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Thomas Cook Sells Off North America Operations for Peanuts

Aleksandr Shatskih

Thomas Cook Group PLC has announced selling their North American operations to Canada firm Red Label Vacations Inc. According to the news, the deal was worth only $5.2 million from the firm that operates travel website www.redtag.ca.

12 years ago

Harvest Time at Entre Cielos with the Andes Out Your Window

Phil Butler

I was just speaking via Facebook IM with Cécile Adam, one of the owners of Mendoza, Argentina luxury resort Entre Cielos, which we covered in this article last year. News today from there speaks of what Cécile says may be a record grape harvest for their wine operations, and the hotel being picked a favorite by Travel & Leisure recently.

12 years ago

Top 5 Must See Attractions in Australia

Argo Contributor

If you’re planning a trip to Australia then you are in for a real treat. Combining rich history with a vibrant modern culture, Australia is home to some of the most amazing natural landscapes and attractions in the world. There is a huge array of things to see and do in Australia, but here are just a few suggestions to get you started:

12 years ago

Best Chicago Eats for Any Budget

Argo Contributor

Rather spend your money on sightseeing and shopping than fancy restaurants? You can still taste the best of Chicago without spending a bundle or resorting to fast food. Even college kids stay within their budget while bypassing Subway and tiny greasy burgers. Visiting Chicago to taste what the best chefs have to offer? If money is no object, you can’t miss restaurant row during your trip.

12 years ago

Boeing Lands Ryanair Contract, Biggest Ever in Europe

Aleksandr Shatskih

Boeing has just landed a Ryanair contract that is the largest ever from a European carrier. Boeing is to supply some 175 aircraft to the budget carrier, the purchase price totals were not disclosed.

12 years ago

Failte Ireland Says St. Paddy’s Day Best Ever

Aleksandr Shatskih

According to Ireland’s National Tourism Development Authority, Failte Ireland and the so called Gathering have seen a big boost from St. Patrick’s Day tourism.

12 years ago

Optimistic Projections for the Global Hotel Industry

Aleksandr Shatskih

Occupancy rates and revenue per available room (RevPAR) are set to rise in 2013; a positive prognostic that will also affect travel agencies, tour operators, and global distribution systems.

12 years ago

How to Win a 7-night Club Med Getaway for a Family of 4

Aleksandr Shatskih

Club Med launched a new global campaign surrounding the idea of happiness, in 47 countries around the world in 22 languages, including the U.S.

12 years ago

BBC Worldwide Bids a Bitter Farewell to Lonely Planet

Aleksandr Shatskih

BBC Worldwide sold Lonely Planet at £51.5m, after paying a total of £130.2m for it, in two stages in 2007 and 2011. For BBC Worldwide, this is a significant loss.

12 years ago

Vacation Rentals Move In On Hotels – Some More

Phil Butler

Every Baby Boomer contemporary I know remembers the family beach vacation rental. Sure, we stayed at the Holiday Inn or Thunderbird Inn every now and then, but back when the best value was just a house or condo rental. And guess what? For the most part, renting a vacation flat, villa, home, or even houseboat beats forking over ten times as much for a hotel room.

12 years ago

Toronto Fashion Week Puts On the Ritz-Carlton

Aleksandr Shatskih

Coming March 18-22, Ontario and Toronto will host the World MasterCard Fashion Week Toronto at the fabulous Ritz Carlton.

12 years ago

Questex Hospitality + Travel Updates Luxury Travel Event

Aleksandr Shatskih

Questex Hospitality + Travel has announced having revamped their 2013 Luxury Travel event. This year attendees, agents, and sponsors will experience a far more rich event with greater networking and visibility than ever before.

12 years ago

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