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ASTA Offers Tips for Stress-free Holiday Trips
ALEXANDRUA, VA, November 13, 2008. In two weeks, the holiday travel season will officially kick off for Americans and with the traditional meals come the now traditional dire predictions of overbooked...
Safety rules for space tourists would ensure safe travel - Newstrack India
London, Nov 10 (ANI): With plans underway for passenger space travel becoming a reality by the middle of next decade, the European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) has started developing safety rules for civilian space flight. According to a report in ...
Rape victim who drove attacker to police station praised
A rape victim who drove her attacker to a police station after he fell asleep is being praised for her bravery by police. Vipul Romik Sharma, 22, was found guilty in Auckland District Court yesterday...
`S. Korea Should Maintain Low Interest Rates
South Korea needs to maintain low interest rates to help local companies ride out the global financial crisis, the nation’s financial regulator said Saturday. Rhee Chang-yong, vice chairman of th...
Growth continues in Turkey
Turkey continues to grow despite the ongoing global crisis. Ibrahim Acar, the director of the Antalya Culture and Tourism Directorate said, "Although the economic crisis has hit various industries acr...
Handful of Top Universities to Get State Research Funds
By Kang Shin-who Staff Reporter The government announced Monday the list of universities it will provide with funds to help finance their research projects for stronger international competitivene...
Violence fears as prisons fill up
The new Government's hardline stance on crime means more inmates may have to share cells, increasing the risk of prison violence. National talked tough on bail and parole during the election, but...
Ruth’s Hospitality posts $520,000 3Q loss
Ruth’s Hospitality Group Inc. posted a net loss of $520,000, or 2 cents per share, on revenue of $99.3 million for the third quarter. Heathrow-based Ruth’s Hospitality had net income of $...
Luxury hotels difficult to protect from terrorists
MUMBAI, India : For decades, luxury hotels have been oases for travelers in developing countries, places to mingle with the local elite, enjoy a lavish meal or a dip in the pool and sleep in a clean, ...
U.S. bailout, cash infusions at $8.5T
Federal bailouts, equity buys into banks and investment houses, liquidity infusions by the U.S. Federal Reserve Bank, loan guarantees and economic-stimulus checks now total $8.5 trillion. That equals...
Boeing delays 737 deliveries due to parts problem
Boeing Co., which is ramping up airplane production after a costly strike, said Thursday it was delaying the delivery of 737 jetliners and planning to inspect some already in service to replace parts ...
Fewer People Expected To Travel Over Thanksgiving
Gas prices have dropped below $2 a gallon at many locations throughout Florida, but that doesn't mean more people will be filling up the family car to go to Grandma's house for Thanksgiving. Despite ...
ExcelAire Receives London City...
ExcelAire (Stand Nos. 908/200) has received UK Civil Aviation Authority approval to operate its Embraer Legacy 600s into London City Airport (LCY) and is offering charter services effective immediatel...
Orioles lose front office executive to Phillies
Orioles President Andy MacPhail lost one of his top executives today as director of baseball administration Scott Proefrock was hired by the world champion
Travel alerts hit India
With the United States and Australia stepping up travel alerts for the second time in three days, terrorists appear to have succeeded in hitting India's tourism sector, The Times of India reported on ...
Lee Seeks Support of US Businesses for FTA Approval
South Korean President Lee Myung-bak Sunday sought support of U.S. businesses for the rapid ratification of the South Korea-U.S. free trade agreement to help boost bilateral trade and investment. "...
Ex-American Airlines Chief Says Downturn Can Save Carriers
The "cataclysmic events" of the past few months have put a huge strain on consumer spending, leading to a sharp decline in demand for air travel. Already over two dozen airlines have gone bankrupt s...
Thanksgiving air travel expected to drop 10%
Car travel is likely to decline too, says AAA. Penny pinchers are expected to stay close to home and use cheaper ways to visit family such as trains and buses.
An ocean retreat; dream fulfilled
Perched on a rock cliff 100 feet above the ocean sits the cottage of Stan and France Jacot of Minneapolis. Their cottage in Deep Cove, Nova Scotia, a 45-minute drive from Halifax, is a place to slow d...
Banjo Kazooie: Nuts & Bolts
How many 64 fans went out and got themselves a 360? Whatever the figure, the reception of Banjo Kazooe: Nuts & Bolts could be dependent on it. Rare was the one company that developed with near un...
Top of the world
In addition, a number of high-end hotels are opening their doors in Kathmandu making it more attractive to the top-end traveller. The city is best known for its proximity to the spectacular Himalayan ...
Boeing Deliveries to be Delayed
New York (dpa) - U.S. aircraft manufacturer Boeing is to delay its deliveries by 10 weeks in the wake of a two-month strike by its mechanics, the Wall Street Journal reported Wednesday. The first of i...
Qantas plans flight cutbacks
Qantas will not take up the planned lease of two aircraft and will change the flying patterns of existing planes to free up about six 747s, three 767s and one
Holiday Travel Volatile In
Thanksgiving may be the most traditional of American holidays, cutting across religious and political backgrounds. Travel to see friends and relatives is a primary holiday activity. But
Government, Police Clash Over Riot Police System
Riot policemen stand guard at the U.S. embassy in Seoul. The government plans to delay the phasing-out of the riot police system. / Korea Times File By Bae Ji-sook Staff Reporter The government a...
Delta awarding CEO $13.6M for NWA deal
MINNEAPOLIS Delta Air Lines CEO Richard Anderson will get stock awards worth almost $13.6 million beginning next year for closing the carrier's buyout of Northwest Airlines, according to new fi...
Michael Crichton, 66; wrote 'Jurassic Park', created 'ER' - Boston Globe
LOS ANGELES - Michael Crichton, who wrote such best-selling novels as "The Andromeda Strain" and "Jurassic Park," directed such movies as "Coma" and "The Great Train Robbery," and created the long-running TV drama "ER," has died. He was 66. Dr ...
South American cruises on sale, from $394
Cruising South America often comes with a hefty price tag, but many travelers are still willing to pay a pretty penny for these incredible exotic voyages. After factoring in transportation costs to de...
Travel Industry Association Forecasts Stable Leisure Travel Market Despite Rough..
The Travel Industry Association (TIA) today released its annual travel forecast indicating that an uncertain economic climate is leading American and global travelers to change their behaviors. Although leisure travel is stable, business travel is projected to decline and the United States is likely to be hit hard by a further decline in international arrivals.
Corporate focus at tourism fair
The tourism industry is banking on innovative marketing techniques and discounts to beat the economic downturn. Tourism departments and companies are also focussing on the corporate sector to increase...
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