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  • Holiday Rentals in Spain

    Spain is a very popular destination for holiday makers especially from the UK. With a flight to Spain only taking a few hours it is a great place to rent a villa or apartment for the week. When looking for holiday rentals in Spain, you may want to consider such factors as distance from the beach, local night life, places to eat and drink and surrounding shops. With the majority of Spanish holiday places speaking fluent English it does mean that you will not have to worry about a language barrier and you will find that the locals are extremely friendly and welcoming. Spain offers nice summer weather and beautiful clean beaches for those wishing to top up their tan.

    Spanish apartments can be very reasonably priced with a huge choice, you will always find somewhere to suit the majority of budgets, whether it be a cheap family getaway you are looking for or an all inclusive 5 star resort.

  • La Tourism launches ‘Car Free LA’

    The car is not any longer king in LA.  With over 120 miles of latest bike ways created in the city of l. a. within the last two years, increased Metro transit options and the expanded frequency and reach of CicLAvia—the nation’s largest open streets event—the city is putting the brakes on its car-centric roots.  Beginning Earth Day, April 22, the la Tourism & Convention Board (LA Tourism) invites travellers to join this green movement with the launch of “Car Free LA,” an eco-friendly initiative designed to showcase the city’s unexpected car-free offerings.

    “Car Free LA” encompasses a series of expertly-tailored itineraries centered around exploring Los Angeles’ various neighborhoods taking walks , bike and public transportation while highlighting the city’s iconic attractions, vibrant music scene, historic architecture, arts and culture, eclectic cuisine and endless entertainment. “Car Free LA” itineraries are available in without cost at: http://www.discoverlosangeles.com/CarFreeLA.

    From taking the Angel’s Flight Railway to the head of Bunker Hill, then commencing strolling to explore MOCA, the Walt Disney Concert Hall and Grand Park, to heading out by bike on a scenic beach ride, these self-guided itineraries give visitors the tools they have to navigate town without hoping on a car.  Along with saving money on gas, travelers can add time to their vacations and find a side of la they may otherwise overlook from behind the wheel. Themed itineraries include:

    *  DISCOVER HOLLYWOOD CAR FREE (via foot, bike, and Metro) – Explore old Hollywood gems including the Hollywood Roosevelt Hotel and the TCL   Chinese Theatre strolling; take the Metro Red Line to Universal Studios Hollywood.
    *  DISCOVER WEHO & MUSEUM ROW CAR FREE (via foot and bus) – Get immersed in art and culture at Los Angeles’ Museum Row; bus or walk to The Grove and the unique Farmers Market; explore Fairfax Avenue with a trip to Canter’s Deli and bar hop along Sunset Boulevard.
    *  DISCOVER BEACH CITIES CAR FREE (via foot and bike) – Absorb the Santa Monica Pier and Pacific Park; bike to Muscle Beach, the Venice Canals and Abbot Kinney Boulevard; walk along Santa Monica’s Main Street and Santa Monica Place for the superior shopping on the town.
    *  DISCOVER DOWNTOWN CAR FREE (via foot and Metro) – Take a car-less tour of bourgeoning Downtown with a ride on Angel’s Flight, the world’s shortest railway; walk to MOCA, the Walt Disney Concert Hall and the hot Grand Park; ride the Expo Line to Exposition Park to go to the Natural History Museum and California Science Center, home to the gap Shuttle Endeavor.
    *  DISCOVER LA MUSIC CAR FREE (via foot, bus, and Metro) – Rock and roll along LA’s music scene along the infamous Hollywood Walk of Fame, through LA via West Hollywood’s Sunset Strip, Hollywood and Downtown, with stops on the Hollywood Bowl, Amoeba Records and the GRAMMY Museum.
    *  DISCOVER SAN PEDRO CAR FREE (via foot and Waterfront Red Line) – Experience LA’s Waterfront with a trip to Downtown San Pedro, Ports o’ Call and the USS Iowa, the world’s greatest Battleship.
    *  DISCOVER MULTICULTURAL DOWNTOWN CAR FREE (via foot and Metro) – Ride the Metro to the ethnic enclaves of Olvera Street, Chinatown and Little Tokyo; stop at La Plaza de Cultura y Artes, visit Philippe the unique and explore the Japanese American Cultural & Community Center.

    Visitors to the “Car Free LA” site may also find up-to-date information on car-free events together with CicLAvia and popular guided tours from Bikes and Hikes LA, Starline Tours and more.  As well, the location provides details on bike rentals from companies like Pedal or Not and Perry’s Café and Rentals and an inventory of LA’s scenic hiking trails.

    The “Car Free LA” program makes its debut at a time when the city’s give attention to walking, biking, and public transportation is at an all-time high. In January 2013, La adopted a brand new bike rental program with a view to put 4,000 bikes at the road with 400 rental stations through the city inside the coming months, making it the second one-biggest public bike rental program within the U.S.  Newz transit oriented developments will ultimately create 87 miles of rail connecting destinations across LA County, further changing the face of l. a. .  Designed as an extended-term tourism initiative, LA Tourism will add new “Car Free LA” itineraries on an ongoing basis.

  • Boris Johnson declares Abu Dhabi ‘world beaters’

    London mayor Boris Johnson has declared himself “impressed and fascinated” by Abu Dhabi’s cultural vision after touring Saadiyat Island – where the Cultural District could be home to the Louvre Abu Dhabi, Zayed National Museum and Guggenheim Abu Dhabi.

    During the tour the mayor also met HE Sheikh Sultan Bin Tahoon Al Nahyan, chairman of Abu Dhabi Tourism & Culture Authority.

    Johnson, who showed particular interest in a model of the Zayed National Museum designed by Lord Norman Foster, said he believed the architecture of the museums, combined with the museums’ collection and narrative and Saadiyat’s surroundings would present a compelling visitor proposition.

    “To my mind you’re making a cluster of true world beaters,” he told Sheikh Sultan.

    The mayor was on a fact-finding visit to Abu Dhabi to forge links between the region and London.

    He highlighted many areas of past, present and future collaboration. Opportunities for cultural projects in London include the realm in and across the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park in Stratford.

    Ambitious regeneration plans are in place to make the realm a global class sporting, entertainment and cultural centre as a legacy of the London 2012 Olympic & Paralympic Games.

    “London and Abu Dhabi share a rich history of cultural exchange.

    “This is something i would like to encourage. i’ve been hugely impressed by Abu Dhabi’s scale of ambition in relation to developing an international class cultural offer.

    “I am keen we explore ways for further future collaboration not least in London’s growth areas corresponding to Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park within the east of the town which hosted last year’s Olympic and Paralympic Games.” he said.

    Mayor Johnson said the activation of East London into London’s tourism appeal would also benefit the Abu Dhabi-owned ExCel London – which last year hosted more Olympic events than another venue.

    “There is far we will learn from London and masses we will share,” said Sheikh Sultan.

    “The British capital did a superior job in hosting the 2012 Olympics and that i need to congratulate you on it.”

  • Tourism Australia participates in Travelweek

    Tourism Australia will perform luxury travel trade event, Travelweek, this week as portion of its efforts to reinforce relationships with leading travel operators and inspire more Brazilians to experience Australia’s unique attractions for themselves.

    Brazil is a concern growth marketplace for Tourism Australia because it pursues a goal of tripling Brazilian visitor expenditure in Australia by 2020. Australia is an increasingly popular destination for affluent Brazilian travelers, with visitor numbers growing 6.5% to 31,370 within the year to January 2013.

    “Travelweek, as one of the crucial important events for Latin America’s luxury travel industry, presents a superb opportunity to satisfy with operators, develop new relationships and strengthen existing partnerships,” said Tourism Australia Vp, The Americas, Jane Whitehead, who will attend the April 16-19 event.

    Mrs Whitehead said Tourism Australia’s growth strategy for the Brazil market was inquisitive about a couple of opportunities. “We are developing consumer marketing activities in partnership with airlines, industry and media partners to advertise higher awareness of why there’s nothing like Australia for a memorable vacation.

    “We also wish to encourage agents to finish our Aussie Specialist training program, which enables them to extend their understanding of Australia’s outstanding range and quality of vacation options and help them sell the destination confidently.

    Interest in Australia is growing and 4 Brazilian tour operators will travel to Sydney later this month to wait the Australia Tourism Exchange (ATE), the premier event for operators from worldwide to fulfill with Australian operators as they showcase their product and services.

    “Australia has always been a well-liked destination for Brazilian students and adventure travelers, and more Brazilians are discovering that Australia also offers exceptional luxury vacation options that combine fine accommodations set in spectacular locations with excellent food and wine,” Mrs Whitehead said.

    “It’s never been easier to go to, with improved flight options including direct flights with Qantas and LATAM in addition to convenient connections with South Africa Airways, Aerolineas Argentinas, Qatar Airways and Emirates Airline.  Brazilian travelers now have access to the e676 electronic tourist visa and, for those researching their trips, the web site Australia.com was translated into Portuguese and is full of useful information and inspiration.”

  • Tourism Australia confirms key Asia appointments

    Tourism Australia has confirmed the appointment of a brand new Regional General Manager Japan and Korea.

    Andrew Reilly have been announced within the position and could commence inside the Tokyo-based role in May.

    Mr Reilly has extensive experience working in Asia, and has previously worked for Tourism Australia (then the Australian Tourism Commission) as Marketing Director for Japan/Korea and later as Regional Director Asia.

    His broader experience in the Asia region also includes senior roles with Telstra International, BT, Hutchinson and Asia satellite broadcaster STAR TV, in addition to running his own consultancy business.

    Tourism Australia Managing Director Andrew McEvoy said Mr Reilly’s extensive knowledge and understanding of the region, and Japan especially, were key factors in being appointed to the brand new role.
       
    “Having already spent 12 years working in Japan within Government and across a whole lot of industries, including tourism, Andrew brings a wealth of expertise, knowledge and networking skills, that will be invaluable in what remains a key marketplace for Tourism Australia.”

    Mr Reilly will attend the Australian Tourism Exchange (ATE), being held in Sydney later this month, with the intention to maximise his time with the Australian tourism industry just before taking on his new role in Japan.

    Japan and Korea represent Australia’s fifth and eighth largest inbound visitor markets, between them delivering greater than 550,000 arrivals and contributing near to A$3 billion in spending during 2012.