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Jibbigo Translation App Gets New Functionality

Phil Butler

According to news from Mobile Technologies, LLC, the company has developed what they claim is the world’s most advanced foreign language translation tool for travelers. “Jibbigo” is an all-in-one app for iOS devices that can translate 20 languages and dialects.

13 years ago

Business Travel Costs Rise, Driven By BRIC Nations

Aleksandr Shatskih

Anyone planning a business trip to Russia, Brazil, or India in the near future would do well to avoid delaying their travel plans. Or at least, they would if the new American Express Global Business Travel survey is to be believed.

13 years ago

A Creepy Miami Beach Promises a Hot Halloween

Mihaela Lica Butler

Miami Beach may be a favorite destination to enjoy a fun-filled Spring break, but how many consider it to spend a spooky Halloween? Can this colorful, serene landscape creep the bejesus out of you this October 31?

13 years ago

2012 World Travel Awards: Asia, Australasia and the Indian Ocean

Aleksandr Shatskih

Singapore is readying itself for the 2012 edition of the World Travel Awards 2012 for Asia, Australasia and the Indian Ocean, which take place later today.

13 years ago

DPRK Opens The Door To Chinese Tourists

Aleksandr Shatskih

It’s one of the world’s most secretive countries to be sure, but that fact isn’t stopping North Korea’s tourism chiefs from stepping up efforts to attract more visitors to the country – so long as they come from China.

13 years ago

Iceland Tourism on the Rise

Mihaela Lica Butler

More and more US tourists are arriving in Iceland in 2012, compared to the same time-frame in 2011. The numbers are expected to skyrocket in 2013. Icelandair has already announced a 15 percent increase in flights for the upcoming months.

13 years ago

Around the World in 80 Hours Comes to Frankfurt

Aleksandr Shatskih

Coming to Frankfurt October 20th through 27th, Around the World in 80 Hours is an immersive training experience focused on business travel management. The program is designed for travel professionals and university students to glean knowledge in global corporate travel.

13 years ago

Oman To Get First Underwater Hotel

Aleksandr Shatskih

Following a deal made earlier this year to begin work on a series of hi-tech underwater hotels in its home city of Dubai, Drydocks World has announced that it plans to expand the concept of aquatic hospitality to neighboring Oman.

13 years ago

Warlikowski’s Erotic Hit Lulu Comes to La Monnaie

Aleksandr Shatskih

Following his roaring successes with productions of theatrical hits Macbeth and Meadea, legendary Polish director Krzysztof Warlikowski is now hoping to make it third time lucky when he returns to La Monnaie with the premiere of his newest production – Lulu by Alban Berg.

13 years ago

Wyndham Hotel Group Announces India Plans

Aleksandr Shatskih

In hotels news, global hospitality player Wyndham Hotel Group has announced a major expansion of their already vast hotel offerings. According to the news, the group intends opening some 80 hotels on the sub-continent within the next five years. The moves, reportedly achieved via acquisitions, partnerships, and building, will make Wyndham one of India’s biggest competitors in rooms.

13 years ago

TUI’s Michael Frenzel @ WTM London Lunch

Phil Butler

News from the upcoming WTM London, Dr. Michael Frenzel, Chairman of TUI AG, is slated to be the headline speaker for the Captain’s of Industry Lunch on day one of the 2012 event.

13 years ago

World Travel Awards 2012 Highlight Brief

Aleksandr Shatskih

This year’s World Travel Awards have been announced revealing some of the hospitality and travel industry’s brightest stars. Top honors went out to; Lufthansa, Kempinski Hotels & Resorts, DFDS Seaways, Disneyland Paris and Norwegian Cruise Line, among many others.

13 years ago

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