South Africa needs to decide now where it wants to be in 2020 in terms of sustainable tourism, says Tourism Minister Marthinus van Schalkwyk. Speaking at the opening of the annual Tourism Indaba (gathering) here over the weekend,... -
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Posted on May 11, 2012 | 2 Comments1. Otts World I find Sherry fascinating for a lot of different reasons; her adventures though never fail to enthrall me. This year is no different as I’ve been following her arduous hike on the Camino de Santiago, an ancient pilgrimage trail across Spain. I’m... -
News and Deals: May 11, 2012 – 18-month-old baby pulled from flight, parents interviewed by TSA, In-flight VoIP call gets Delta Air Lines passenger escorted off plane, Brazil police detain American tourist who tried to leave without paying hotel bill and More Americans traveling abroad this year
Posted on May 11, 2012 | No Comments18-month-old baby pulled from flight, parents interviewed by TSA Yahoo The parents of an 18-month-old girl say they were “humiliated” after being pulled off a plane and told their young child had been placed on a no-fly list. After boarding a JetBlue flight in Ft.... -
News and Deals: May 10, 2012 – Summer travel outlook: Packed flights, German tourist attacked by shark off Vero Beach, Some American Airlines jets will get lie-flat seats and No limits for world’s oldest backpacker
Posted on May 10, 2012 | No CommentsSummer travel outlook: Packed flights AZ Central.com Travelers flying this summer should expect a repeat of last year: full flights, especially on international trips. But travel volume in the June-August peak season still will fall below the record set in 2007, before the financial crisis... -
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Posted on May 9, 2012 | 7 CommentsI usually relegate these announcements to my newsletter, which I will in this case as well, but I thought I’d write up a brief post letting you all know what I’ve been up to and what’s on the horizon. 2012 has been a busy year... -
News and Deals: May 9, 2012 – InterContinental Hotels looks for Olympics boost, United Airlines lifts ban on nine dog breeds, Opening of new Berlin airport is delayed and CIA Prevents Al-Qaida Suicide Plane Attack
Posted on May 9, 2012 | No CommentsInterContinental Hotels looks for Olympics boost Reuters InterContinental (IHG.L), the world’s biggest hotelier, is looking for a further boost from London’s Olympic Games this summer, it said on Wednesday, after reporting a 5 percent rise in first-quarter profits thanks to strong growth in China and... -
News and Deals: May 8, 2012 – Olympics bring bumper year to London’s hotels but nightmare to consumers, Osprey nest could affect Maine cruise calls, Christchurch still a tourism hot spot and International tourism receipts hits new record
Posted on May 8, 2012 | 1 CommentOlympics bring bumper year to London’s hotels but nightmare to consumers Washington Post It’s months before athletes hit the Olympic track, but time is running out for those in another fierce competition: The scramble for a place to stay in London. Some innkeepers will be... -
News and Deals: May 7, 2012 – How Europe’s Elections Will Heat Up the Debt Crisis, Israel’s president balks at El Al fee flies Air Canada, The frequent fliers who flew too much and Caribbean Luxury Off-Season Deals
Posted on May 7, 2012 | No CommentsHow Europe’s Elections Will Heat Up the Debt Crisis TIME There have been many flaws in Europe’s strategy to resolve its ongoing debt crisis: The unreasonable obsession with austerity. The persistent reluctance to commit sufficient financial resources. The stubborn rejection of important tools like eurobonds.... -
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Posted on May 4, 2012 | 4 Comments1. Roy Marvelous I was first attracted to this post because I thought it sounded interesting, but that’s not why I love it. I love this post for the incredible sense of humor evidenced in every line. Is it informative? Yes, no question. But it’s... -
News and Deals: May 4, 2012 – National Mall getting a $700 million redesign, Dubai deal on underwater hotels and floating cities, American Airlines unions ask board to consider merger now and Tourists on a bender fined for stealing a penguin
Posted on May 4, 2012 | No CommentsNational Mall getting a $700 million redesign USA Today The National Mall, which stretches from the Lincoln Memorial to the U.S. Capitol Building, will be transformed from a swath of trampled grass to a grand urban park with spectacular gardens, a skating rink and a... -
News and Deals: May 3, 2012 – Cuba to let its people leave the country?, Philippines’ tourism campaign hopes for boost from social media, Tourism chiefs fear ‘Kiwi Jersey Shore’ and Spirit Airlines raising carry-on bag fee to $100
Posted on May 3, 2012 | No CommentsCuba to let its people leave the country? msnbc.com After controlling the comings and goings of its people for five decades, communist Cuba appears on the verge of a momentous decision to lift many travel restrictions. One senior official says a “radical and profound” change... -
News and Deals: May 2, 2012 – Caribbean to get first JW Marriott location in 2014, America launches its first ever tourism campaign, London named ‘best place in world’ by and Ritz-Carlton debuts mobile app packed with…
Posted on May 2, 2012 | No CommentsCaribbean to get first JW Marriott location in 2014 USA Today A high-end JW Marriott hotel is slated to open in 2014 in Santo Domingo, the capital of the Dominican Republic. The 131-room hotel is located in the city’s Paintini district, according to Marriott. It... -
News and Deals: May 1, 2012 – Dutch roll out ‘cannabis card’ to stop pot tourists, London 2012 Businesses Promise Not to Gouge Tourists During Olympics, Unionists pan ‘leprechauns and donkeys’ all-Ireland tourism drive and Airlines ready to pay to end Heathrow delays
Posted on May 1, 2012 | No CommentsDutch roll out ‘cannabis card’ to stop pot tourists AFP Keen to stub out an era of dope tourism, the Netherlands on Tuesday starts restricting cannabis sales in the country’s south to residents only, despite opposition from pro-pot lobby groups. Famous for decades for its... -
News and Deals: April 30, 2012 – Starwood Hotels Plans Return to Iraq 20 Years After Gulf War, Egypt expects tourism to rebound this year to pre-revolution levels, New hotels arise amid ruins in Haitian capital and US Airways-American Airlines merger would save 3500 jobs
Posted on April 30, 2012 | 1 CommentStarwood Hotels Plans Return to Iraq 20 Years After Gulf War Bloomberg Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide Inc. (HOT), owner of the luxury St. Regis and W brands, plans to re- enter the Iraqi market, almost 20 years after exiting as a result of the... -
LandLopers Picks of the Week
Posted on April 27, 2012 | 3 CommentsI’ve been traveling this week and frankly haven’t had as much time to browse through my favorite travel blogs I’m sad to say. So instead I want to highlight some favorites. I hope you’ll check them out and maybe you’ll even find a new favorite... -
News and Deals: April 27, 2012 – Free travel if you’re sexy and you know it, Global hotel brands eye Malaysia, Turkey, Nigeria for growth, France threatens to pull out of Europe’s borderless travel zone and Tourists return to Tunisia after year of turmoil
Posted on April 27, 2012 | No CommentsFree travel if you’re sexy and you know it WNEM Saginaw Ladies, if you like to travel and you’re looking for a sugar daddy, forget dating websites like eHarmony.com or Match.com. Get your travel on – for free – while dating the rich and powerful.... -
News and Deals: April 26, 2012 – Trump’s Spat Over Scottish Wind Turbines Escalates, How to lose tourists in one simple step, What does a US Airways-American Airlines merger do for passengers? and War zone or tourist trap – Mulling the Korean DMZ
Posted on April 26, 2012 | No CommentsTrump’s Spat With Salmond Over Scottish Wind Turbines Escalates Bloomberg Donald Trump hailed Alex Salmond as an “amazing man” for championing the financial benefits of his golf resort in northeast Scotland. Now the two are at loggerheads over the linchpin of the Scottish leader’s economic... -
News and Deals: April 25, 2012 – ‘Dark tourism’ study centre launched by university, China Planning Tourism Package in Disputed Islands, Purse-snatching baboons harass tourists at Yankari Reserve and With environmental spotlight on Greenland more tourists want closer look
Posted on April 25, 2012 | No Comments‘Dark tourism’ study centre launched by university BBC News “Dark tourism” – where visitors travel to sites of death, brutality and terror – is to be the subject of a dedicated centre for academic research at the University of Central Lancashire. The Institute for Dark... -
News and Deals: April 24, 2012 – U.S. Travel Industry Taps Rosanne Cash to Lure Visitors, Travel Channel announces new program slate, Have a hotel suite named after you – after your 250th stay and ‘Borat’ boosted tourism to Kazakhstan, official says
Posted on April 24, 2012 | No CommentsU.S. Travel Industry Taps Rosanne Cash to Lure Visitors Bloomberg The U.S. travel industry is kicking off a first-ever, $12.3 million marketing campaign, featuring an original song by country-music star Rosanne Cash. Television, Internet and billboard ads will begin rolling out in the U.K., Canada... -
News and Deals: April 23, 2012 – More than 100 injured as trains collide in Amsterdam, Are travel agents back?, Tourism industry to help push Malaysia forward and US Airways takes a step toward merging with American Airlines
Posted on April 22, 2012 | No CommentsAmsterdam train crash claims victim NEWS.com.au AN ELDERLY woman died overnight following a head-on train crash near Amsterdam, which injured 117 people. “Earlier today a 68-year-old woman from the eastern Netherlands died as a result of her injuries,” said a statement issued by the city... -
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Posted on April 21, 2012 | 5 Comments1. Art of Backpacking While not everyone may find this post immediately useful, I love it for a couple of reasons. First, the advice can be extrapolated to many other situations and cities. Second, it’s a really interesting perspective of real-life expats. Enjoy this read... -
News and Deals: April 20, 2012 – Tourism sector eyes travelers from emerging nations, Tunisia sees tourists return after revolt, Tourists flock to Smurf village and American Airlines Unions Support US Airways Merger
Posted on April 20, 2012 | No CommentsTourism sector eyes travelers from emerging nations New York Daily New The global tourism industry, hit by natural disasters and economic turmoil, is eyeing potential travellers from emerging nations in hope that their growing middle and upper classes could spur growth. Delegates converged on disaster-struck... -
News and Deals: April 19, 2012 – Olympics travel chaos warning Government failing to prepare, Robot prostitutes ‘the future of sex tourism’ , Dutch marijuana businesses fight government plan to block tourists and United, American match Delta fare hike
Posted on April 19, 2012 | 2 CommentsOlympics travel chaos warning Government failing to prepare Mirror.co.uk OLYMPIC travel chaos will deliver a financial hammer blow to London, business leaders claimed yesterday. Blaming the Government for failing to properly prepare companies for the disruption, a report claims that as staff face longer commutes... -
News and Deals: April 18, 2012 -TSA Rolls Out New Technology for Verifying Travel Documents, New apps help Yellowstone visitors find wildlife but raise concerns, Why we still pay for hotel internet and JetBlue and Japan Airlines reach codeshare deal
Posted on April 18, 2012 | No CommentsTSA Rolls Out New Technology for Verifying Travel Documents ABC News The Transportation Security Administration has begun a test program to electronically verify travel documents at security checkpoints. The roll out began last week at Washington Dulles International Airport. Travelers have become used to having their... -
News and Deals: April 17, 2012 – Mediterranean states mull ways to draw tourists back, Algeria to develop tourism to diversify economy-minister, Tourist gets a painful souvenir as angry bird picks fight and Paris: Details about iconic Ritz’s makeover
Posted on April 17, 2012 | No CommentsMediterranean states mull ways to draw tourists back AFP Tourism officials met Monday on the Tunisian island of Djerba — a holidaymaker’s magnet before the Arab Spring uprisings — to revive the Mediterranean basin as the world’s top travel destination. “Besides the economic crisis in... -
News and Deals: April 16, 2012 – Business travelers are doing more on fewer trips, Drought & falling tourism threaten Morocco economy, Canadian-based Porter Airlines celebrates inaugural service and Tourism bonanza over Songkran
Posted on April 16, 2012 | No CommentsBusiness travelers are doing more on fewer trips, study says Los Angeles Times Although many signs point to a strengthening U.S. economy, the overwhelming sentiment in the business travel world remains doing more with less. That attitude came across in a recent study that found... -
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Posted on April 13, 2012 | 4 Comments1. A Dangerous Business Iceland is an incredibly beautiful country and it’s hard not to find something at which to marvel. This post highlights the photogenic nature of the island country and if you haven’t been, you’ll want to after seeing these amazing photos. The... -
News and Deals: April 13, 2012 – American Airlines Sues Over Parody Videos, Spring is high season for travel scams, Islamists’ takeover takes Timbuktu off tourist maps and IHG launches $50-back promo for summer
Posted on April 13, 2012 | No CommentsAmerican Airlines Sues Over Parody Videos KSEE American Airlines filed a lawsuit Tuesday against a flight attendant who was fired last month after making parody videos that poked fun at airline management. The suit accuses Gailen David of publishing personal flight information for airline executives... -
News and Deals: April 12, 2012 – Thai Tourism sector braces for fallout, Future of Mali tourist attraction uncertain, Airlines are protesting passenger taxes. What about their own fees? and Destination Hotels Up to 50% off summer rates
Posted on April 12, 2012 | No CommentsThai Tourism sector braces for fallout Bangkok Post Yesterday’s tsunami scare could have a short-term negative impact on the tourism sector, business leaders say. Hotels, tour agencies, restaurants and airlines in Phuket and five other southern coastal provinces scrambled to execute evacuation and contingency plans... -
News and Deals: April 11, 2012 – Huge quake strikes off Indonesia tsunami warning issued, Mexican tourist town says new swingers resort could hurt tourism, Korean Airlines jetliner lands after bomb threat and Fares dropping for Europe cruises
Posted on April 11, 2012 | No CommentsHuge quake strikes off Indonesia tsunami warning issued Reuters An 8.7 magnitude earthquake struck off the coast of Indonesia on Wednesday, sending residents around the region dashing out of their homes and offices in fear. The Pacific Tsunami Warning Center said a tsunami watch was... -
News and Deals: April 10, 2012 – Peace Corps leaves Mali, new US travel warning issued, Burmese Are Wary of Tourism’s Dark Side, Airlines Make Plans To Avoid NK Rocket and Should Airlines Charge Parents with Small Children More to Fly?
Posted on April 10, 2012 | 2 CommentsPeace Corps leaves Mali, new US travel warning issued Chicago Tribune Peace Corps volunteers have been evacuated from Mali and non-essential U.S. diplomatic personnel have been offered flights out due to ongoing political instability following a military coup in March, the State Department said on... -
News and Deals: April 9, 2012 – Forget Travel if You Owe the IRS, French tourists killed in fire at illegal Bangkok hostel, Kentucky horse tracks face tough times and Hotel guests prefer free Wi-Fi to other amenities
Posted on April 9, 2012 | 3 CommentsForget Travel if You Owe the IRS Forbes If he were in charge of travel, the Soup Nazi might say, “No Passport for you!” In real life, travel may seem unrelated to taxes, except perhaps for those annoying airport taxes on international destinations. But a bigger... -
LandLopers Picks of the Week
Posted on April 6, 2012 | 4 Comments1. Uncornered Market Lots of travel terms get bandied about without a lot of thought about what they actually mean; especially the term sustainable. Sustainable travel is about a lot more than just being green or eco-friendly, it’s a holistic approach to travel and living... -
News and Deals: April 6, 2012 – Strip-search lawsuit exposes paradox of cruise ship passenger rights, China Plans Tourist Visits to Disputed Islands, Smaller airlines starting to charge carry-on fees and TSA agent arrested for dousing pilot with hot coffee
Posted on April 6, 2012 | No CommentsStrip-search lawsuit exposes paradox of cruise ship passenger rights msnbc.com A teenage girl is suing Carnival Cruise Lines and three of its employees, claiming she was interrogated, strip-searched and forced to urinate under the employees’ observation during a cruise last year. The alleged incident is... -
News and Deals: April 5, 2012 – British tourists pester UK diplomats overseas for help finding restaurants & romance, Rocket hits Israeli tourist town Eilat, US Warns Its Citizens Of Risks Of Travel To Kenya and Holland Targets Its Drugs-and-Death Tourism
Posted on April 5, 2012 | No CommentsBritish tourists pester UK diplomats overseas for help finding restaurants,romance Washington Post Troublesome tourists bombard British embassies with bizarre requests for help — seeking assistance booking restaurants, finding directions or making romantic advances toward locals, Foreign Secretary William Hague said Wednesday. Announcing plans to bolster... -
News and Deals: April 4, 2012 – American Airlines cancels Dallas flights due to storms, Cancun Still Top Spring Break Travel Choice, Cambodia Bets Casinos Can Boost Tourism and Allegiant Airlines to Charge for Carry-Ons
Posted on April 4, 2012 | No CommentsAmerican Airlines cancels Dallas flights due to storms Reuters American Airlines canceled more than 400 flights in and out of Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport on Tuesday after several tornadoes ripped through the surrounding area. The carrier said it was canceling 230 outbound flights and a... -
News and Deals: April 3, 2012 – Japan’s Strongest Storm Since 1959 Forecast to Slam Tokyo, Crocodile attacks woman swimming off luxury tourist boat, Frontier Airlines to discontinue complimentary chocolate chip cookies and Mexico wants American tourists to ‘Remember Acapulco’
Posted on April 3, 2012 | No CommentsJapan’s Strongest Storm Since 1959 Forecast to Slam Tokyo BusinessWeek Japanese airlines canceled hundreds of flights, some train services were halted and thousands of workers went home early as some of the strongest winds in more than 50 years hit Tokyo today. The weather agency... -
News and Deals: April 2, 2012 – Steps urged to ease tourists’ fears after Thai bombings, Tourists flee in frantic scenes as devastating floods hit Fiji, Money talks in search for London Olympic hotels and North Korea ‘welcomes’ foreign tourists
Posted on April 2, 2012 | No CommentsSteps urged to ease tourists’ fears after Thai bombings AsiaOne Car bomb attacks in Yala and Hat Yai district in Songkhla have badly affected tourism and local businesses, and a quick recovery is important in salvaging plunging visitor confidence in Thailand, hoteliers and business operators... -
LandLopers Picks of the Week
Posted on March 30, 2012 | 4 Comments1. Otts World Prepare yourself for a little heart-string tugging when you read this post. Sherry shares with us her first day traveling with one of her nieces, and what it’s like experiencing a destination again for the first time through the eyes of someone... -
News and Deals: March 30, 2012 – Doctors to AA: Pay $10, sit next to a vegan, Orangutans stressed by eco-tourists, Hotel lobbies go digital and Boeing 747-8 Intercontinental to debut on D.C. route
Posted on March 30, 2012 | No CommentsDoctors to AA: Pay $10, sit next to a vegan USA Today Want to avoid being squeezed on your next American Airlines trip? If dietitians at the non-profit Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine have their way, the bankrupt carrier could raise much-needed cash – and... -
News and Deals: March 29, 2012 – Brazil tourism cracks down on ‘sex destination’ promotion, Ibuprofen may help altitude illness, Souvenir lands tourist family in trouble and Travelers should brace for steeper airfares
Posted on March 29, 2012 | No CommentsBrazil tourism cracks down on ‘sex destination’ promotion Sydney Morning Herald Brazilian authorities have launched a campaign to clamp down on websites that improperly promote the biggest country in Latin America as a destination for sexual tourism. The tourism ministry said that it began monitoring... -
News and Deals: March 28, 2012 – Passengers Restrain Captain After Crisis on JetBlue Flight, Tourists returning to Tunisia, Are airlines withholding seats so you’ll pay a premium? and French tourism campaign uses photographs of South African beach
Posted on March 28, 2012 | No CommentsPassengers Restrain Captain After Crisis on JetBlue Flight New York Times The captain of a JetBlue flight from New York to Las Vegas suffered a bizarre midair breakdown on Tuesday morning, forcing passengers to restrain him as the plane made an emergency landing in Amarillo,... -
News and Deals: March 27, 2012 – Booming tourism puts heritage sites under threat in China, US town plans mock execution to attract tourists, How the Titanic became a tourist attraction and Singapore Airlines A380 turns back after engine problem
Posted on March 27, 2012 | No CommentsBooming tourism puts heritage sites under threat in China China Daily Booming tourism in the Tibet autonomous region is putting the preservation of its centuries-old heritage sites under unprecedented threat, according to experts. The local tourism administration is expecting a record 10 million visitors to... -
News and Deals: March 26, 2012 – Luxury hotel exec in Libya beaten by militia, Qantas in Hong Kong budget airline deal, Director James Cameron travels to the depths of the ocean and Luxury Hotels Lay Out Welcome Mats in India
Posted on March 26, 2012 | No CommentsLuxury hotel exec in Libya beaten by militia USA Today CNN on Sunday filed a disturbing report about a luxury hotel in Libya. A summary: CNN says that armed members of a Libyan militia burst into the luxury Rixos Hotel in the capital Tripoli and...
