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HST TO ARRIVE IN ONTARIO, B.C. THIS MAY
Harmonized Sales Tax begins to phase into effect in Ontario and B.C. within a few months. While the HST applies to goods and services purchased on or after July 1, 2010, the HST also applies to prepayments starting on May 1, 2010, for goods or services that will be provided on or after July 1, 2010. This affects passenger transportation services, meaning the HST will be applicable to pre-payments made after May 1 on round-trip journeys to be taken, wholly, after July 1. However, HST will not generally apply to round-trip journeys that commence before July 1, 2010, no matter when payment is made.
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CONDOR’S NEW WEBSITE
Condor Travel has announced that they have finished their new corporate website, which features the six destinations they handle (Argentina, Brazil, Bolivia, Chile, Ecuador and Peru). The new website also offers news, pictures and more. In addition, Condor Travel has also launched their new Condor Travel Blog.
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| VOTING BEGINS FOR AWARDS OF MERIT 2009 |
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First round of voting to choose three finalists in each nomination begins today; first round of voting continues until Feb. 7, 2010
It's about that time again, when your vote opinion matter most. The first round of voting to choose three finalists in each nomination has begun for the Awards of Merit 2009. Don’t let your voice go unheard! Vote for your favourite company, representative and more. This year’s Awards of Merit 2009 is a salute to you and all of your colleagues who have made this past year one to remember. Round 1 of voting will begin today and will continue until February 7, 2010. The second series of votes to choose the winner in each nomination will be held February 8, 2010 to February 21, 2010, with a presentation of the winners in each nomination announced in TRAVELHotNews.com on March 1, 2010. Click here to see complete contest details and nominees. Click here to cast your vote now. Good luck to all those nominated. Let the voting begin!
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| JAL SAYS THEY’RE HERE TO STAY |
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Japan Airlines releases statement regarding recent file for bankruptcy; says that they are here to stay
As a result of Japan Airlines’ (JAL) recent move to file for bankruptcy, JAL has recently released a message confirming that they are now receiving the support needed to speed up revitalization. The statement titled “JAL. We’re here to stay,” confirms that Japan Airlines Corporation, Japan Airlines International and JAL Capital are now receiving the support of Enterprise Turnaround Initiative Corporation of Japan. To see if anything has changed, keep reading.
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| MYRTLE BEACH SAYS HELLO |
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Myrtle Beach CVB hosts evening event on Tuesday Jan. 19th with Porter Airlines to celebrate new service
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| Adam Wilcox, Kimberly Miles, Elaine Michaud, Scott Schult, Danna Lilly, Kimberly Hartley, Steve Mays | | Last Tuesday, Canadian media were invited to the CN Tower for a special ‘Myrtle Beach Bash’ to celebrate inaugural Porter Service to the destination, which begins on February 28. Myrtle Beach also celebrated its brand new presence in Toronto with Canadian representative Kimberly Hartley. Guests started out the evening with a brief reception and remarks from Scott Schult from the Myrtle Beach Area CVB, Adam Wilcox from Porter Airlines, and Steve Mays from Myrtle Beach Golf Holiday.
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| WEDDINGS AT CLUB MED |
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Club Med now offers Club Med Weddings; three types of packages to choose from: Basic, Family Wedding and Eco-Chic
Club Med has introduced Club Med Weddings by Imagine; this is a service created especially for couples who want to hold their dream wedding at a special destination. Available at any of Club Med’s Caribbean, Mexican and U.S. resorts, couples will be guided by a Club Med Wedding Specialist who handles the details according to the desired customizations. The worry-free planning process allows couples to easily add their personal touch via exclusive décor packages, gourmet meals or even sailing and sports. There are three types of packages available, starting at US$4,200.
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| AAT KINGS WEBINAR COMING UP |
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On Feb. 5, AAT Kings offers you a 30-minute presentation on the 13-day Highlights of Australia tour
AAT Kings is offering agents a webinar on Feb. 5. Join Australia Specialist, Jeff Adam, to learn more about the ‘Highlights of Australia’ 13-day tour. It’s an ideal two-week tour of Australia for your clients. Register for the seminar. Choose the best time for you. There are three time slots available for Feb. 5. Click the links below to sign up.
-the first time slot is at 6 a.m. PST/ 7 a.m. MST/ 8 a.m. CST/ 9 a.m. EST;
-the second time slot is at 9 a.m. PST/ 10 a.m. MST/ 11 a.m. CST/ 12 p.m. EST;
-the third time slot is at 12 p.m. PST/ 1 p.m. MST/ 2 p.m. CST/ 3 p.m. EST
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| IATA, US AGREE ON SECURITY |
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IATA, U.S. Department of Homeland Security meet in Geneva
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) hosted an historic aviation security summit with the US Department of Homeland Security (DHS). IATA Director General and CEO Giovanni Bisignani and DHS Secretary Janet Napolitano spearheaded a new era of industry/government cooperation to improve aviation security around the world. The summit was held at IATA’s headquarters in Geneva and included the Secretary General of the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO), top executives from 25 airlines as well as participants from the US Government.
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| ACV FEELS THE LOVE |
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Air Canada Vacations offers 30% savings on 3 nights or more to London or Paris this Valentine’s
This Valentine's, love is in the air with Air Canada Vacations. Book an Air & Hotel package of three nights or more to London or Paris and save your client up to 30 per cent. To receive this offer, bookings must be made by February 15, 2010 for travel completed by March 31, 2010. With ACV & Me Rewards, earn 200 Aeroplan Miles for every passenger booked by February 15, 2010 for an Air & Hotel package to London or Paris for travel completed by March 31, 2010.
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TRAVEL BOUND REPORTS 15% INCREASE
Travel Bound has reported a 15 per cent increase in 2009 bookings compared to 2008, with gains in all product categories. Hotel stays rose eight per cnet, sightseeing tours 15 per cent, transfers 33 per cent and pre-set land packages 50 per cent. Destinations showing the highest gains in bookings were Greece and the U.S.
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ICELANDAIR'S NEW LOUNGE IN BOSTON
Icelandair has announced that they are now sharing the Virgin Atlantic Lounge in Boston. Remember, when flying Icelandair Economy Comfort and Saga Class, passengers have priority check-in and full access to the Business class lounges.
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AIR TRAGEDY IN BEIRUT
An Ethiopian Airlines plane carrying 90 people caught fire and crashed into the sea minutes after taking off from Beirut early Monday, setting off a frantic search as passenger seats, baby sandals and other debris washed ashore. At least 34 bodies were recovered. The cause of the crash was not immediately known. Lebanon has seen stormy weather since Sunday night, with crackling thunder, lightning and pouring rain. Lebanese President Michel Suleiman said terrorism was not suspected in the crash of Flight 409, which was headed for the Ethiopian capital, Addis Ababa.
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