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PwC´s London half year hotel performance update 2012-8-7

London hotel trading for the six months to June painted a mixed picture, with an ADR gain of 1.8%(to £154) compared to the same period last year, according to benchmarking data analysed by PwC. However, decelerating growth drove an occupancy slip of 1.2% giving only a marginal RevPAR gain for the six months.

Norwegian Cruise Line reports results for Q2 2012 2012-8-2

Norwegian Cruise Line today reported results for the quarter ended June 30, 2012.

Helena, Montana CVB/TBID signs with Regatta Travel Solutions 2012-8-2

Regatta Travel Solutions announced today that they have signed an agreement with the Helena, Montana CVB and Tourism Business Improvement District (TBID) to power their new website helenamt.com.

Tourists turn to smartphones for great deals and travel tips 2012-8-2

Leading price comparison expert dealchecker.co.uk has received their highest ever number of mobile visitors, as more people turn to smartphones and tablet computers to book and plan their holidays.

Tourism websites inspire visitors to explore south during 2012 Olympic Games 2012-8-1

Leading tourism technology provider, New Mind has developed a series of new websites for Tourism South East (TSE) in time for the London 2012 Olympic Games.

UK hoteliers disappointed by Olympics 2012-8-1

Britain´s promised influx of visitors this July and August is not expected to have the bumper effect on UK accommodation businesses that many owners were hoping for, according to results from the latest TripAdvisor Industry Index.

Orbit opens for spectacular views over the Olympic Park 2012-7-31

The Orbit, a work of art as well as a viewing platform over the Olympic Park, has opened to visitors.

Major European low cost airlines now confirmed for World Routes 2012 2012-7-30

World Routes, 18th World Route Development Forum will take place from 29th September to 2nd October 2012 and is hosted by Abu Dhabi Airports Company (ADAC) and supported by official carrier Etihad Airways and Abu Dhabi Tourism & Culture Authority.

BRIC countries: Russia leads the rankings for trips abroad 2012-7-30

ITB Berlin and IPK International present an analysis of the dynamic developments and outbound travel volume of the BRIC countries in a five-year comparison-Among the BRIC countries outbound trips have grown at different rates: Russia leads, followed by China, while Brazil and India lag far behind

Royal Jet charts best summer performance to date 2012-7-30

An increase in the number of flying hours has contributed to the best summer in the history of Royal Jet - the Abu Dhabi-based international luxury flight services company chaired by His Excellency Sheikh Hamdan Bin Mubarak Al Nahyan.

Sandals Resorts launches new travel agent promotion 2012-7-26

Sandals Resorts is excited to announce Travel Agents Say"I Do"to Sandals, a brand new promotion that gives valued travel agent partners the opportunity experience a destination Sandals WeddingMoon for themselves, with a complimentary Beautiful Beginnings wedding.

Aeromexico announces deal for 100 new Boeing airplanes 2012-7-26

Boeing has announced a commitment by Aeromexico to purchase up to 100 single-and twin-aisle airplanes-a combination of 737 MAXs and 787 Dreamliners-in an agreement that will fuel the airline´s expansion.

HostelBookers launches mobile website 2012-7-26

HostelBookers, the budget accommodation specialist, has launched the HostelBookers.com mobile site, delivering great flexibility and convenience to customers booking hostels and budget accommodation properties on the go.

Singapore Airlines-parent sees profits rise 2012-7-25

The SIA Group has posted a net profit of 78 million in the first quarter of the 2012 financial year, up 73 per cent from the same period of 2011.

U.S. News announces new global travel rankings 2012-7-25

U.S. News Travel released the 2012-2013 editions of several popular Best Vacations ranking lists. These rankings include-for the first time-destinations from Asia, Australia and the Pacific, Central and South America, and Africa and the Middle East.

Summer trends 2012:London and Spain most popular destinations 2012-7-25

With the Olympics opening in just two days´time, this summer sees UK citizens heading to the capital to participate in the festivities: London is the tenth most popular holiday destination during July and August.

Seaborne Airlines to begin flights to British Virgin Islands 2012-7-24

Visitors will soon have added options when travelling to the British Virgin Islands, with the addition of Seaborne Airlines to the country’s air transportation.

Cool water cruising brings passengers north 2012-7-24

Cool water cruising is attracting a record number of European vacationers this year, with double-digit growth forecast for the number of passengers booking cruises to the Arctic regions, the Norwegian fjords, and the British Isles in 2012, according to new data compiled for Cruise Lines International Association and the European Cruise Council.

British Airways rewards Olympics fans 2012-7-24

British Airways will be rewarding customers who stay in the UK to cheer on Team GB and Paralympics GB.

China to support LCC growth 2012-7-24

China will encourage the development of low-cost carriers, according to the country´s civil aviation authorities.