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| Travelzest boss discusses itravel2000 & his plans |
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Mottershead sees more opportunities in the Canadian market
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| Chris Mottershead | When the news broke last week that itravel2000 had been acquired by UK firm Travelzest, the gasp after the $51.5million price tag, was followed by the question, "Who is Travelzest?" The short answer to that is: Chris Mottershead. Well known to the Canadian travel industry, Mottershead was president and CEO of the North American Leisure Group (NALG) now MyTravel, before leaving to join rival TUI UK in 2001. During his time at NALG, Mottershead honed his acquisition skills, buying wholesaler /consolidator, The Holiday Network, along with discount retailers The Last Minute Club, The Wholesale travel Group, The Travel Hotline and Belair Travel among others.
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| Qantas evaluating onboard wireless and cell phones |
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No sound of silence
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| HELLO! | Qantas will introduce technology to enable in-flight mobile telephone use and will run a trial on Boeing 767 aircraft over the first three months of 2007. The technology will allow passengers to make calls and send emails and text messages on mobile phones or other personal handheld devices. A survey conducted by the Australian carrier found that the vast majority of its business travellers were interested in such a service, as it would mean they could be contacted at any time and it would represent "an effective use of time".
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| Royal Caribbean expands to Asia in 2007 |
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Rhapsody of the Seas to sail from Singapore, Hong Kong and Shanghai
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| Adam Goldstein | Royal Caribbean International announced its return to Asia in December 2007. Rhapsody of the Seas will debut December 10, 2007, in Singapore offering a series of sailings that will call on Malaysia and Thailand. The ship will then continue on from Hong Kong, where it will arrive in time for the Chinese New Year holiday season, offering a series of itineraries calling at ports in Taiwan, Japan, and Sanya, Hainan Island. Rhapsody then heads to Shanghai, China, from where it call on ports in Japan and Korea.
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| Goway announces "Go Globetrotting Travel EXPOS" |
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Cricket washout turns quizzical
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| Goway & Air New Zealand | The annual Goway/Air New Zealand Cricket Game sponsored by Air New Zealand held at the Toronto Cricket, Skating and Curling Club on September 13 got rained out. This however didn't dampen anyone's spirits as both team's players participated in a rousing "Cricket Trivia Quiz", with Air New Zealand up to the challenge - snatching the 2006 trophy from 2 time winner Goway. Meanwhile, Goway has released the Fall dates for their roadshows across Canada. "Go Globetrotting Travel EXPOS" provide an opportunity for agents across Canada to educate themselves on Goway's exotic destinations and to network with destination experts and meet with potential clients.
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| Pack your pooch! |
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Expedia.ca 's Top 10 pet-pampering hotels
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| Jake at the Soho Grand in New York | The week of September 24 is National Dog Week and for pet loving travellers, here's a rundown on Expedia's choice of "Top Ten" pet friendly hotels in the North America. These are definitely in the "rich and famous" category, but doesn't the doggie deserve to holiday in the lap of luxury once in awhile. 1. The Hotel Monaco in San Francisco like all Kimpton hotels, the Monaco welcomes pets. Their "Bone-a-Petite" package includes a designer dog dish, gourmet treats and toys, and temporary dog tags.
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| Sunquest Early Booking Bonuses running out |
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Savings for clients still available
As the summer draws to a close, so do many of Sunquest's great Early Booking Bonuses which offer savings up to $1,600 per couple at select resorts, along with the Samsung Z5 mp3 player gift offer. The Samsung Z5 mp3 player remains available on all new bookings until October 6, for departures between December 21 and October 31, 2007.
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