Win a three-night stay at Alila Bangalore

Sun, 01/01/2012 - 07:01 — Anonymous Alila Bangalore has teamed up with
Business Traveller to offer readers the chance to win a three-night stay in
an Alila Studio room including breakfast, a 60-minute Spa Alila treatment and
dinner for two at the Tiffin Room restaurant Continues...

Sofitel launches flagship property in India

Thu, 12/29/2011 - 15:24 — Anonymous The Sofitel Mumbai BKC is the first of
three hotels planned for Mumbai Continues...

Guangzhou-Shenzhen high-speed rail service commences

Tue, 12/27/2011 - 15:19 — Anonymous Travel time between the two major
metropolises has been almost halved Continues...

Singapore Airlines makes capacity adjustments

Wed, 12/28/2011 - 12:29 — Anonymous The Singapore flag-carrier to introduce
increases (and reductions) to services for a six-month period in 2012
Continues...

How to Prevent Bedbugs While Traveling: In 3 Easy Steps

Tue, 12/27/2011 - 22:23 — Anonymous Don't let bedbugs keep you down
during your New Years' Travel.  Nothing will make you lose sleep faster
than wondering if the bed you are sleeping in is secretly harboring creepy
crawly blood-sucking bedbugs. Protect your peace of mind by being prepared,
taking the proper precautions, and using preventative measures to make sure
you don't inadvertently bring a few unwanted visitors back home with you.
Even though the bedbug infestation is widespread, you can travel safely by
following a few simple rules at each step of your trip. We put together this
helpful checklist so you can sleep tight without worrying if anything will
bite or go bump in the night.1. Before You LeavePreventative packing is the
first step toward a bed bug free trip.
* When selecting your suitcases, pick any that have a hard shell. Because
there are fewer places for bedbugs to hide, you are less likely to return
home with more than souvenirs if you can use this type of suitcase.
* Buy a box of large Ziploc bags from the grocery store and pack everything
in them, not just the items like shampoo that may leak.
* Pack a few essentials in the battle against bedbugs including a
flashlight, a roll of masking tape, and one plastic trash bag for each
piece of luggage you are bringing. Don't forget to count briefcases,
backpacks, laptop bags, and purses as luggage.
* Call your hotel or other accommodations and ask if they have had a problem
with bedbugs and what they do for detection and prevention. No need to
change your reservation if a hotel has had a previous problem, in some
respects, that may be the best place to stay since the hotel staff will be
hyper vigilant to prevent additional problems. You can also do a search
for the name of your hotel and bedbugs to see if there are any reports
about previous problems.

2. When You ArriveConduct a thorough inspection of your room to ensure it is
bedbug free. It is important to know what you are looking for in order to
conduct a thorough search. Adult bedbugs are about the size of an apple seed
and reddish-brown in color. Their flat bodies are easy to hide in cracks,
crevices, and fabric folds. In addition to live bedbugs, you want to watch
for signs that there were/are bedbugs in the room. Look for evidence of fecal
matter on the sheets and linens which will resemble black or brown pepper and
for empty body shells.
* Upon arriving in your hotel room, place all luggage in the bathtub or
shower and grab your flashlight.
* Start at the bed and use the flashlight to look at the headboard, behind
the headboard, under the bed, under the mattress, along the piping of the
mattress, and at the box spring.
* Check the linens for black or brown spots.
* Next check the bedside table including inside and underneath any drawers
and underneath the table itself.
* Check along the baseboards, in and under the dresser drawers, in the
closet, in the drapes, any upholstered fabric furnishings paying special
attention to crevices and folds, and behind mirrors and pictures.
* If you do not find any evidence of past or present bedbugs, you can rest
easy.
* If you do, alert the front desk and request a different room that is not
in any way adjacent to the first room. Make sure you search the new room
just as carefully.
* Once you have completed your search, move your luggage into the room and
place it on the luggage rack. The luggage rack and suitcase should be away
from the wall and any furniture.
* Your best defense is not to unpack your belongings but rather leave them
in your suitcase encased in their plastic bags until you need them. Use
the trash bags you brought from home to enclose each piece of luggage,
taping the bag closed whenever you are not accessing your belongings.
* Keep your shoes in the bathroom or inside one of the trash bags rather
than in the closet or under the bed.

3. When You Get HomeIn order to make sure you arrive without any stowaways
that can invade your home and cost serious money to eradicate, make sure your
prevention program doesn't stop at your front door.
* When you arrive home, unpack your bags in the garage or outside. Carefully
inspect your belongings as you unpack them for evidence of unwanted
guests.
* Wash all clothes on the hottest setting, even those that were not worn
during the trip. Dry everything on a high temperature setting for at least
30 minutes.
* Vacuum or steam-clean your suitcase inside and out before putting it away.
* If you have items that can't be washed, seal them in plastic bags and
set them outside in the sun for 10-14 days.

With proper preparation and the right precautions you can feel confident that
you have done all you can to ensure that you will sleep tight and not need to
worry about letting the bedbugs bite.Happy (almost) 2012!

FAA issues new rule on pilot fatigue

Sat, 12/24/2011 - 21:25 — Anonymous The new measure makes certain that
pilots will have longer opportunity to rest before flying Continues...

Tried and tested special: London hotels

Sat, 12/24/2011 - 07:01 — Anonymous Business Traveller checks into the St
Pancras Renaissance, 45 Park Lane, Eccleston Square, Radisson Edwardian
Mercer Street, St Ermin's and the Stafford Continues...

Last two winners

Fri, 12/23/2011 - 20:16 — Anonymous We've come to the end of our Travel
Bookers promotion and our last two winners are announced below. They have
both won R200 in Woolies gift card vouchers. Congratulations and enjoy
spending them now or wait for the post-Christmas sales that start next week.
Wanda Braack of G

Ampersand Hotel to reopen in South Kensington

Fri, 12/23/2011 - 17:21 — Anonymous The historic property is set to reopen
next year, and will feature 110 rooms, a patisserie, Bellini bar and a
"destination cocktail and dining experience" Continues...

Treasury to ban excessive card fees

Fri, 12/23/2011 - 18:15 — Anonymous Airlines will be among those affected
by new rules banning excessive debit and credit card charges, set to come
into force by the end of next year Continues...

AirAsia scraps counter check-in fee

Fri, 12/23/2011 - 07:30 — Anonymous Counter check-in fees will be waived
for all of the airline's international flights Continues...

Shangri-La to introduce second Traders Hotel in Hong Kong

Fri, 12/23/2011 - 16:30 — Anonymous Opening in 2015, this will be the
fourth property for Shangri-La in the SAR Continues...

IAG confirms Bmi purchase

Thu, 12/22/2011 - 16:26 — Anonymous The holding company for BA and Iberia
has agreed a £172.5 million deal to purchase Bmi from Lufthansa. The group
will gain up to 56 slots at Heathrow as a result of the deal, although there
will be "some job losses" Continues...

Aer Lingus to launch Cork-Brussels route

Wed, 12/21/2011 - 23:44 — Anonymous The Irish carrier will fly three times
per week between Cork and the capital of the European Union from next March
Continues...

EU upholds inclusion of aviation sector in ETS scheme

Wed, 12/21/2011 - 22:46 — Anonymous All airlines operating into or out of
EU airports from January 1 will be subject to the EU Emissions Trading
Scheme, following a ruling by the European Court of Justice Continues...

Will Air Asia X continue to serve Europe?

Wed, 12/21/2011 - 19:39 — Anonymous Malaysian media reports suggest the
budget airline may axe its services to Paris Orly and London Gatwick, because
of concerns over profitability and the imminent introduction of the EU"s
Emissions Trading Scheme Continues...

Turkish Airlines touches down at Gatwick

Wed, 12/21/2011 - 18:48 — Anonymous Turkish Airlines' inaugural flight from
Istanbul Ataturk touched down at Gatwick yesterday at an event attended by
two Manchester United legends Continues...

Emirates to launch A380 flights to Melbourne and Tokyo

Wed, 12/21/2011 - 17:09 — Anonymous The carrier will add the superjumbo to
its Dubai-Tokyo route from July 1, 2012, and to its non-stop Dubai-Melbourne
service from next October Continues...

JetBlue and Singapore Airlines sign interline agreement

Wed, 12/21/2011 - 13:49 — Anonymous Passengers of both carriers now have
more options for travel to Southeast Asian, European and American
destinations Continues...

ANA to fly Dreamliner to Seattle and San Jose

Wed, 12/21/2011 - 17:12 — Anonymous The Japanese carrier has announced
Seattle and San Jose will be the first two US destinations to be served by
its Boeing 787 Dreamliner Continues...

Second Courtyard for Algeria

Wed, 12/21/2011 - 15:00 — Anonymous Courtyard by Marriott Setif scheduled
to open around the same time of the previously announced Courtyard by
Marriott Algiers in 2014 Continues...

Hyatt Capital Gate Abu Dhabi opens

Wed, 12/21/2011 - 15:10 — Anonymous Distinctive slanting tower welcomes its
first guests today and Hyatt hopes some of its F&B concepts will reach new
heights Continues...

Ten Tips for Using Priceline for Car Rentals

Tue, 12/20/2011 - 22:30 — Anonymous You are in the midst of making all the
arrangements for your next great adventure and it's time to finalize your
transportation and arrange for a rental car. Although people have been using
Priceline's Name Your Own Price function for years to find great deals on
flights, many of us don't think to do the same for our car rental
reservations or don't feel confident that we can name our own price without
missing something and ending up with a non-refundable reservation that
isn't what we needed.Because the discounts Priceline offers through this
program can result in a significant cost savings, it is an excellent way to
get more for your travel budget. To help make sure you do, here are ten tips
for using Priceline for your next car rental.1. Priceline offers solid
discounts as part of their standard reservation process without the
restrictions and limitations associated with naming your own price. Start out
by checking Priceline's regular price and work out your optimal car rental
scenario including what locations you are willing to accept for
pick-up/drop-off, times, the number of days you need the car, and the type of
car you want. You might find a price that meets your budget without having to
worry about restrictions.2. Do your research. Make sure you understand what
the different categories of cars offer in terms of amenities and capacity,
both for passengers and luggage. Some brands "economy" category cars
don't have radios and the passenger seating availability in one company's
mid-size might be different than that of another company.3. Check the prices
offered at the national brands websites and other consolidated travel
websites like Travelocity. This will give you a good idea of the average
price for the exact rental you need, ensure you are comparing apples to
apples to apples, and help you pick the right bid amount when you are ready
to bid.4. While researching standard pricing, make sure you are accounting
for differences in weekend rates versus weekday rates versus full week rental
rates. Picking the right rental period may result in additional cost savings
and is a key piece of information you will need to name your own price.5. If
you are flying into a major airport, it may be worth it to check into the
rates available if you pick-up and drop-off at a city location rather than
the airport. Although you will have to arrange for transportation from the
airport to the pickup location and it may not be as convenient, it might save
you enough money to make the extra hassle and the cost of a cab more than
worthwhile.6. As you get ready to make your bid, write out all the details of
what you need to ensure you are getting the exact reservation your vacation
plans require. Remember that Priceline's name your own price program has
severe restrictions around changes, cancellations, and refunds. Taking a
minute to plan out your bid before you commit to anything will help ensure
you don't inadvertently pick the wrong vehicle type or arrival date and end
up paying more than you bargained for.7. Set your initial bid for 20-30%
lower than the best price you found during your standard rate research. You
can also check on Priceline to see the most recent winning bids for
reservations similar to the ones you are trying to make. Use this information
to validate your bid price and adjust up or down if needed.8. The cost of
taxes and fees will be shown as part of your total bid before you finalize
and lock yourself into purchasing. Make sure you review this confirmation
carefully and understand the full cost you will incur if your bid is
accepted.9. In order to get the most benefit out of the discounts Priceline
can offer on car rentals while also averting any unintended costs or
consequences, it is important to remember that the discounts are available
because of the strict rules Priceline imposes on name your own price
reservations. According to Priceline policies, once the name your own price
bid is accepted, you cannot change the reservation in any way, you cannot
extend the reservation at the same discounted price, and you will not get any
refund for cancellations or if you return the car early.10. Lastly, be sure
to read Priceline's policy on delayed/cancelled/rescheduled flights so you
know what you need to do in the event you find yourself in one of these
situations. If your flight is delayed or cancelled and then rescheduled, your
reservations will be held for 24 hours and extended by one day. If your
flight is cancelled and you will not be taking a rescheduled flight, you will
need to contact Priceline's customer support team to determine what options
you have based on your specific circumstances.When it comes to car rentals,
using Priceline to find the right reservation at the right price can save you
a significant amount of money but you need to be prepared and informed in
order to get the rental car you need at the best price available. The extra
time and effort you put in may help you save enough money to splurge on
sampling the local cuisine or taking a once-in-a-lifetime adventure while you
are away from home.Here's another of our favorite posts with Priceline
Bidding Tips.

Hilton opens two properties at Frankfurt airport

Tue, 12/20/2011 - 18:59 — Anonymous The Hilton Frankfurt Airport and Hilton
Garden Inn Frankfurt Airport properties are located above the Ice railway
station with direct services to the city centre, and linked to the airport
via a pedestrian bridge Continues...

Belgian strike to disrupt Eurostar services

Tue, 12/20/2011 - 20:26 — Anonymous Eurostar has been forced to cancel
services to and from Belgium on Thursday December 22, due to a general strike
taking place across the country Continues...

Mahiki Dubai opens at Jumeirah Beach Hotel

Tue, 12/20/2011 - 15:35 — Anonymous City's latest Polynesian venue is
modelled on the famous London club frequented by royals and A-listers
Continues...

Hampton by Hilton debuts in India

Tue, 12/20/2011 - 14:38 — Anonymous The Hampton by Hilton Vadodara-Alkapuri
is the first Hampton hotel in the region Continues...

Accor acquires Mirvac Hotels

Tue, 12/20/2011 - 16:41 — Anonymous All of Mirvac's 48 properties, spread
across Australia and New Zealand, will now be a part of the Accor hotel group
Continues...

Odyssey Airlines to launch LCY-New York route?

Tue, 12/20/2011 - 16:57 — Anonymous A start-up airline may be planning to
compete with British Airways on the London City-New York route, according to
a report by Reuters Continues...

Hotel Missoni to open in Mauritius

Tue, 12/20/2011 - 17:23 — Anonymous Rezidor Hotel Group"s tie-up with
fashion house Missoni is to welcome its first property in Mauritius in 2014,
with 80 suites all featuring covered outdoor living areas Continues...

New winners in the Travel Booker Promotion

Tue, 12/20/2011 - 14:45 — Anonymous Today we announce the next set of
winners in the Corporate Traveller Festive Season Travel Bookers Promotion.
To recap how the promotion works: every booking made between now until 21
December means your name goes into the daily draw to win a R200 Woolies
voucher!

W Paris set for Valentine"s Day opening

Mon, 12/19/2011 - 23:28 — Anonymous Starwood Hotels and Resorts is to open
its first W Hotels property in Paris on February 14, exactly a year after the
brand debuted in London"s Leicester Square Continues...

United to donate ten million miles to travellers’ favourite charities

Mon, 12/19/2011 - 19:07 — Anonymous Readers' votes will decide what
percentage of the miles giveaway will be donated to each of 45 charities
including the American Red Cross and the Make-A-Wish Foundation Continues...

Join us at the Business Travel Show 2012

Mon, 12/19/2011 - 19:11 — Anonymous Readers are invited to join Business
Traveller to taste some of the best airline wines and champagnes, as judged
in our annual Cellars in the Sky awards Continues...

Emirates opens Heathrow arrivals lounge for chauffeur drive passengers

Mon, 12/19/2011 - 17:02 — Anonymous Business and first class passengers
taking advantage of Emirates' chauffeur drive service at Heathrow can now
make use of an arrivals lounge prior to setting off on their journey
Continues...

Kingfisher to join Oneworld in February

Mon, 12/19/2011 - 16:46 — Anonymous Kingfisher Airlines will be inaugurated
into Oneworld on February 10, despite the loss-making carrier reportedly
having grounded 15 aircraft this week Continues...

Qantas to trial inflight wifi on A380s

Mon, 12/19/2011 - 12:36 — Anonymous The carrier will also introduce a
cutting edge inflight entertainment option onboard its B767-300 aircraft
Continues...

Boeing delivers 7,000th B737 to Flydubai

Sun, 12/18/2011 - 13:43 — Anonymous The aircraft maker is speeding up
deliveries of its popular single-aisle model, in tandem with the global
growth in low-cost travel Continues...

Etihad Airways increases Air Berlin stake

Mon, 12/19/2011 - 14:44 — Anonymous German carrier will shift its operation
from Dubai, while Etihad will have two seats on the German carrier's board of
directors and provide $255 million to support fleet development Continues...

Cathay Pacific opens lounge in San Francisco

Mon, 12/19/2011 - 07:05 — Anonymous The new lounge is the carrier's first
in the United States Continues...

Thai Airways to run biofuel flight

Fri, 12/16/2011 - 07:20 — Anonymous The flight, the first of its kind in
Southeast Asia, will fly from Bangkok to Chiang Mai Continues...

Etihad starts Dusseldorf flights

Sat, 12/17/2011 - 14:11 — Anonymous The business-focused route will start
with four flights a week and is set to go daily next April Continues...

Avis EMEA joins Etihad Guest

Sun, 12/18/2011 - 15:27 — Anonymous Etihad Guest members can earn triple
miles on rentals and automatically enter a draw to win 50,000 Guest Miles
until March 14 Continues...

Oman Air opens new Bangkok business class lounge

Sun, 12/18/2011 - 14:49 — Anonymous Located at the second floor junction
between concourses G and E of the international terminal, it serves the
airline's passengers flying in first and business class and can hold up to 40
people Continues...

First Le Méridien Hub unveiled in Barcelona

Sun, 12/18/2011 - 15:37 — Anonymous The concept, which will be gradually
introduced globally, aims to inject life into hotel lobbies by making them
more sociable Continues...

How to cope with... Work-life balance

Sun, 12/18/2011 - 07:01 — Anonymous Business Traveller suggests solutions
to common travel problems. This month: getting your work-life balance right
Continues...

Graceful Geneva

Sat, 12/17/2011 - 07:01 — Anonymous Liat Clark reports on how the Swiss
city"s stability and neutrality have captured the attention of global
businesses Continues...

New Tried & Tested reviews added

Sat, 12/17/2011 - 07:02 — Anonymous We've recently added several new flight
and hotel checks, including reviews of Qatar Airways, United and American
Airlines, and hotel checks at Four Seasons Marrakech and Radisson Blu Cardiff
Continues...

Southern airports issue tentative weather warnings

Fri, 12/16/2011 - 18:12 — Anonymous While no delays are expected, airports
around London are warning travellers to expect adverse weather conditions as
the first of the winter snow starts to fall Continues...

Fly with Etihad and see the "Giants of Golf" for free

Fri, 12/16/2011 - 07:01 — Anonymous Etihad Airways is offering all
passengers holding a boarding pass for December or January flights
complimentary admission to see some of the biggest names in golf play in Abu
Dhabi Continues...

Aer Lingus to launch Verona and Stockholm routes

Thu, 12/15/2011 - 22:38 — Anonymous The carrier will fly four times-weekly
from Dublin to Stockholm and twice-weekly from Dublin to Verona from next
March, and will also increase frequencies on routes to Gatwick, Lyon, Prague
and Milan Continues...

LAN / TAM merger approved

Thu, 12/15/2011 - 18:18 — Anonymous Brazilian anti-trust authorities have
approved the merger between TAM and Chilean carrier LAN. Conditions include
the giving up of slots, and the resignation of the merged carrier from either
Oneworld or Star Alliance Continues...

AA begins Samsung Galaxy rollout in B767 premium cabins

Thu, 12/15/2011 - 19:32 — Anonymous Premium passengers travelling on AA
routes served by B767 aircraft, including several London services, will
benefit from Samsung tablets loaded with IFE Continues...

Fairmont to enter Jordan

Wed, 12/14/2011 - 17:01 — Anonymous Contract recently signed for a 300-room
hotel in Amman, due to open in 2014, in anticipation of Jordan joining the
GCC and attracting more travel flows Continues...

The big picture: JAL unveils Dreamliner livery

Thu, 12/15/2011 - 16:40 — Anonymous The carrier's first Boeing Dreamliner
has rolled out of the paint hangar, featuring "Japan Airlines" across the
fuselage and JAL's crane logo on the tail Continues...

Emirates to increase A380 services to Heathrow to four-daily

Thu, 12/15/2011 - 17:04 — Anonymous Only last month the carrier announced
it would move to a three times-daily A380 service to Heathrow from January.
This fourth daily superjumbo flight will commence on March 25 Continues...

Dubai 'suited to Andaz'

Thu, 12/15/2011 - 14:41 — Anonymous Hyatt continues to explore options for
bringing its five-star boutique brand to the Gulf city Continues...

Germanwings to take over Stuttgart routes to Heathrow and Manchester

Wed, 12/14/2011 - 22:34 — Anonymous The Lufthansa subsidiary will take over
UK routes from Stuttgart currently being operated by Lufthansa Regional
partners CityLine and Contact Air Continues...

KLM to drop Liverpool services

Wed, 12/14/2011 - 22:52 — Anonymous The Dutch carrier will cease its three
times-daily feeder flights between Liverpool and Amsterdam from next March
Continues...

Delta and US Airways swap New York and Washington slots

Wed, 12/14/2011 - 21:07 — Anonymous Delta will look to expand schedules at
New York"s La Guardia airport, while US Airways gains slots at Washington"s
Reagan National airport, following a transfer of slots between the carriers
Continues...

Jet2 to launch Leeds Bradford-Budapest route

Wed, 12/14/2011 - 20:30 — Anonymous The low-cost carrier will fly
twice-weekly between Leeds Bradford and Budapest, adding to existing services
from Manchester and Edinburgh to the Hungarian capital Continues...

Malaysia Airlines announces network rationalisation

Wed, 12/14/2011 - 17:10 — Anonymous As part of its recovery plan, the
carrier is cutting unprofitable routes Continues...

Emirates gears up for Dublin

Wed, 12/14/2011 - 18:05 — Anonymous More than 800 guests attended the
pre-route gala dinner at the city's Convention Centre last night Continues...

JAL enters codeshare deal with WestJet

Wed, 12/14/2011 - 11:47 — Anonymous The agreement adds four new Canadian
destinations to the Asian carrier's network Continues...

Residence Inn marks Middle East debut

Wed, 12/14/2011 - 11:30 — Anonymous The 80-unit Residence Inn by Marriott
Manama Juffair in Bahrain is located next to the Marriott Executive
Apartments Continues...

Travel Booker Promotion

Wed, 12/14/2011 - 14:51 — Anonymous At Corporate Traveller we’re in
the Festive Season mood and want you to spoil you with Woolies vouchers that
you can use to buy Christmas goodies, school clothes or whatever you want.
For every booking made between now until 21 December we’ll put your
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Malaysian Airlines Suspends SA Route

Wed, 12/14/2011 - 14:27 — Anonymous Malaysian Airlines Suspends SA Route
Malaysian Airlines will be suspending its 3 weekly flights to Johannesburg as
from 31 January 2012. Effective 2 February the airline will no longer fly
into/out of South Africa. Corporate Traveller will be on hand to as

Groupon Alternatives for Travel

Wed, 12/14/2011 - 00:42 — Anonymous Last week we wrote about using Groupon
for Travel, but there are some great Groupon alternatives for
travel.Currently the best seems to be Hotel.com's Deal of the Dayave up to
50% on the hotel Deal of the Day!We also use Priceline Bidding to stay up to
date on the best deals./What else do you know of that allows you to get deal
of the day type deals for travel? / We will keep a running list./Note: This
post contains affiliate links. When you click on the links in this post and
make a purchase, Go Green Travel Green receives a portion of the proceeds,
which allows us to continue producing high-quality, free content. Thanks for
your support!/

Boeing confirms Southwest as launch customer for B737 Max

Tue, 12/13/2011 - 19:48 — Anonymous The US low-cost carrier has ordered 150
of the new-engine B737 Max aircraft, with the first delivery scheduled for
2017 Continues...

Holiday Inn offers rooms for £20.12 to celebrate Olympics partnership

Tue, 12/13/2011 - 19:24 — Anonymous Travellers can grab rooms at 186
participating Holiday Inn properties in the UK for just £20.12 next week, as
part of the brand"s partnership with the London 2012 Games Continues...

Thai Airways offers London restaurant discounts

Tue, 12/13/2011 - 17:51 — Anonymous The carrier has launched a "Deliciously
Fly Thai" promotion, offering Royal Orchid Plus frequent flyer members up to
20 per cent off meals at Thai restaurants in London Continues...

Ethiopian Airlines joins Star Alliance

Tue, 12/13/2011 - 17:01 — Anonymous The carrier has become the 28th airline
to join the alliance, and the third from the African continent after South
African Airways and Egyptair Continues...

KLIA2 targets 2013 launch

Tue, 12/13/2011 - 15:35 — Anonymous Work progressing on Kuala Lumpur's new
terminal which aims to capitalise on the region's boom in low-cost travel
Continues...

SilkAir to fly to Darwin

Tue, 12/13/2011 - 13:32 — Anonymous The carrier will operate four weekly
flights to the city – a major business and cargo destination Continues...

Landmark Grand Hotel opens in Dubai

Tue, 12/13/2011 - 15:59 — Anonymous Four-star hotel not far from Dubai
International Airport contains standard rooms, junior and executive suites
Continues...

Emirates raising Venice to double daily

Tue, 12/13/2011 - 15:43 — Anonymous From March 25, the new service will
feature a 267-seat A340-300 with first, business and economy cabins
Continues...

Emirates launches A380 wifi connectivity

Mon, 12/12/2011 - 19:00 — Anonymous Wifi services will initially launch on
11 of 19 A380s currently in operation and all new aircraft will now come with
the OnAir wireless service, and mobile phone services will be available on
board next June Continues...

Hyatt Capital Gate targets December 21 launch

Mon, 12/12/2011 - 19:36 — Anonymous New architecturally striking Abu Dhabi
five-star hotel is now planning to open its doors before Christmas
Continues...

Thompson Hotels to unveil London property in January

Tue, 12/13/2011 - 00:07 — Anonymous The group"s first London property is
housed within the former Sheraton Belgravia on Chesham Place, and will
feature a restaurant and bar by English chef Mark Hix Continues...

Marriott relaunches UK loyalty credit card

Tue, 12/13/2011 - 00:35 — Anonymous The new World Mastercard credit card
from Marriott Rewards offers 10,000 bonus points for those spending £200
with the first six months, and up to two points for every pound spent
Continues...

Exclusive video: New Doha International Airport

Mon, 12/12/2011 - 17:00 — Anonymous NDIA will open at the end of 2012, and
will offer the longest civil airport runway in the world Continues...

Etihad becomes largest B787-9 customer

Mon, 12/12/2011 - 16:21 — Anonymous The Gulf carrier has become the largest
customer for the stretched fuselage version of the Dreamliner, with a new
order for ten B787-9 aircraft adding to its existing order of 31 Dreamliner
aircraft Continues...

Cathay Pacific announces new long-haul economy seats

Mon, 12/12/2011 - 17:25 — Anonymous The airline has also revealed
particulars of its highly-anticipated premium economy product Continues...

Hilton unveils second property in Nanjing

Mon, 12/12/2011 - 06:40 — Anonymous The Hilton Nanjing Riverside opens less
than a month after the hotel group debuted in the Chinese city Continues...

Dubai 'passed 50 million passengers' in 2011

Sun, 12/11/2011 - 14:43 — Anonymous HE Khalifa Suhail Al Zaffin informs
airport supplier delegates this morning that the figure was passed at the end
of October Continues...

Hotel brands you need to know... Guoman Hotel Management

Sun, 12/11/2011 - 07:02 — Anonymous Liat Clark finds a range of business
hotels throughout the UK under both the Thistle and Guoman brands
Continues...

Route of the month

Sat, 12/10/2011 - 07:02 — Anonymous Alex McWhirter looks at how new
services can benefit business travellers. This month: flight options from
Dublin to Dubai Continues...

Vietnam Airlines begins Gatwick flights

Fri, 12/09/2011 - 22:46 — Anonymous Vietnam Airlines has launched the first
ever direct, non-stop flights between London and the two main cities of
Vietnam, as the airline looks to attract customers to the country and the
surrounding Indo-China region Continues...

Iberia braced for December strikes

Fri, 12/09/2011 - 21:48 — Anonymous The Spanish Airline Pilots Union has
announced strike action for December 18 and 29, over plans for Iberia's
low-cost subsidiary Iberia Express Continues...

Lufthansa to launch A380 flights to Houston

Fri, 12/09/2011 - 19:04 — Anonymous The German carrier will add its
superjumbo to the Frankfurt-Houston route from August 1, and will also
reinstate A380 flights to New York from May 21 next year Continues...

Hilton opens Doubletree Newcastle airport property

Fri, 12/09/2011 - 18:33 — Anonymous The group has opened its tenth Hilton
by Doubletree hotel in the UK, a 179-room property next to Newcastle airport
Continues...

Star Alliance and GHA launch round-the-world trip competition

Fri, 12/09/2011 - 18:46 — Anonymous Travellers must head to the facebook
pages of either Star Alliance or the Global Hotel Alliance to stand a chance
of winning a business-class round-the-world trip for two Continues...

American Airlines and Hainan Airlines sign codeshare deal

Fri, 12/09/2011 - 08:10 — Anonymous Both airlines will codeshare on each
other"s flights Continues...

JAL to fly Dreamliner to New Delhi, Moscow and Beijing

Fri, 12/09/2011 - 14:57 — Anonymous The carrier will also be the first to
install electronic Japanese comics onboard its Dreamliner aircraft
Continues...

United to launch Washington-Doha route

Fri, 12/09/2011 - 16:14 — Anonymous United Airlines will fly daily between
Washington DC and Doha (via Dubai) from May 2012 Continues...

Ryanair increases baggage charges… again

Fri, 12/09/2011 - 16:43 — Anonymous Checked luggage charges on peak
services will increase by up to £60 per bag for bookings made from next
week, and the penalty for forgetting to print out your boarding pass will
soar to an eye-watering £60 from January Continues...

Network Rail finishes painting the Forth Bridge

Fri, 12/09/2011 - 07:01 — Anonymous Millions will need to find a new
phrase, as the never ending task of painting the Forth Bridge has now been
completed, and won't need doing again for another 20 years Continues...

Qatar Airways to open dedicated lounge at Heathrow T4

Fri, 12/09/2011 - 03:41 — Anonymous The carrier's first lounge outside Doha
is to officially open on January 23 Continues...

Hong Kong Airlines reveals seat plan for all Club class A330

Thu, 12/08/2011 - 22:48 — Anonymous Business Traveller"s sister website
Seatplans.com has added a seat plan for Hong Kong Airlines" new,
all-Club-class A330 aircraft, which is due to commence flights out of London
Gatwick from March Continues...

Emirates adding five weekly Paris flights

Thu, 12/08/2011 - 13:34 — Anonymous Following strong demand from business
travellers, a new service will be introduced next October, complementing four
extra flights that will be launched in March Continues...

Air China to launch Beijing-Copenhagen route

Thu, 12/08/2011 - 14:29 — Anonymous The carrier will operate the service
four times per week, commencing in June 2012 Continues...

Rail and air disruption likely as severe winds hit Scotland

Thu, 12/08/2011 - 17:40 — Anonymous Scot Rail has cancelled several
services, and Scottish airports are "monitoring advice", as the Met Office
issues a red alert for severe weather across central and Southern Scotland
Continues...

Special report: Easyjet aims to AVOID future ash cloud disruption

Thu, 12/08/2011 - 16:00 — Anonymous Scott Carey travelled to Sicily to
observe Easyjet and Nicarnica Aviation"s successful test flights of the
pioneering AVOID ash cloud detection system Continues...

China Southern set to launch Heathrow-Guangzhou route

Wed, 12/07/2011 - 23:48 — Anonymous The carrier looks set to launch flights
between London Heathrow and Guangzhou next summer, according to a report by
Australian Aviation Continues...

Delta to invest $100m in GOL

Wed, 12/07/2011 - 22:05 — Anonymous Delta Air Lines is to expand its
co-operation with Brazillian low-cost carrier GOL, with a US$100 million
investment and a seat on the board of directors. The carrier also plans to
take an equity stake in Aeromexico Continues...

BA Openskies codeshares with AA

Wed, 12/07/2011 - 20:35 — Anonymous The new codeshare agreement allows
customers to book single tickets and benefit from through-checking of baggage
when connecting to / from AA and Openskies flights Continues...

Qatar Airways starting fifth daily Heathrow flight

Wed, 12/07/2011 - 19:15 — Anonymous Additional service starting next March,
served by a B777 with 42 business class seats, reflects spike in
Olympics-related demand Continues...

Air France steps up regional offensive

Wed, 12/07/2011 - 17:00 — Anonymous In a bid to outflank its rivals,
France's national carrier is stepping up the number and range of destinations
served from the regions under what Air France calls an "offensive"
Continues...

Gatwick Express ends buy-on board ticket option

Wed, 12/07/2011 - 17:32 — Anonymous New ticket gates at London Victoria and
Gatwick stations means travellers will need to purchase their tickets in
advance of travel from next week Continues...

Marriott Rewards offers bonus miles

Wed, 12/07/2011 - 13:48 — Anonymous Members can earn 2,000 extra miles per
stay from January 1 onwards Continues...

Bangkok welcomes new Novotel property

Wed, 12/07/2011 - 16:53 — Anonymous The Novotel Bangkok Platinum is the
seventh Novotel property in Bangkok Continues...

Jet2 adds Newcastle routes to Rome and Venice

Wed, 12/07/2011 - 18:39 — Anonymous The low-cost carrier will commence four
new routes from Newcastle to Bodrum, Rome, Reus and Venice next year,
bringing the total number of routes served from the airport to 27
Continues...

MAS to launch regional premium carrier

Wed, 12/07/2011 - 18:19 — Anonymous Malaysia Airlines is to launch a new
"regional premium airline" by the second half of next year, as part of a
business plan aimed at returning the carrier to profitability by 2013
Continues...

Groupon for Travel

Wed, 12/07/2011 - 00:31 — Anonymous *Have you ever used a Groupon for
Travel? *If not, now is the time to start.  There are two great ways to take
advantage of a Groupon for travel.1) Groupon by CityA few months before
heading to a vacation destination, sign up for the Groupon offers in that
city.  For instance, if you're heading to Chicago, subscribe to Groupon
Chicago.  If you're traveling to Miami, sign up for Groupons in Miami.
 You can get deals on restaurants, theater tickets, museums and more.  A
few words to the wise.  First, be sure to check out the actual map of where
the Groupon is for.  You don't want to get stuck feeling like you have to
drive to a suburban location because you didn't bother to look. Second,
only buy Groupons you think you will use.  Just because a Groupon is cheap,
doesn't mean it's a good deal.  You want to spend your vacation doing
what you want to do, not whatever you feel like you have to do because it was
a good deal. 2. Groupon GetawaysGroupon Getaways are newer – Groupon has
partnered with Expedia to offer some of the best deals on travel.  Below
I've listed the current Groupon for Travel – these Groupon Getaways can
save you loads of money.  Just remember to be flexible in your timing and
travel location and you can score a great trip for super cheap. Also,
remember that if you see one you like, double check the dates and
availability with whomever you plan on traveling with!/Have you used a
Groupon for travel? What was your experience?//Note: This post contains
affiliate links. When you click on the links in this post and make a
purchase, Go Green Travel Green receives a portion of the proceeds, which
allows us to continue producing high-quality, free content. Thanks for your
support!/

Etihad unveils first class chefs

Tue, 12/06/2011 - 18:43 — Anonymous The carrier has now introduced onboard
chefs to its first class cabins on flights to London, Sydney, Melbourne and
Paris, and has unveiled a new Mezoon Grille menu in its most premium cabins
Continues...

Airlines" dismay at Treasury APD statement

Tue, 12/06/2011 - 20:50 — Anonymous The bosses of Easyjet, Ryanair, IAG and
Virgin have called the government"s response to the consultation on reform of
Air Passenger Duty "a sham and a waste of taxpayers' money" Continues...

Lufthansa gears up for 747-8 launch

Tue, 12/06/2011 - 17:10 — Anonymous The German flag carrier is carrying out
pre-delivery testing of the Boeing 747-8 Intercontinental at its Frankfurt
base this week, ahead of entry into service early next year Continues...

Jumeirah ventures into Italy

Tue, 12/06/2011 - 14:34 — Anonymous Dubai group is taking over the
management of the five-star Grand Hotel Via Veneto in Rome early 2012,
marking its first property in Italy and fifth in Europe Continues...

Emirates launches UAE baggage delivery

Tue, 12/06/2011 - 11:03 — Anonymous Terminal 3 passengers are charged
AED200 for up to four pieces of luggage for delivery in Dubai, Ajman and
Sharjah, and AED250 for delivery within Abu Dhabi, Al Ain, Fujairah and Ras
Al Khaimah Continues...

Virgin"s Flying Club partners with Tesco Clubcard

Mon, 12/05/2011 - 23:33 — Anonymous Members of Virgin"s Flying Club loyalty
scheme can now earn miles when shopping using the Tesco Clubcard, thanks to a
new partnership between the airline and supermarket giant Continues...

Warwick Hotels signs second Jordan property

Mon, 12/05/2011 - 23:11 — Anonymous Warwick International Hotels has
announced its second property in Jordan and third in the Middle East, with
the signing of the 78-room Warwick Hotel Il Palazzo Amman, set to open in
March Continues...

Air China to launch Gatwick-Beijing route

Mon, 12/05/2011 - 21:11 — Anonymous Air China has become the latest
long-haul airline to announce flights from London Gatwick airport, with a
four-times weekly service to Beijing commencing on May 1 Continues...

Sandton Sun offers free Gautrain Shuttle

Mon, 12/05/2011 - 19:32 — Anonymous Southern Sun has introduced a  
complimentary shuttle service between six of its Sandton-based hotels and the
Gautrain station . The properties are: The Sandton Sun; Intercontinental
Johannesburg Sandton Towers; Southern Sun Katherine Street; Garden Court
Sandton; Garden Court

Angolan Embassy to close over Festive Season

Mon, 12/05/2011 - 19:24 — Anonymous Please note that the  Angolan Embassy
will be closed for the Festive Season between 15 December 2011 and 9 January
2012.

UPDATE: Beijing smog causes flight cancellations

Mon, 12/05/2011 - 16:42 — Anonymous International flights to the Chinese
capital continue to be cancelled due to the smog Continues...

Wyndham opens its first TRYP hotel in North America

Mon, 12/05/2011 - 01:38 — Anonymous The hotel company"s select-service
hotel brand makes its debut in Quebec City, Quebec Continues...

SAS to refit B737 aircraft

Mon, 12/05/2011 - 17:53 — Anonymous The Scandinavian carrier has ordered
new seating for its B737-800s, with eight aircraft scheduled to be refitted
next year Continues...

Helping you make it through December

Mon, 12/05/2011 - 18:10 — Anonymous How do you get through December?  
Despite the fact that it is one of the slowest times of the year for travel
rest assured that the fantastic staff at Corporate Traveller will be on hand
to take care of all your travel needs.

Philile Christmas Parties

Mon, 12/05/2011 - 17:45 — Anonymous Nelson Mandela said that education is
the most powerful weapon you can use to change the world. Statistics have
shown that the dropout rate of school children is reduced by up to 60% if
children if they attend pre-school.  

Corporate Traveller's Year End Functions

Mon, 12/05/2011 - 17:13 — Anonymous If you joined us at one of our recent
client functions then you will have had a taste of what our Corporate
Traveller Buzz Nights are all about. We had a marvellous evening filled with
prestigious

SAA to fly direct to Beijing

Mon, 12/05/2011 - 18:25 — Anonymous South African Airways serves more than
700 destinations throughout the world. The airline carries more than 6.5
million passengers each year and serves 36 cities in 26 countries on six
continents. The newest city to be added to their ever-growing list is Beijing
as well as Pointe Noire

American Airlines and Chapter 11

Mon, 12/05/2011 - 18:58 — Anonymous At the end of November it was announced
that American Airlines (AA) has filed for Chapter 11.   What is Chapter 11?
Chapter 11 is a process under US law which allows organisations (such as
airlines) protection from creditors whilst they r

Schedule change for Etihad Airways

Mon, 12/05/2011 - 19:13 — Anonymous Etihad Schedule Changes In order to
allow for better flight connections for South Africa travellers to Asia, the
Indian Sub Continent, China and Australia Etihad Airways has announced
adjustments to their SA schedule. From 24 January Etihad will no longer offer

Radisson "Green" to join Radisson Blu

Mon, 12/05/2011 - 16:51 — Anonymous Global roll out for a revitalised
Radisson "Green" brand alongside Radisson Blu Continues...

Air France starts A380 Dubai services

Mon, 12/05/2011 - 09:42 — Anonymous Superjumbo capacity to and from Paris
is stacking up with Emirates also flying A380s Continues...

Marriott opens largest Shanghai property

Mon, 12/05/2011 - 13:35 — Anonymous The Shanghai Marriott Hotel City Centre
has opened in China"s most populous city Continues...

Hilton Jumeirah Hotel Residences opens

Sun, 12/04/2011 - 11:28 — Anonymous New Dubai high rise, directly opposite
Hilton resort, targets executives looking to combine independent living with
five-star hotel services Continues...

Oman Air starts Zurich services

Sun, 12/04/2011 - 19:42 — Anonymous As four-a-week services served by A330s
are introduced, carrier is evaluating on-board connectivity options for its
short-haul aircraft Continues...

Tasting the high life

Sun, 12/04/2011 - 07:02 — Anonymous Following on from her feature on
economy food, Jenny Southan looks at how airlines are meeting the culinary
demands of premium passengers Continues...

In focus

Sat, 12/03/2011 - 07:01 — Anonymous Alex McWhirter examines topical
business travel issues. This month: can BA and Qantas continue to compete on
the Europe-Australia route? Continues...

Olympic challenge

Sat, 12/03/2011 - 07:02 — Anonymous Transport may grind to a halt during
the Games – but business must go on. Tom Otley reports on what travellers
in the capital may face, and the help available Continues...

Swiss opens new lounge at Zurich airport

Fri, 12/02/2011 - 23:50 — Anonymous The carrier has unveiled a 650-sqm
business class lounge for non-Schengen passengers using the new Dock B, at
the same time as rolling out its new logo at the airport Continues...

Club Carlson-branded credit card coming next year

Fri, 12/02/2011 - 23:42 — Anonymous Roll-out to begin in the US and then
across Europe for earning in the Club Carlson programme for brands including
Radisson, Park Inn, and Park Plaza hotels Continues...

Win a stay at Mercer Street Hotel in Covent Garden

Fri, 12/02/2011 - 19:24 — Anonymous Business Traveller has teamed up with
the Radisson Edwardian Mercer Street Hotel in Covent Garden to offer readers
the chance to win one night"s accommodation with breakfast and an evening
meal Continues...

Intercontinental debuts in Moscow

Fri, 12/02/2011 - 18:04 — Anonymous Located on Tverskaya Street, the
203-room hotel joins five Holiday Inn properties and a Crowne Plaza hotel in
the Russian capital Continues...

Air France serves dishes by Joel Robuchon

Fri, 12/02/2011 - 19:44 — Anonymous For the next six months famed chef Joel
Robuchon will serve as the first ambassador for Air France, as the carrier
looks to bring French gastronomy to its long-haul business (Affaires) class
passengers Continues...

St Regis opens in Tianjin and Sanya

Fri, 12/02/2011 - 16:00 — Anonymous The St Regis Shenzhen is also poised to
open later this month Continues...

Air China starts direct flights between Shanghai and Paris

Fri, 12/02/2011 - 10:28 — Anonymous The current Shanghai-Beijing-Paris
flight will be rescheduled as a daily Beijing-Paris flight in addition to the
new direct Shanghai-Paris service Continues...

American, Chapter 11 and its implications for passengers

Thu, 12/01/2011 - 22:07 — Anonymous Alex McWhirter analyses what immediate
impact American Airlines entry into Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection will
have on customers Continues...

Boeing and machinists" union reach agreement

Thu, 12/01/2011 - 22:22 — Anonymous Four-year pact settles dispute over
second 787 production line, keeps 737 Max production in Washington State
Continues...

Scoot to make Sydney its launch destination

Thu, 12/01/2011 - 15:52 — Anonymous Singapore Airlines"s low-cost
subsidiary has named the Australian city its first stop Continues...

Travel Jewelry Case: Jewelry Cases for Travel

Tue, 11/08/2011 - 22:09 — Anonymous Whether you are heading to a five-star
resort or to hike the Himalayas, investing in a good *travel jewelry case* to
hold your jewelry while you travel is a wise decision. This type of case is
designed to protect watches, rings, necklaces, pendants, and other adornments
from loss or damage while you are in transit. It provides a single place for
storage which also makes it easy to protect your valuables once you arrive at
your destination. Just slip the case into the hotel safe and you will never
have to worry about this bracelet or that watch being left on the bathroom
sink and disappearing into someone's pocket.Best Travel Jewelry Case: Top
7A good jewelry case for traveling will provide different types of storage
for the variety of items you decide to bring. For ease of use once you arrive
at your destination, look for a case that provides see-through pockets and
pouches so you can see all of your items without having to dig through each
pocket to find what you want. The Travel Jewelry Portable Roll Case from
Household Essentials, the best selling travel jewelry case on Amazon.com, is
a great example of this type of case.You also want to look for a case that is
built from a durable material and offers custom storage for the jewelry you
travel with the most often. ATJ's Anti-Tarnish Jewelry Roll offers a soft
padded home for your precious jewelry including a secure strip for earrings,
pouches for housing necklaces and a ring roll that detaches at one end.If you
are looking for something a little more luxurious, the Silk Brocade Jewelry
Roll from Red Blossom is made from soft silk and rayon brocade fabric and
provides several pouches for storage and a roll carrier for rings. You might
also like the Silk Brocade Coin Pouch Set from Dahlia which features a set of
10 small oriental fan shaped pouches perfect for storing jewelry at home or
while traveling. Because they are separate pouches, they make packing a
breeze, just select the items you want and they are pre-packed in their own
pouch.If space is not an issue and you want something more solid, there are
several jewelry cases that might suit your needs. The Red Travel Jewelry Box
from Richards Homewares features a red faux leather exterior filled with a
soft cream bed for all your valuables. A make-up mirror in the lid provides
the perfect place for putting in earrings or applying lipstick. Another great
option for long vacations, business trips, honeymoons, and those embarking on
a cruise is the Jewelry Portfolio from PreZerve. With capacity to hold
hundreds of items and the ability to add additional inserts, this case
provides optimum protection and storage your all valuable pieces. Zippered
pouches keep jewelry in place during travel and see through pockets and
pouches make it easy to locate what you need.If you are looking for a little
extra added security, the Jewelry Travel Case by Travel Case may be just what
you are looking for. It provides multiple snap fixtures for securing chains
and necklaces, space for 24 rings, and a built-in combination lock allowing
you to lock the case and keep your valuables secure while your luggage is out
of your control. With a faux leather exterior, this case is durable enough to
weather your most extreme adventures.Never spend another minute of vacation
trying to untangle the jumble of necklaces or searching for the other earring
that matches your dress. By investing in the right jewelry travel case, you
can protect, store, and secure your bracelets, earrings, and rings no matter
where your travels take you./Note: This post contains affiliate links. When
you click on the links in this post and make a purchase, Go Green Travel
Green receives a portion of the proceeds, which allows us to continue
producing high-quality, free content. Thanks for your support!/

Best Microfiber Travel Towel

Thu, 11/10/2011 - 22:59 — Anonymous What do you expect from the microfiber
travel towels you buy? You want softness, which is why microfiber is so
fantastic. You may want a stylish color to match the other towels you have.
You may want something that is absorbent, durable or just plain cute. When it
comes to options, you do have numerous towels to choose from on the market
today. These travel towels are super absorbent – I carry two of the
Micronet (below), a small and a large on longer, hostel-staying, trips.Best
Microfiber Travel TowelTo know what your options are, rely on these tips. You
will find that the following are the top three microfiber travel towels on
the market. That comes from the customers who bought then and reviewed them.
These are your best overall bet for quality and style.Rick Steve's Travel
TowelOne of the top rated products, as reported by consumers, are the New
Microfiber Travel Towels from Rick Steves. Use them for hair drying, babies
or for virtually anything you want and need. This company sells these in a
set of seven. They are super absorbent in that they hold seven times the
weight of the towel in water or other liquid. In addition, these dry quickly,
which means they are able to reduce bacteria growth. You can use them for any
wet or dry application, too. Customers who bought them loved that they were a
good quality and that they were lightweight.Design Go Luggage Travel TowelFor
those that love to splash and play in the water, having a travel towel that
allows for easy drying is critical. A good option is the Design Go Travel
Towel. These are perfect for scuba diving, surfing or other wet sports where
you need a fast way to dry off. There are several reasons that consumers like
these. First, they are a high density knit material that is highly
compactable and it is super absorbent. This means they can help you to dry
off quickly. In addition, they are durable enough to scrub with. These towels
will hold up to five times their weight in
water.http://www.amazon.com/McNett-Micronet-Advanced-Microfiber-Travelling/dp/B000MNJC4A/ref=sr_1_1?s=home-garden&ie=UTF8&qid=1312892010&sr=1-1Micronet
Travel TowelThese towels come with a net that allows you to more easily carry
and store them.  I own a hand-size towel and an extra large travel towel
from this company and love them.Aquis Adventure TowelThis manufacturer makes
a number of different towel options, with and without microfiber, that are
perfect for sports situations as well as other activities. The Aquis
Adventure Travel is a unique option because it blends a material called
Aquitex, which is super absorbent, with ultra fine micro fibers. This unique
combination makes these towels super lightweight, but they are very effective
at drying off surfaces. They are able to draw in the water quickly so that
you can dry off fast. These are great for drying hair quickly and come with a
special closure to keep the towel in place.For those looking for a fantastic
microfiber travel towel, do consider these options. You will also find larger
towels able to do many of the same features. The customer who bought the
above products say these products work as described and where perfect for
camping or swimming, or just any use./Note: This post contains affiliate
links. When you click on the links in this post and make a purchase, Go Green
Travel Green receives a portion of the proceeds, which allows us to continue
producing high-quality, free content. Thanks for your support!/

Best Technology Gifts & Gadgets for Travelers 2011

Tue, 11/15/2011 - 21:17 — Anonymous As the holiday season quickly
approaches, you'll probably begin thinking about gifts and gadgets you'll
want for yourself or to get for the favorite traveler on your list.We've
featured a number of posts about technology this year, here are some of our
favorites, along with the top choices from those posts:*Best Noise Cancelling
Headphones* featured these headphones:
* Bose QuietComfort 15
* Beats Studio by Dr. Dre headphones
* noise cancelling headphones from Genius
* Audio Technica lightweight headphones

*Best Portable DVD Players for Travel* featured these DVD players:
* Coby 7-Inch Portable DVD/CD/MP3 Player (TFDVD7009)
* Phillips 7-Inch Portable LCD Dual DVD Player (PD7016/37)
* Sony 9-Inch Portable DVD Player (DVP-FX970)
* RCA Twin Mobile DVD Players (DRC6272)
* Philips 7-Inch LCD Dual Screen Portable DVD Player (PD7012/37)

*Best Tablet Computer for Travel: iPad 2 vs. Xoom vs. Galaxy Tab* included
comparisons of these tablets:Apple's iPad2, Motorola's Xoom, and
Samsung's Galaxy Tab. And Should I Buy a Kindle Fire added to the mix with
a comparison to the iPad2.A Travel Alarm clock is always a great gift so
Travel Alarm Clock: Reviews of the Best Digital and Atomic Clocks, so in that
post we featured these clocks:
* Elgin Travel Alarm clock
* Casio Travel Alarm
* Seiko "get up and glow" alarm clock
* Oregon Scientific atomic travel alarm clock

And finally, a unique gift for a traveler is always a digital luggage
scale.We will be running a complete gifts guide in a few days, but in the
meantime, happy shopping!/Note: This post contains affiliate links. When you
click on the links in this post and make a purchase, Go Green Travel Green
receives a portion of the proceeds, which allows us to continue producing
high-quality, free content. Thanks for your support!/

Best Holiday Gifts for Travelers 2011

Thu, 11/17/2011 - 22:03 — Anonymous It's the holiday season – which
means it's time to buy some gifts for the favorite traveler on your
list.Here are our top picks for this year.1. Travel Gift CardsOn Cardpool,
you can buy gift cards for your favorite airline or hotel.  They have gift
cards saving you from 4% to 17% for places including Disney, Southwest,
American Airlines,  US Airways, Jet Blue, Mariott, Hyatt, Four Seasons, and
more.  For a traveler who is spending from $100 to $2000 at one of these
places, the savings for such a card can be up to $350!  We've previously
written about how you can essentially get a 10% off coupon for American
Airlines by buying gift cards at a discount.2. Touch Digital CameraThe
Olympus Tough Digital Camera is waterproof, shockproof, and freezeproof –
what more could a traveler ask for?3. Universal Power AdapterThere's
nothing like arriving in a new country, trying to plug in your laptop, and
realizing you brought the wrong travel adapter with you. The Universal Power
Adapter gives you an all-in one option for less than $4.4. xShot Camera
ExtenderPerhaps one of the coolest gadgets I got to try out this year was a
pocket xShot.  It's pretty much an extendable arm or handheld tripod so
you can take better shots when there's no one around to ask for assistance.
A highly recommended stocking stuffer for only about $19.5. Travel JournalWe
love our Moleskines.  There's nothing like the feeling of pen to paper.
One can never have too many blank pages to fill with all their memories. Here
are some more travel journals.6. TuGo Cup HolderWhat an awesome invention, as
when you're rushing through the airport, you never have enough hands. The
TuGo Cup holder ($15) attaches to your bag and allows you to keep moving with
your favorite beverage until you reach the waiting area.7. Any Food Related
GiftWe love kitchen gadgets that bring home the taste of travel.  Be it a
guacamole making mocajete or a tagine, here are our favorite gadgets, from
gelato makers to pasta makers that bring home the tastes from far away
lands.8. Any Technology GadgetCheck our guide to the best technology gifts
and gadgets for travelers for gifts for the travel techie in your life.Other
Awesome Gift IdeasIf you're curious about previous year favorites, check
out these posts10 Christmas Gift Ideas for the Traveler Who Is Not Traveling5
Gift Ideas for Everyone on Your List21 Gift Ideas for Green TravelersBest
Technology Gifts and Gadgets for Travelers 2011 Happy Holidays!/Note:  We
do link through affiliate links when they are available. We are not
compensated to provide opinion on products, services, websites, or other
topics. We will only recommend products or services that we believe, based on
our experience, are worthy of endorsement. Any product claim, statistic,
quote or other representation about a product or service should be verified
with the manufacturer or provider. Read our full policies page./

Black Friday Travel Deals 2011

Fri, 11/25/2011 - 09:43 — Anonymous Would you rather spend money on a
vacation and not just more stuff? So would we! That's why we're
highlighting these *Black Friday Travel Deals*. Vayama Black Friday
DealsVayama is having some great Thanksgiving Sales, Winter Sales, and a
special $80 off per booking sale for Cyber Monday (so if you may be better
off waiting than buying on Black Friday.) Thanksgiving Sale: Deals from $452
Round Trip! Winter Sale: Get $40 off per international airfare booking!
Priceline Black Friday DealsPriceline is also having some Black Friday travel
deals. Black Friday Specials! Major Cities up to 50% off! 4-Star Hotels $99
or Less! ends 11/30 Expedia Black Friday Travel DealsExpedia is also hosting
Black Friday Travel deals in 2011. Check out their cruise deals for black
friday as well. NCL Black Friday Sale – Get up to $400 onboard credit & 50%
reduced deposit on Expedia! – Expires 11/29/11 Travelocity Black Friday
Travel DealsTravelocity has up to 50% some hotels and vacation packages for
Black Friday. Black Friday Hotel and Vacation Deals! Save up to 50% Now with
Travelocity! Travelocity also has some cruise specials. Black Friday
Exclusive! Save up to $200 on select Caribbean cruises on Costa Cruises with
Travelocity! Yuupon Black Friday Travel DealsYuupon is a site that's new to
me but promises several great offers including: $5 for a $50 credit on a
major airline $2 for a $25 gas card $2 for a $20 Yuupon Credit and several
awesome hotel deals in Orlando, Branson, Charleston, Williamsburg, and more.
Hotels.com Black Friday Travel DealsHotels.com is also offering up to 50% off
for Black Friday this year. From Black Friday to Cyber Monday save 50% during
our 4 Day Sale! Expires 11/28/11 ebags Black Friday Travel DealsIf you're
looking for luggage, ebags has a coupon for 25% off plus free shipping for
Black Friday. Extra 25% Off + Free Shipping Over $75 at eBags!/Are you going
to be shopping for Black Friday Travel Deals? /

Radisson Blu for You

Tue, 11/08/2011 - 19:50 — Anonymous Radisson Blu Hotel Sandton With an
ideal location in the heart of Sandton, just minutes from the Convention
Centre and on the doorstep of the Gautrain Station, the Radisson Blu Hotel is
a perfect connection to business travel in Johannesburg. Your travel manager
can book you a

Bangkok - an update

Tue, 11/08/2011 - 19:45 — Anonymous What’s happening in Bangkok The
recent flooding in Thailand is not expected to affect December travel and
flood waters are expected to have receded by the start of the December travel
season. The traditional holiday areas such as Phuket and the islands have not
been affected b

Exciting new Travel Health option

Tue, 11/08/2011 - 19:51 — Anonymous Exciting new Travel health option
Corporate Traveller, in conjunction with parent company Flight Centre South
Africa, is excited to launch a new travel health option for clients. TRAVAC
will be providing a travelling vaccination clinic to the Johannesburg and
Pretoria areas as

Air France returns to Cape Town

Tue, 11/08/2011 - 19:53 — Anonymous Air France is set to make a seasonal
return to Cape Town. The airline announced this at a media briefing in early
November after the arrival of the inaugural flight.  The airline will
operate three weekly services from now until the end of March to cater for
the summer upturn in t

Qatar Expands into Africa

Tue, 11/08/2011 - 19:55 — Anonymous Voted the Airline of the Year in the
Skytrax 2011 industry audit this five-star airline will wow you with their
product and range of routes.  Qatar have also announced that they intend to
pursue underserved African destinations as part of their commitment to our
region.

Emirates Outstanding Offer

Tue, 11/08/2011 - 19:56 — Anonymous This is an outstanding offer not to be
missed. Book a full Economy Class seat and Emirates will upgrade your to
Business Class. And even better, book a full Business Class seat and this
fantastic airline will upgrade you to...First Class. Emirates Business Class
offers onboard lounges,

UK Industrial Action set to affect travel

Mon, 11/28/2011 - 15:07 — Anonymous UK  Border Control Industrial Action
Wednesday 30 November UK border customs and immigration at the London
airports (Heathrow, Gatwick and London City) will be taking industrial action
on Wednesday 30 November which means passengers may experience delays on that
day. &nbs

Meet in Queensland

Wed, 11/30/2011 - 16:50 — Anonymous From rainforest to reef, Michelle
Mannion discovers incentive options galore in north-east Australia
Continues...

Meet in Sydney

Wed, 11/30/2011 - 17:00 — Anonymous If you"re after a sunny,
activity-packed meeting destination, choose the iconic Australian city, says
Chris Pritchard Continues...

Gatwick takes measures to ease Border Agency strikes

Wed, 11/30/2011 - 16:33 — Anonymous The airport has reconfigured its
terminals to provide more space for incoming passengers, and is laying on
food and refreshment for delayed travellers Continues...

AA files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection

Tue, 11/29/2011 - 19:46 — Anonymous American Airlines has become the last
of the major international US carriers to file for Chapter 11 bankruptcy
protection, assuring customers that normal flight schedules will be
maintained and all tickets honoured Continues...

Meet in Seoul 2011

Wed, 11/30/2011 - 00:06 — Anonymous The South Korean capital"s
determination to stamp character on to its new buildings and public spaces is
giving event organisers fresh venue options, says Gigi Onag Continues...

Meet in Qatar

Tue, 11/29/2011 - 23:42 — Anonymous With its sights set on hosting
international events, Jonathan Hart discovers what the Gulf state has to
offer Continues...

Marriott to debut in Haiti

Tue, 11/29/2011 - 17:40 — Anonymous Marriott International is to open a
173-room hotel in the Haitian capital Port-au-Prince in 2014, as the country
continues to recover from last year"s devastating earthquake Continues...

UK government to go ahead with APD hike

Tue, 11/29/2011 - 20:37 — Anonymous Four of the UK's major airlines have
called on the government to "Axe the tax", in response to today"s Autumn
Statement confirming that APD rates will increase next April Continues...

Sofitel Legend Old Cataract Aswan opens

Tue, 11/29/2011 - 13:50 — Anonymous The third hotel in the brand's Legend
collection, on the banks of the Nile, has 138 rooms including 82 suites
Continues...

Emirates cancels two London flights

Tue, 11/29/2011 - 12:40 — Anonymous As the UK Border Agency strike looms
tomorrow, Dubai carrier says it will suspend EK029 from Dubai to Heathrow and
the return flight, EK030 Continues...

Hilton plans 20 new UK hotels

Tue, 11/29/2011 - 18:13 — Anonymous Hilton Worldwide says it expects to
open 20 new properties in the UK by 2014, in addition to the converted
properties joining the Hilton portfolio as a result of the acquisition of the
Mint Hotel group Continues...

IATA urges security and air traffic changes

Tue, 11/29/2011 - 18:19 — Anonymous The Middle East needs to embrace new
screening measures and free up its air traffic navigation systems, claims
industry body Continues...

Meet in Dubai 2011

Tue, 11/29/2011 - 23:02 — Anonymous A budget-conscious approach to the
downturn has ensured the emirate remains a winning option for events, says
Mark Atkinson Continues...

Arik Air to recommence Abuja-London route

Tue, 11/29/2011 - 22:19 — Anonymous The Nigerian carrier will restart daily
flights between Abuja and London Heathrow on December 12, following the
cancellation of the route at the end of the summer schedule Continues...

Meet in Abu Dhabi 2011

Tue, 11/29/2011 - 23:29 — Anonymous As the UAE capital steps up its profile
as a meetings destination, Mark Atkinson takes a look at what"s on offer and
the new hotels due to open Continues...

Meet in Marrakech

Tue, 11/29/2011 - 23:58 — Anonymous The colourful Moroccan city sets the
scene for unforgettable events, says Liat Clark Continues...

Meet in Beirut

Tue, 11/29/2011 - 23:50 — Anonymous The revitalised Lebanese capital is an
alluring destination for incentives and events, says Ian McCurrach
Continues...

Meet in Singapore

Wed, 11/30/2011 - 00:15 — Anonymous The Lion City is bursting with
entertainment options for any event itinerary, says Margie T Logarta
Continues...

Etihad restarting Tripoli flights January 17

Wed, 11/30/2011 - 15:35 — Anonymous Initially three-a-week flights will
operate via Alexandria but the airline plans to move to non-stop services as
soon as Tripoli's infrastructure can support them Continues...

Etihad drops Cape Town and changes Jo'burg schedule

Wed, 11/30/2011 - 18:16 — Anonymous Flights to the Western Cape city will
cease from January 24, but new timings to Jo'burg could spur double-daily
services Continues...

Where to meet

Wed, 11/30/2011 - 17:51 — Anonymous Business Traveller takes a look at
meeting options in cities including Abu Dhabi, Beirut, Marrakech, Seoul,
Singapore and Sydney Continues...

United and Continental granted single operating certificate

Wed, 11/30/2011 - 22:02 — Anonymous The news paves the way for the company
to migrate to a "single passenger service system" in the first quarter of
next year Continues...

Melia to open second London hotel in June

Wed, 11/30/2011 - 20:01 — Anonymous The forthcoming Me London property,
which was damaged by fire earlier this year, will now open in June 2012
Continues...

Thai MICE industry loses £60 million due to flooding

Wed, 11/30/2011 - 22:24 — Anonymous Thailand"s meetings, incentives,
conferences and exhibitions industry has suffered revenue losses estimated at
3.32 billion Baht (£60 million) as a result of the country"s recent floods
Continues...

AA to offer fully-flat business class seat

Wed, 11/30/2011 - 23:16 — Anonymous No sooner has the carrier filed for
Chapter 11 than it unveils plans for a fully flat business class seat on its
forthcoming B777-300ER aircraft, to be launched on the airline"s London route
Continues...

Top Travel Wallet for Women and Men

Thu, 11/03/2011 - 23:10 — Anonymous A *travel wallet, for women and men*,
needs to provide a few important features. It needs to be lightweight, so
that you can take it with you just about anywhere you go. It needs to provide
you with some way to carry the things you need – such as a zipper case or
just a secure closure. It also needs to provide you with enough room to carry
the identification and payment types you plan to use. You can find a travel
wallet that can do this for you. The key is to know what your options
are.What to Look for in Travel WalletsWhen buying a travel wallet, realize
most are going to be unisex, meaning that either men or women can use it with
ease. There are a few important features to look for, based on what your
needs are. Here are some to seek out.Size Do you plan to tuck it into a pants
pocket so you can free up your hands? A lightweight, small wallet is all you
need, in most cases.UseSome people want to wear a wallet around their waist.
If you are looking for a style that allows you to store all of your important
documents, but also has a band to wrap around your waist or your arm, you do
have several options.DisplayWhat type of identification do you need to have
on you? If you are traveling internationally, it is a good idea to choose a
wallet that offers the right options to display your passport.Top Travel
WalletThere are a number of great options on the market, but with so many
different options in travel wallets, you will need to compare several types
to find the right one for your needs. Here are some of the most recommended
travel wallets for men and women.· Swiss Army Wenger – This leather travel
wallet is great for holding all of your identification and other travel needs
in one place. It is stylish and durable, but it is not the smallest of
wallets. Customers like the numerous items they can store in it for easy
access.· The Travel Accessories product called Secure Shoulder Travel Wallet
fits under or on top of your clothing. It gives you easy access to all of
your valuables and has is comfortable to wear under your clothing against
your skin. This creates the ideal way to protect your belongings when
traveling.· Civilian Lab CLIP Tri Fold Security Wallet – Here you have a
Kevlar wallet that folds up. It will help to provide the most overall
protection. After all, Kevlar is what body armor is made of. Use this for the
storage of credit cards and cash, as well as card identifications.As you
consider your options in travel wallets, remember that security and
organizations are the two most important things to look for. These options
are the perfect fit for just about any activity you plan to take on./Note:
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Radisson Blu opens first US property

Thu, 11/03/2011 - 21:00 — Anonymous Carlson has opened its first Radisson
Blu-branded hotel in the United States, a 334-room property located within
the Aqua tower in Chicago Continues...

MAS to operate A380 to London next summer

Thu, 11/03/2011 - 18:15 — Anonymous Prospective Oneworld member Malaysia
Airlines will begin A380 flights to London from July next year, as flagged up
by industry website airlineroute.net Continues...

Jet2 to launch Leeds Bradford-Berlin route

Thu, 11/03/2011 - 19:31 — Anonymous Low-cost carrier Jet2 is to launch the
only direct scheduled service between Leeds Bradford airport and Berlin next
summer Continues...

More scheduled expansion for Monarch

Thu, 11/03/2011 - 19:35 — Anonymous From summer 2012 Monarch will launch 14
new routes from London Gatwick, Luton, Birmingham and Manchester covering a
mixture of business and leisure destinations Continues...

KLM launches flights to four new Latin American destinations

Thu, 11/03/2011 - 14:39 — Anonymous The carrier has added Rio de Janeiro,
Buenos Aires, Havana and Punta Cana to its network Continues...

Emirates starts St Petersburg flights

Thu, 11/03/2011 - 11:35 — Anonymous First daily service, operated by an
A340-300, touched down yesterday afternoon, providing improved connections to
Russia's 'northern capital' Continues...

Emirates records $225 million net profit

Thu, 11/03/2011 - 14:26 — Anonymous Half-year results defy unstable
economic, geopolitical and environmental conditions with passenger RPK up 5.7
per cent and seat factors averaging 79.3 per cent Continues...

UPDATE: Qantas to compensate passengers for incidental costs incurred

Wed, 11/02/2011 - 19:59 — Anonymous Passengers left stranded at Australian
airports will be reimbursed for accommodation, meals and any other costs
encountered during the strike Continues...

Scoot: lower fares but less comfort

Wed, 11/02/2011 - 19:41 — Anonymous SIA"s new low-cost subsidiary
demonstrates yet again that space is the most precious commodity on any plane
Continues...

Etihad launches Maldives flights

Tue, 11/01/2011 - 23:08 — Anonymous The Abu Dhabi carrier is operating
A320s on the daily service to the leisure hotspot, and tomorrow ticks off
another Indian Ocean destination with the start of four-a-week Seychelles
flights Continues...

Accor"s Ibis debuts in Japan

Wed, 11/02/2011 - 15:56 — Anonymous The property is the first by the budget
brand in Japan but the tenth hotel in Accor"s network in the country
Continues...

Packing Cubes: Save Space and Travel Lightly

Tue, 11/01/2011 - 22:48 — Anonymous When it comes to *packing cubes*, not
all products are the same in terms of quality, construction and overall
durability. When you are traveling, you need something that is easy to use
and durable. You also need packing cubes that can help you to get through
customs and security at the airport without a problem. Buying the right
packing cubes can actually make it easier for you to travel. These are
necessary for those who travel frequently and who want a great product to
keep them organized throughout their trip.Which Should You Buy?While there
are a number of different packing cubes on the market, some products are just
a better option than others are. As you consider your needs, there are a few
manufacturer's products that received higher praise from consumers. Look at
those here.Rick Steves Packing Cube SetOne of the options to consider is the
Rick Steves Packing Cube Set which has three flexible, five deep cubes with
three side perimeter zippers. When you do not need to use them, though, they
collapse into nearly nothing, taking up very little room. You can pile
whatever you need into them and close them securely on three sizes. It is
easy for the airport security personnel to dig through them as they need to,
though. Customers like the high quality and durability of these. You can buy
them on Amazon for about $16 for 3.eBags Packing CubesThough there are
numerous sizes and shapes available, the eBags Medium Packing Cubes seem to
be the most popular option. This comes in a three-piece set. There are
several benefits to these. These benefits include the double zipper pull to
keep closing easy and the mesh top panel that allows you to see what is in
them. In addition, the mesh is soft enough that it will not damage even your
softest of materials. The handle makes them easy to carry if you do want to
carry them on their own. Moreover, the durability of the entire piece is a
great asset. You can get a set of 3 for $23 dollars at ebags.Eagle Creek
Travel Gear Double Packing CubeAnother option to consider is Eagle Creek's
Travel Gear Pack It Double Packing Cube. It has a mesh top to allow for
breathability. It is sized to fit on top of or into a Pack It Folder 18
inches. For those who are looking for a true travel system, this company's
products are perfect for just that. You will find cubes the right size for
just about anything. These will keep your clothing or your gear easily
accessible but organized throughout your trip, too. Customers like the
durability and the ease of using these. You can buy them on Amazon with free
shipping for about $13.For those who are looking for packing cubes they can
trust to keep them organized and those that are actually sized to be useful
for the items you take with you, choose those listed here. Consumers love the
overall options and details of these packing cubes, and the costs are right
in line with all other packing cubes on the market. Choose the sizes you need
and then rest assured you have the best./Note: This post contains affiliate
links. When you click on the links in this post and make a purchase, Go Green
Travel Green receives a portion of the proceeds, which allows us to continue
producing high-quality, free content. Thanks for your support!/

Tried and tested: The Rib Room, Jumeirah Carlton Tower Hotel

Tue, 11/01/2011 - 22:23 — Anonymous Business Traveller tries out the
relaunched Rib Room Bar and Restaurant at the Jumeirah Carlton Tower in
Knightsbridge, as the hotel celebrates its 50th anniversary Continues...

Heathrow launches dual-use runway trial

Tue, 11/01/2011 - 18:17 — Anonymous Restrictions on the simultaneous use of
both runways for landings and take-offs will be eased during a four-month
trial testing procedures dubbed "operational freedoms" Continues...

Business Traveller launches 2011 charity auction

Tue, 11/01/2011 - 18:26 — Anonymous This year's online charity auction is
now live, with great prizes including flights, luxury hotel stays, spa
packages, lounge access, luggage, books and gadgets. All proceeds will go to
the Royal Hospital for Neuro-disability Continues...

Virgin unveils new economy dining service

Tue, 11/01/2011 - 17:00 — Anonymous Economy passengers will be served a
welcome cocktail, and will benefit from smaller, non-slip meal trays and a
separate dessert and hot drinks service Continues...

EXCLUSIVE: Lufthansa A380 business class

Tue, 11/01/2011 - 15:41 — Anonymous The carrier's eighth A380 has been
deployed on the Frankfurt-Singapore route, which is Lufthansa's third Asian
destination served by the superjumbo Continues...

EXCLUSIVE: Lufthansa A380 business class

Tue, 11/01/2011 - 15:41 — Anonymous The carrier's eighth A380 has been
deployed on the Frankfurt-Singapore route, which is Lufthansa's third Asian
destination served by the superjumbo Continues...

Meet Scoot – SIA's low-cost subsidiary

Tue, 11/01/2011 - 14:49 — Anonymous The no-frills carrier will begin with
four B777-200s next year for destinations within Australasia and China
Continues...

Qatar announces Iran expansion

Mon, 10/31/2011 - 20:45 — Anonymous As the airline announces daily services
starting to Isfahan on January 11, and Shiraz, Tehran and Mashad will see
capacity increases, agency reports claim the Doha carrier is about to launch
domestic codeshare services Continues...

QANTAS Airways Disruptions

Tue, 11/01/2011 - 14:34 — Anonymous Travellers can expect disruptions and
delays on Australia’s national airline through to the 2nd of November
as the airline works to clear the backlog. Passengers are advised to confirm
their flights before proceeding to the airport. In a bid to cut down on the b

Labour drops support for third runway at Heathrow

Mon, 10/31/2011 - 21:32 — Anonymous All three of the UK's major political
parties are now officially opposed to a third runway at Heathrow airport,
with Labour's Shadow Transport Secretary announcing the party is dropping
its support for the expansion Continues...

Radisson Blu opens East Midlands airport property

Mon, 10/31/2011 - 22:16 — Anonymous The 218-room Radisson Blu Hotel East
Midlands Airport is located in Pegasus Business Park, a few minutes'
shuttle ride from the airport terminal Continues...

Aloft Hotels debuts in London

Mon, 10/31/2011 - 19:53 — Anonymous Starwood"s Aloft Hotels brand has
opened its first UK property, a 252-room hotel situated next to London"s
Excel exhibition centre Continues...

Wyndham opening second Istanbul hotel

Mon, 10/31/2011 - 12:51 — Anonymous The 211-room Wyndham Istanbul Kalamis
Marina is due to open autumn 2012 Continues...

Qantas to resume limited schedule

Mon, 10/31/2011 - 13:05 — Anonymous As flights resume today, airline and
unions now have three weeks to hammer out a deal and passengers will be
relieved no industrial action can take place during this period Continues...

Jumeirah followers design future hotel

Sun, 10/30/2011 - 19:50 — Anonymous Participants hope to see hotels in the
sky and underwater, packed with the latest technology Continues...

Etihad and Virgin Australia eye Australian capacity increases

Sun, 10/30/2011 - 12:12 — Anonymous In light of Qantas dispute, airlines
consider a shuttle service between Sydney and Melbourne on certain days of
the week and operating a daily flight between Sydney and Bangkok Continues...

Royal Jordanian and airberlin seal codeshare

Sun, 10/30/2011 - 18:43 — Anonymous Agreement sees Royal Jordanian
passengers have better reach into Germany, Austria and Poland while airberlin
passengers gain from improved access to the Middle East, ahead of the German
carrier joining Oneworld next year Continues...

Frequent traveller: Lost and found

Sun, 10/30/2011 - 07:02 — Anonymous In which our correspondent finds
there"s nothing like being in unfamiliar surroundings to bring on moments of
madness... Continues...

Warsaw ups its game

Sun, 10/30/2011 - 07:01 — Anonymous The Polish capital is changing and, as
it does, so will perceptions, says Rose Dykins Continues...

Air France flight attendants' strike underway

Sat, 10/29/2011 - 19:20 — Anonymous In what is turning out to be a wretched
weekend for travellers, French carrier is running at 80% capacity with more
disruption to long-haul routes scheduled tomorrow Continues...

Qantas grounds all aircraft

Sat, 10/29/2011 - 13:54 — Anonymous Qantas has announced that all its
aircraft will be grounded from 5pm AEDT today in the most dramatic escalation
so far in the ongoing industrial dispute Continues...

In focus

Sat, 10/29/2011 - 07:01 — Anonymous Alex McWhirter examines topical
business travel issues. This month: London to Birmingham train travel
Continues...

Living the dream

Sat, 10/29/2011 - 07:02 — Anonymous Jenny Southan steps on board Boeing's
Dreamliner to find out what's in store for passengers Continues...

Bmi Regional to be sold to "UK-based investor"

Fri, 10/28/2011 - 21:08 — Anonymous The Aberdeen-based subsidiary of Bmi is
to be sold to an investor group based in the UK, with the brand retained "for
an interim period" and the published winter schedule proceeding as planned
Continues...

AA launches 150,000 bonus miles offer on UK-US routes

Fri, 10/28/2011 - 17:47 — Anonymous AAdvantage members flying with either
AA or BA on routes to the US from Heathrow, London City or Manchester can
earn up to 150,000 bonus miles over the next two months Continues...

Vueling to launch Cardiff-Barcelona route

Fri, 10/28/2011 - 18:14 — Anonymous Spanish low-cost carrier Vueling is to
fly three-times weekly between Cardiff and Barcelona from next March. Vueling
also said there is a "strong possibility that more UK routes will be
announced soon" Continues...

Air France to launch A380 service to LA

Fri, 10/28/2011 - 17:25 — Anonymous The French carrier will offer a daily
A380 service between Paris CDG and Los Angeles from the end of May next year
Continues...

Transaero to seat 700 passengers on A380

Fri, 10/28/2011 - 18:38 — Anonymous Transaero is set to become the first
Russian airline to fly the A380, by signing a Memorandum of Understanding for
four superjumbos. The carrier plans to configure the aircraft with a
staggering 700 seats across three classes Continues...

Video: Heathrow's writer-in-residence gives airport reading

Fri, 10/28/2011 - 07:01 — Anonymous Tony Parsons has given a reading from
his latest book Departures: Seven Stories from Heathrow, as part of his
writer-in-residence project at the airport Continues...

San Francisco in Pictures

Thu, 10/27/2011 - 23:49 — Anonymous One of my favorite things to do when
planning a vacation is to go to Flickr or Google Images and search for the
city I'm visiting. I use the photos as a guidebook – sometimes they'll
show the most common tourist sites or sometimes there will be hidden gems.If
you're not already planning a trip to this fabulous West Coast city,
you'll probably want to after checking out the photos below.Golden Gate
Bridge/photo credit: //chadh/Alcatraz/photo credit: //derekskey/Pier 39/photo
credit: //John Morgan/Cable Cars/photo credit: //@Andywithcamera// /San
Francisco Skyline/photo credit: //El Frito/Lombard Street/photo credit:
//Marit & Toomas Hinnosaar/—–This post is sponsored by the
InterContinental San Francisco Hotel, which is proudly LEED® EBOM Gold
Certified under the U.S Green Building Council (USGBC), and is the largest
LEED Gold Recipient of existing buildings in California, and the 3rd largest
in the U.S.

Would you like the Hobo’s Picnic Buffet sir?

Thu, 10/27/2011 - 19:22 — Anonymous This intriguing TWA meal choice is
taken from one of hundreds of in-flight menus archived online by Northwestern
University, from airlines including BA, Cathay, Pan Am and Qantas
Continues...

Virgin Trains to add carriages to West Coast services

Thu, 10/27/2011 - 16:31 — Anonymous The rail operator will add two standard
carriages to each of its Pendolino trains from next spring, and introduce
four new trains, following the extension of its West Coast franchise until
December 2012 Continues...

Sofitel to open new properties in Frankfurt, Kiev and Singapore

Thu, 10/27/2011 - 17:37 — Anonymous Accor's luxury brand has signed
agreements for three new hotels, including a boutique Sofitel So property set
to open in Singapore in 2013 Continues...

FCO advises against “all but essential travel” to Bangkok

Thu, 10/27/2011 - 18:02 — Anonymous The Foreign and Commonwealth Office is
advising against non-essential travel to Bangkok and 26 provinces in Thailand
affected by recent flooding Continues...

In focus

Thu, 10/27/2011 - 07:01 — Anonymous Alex McWhirter examines topical
business travel issues. This week: London to Birmingham train travel
Continues...

Route of the month

Thu, 10/27/2011 - 07:01 — Anonymous Alex McWhirter looks at how new
services can benefit business travellers. This month: options from London to
Frankfurt Continues...

How to cope with… Dietary requirements

Thu, 10/27/2011 - 07:01 — Anonymous Business Traveller suggests solutions
to common travel problems. This month: coping with dietary requirements on
the road Continues...

Hotel brands you need to know... De Vere

Thu, 10/27/2011 - 07:01 — Anonymous This group"s diverse range of hotels
and meeting venues make it a good choice for events, says Liat Clark
Continues...

Living the dream

Thu, 10/27/2011 - 07:01 — Anonymous Jenny Southan steps on board Boeing"s
Dreamliner to find out what"s in store for passengers Continues...

Jet powered

Thu, 10/27/2011 - 07:01 — Anonymous Private aviation may have survived the
worst recession in decades, but where does it go from here? Tom Otley reports
Continues...

Denver"s drive

Thu, 10/27/2011 - 07:01 — Anonymous The capital of Colorado is the place
for green power, modern infrastructure and forward thinking, says Lindsay
Sutton Continues...

Downtime down under

Thu, 10/27/2011 - 07:01 — Anonymous It would be a shame to travel as far as
Melbourne without factoring in some time for exploring. Tamara Thiessen makes
some suggestions Continues...

The tablet trend

Thu, 10/27/2011 - 07:01 — Anonymous Can any of the new Android devices
topple the mighty iPad? Mark Prigg finds out Continues...

Golfing around... Bangkok

Thu, 10/27/2011 - 07:01 — Anonymous Peter Swain tackles a range of
satisfying challenges on the Thai capital"s courses Continues...

Parisian gourmet

Thu, 10/27/2011 - 07:01 — Anonymous Michelle Mannion tries a quartet of
cuisines in hotels across the French capital Continues...

Warsaw ups its game

Thu, 10/27/2011 - 07:01 — Anonymous The Polish capital is changing and, as
it does, so will perceptions, says Rose Dykins Continues...

Electric storm

Thu, 10/27/2011 - 07:01 — Anonymous More and more electric vehicles are
being launched, but is the infrastructure in place to make it a viable car
hire option – and is the demand even there? Liat Clark reports Continues...

Air India to cut Dreamliner order

Thu, 10/27/2011 - 13:40 — Anonymous This is Boeing's second cut for its
B787 orders this month, following China Eastern"s cancellation of an order
for 24 Dreamliners Continues...

Easyjet to increase Gibraltar flights

Wed, 10/26/2011 - 21:00 — Anonymous The low-cost carrier will serve the
British Overseas territory with an extra four flights per week from next
summer Continues...

Cathay partners with Swire Hotels for in-flight menu

Wed, 10/26/2011 - 22:30 — Anonymous Business and first class passengers on
selected flights departing Hong Kong will be able to enjoy meals created by
Swire Hotels restaurants including the Michelin star Café Gray Deluxe
Continues...

Yas Hotel rebranded Yas Viceroy

Tue, 10/25/2011 - 12:46 — Anonymous Upgrades include a sleek new lobby and
re-introduction of executive club suites with free access to the executive
lounge, and private check-in and checkout Continues...

Tried and tested: ANA Dreamliner flight NH7871

Wed, 10/26/2011 - 17:44 — Anonymous Business Traveller was onboard the
historic inaugural passenger flight of ANA's Boeing 787 Dreamliner from Tokyo
to Hong Kong Continues...

First Look: ANA Dreamliner's maiden charter flight to Hong Kong

Wed, 10/26/2011 - 07:20 — Anonymous Editor of Business Traveller
Asia-Pacific, Reggie Ho, reports live from the ANA Dreamliner's first flight
from Narita to Hong Kong Continues...

Boeing delivers 300th B777-300ER

Wed, 10/26/2011 - 11:40 — Anonymous While all eyes are on the Dreamliner's
first commercial flight to Hong Kong today, Boeing recently notched up
another milestone with its latest B777-300ER delivery to first-time customer
Biman Bangladesh Continues...

Best Water Bottle with Filter Guide

Tue, 10/25/2011 - 23:37 — Anonymous Maybe we were on to something when I
wrote our filtered water bottle review two years ago.  As now there are more
water bottles with filters available than I've ever seen before.
Thankfully, water bottles with filters have also improved dramatically.  The
first one I tried was really hard to get water out of – it was like trying
to suck a think milkshake through a straw. When buying a water bottle with
filter there are a few features to consider*1) What is the water bottle made
from?* All of the water bottles we've featured below are BPA Free.  Many
people prefer stainless steel water bottles because they trust stainless
steel more than unknown chemicals in plastic. (I always prefer stainless
bottles or glass water bottles when available.)*2) What exactly can the
filter filter?* Does it only remove chlorine? Or also lead or other toxic
chemicals? Note that the majority of water bottles with filters are for
potable water (like that you get from your sink or drinking fountain.) Only
one of the bottles featured below can be used to filter microorganisms and
toxins. (And be sure to double check the claims and do your own research
before taking risks with unclean water. If you're going somewhere and you
want to ensure you have safe, clean water, we recommend a Steri-Pen.)*3) How
long will the filter last before you need a new one?* Some of the bottles
below last for 150 refills, others 300.Guide to Water Bottles with
FiltersStainless Steel Water Bottles with Filter*Camelbak Groove .6*The
Camelbak Groove filters the following:"Only use the CamelBak Groove with
potable tap water. The Fresh Filter contained in your CamelBak Groove does
not remove harmful microscopic pathogens that may be contained in tap water
outside of the US, Canada, Europe, Australia, New Zealand and Japan. …
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and tasting water.  When changed as directed, the Fresh™ Filter reduces
more than 90% of Chlorine, far surpassing the NSF reduction requirement.The
Groove lasts for 300 refills and costs $31.*EcoFlow Stainless*Here are the
details on filtration in the Ecoflow Stainless filter bottle: The patented
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bottle.Because this bottle filters so many contaminants it's cost is
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reviewers said this bottle was more difficult to drink from.BPA Free Plastic
Water Bottles with FilterCamelbak GrooveThe Camelbak Groove (featured above
in stainless) also comes in BPA free plastic. It has all the same features of
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Camelbak bottles is their straw – it's easy for working out, drinking in
the car, and at your desk – as you don't get dribbles down your
shirt.*Britta Bottles*Brita water filters also has BPA Free plastic water
bottles.  It filters Lead, Chlorine, Odor and Taste and costs 18.99 for two.
Each lasts for 150 bottle refills.*Bobble Bottles*The Bobble Bottle with
filter filters  water of chlorine and other common organic contaminants. It
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in USA,. They cost $9.00-$19.00 (depending on color). We've had a chance
to try out the Camelbak grove in Stainless, courtesy of Camelbak and liked it
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Thomas Cook crew vote for industrial action

Tue, 10/25/2011 - 22:23 — Anonymous Thomas Cook cabin crew have voted in
favour of industrial action, in a consultative ballot over the company"s
plans to cut 498 jobs Continues...

UPDATE: Floods cause Chao Phraya to swell

Tue, 10/25/2011 - 11:10 — Anonymous Bangkok's floods show no sign of
abating with the city's Chao Phraya river at risk of overflowing its banks.
Continues...

Bangkok's Don Muang Airport closes

Tue, 10/25/2011 - 19:04 — Anonymous Airports of Thailand suspends
operations at Bangkok's second airport from 7pm on October 25 after flood
waters flowed on to the runways and affected the lighting Continues...

Air Asia X completes switch from Stansted to Gatwick

Tue, 10/25/2011 - 20:10 — Anonymous Malaysian low-cost carrier Air Asia X
has completed its switch from London Stansted to Gatwick airport ahead of its
scheduled increase to six times weekly services between London and Kuala
Lumpur from December 14 Continues...

IHG looks to reposition Crowne Plaza brand

Tue, 10/25/2011 - 20:32 — Anonymous Intercontinental Hotels Group is to
undertake a global repositioning of its Crowne Plaza brand, wioth a
three-phase "Freshen Up", "Move Up" and "Shine" programme Continues...

Virgin Hotels set to debut in Chicago

Tue, 10/25/2011 - 15:49 — Anonymous The Virgin Group has announced its
first property under the Virgin Hotels brand. According to US media reports
the group has purchased the Old Dearborn Bank Building in Chicago, with plans
to open a 250-room hotel in 2013 Continues...

Singapore Airlines signs code share deal with Ethiopian Airlines

Tue, 10/25/2011 - 08:56 — Anonymous The agreement allows Singapore
Airlines" customers to fly to Addis Ababa, the capital of Ethiopia.
Continues...

Starwood adds guest reviews to website

Tue, 10/25/2011 - 16:34 — Anonymous The group has added the ability for
guests to leave reviews of its hotels directly on its website, with criteria
including room comfort, cleanliness and SPG recognition Continues...

First view: Park Hyatt Abu Dhabi Hotel and Villas

Tue, 10/25/2011 - 11:15 — Anonymous Take a peek at the stylish new hotel
opening at Saadiyat Island on December 1 Continues...

InterContinental San Francisco: LEED Certification and Green Initiatives

Mon, 10/24/2011 - 23:43 — Anonymous Are you looking for a green hotel in
San Francisco? Then check out the InterContinental San Francisco. This 550
room hotel in downtown San Francisco just received their LEED Gold
Certification this year. Here's a bit more about the certification and
their current green initiatives.LEED CertificationThe U.S. Green Building
Council awarded InterContinental San Francisco the LEED Gold certification
for Existing Buildings: Operations & Maintenance. LEED is one of the few
reliable ratings systems for building energy efficient buildings. To earn
LEED Gold, the hotel was evaluated on efficiency and minimization of
environmental impact.It's the largest hotel property to date to receive
LEED EBOM certification in California. And it's only one of 13 other hotels
in the nation to receive this certification.Green Initiatives The
InterContinental San Francisco has undertaken many initiatives to become
greener and receive their LEED Gold award. Here are a few of our
favorites:Green MicrositeThe InterContinental San Francisco has a green
microsite that lists some of their green initiatives. TTransportation
Microsite The transportation microsite allows you to plan your visit based on
what's within walking distance from the hotel and lists public
transportation options from the airport.Use of Public TransportationThe
hotel's concierge assists guests with traveling by public transportation in
San Francisco. And more than 95% of the hotel's staff use public
transportation to get to work.Carbon OffsettingInterContinental San Francisco
is 100% carbon neutral as it purchases renewable energy credits to offset
100% of its electricity and natural gas use.ENERGY StarThe US EPA awarded the
hotel the ENERGY Star rating.Solar Power and Alternative Energy UseThe
InterContinental San Francisco uses solar panels to power some of their
equipment and uses regenerative braking power in the elevators.Temperature
Sensors in Rooms and ecoMode ButtonWhile most of a hotel's green
initiatives are behind the scenes, as customers we mostly notice what happens
in our rooms. One particularly cool feature in this hotel is an "ecoMode"
button. When you enter your room you press the ecoMode button which relaxes
the room temperature by a degree or two. Also, the rooms have temperature
sensors to adjust the temperature for energy savings when the rooms are
unoccupied.Local FoodWhat's not to love about fresh, local, organic food?
The InterContinental San Francisco features local and organic
options.Congratulations to the InterContinental San Francisco on achieving
the LEED Gold certification! GGTG hopes that more hotels continue to follow
its lead.—–This post is sponsored by the InterContinental San Francisco
Hotel, which is proudly LEED® EBOM Gold Certified under the U.S Green
Building Council (USGBC), and is the largest LEED Gold Recipient of existing
buildings in California, and the 3rd largest in the U.S.

UK carriers ponder Libya return

Mon, 10/24/2011 - 22:01 — Anonymous With Qatar Airways announcing the
launch of flights to Benghazi from November 1, British carriers BA and Bmi
continue to monitor the situation before committing to the relaunch of
services to Libya Continues...

Qatar Airways starting Benghazi services November 1

Mon, 10/24/2011 - 21:06 — Anonymous Carrier leads Gulf charge into
post-Gaddafi Libya by announcing four-a-week flights from November 1
Continues...

The Howard Hotel to auction off contents

Mon, 10/24/2011 - 22:42 — Anonymous Swissotel is to auction off the entire
contents of The Howard Hotel, following the closure of the property for
redevelopment last month, and just months after the hotel completed an
extensive refurbishment programme Continues...

Aer Lingus to increase Dublin-Gatwick frequency

Mon, 10/24/2011 - 18:37 — Anonymous The Irish carrier is to operate a total
of six flights per day during the winter season, increasing competition with
low-cost rival Ryanair on the route Continues...

Air France to retreat from Bangkok

Mon, 10/24/2011 - 18:51 — Anonymous From summer 2012 Air France will more
than halve the number of flights it operates to the Thai capital. At the same
time it will cut the number of business class seats it places on the market
from 35 a day to 42 a week Continues...

Restaurant check: Gordon Ramsay's Bread Street Kitchen

Mon, 10/24/2011 - 18:58 — Anonymous Business Traveller reviews Gordon
Ramsay's latest London restaurant located in the One New Change complex near
St Paul's Cathedral Continues...

Best Western plans to diversify globally

Mon, 10/24/2011 - 07:05 — Anonymous This global hotel giant aims to
convince the market there is more to it than its mid-scale offerings
Continues...

Rtiz-Carlton Riyadh opens today

Mon, 10/24/2011 - 11:22 — Anonymous Grand five-star hotel features a wide
range of business and leisure facilities, although the Club Lounge won't open
until January 14 Continues...

US watchdog probes Dreamliner repairs

Mon, 10/24/2011 - 12:40 — Anonymous The US Government Accountability Office
raises four concerns about repairs to the composites used for the B787
Dreamliner, with a week to go to the start of commercial flight operations
Continues...

JAL adds Santiago to its network

Mon, 10/24/2011 - 08:27 — Anonymous The move is part of a codeshare
agreement between the Japanese carrier and LAN Continues...

Sky Blue card offers flight discounts

Sun, 10/23/2011 - 15:00 — Anonymous Card members get up to 40% off on
Manchester flights, while Etihad Guest members can earn bonus miles when
visiting fan zones and use their miles to buy Manchester City merchandise
Continues...

American Airlines expands curbside check-in to international flights

Sat, 10/22/2011 - 20:35 — Anonymous International travelers will be able to
check-in at home and drop bags curbside with the skycap Continues...

Rocco Forte Hotel Abu Dhabi bookings go live

Sun, 10/23/2011 - 15:38 — Anonymous New five-star, opening on November 7,
is posting an introductory rate of AED1200 for room and junior suite
categories Continues...

New city guides added

Sun, 10/23/2011 - 07:01 — Anonymous We've added over 20 new guides to our
four-hour guide section, including suggestions for Calgary, Jaipur, Naples,
Krakow and San Diego Continues...

Desert art

Sun, 10/23/2011 - 07:02 — Anonymous Jenny Southan discovers bountiful
galleries and an abiding hippy spirit in the historic US city of Santa Fe
Continues...

Air traffic controllers to strike in Greece Sept. 4.

Thu, 09/01/2011 - 16:57 — Anonymous Air traffic controllers to strike in
Greece Sept. 4. Expect flight delays and cancellations.   This alert began
31 Aug 2011 20:52 GMT and is scheduled to expire 04 Sep 2011 23:59 GMT.
Event: Air traffic controller strike Time Frame: 1400-180

Delhi Quake

Thu, 09/08/2011 - 16:46 — Anonymous Please be advised that a tremor shook
Dehli late yesterday. The magnitude 4.2 earthquake has affected the National
Capital region including Dehli, haziabad, Faridabad, and Noida Summary Strong
tremors shook the Delhi metropolitan region and surrounding areas for several
seconds at

Emirates to launch daily service to Dublin

Tue, 09/13/2011 - 20:05 — Anonymous Emirates has announced that it will
begin daily flights to Dublin from January 2012, marking its first route to
the Republic of Ireland. The daily service, from 9th January next year, will
leave Dubai at 0700hrs and arrive in the Irish capital at 1130hrs. The return
flight leaves Dublin a

Virgin's Club House in Hong Kong

Tue, 09/13/2011 - 20:13 — Anonymous The Virgin Clubhouse is the perfect
escape from the hustle and bustle of Hong Kong life, and the airline is
proud that Virgin Atlantic Upper Class passengers get the very best service
in the airport. The Clubhouse is positioned on the upper level of the
Terminal, it's split into two

Give the Pepper Club a shake

Tue, 09/13/2011 - 20:21 — Anonymous A new level of sophistication and
unparalleled luxury living has arrived in the heart of cosmopolitan Cape
Town. Innovative design, personalised amenities and unsurpassed service -
catering to your every need - are all part of the five-star experience you
can expect as a guest of Pepper Club.