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| Business as usual in Thailand |
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| Bangkok | Fears that the Thai military coup would affect tourists in the country have, so far, proved groundless. The military overthrew the government in a surprise bloodless coup that elicited no advance warnings from either Canadian or U.S. governments. The UK Foreign Office is now advising visitors to the Bangkok "to avoid moving around the city, avoid the areas surrounding Government buildings and locations where large crowds appear to be gathering, as well as any demonstrations and to refrain from approaching military vehicles and personnel".
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| itravel2000 sweeps up at the Sandals Star Awards |
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Retailer shows what its worth
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| Jonathan Carroll | This weekend itravel2000 took home 5 Star (Sandals Travel Agency Awards) Awards. Awarded to agencies who have achieved higher than average sales across Canada and worldwide, itravel2000 was recognized and nominated in almost every category based on highest producing sales - in some categories worldwide. itravel2000 president, Jonathan Carroll was pleased that the company had done so well against international competition and particularly in the high-end Butler Suites and Concierge categories, proving it was not "just a discounter".
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| Addison Shows heading for Quebec and Ontario |
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Great venue for business and education
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| Rex Armstead | The Addison Travel Trade Shows will be rolling through Montreal and southern Ontario next week, giving travel agents and industry suppliers excellent prospects to meet and do business. The shows will be in Montreal on September 25, Ottawa on September 26, Toronto on September 27 and London on September 28. Series Three of the Fall travel trade shows produced by Addison Travel Marketing are larger than ever and will feature more booths, more exhibitors and more opportunities for business and education. Once again Addison has teamed up with the Association of Canadian Travel Agencies (ACTA), to produce a series of industry forums tailored to issues important to local markets.
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| Hillcrest Tour Group closes |
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Retail outlet continues
Toronto-area tour operator Hillcrest Tours has closed its doors after over twenty years in business. There is no evidence that the Travel Industry fund will be affected. Arrangements are being made for customers and all issues being dealt with by company owner George Street. Hillcrest Tours was part of the Hillcrest Tour Group Ltd, which also includes retail agency, Hillcrest Travel Service. The retail operation is expected to continue business.
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| New piers will withstand category 5 hurricanes |
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Cruise ships looking at facilities to ensure safety
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| Hurrican Wilma hits Cozumel | New cruise piers across the Caribbean are being designed to withstand up to Category 5 hurricanes. The new piers will be strong enough to survive winds of up to 155 mph 249 km/hr enabling cruise ships to quickly return to destinations, decreasing schedule disruptions. Carnival's new Grand Turk pier was the first in the region built to the new specifications and apparently at least four others are under construction.
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| Notification from ACTA |
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TICO non-compliance letters
Heather Craig-Peddie, ACTA Regional Manager, Ontario has sent an email to ACTA members regarding TICO non compliance letters received by members under the Travel Industry Act. The notification states: "An issue has been brought to our attention concerning the receipt of letters from TICO regarding non-compliance of Section 33 of Regulation 26/05 under the Travel Industry Act 2002.
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| PATA chapter to tour Bata Shoe Museum |
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| Bata Shoe Museum | The Eastern Canada Chapter of the Pacific Asia Travel Association is holding a tour of Toronto's Bata Shoe Museum on October 15. A specially arranged escorted tour through the exhibition of Chinese children's shoes - "Watched by Heaven. Tied to the Earth. Summoning Animal Protection for Chinese Children" - is planned. Displayed shoes from elsewhere in Asia will also be viewed. Friends, relatives and colleagues are welcome to join the 2 p.m. event, which costs $10 for members and $12 for non-members. RSVP to pataecc@hotmail.com or fax 416-466-6552.
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