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G20 to work on travel facilitation 2012-6-21

The G20 world leaders have for the first time, recognised the importance of Travel & Tourism as a driver of jobs, growth and economic recovery.

G20 to use tourism´s potential for job creation 2012-6-19

Ahead of the G20 world leaders´meeting in Los Cabos, Mexico, next week, the UNWTO and WTTC call on the leaders to consider Travel and Tourism as an engine for economic growth and stimulating the global economy.

Abacus shares hotel content with China´s TravelSky 2012-6-18

Travel technology company Abacus International has sealed a new hotel partnership with China´s domestic GDS, TravelSky.

China may retaliate over ETS charges 2012-6-18

China will hit European carriers with "similar penalties"if Chinese carriers are fined for not declaring their carbon emissions in relation to the controversial EU Emissions Trading Scheme (ETS), an industry body has said.

Domestic cruise industry expects expansion 2012-6-18

The world-famous Costa Victoria cruise ship completed its first voyage to China on Wednesday after arriving at the Shanghai Wusongkou International Cruise Port. It is apparent that the number of cruise ships in China is rising these, and they are becoming more luxurious, tourism industry analysts say. Global players in the cruise line sector are focusing on the country.

International airlines explore new destinations in china 2012-6-18

China´s tourism moves a step higher as international airlines opt to open new routes to China´s second and third-tier cities.China´s population and fast growth are reasons why air carriers want to be there.

New Hotel Group Sets Sights on Upscale Resort Development in China 2012-6-18

The Beijing Tourism Group (BTG) and international hotel management group GHM have formalised a joint venture partnership and announced plans to launch an upscale resort concept branded Ahn Luh. The partners, together with a third investor, the Great Ocean Group (GOG), said the group´s first properties will debut in the next two-to-three years.

Chinese tourists poised to transform global travel industry 2012-6-18

China is expected to become the world´s biggest exporter of tourists for the first time this year, with about 78 million Chinese expected to travel abroad in 2012, according to the World Tourism Organization. China´s outbound tourists are transforming the world´s travel sector, as hotels scramble to hire Mandarin speakers, and foreign countries invest millions in PR campaigns aim

Exclusive Interview With Aman Resorts 2012-6-18

Amanresorts offers a guest experience that is intimate and discreet while providing the highest level of service. Each resort and setting is unique, but certain elements characterise all of them — a beautiful natural location, outstanding facilities, exceptional service and a small number of rooms to ensure exclusivity and privacy.

BA to use Dreamliners for China expansion 2012-6-13

British Airways is planning to add new destinations in China,Willie Walsh, CEO of the International Airlines Group (IAG) said that IAG has a list of 10 potential Chinese destinations it is considering.BA currently operates 13 weekly flights between London and two Chinese destinations- Beijing and Shanghai.

4th Shopping Tourism Roundtable Hosted In China 2012-6-12

Chic Outlet Shopping® by Value Retail hosted the fourth ´Shopping Tourism´ round table at Bund 18 in Shanghai during the ILTM (International Luxury Tourism Market) on 06 June, 2012.

Azerbaijan: Convention & Culture Partner of ITB 2012-6-12

Azerbaijan is acting as partner of the world´s largest tourism convention and is presenting its cultural attractions as a fascinating destination for tourists – Prominent panelists will discuss the country´s economic development at the ITB Berlin Convention 2013

Chinese tourism to Europe soars due to weak euro 2012-6-7

With domestic sales in the doldrums, Europe´s retail and hospitality industries are giving more favorable discounts and better services to attract Chinese tourists, said Ma Yiliang, a researcher at China Tourism Academy.

New Era of China-Arab Bilateral Relations 2012-6-1

On 31 May, the Fifth Ministerial Meeting of the China-Arab States Cooperation Forum (CASCF) will be held in Tunisia.Both sides agree that "Historical Opportunity" For New Era of China-Arab Bilateral Relations has come.

ITB Buyers´ Circle stimulates follow-up business 2012-5-28

Industry´s leading buyers satisfied with the services provided by this new network platform-Deals signed with a value of several million euros - ITB Buyers´ Circle will feature again next year

Dubai Hotel introduces Oriental entertainment 2012-5-25

Ibn Battuta Gate Hotel in Dubai, managed by Mövenpick Hotels & Resorts, is looking East by launching authentic oriental services which includes traditional Chinese dining and entertainment options to attract Chinese visitors.

It´s Time for Tourism in ASEAN to Grow Up 2012-5-24

The tourism debate at the World Economic Forum on East Asia will take place in Bangkok on May 31. The deliberations will tell us how serious the tourism industry in the Mekong region and Asean is about becoming more professional, integrating and growing up a bit.

Southeast Asia Continues Tourism Arrivals Growth 2012-5-22

International arrivals into Asia Pacific destinations grew by a collective 7% year-on-year during the first two months of 2012, according to preliminary data released by the Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) today.

Air Astana adds China connections 2012-5-21

Air Astana will launch two new routes to China this summer. From 1 July, Kazakhstan´s national carrier will launch a new twice weekly service between Astana and Beijing, operated using a Boeing 757 aircraft.

China Southern marks new London route 2012-5-18

China Southern Airlines celebrated the imminent launch of its Heathrow-Guangzhou flights with travel agents and tour operators last night.