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  • Jude Law races around Yas Marina Circuit

    British actor Jude Law, the guts-throb star of countless Hollywood hits, swapped red carpets for chequered flags on a contemporary trip to Abu Dhabi’s Yas Marina Circuit – the futuristic home of the emirate’s annual Formula 1™ Etihad Airways Abu Dhabi Grand Prix.

    With stunned fans snapping the Cold Mountain, The Talented Mr. Ripley, Road to Perdition and Sherlock Holmes star on their cell phones, fearless Law buckled into an open-cockpit Yas Supersport SST – a mini version of Le Mans endurance vehicles – for thrill-a-minute ‘Hot Laps’ round the 5.5km track.

    “Jude was stunned by the total experience – he was a natural racer,” said a Yas Marina Circuit insider. “He even said he was considering returning to Abu Dhabi for the Grand Prix in November.”

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  • News: World Travel Awards issues final demand Indian Ocean votes

    World Travel Awards – known globally because the Oscars of the travel industry – has issued a last demand voters to cast their ballots prior to the Indian Ocean Gala Ceremony next month.

    Established in 1993, WTA is recognised globally because the highest accolade in travel and tourism, and serves to recognise, acknowledge and reward excellence of purchaser service, product development and business performance during the tourism industry.

    A stylish, exclusive and spectacular World Travel Awards Gala Ceremony is scheduled to occur on May 12th on the Paradise Island Resort & Spa within the glorious Maldives.

    Awards in over 50 categories will see premium travel, tourism and hospitality companies compete for coveted awards.

    The 2013 nominees are published here, while votes may be cast here.

    Voting closes April 11th 2013.

  • Hume Whitehead to symbolize Adrian Hoteles in UK

    Adrian Hoteles has appointed Hume Whitehead to see after its public relations within the UK.

    The agency was tasked with raising the profile of all three hotels and establishing the emblem within the Uk.

    Adrian Hoteles is a family-run chain of 3 hotels located inside the sunny resort of Costa Adeje, within the south of Tenerife: five star Hotel Jardines de Nivaria, five star Roca Nivaria Gran Hotel and 4 star Hotel Colón Guanahaní.

    With the primary of the hotels being opened in 1990, Adrian Hoteles was steadily growing whilst maintaining its core philosophy and principles: the wellbeing of its customers and its commitment to our surroundings.

    Hume Whitehead director and co-founder, Richard Hume, who stands out as the account’s main point of contact, such as account director, Cristina Cunchillos, commented: “We are delighted to be working with Adrian Hoteles and to assist the family-run business get more presence within the UK media.

    “Its three hotels have loads to give and whilst all very different, all offer a mixture of quality, friendly staff and commitment to the surroundings, that are all very important to the united kingdom consumer.”

    Since opening its doors to the general public, the 3 hotels had been continuously recognised and awarded by both organisations and independent travel websites.

    Rafael Adrián, owner of Adrian Hoteles, said: “We are very happy to be working with Hume Whitehead within the UK and were particularly impressed with their knowledge of both the island of Tenerife in addition to the hotel industry.

    “We are keen to determine more business from the united kingdom market, which we recognise as already having great potential for us in addition to a totally loyal base of shoppers to the island.”

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  • News: Captains named just before Norwegian Breakaway launch

    Norwegian Cruise Line has announced the seasoned captains who will serve on Norwegian Breakaway, the company’s most innovative ship so far.

    Norwegian also introduced the ship’s hotel director, accountable for all guest areas, including the 28 dining options, world-class entertainment inclusive of three Broadway shows, extensive nightlife venues, family and recreational activities and staterooms starting from studios to the luxury suites within the Haven.

    Following the ship’s transatlantic voyage and series of exciting inaugural events, Norwegian Breakaway, the biggest cruise ship to ever be constructed in Germany, will sail seven-night cruises from Ny city to Bermuda under the command of Captain Evans Hoyt, an experienced seafarer, with greater than 30 years at sea.

    He joined Norwegian Cruise Line in 2005.

    Previously serving as Captain of the company’s US flagged vessel, Pride of America, Captain Hoyt is accountable for all aspects of the ship, its guests and crew.

    He also served as Captain aboard three additional ships in the Norwegian fleet, including Norwegian Spirit. Captain Hoyt graduated from america Merchant Marine Academy in Long island in 1982.

    Born in Morocco, the son of a US diplomat, he has lived in lots of different countries.

    Showing his true passion for the ocean, he and his wife sail the arena on their sailboat during his day off.

    While Captain Hoyt is enjoying his holidays, Captain Hakan Svedung will take the helm of Norwegian Breakaway.

    He was at sea for 35 years and is currently captain of Norwegian Epic.

    Captain Svedung, who lives in Sweden, joined Norwegian in 2006; ahead of that he worked for Star Cruises, one in every of Norwegian’s shareholders, for 12 years.

    Norwegian has also announced that Denis Prguda will function Norwegian Breakaway’s Hotel Director.

    Denis began his career at Norwegian in 1997 on board the Leeward and has since held lots of positions on numerous ships in Norwegian’s fleet.

    His previous positions have included Food and Beverage Director and Assistant Hotel Director.

    He was promoted to Hotel Director in 2008.

    As Hotel Director he has led teams on Norwegian Pearl, Norwegian Jade and Norwegian Epic. When he isn’t on board, Denis spends his holidays together with his family, including his wife and two daughters, in Dubrovnik, Croatia.

    “We carefully chose these seasoned veterans to guide the on board team so that you can launch the foremost extraordinary ship in our company’s history,” said Kevin Sheehan, Norwegian Cruise Line’s chief executive officer.

    “These team members have a proven track record as successful leaders in our operations team and possess the dedication and fervour in order to make the launch of Norwegian Breakaway in Ny city our most successful new ship launch up to now.”

  • Island Routes expands into Grenada

    Island Routes Caribbean Adventures has announced a myriad of latest adventures in Grenada, the eighth Caribbean island to host Island Routes’ award-winning adventures.

    Grenada is named the ‘Spice Isle’, not only due to its mass exportation of nutmeg, but its rich cultural heritage, endearing locals and its eclectic village life make it some of the authentic places within the Caribbean.

    With an initial inventory of 16 new off-road adventures, water-based attractions, and epicurean and cultural excursions, visitors can Live Funner in ways they never thought possible.

    “We are excited to introduce visitors to the easy, colourful lifestyle and unmatched warmth of the Grenadians who could be the very ‘spice’ of the island,” said David Shields, general manager, Island Routes Caribbean Adventures. 

    “As we continue to expand our offerings in much more islands this year, Island Routes will continue to preserve an identical quality, standards and commitment that make Island Routes’ adventures probably the most fun and trustworthy provider of unique experiences within the Caribbean.”

    Island Routes exhilarating water sport adventures offer picturesque views of Grenada’s colourful coastline on fast, inflatable motorboats, a 60 foot catamaran built by one of many world’s top Catamaran designers, deep sea fishing boats, and more.

    For individuals who like to stay on land, Island Routes’ off-road Jeep safaris provide an exciting experience as you drive through Grenada’s rainforest spotting the well-liked Mono monkeys.

    Cultural excursions invite guests to sample the island’s spices, exotic flowers, rare fruits, and rich, organic, locally made chocolate and award winning rums which have given Grenada international recognition.

    Island Routes anticipates the event of a portfolio of goods for cruise clients besides. Furthermore, Island Routes is proud to be the exclusive tour and excursion provider for Sandals La Source and could have an island outpost on property when it opens in December 2013.

    By the top of 2013, Island Routes plans to expand to the Dominican Republic; Aruba; Nassau, Bahamas; and St Maarten/St. Martin. Dominican Republic is scheduled to launch September 1st 2013 in Punta Cana, La Romana and Samana.

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