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Larsen C Antarctica Ice Breakup Creates a Trillion Ton Iceberg

Phil Butler

Breaking news, a large portion of an ice shelf in Antarctica has broken off and collapsed into the ocean. The Larsen C ice shelf was a major extension of the West Antarctic ice sheet, and it has implications for ice in the region, as well as sea levels globally.

8 years ago

Travel + Leisure: Santorini Ranks First in Top-10 Islands Category

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Greece has dominated ‘Europe’s Top 10 Islands’ category at this year’s Travel + Leisure World’s Best Awards, with Santorini taking first place, Crete ranking fourth, Paros in fifth place and Rhodes following in at number six.

8 years ago

The World’s Biggest Whisky Festival ‘Whisky Live’ Returns to Hong Kong

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Whisky Live Hong Kong 2017, organized in conjunction with Whisky Magazine, is set to begin ticket sales on 1 August for its one-day whisky celebration.

8 years ago

Aegean Airlines Steps Up Rewards and Partnerships

Aleksandr Shatskih

In news from Aegean Airlines Europe’s best regional carrier expanded a codeshare agreement with EgyptAir to offer new routes and enable passengers to enjoy enhanced connectivity from Cairo International Airport and Athens International Airport. Also from Aegean, a partner program with award winning Grace Hotels promises clients added value and experiences.

8 years ago

Z.TAO Unveils the new Fashion Zone, Stunning at Madame Tussauds Hong Kong

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Red-hot artist Mr. Huang Zitao today made special appearance at Madame Tussauds Hong Kong to attend the Fashion Zone grand opening ceremony. Z. TAO also used his usual unique way to introduce the Fashion Zone to the media, fans and through a live broadcast. The opening ceremony held at Fashion Zone, Madame Tussauds Hong Kong. […]

8 years ago

A Week on Crete for the Family

Phil Butler

Being destined to one week “only” on Crete is something like passing through heaven on your way to anywhere else. This arid, sunny, and friendly paradise in the eastern Mediterranean is a place people go to, and then never leave. For couples and singles, hitting a good many high spots might be feasible, but for a small family the itinerary must be crisp, tailored, and the traveler must take a lot into consideration. Here’s a suggested week long stay, an introduction to one of the world’s most fabulous getaways.

8 years ago

LABRANDA Cactus Garden Opens Its Doors in Jandía

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After a complete refurbishment that saw new accompaniments to the hotel, LABRANDA Cactus Garden started welcoming its first guests Saturday, July 1st, 2017.

8 years ago

Grupo Real Turismo Expands Distribution Partnership with eRevMax

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Mexican hospitality major Grupo Real Turismo has chosen to expand its partnership with eRevMax to centrally manage online distribution for 9 additional properties taking the total to 38. The group found RTConnect to be the perfect 2-way connectivity solution between its property management system and online sales channels to increase online visibility and revenue. Headquartered […]

8 years ago

MSC Meraviglia Gets Stellar Sendoff from Sophia Loren

Phil Butler

Earlier this month Switzerland-based cruise MSC Cruises christened the MSC Meraviglia at a ceremony in Le Havre, France highlighted by film legend Sophia Loren. MSC Cruises’ biggest ship ever, the 171,598-ton Meraviglia is a $1 billion dollar, 19 deck supership capable of carrying 5,714 passengers.

8 years ago

Coming in August: The International Documentary Festival of Ierapetra

Aleksandr Shatskih

Coming to the south coast of Crete this August 5th thru 9th, the 4th International Documentary Festival of Ierapetra is dedicated to civilization. This year’s festival follows the same motive as all past version in documenting history throughout Greece and the world.

8 years ago

Metasearch: The Winning Approach To Direct Bookings

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A new analysis by FASTBOOKING on the various Metasearch players, providing hoteliers with a clear vision to improve their online performance and to take control of their distribution.

8 years ago

Remote Year Takes You Places

Aleksandr Shatskih

Remote Year brings together communities of location-independent professionals to spend a year working, traveling and exploring 12 cities around the world.

8 years ago

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