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  • News: Royal Caribbean reveals groundbreaking Quantum class ships

    Building on a legacy of greater than 40 years of innovation and inventive design, Royal Caribbean International today unveiled first details of a better generation of cruise holidays – Quantum cruising.

    The Quantum class of ships will take a dramatic leap forwards, introducing more game-changing “firsts at sea” akin to a skydiving experience, an exhilarating adventure that transports guests greater than 300 feet inside the air on a wide ranging journey; cutting-edge transformative venues including the most important indoor sports and entertainment complex at sea with bumper cars, roller skating and more; and the cruise line’s largest and most advanced accommodation ever.

    These new, larger staterooms enable innovation in design, storage and luxury including the industry’s first virtual balconies – every stateroom on Quantum of the Seas can have a view. The much anticipated details were unveiled by stage, television and picture star, Kristin Chenoweth – Godmother of Quantum of the Seas – at an exclusive event in Ny city this morning.

    “This new generation of ships gave us a possibility to make another leap in vessel design.  Innovation has always been a part of our DNA and we have now taken benefit of all that creativity to design Quantum cruising,” stated Richard D. Fain, chairman & CEO, Royal Caribbean Cruises, Ltd.  “The unique features on Quantum of the Seas will boggle our guests’ minds, however the real strength of the design is how our people have integrated these kinds of diverse components to create a comfy and exciting experience.”

    Having led the cruise and leisure industry by introducing incredible signature offerings including the primary Mountain climbing Wall, ice-skating rink, FlowRider surf simulator, Central Park and AquaTheater at sea, Royal Caribbean International will advance the onboard experience even further by delivering a groundbreaking lineup of “firsts at sea” on Quantum-class ships.  New features exclusive to Royal Caribbean International include:

    ·      RipCord by iFly, the primary skydiving experience at sea which permits everyone from first-time flyers to seasoned skydivers to benefit from the sheer thrill and exhilaration of skydiving in a secure, controlled, and simulated environment

    ·      North Star, an engineering marvel, takes guests to new heights – literally – with a jewel-shaped, glass capsule, transporting them on a spectacular journey greater than 300 feet above the sea and over the perimeters of the ship to deliver awe-inspiring 360-degree views.

    “We are excited to be introducing major advancements in ship design and offerings on Quantum of the Seas and Anthem of the Seas,” said Adam Goldstein, president & CEO, Royal Caribbean International.  “The innovative spirit of our brand is alive and well, and with Quantum class, we will be able to deliver more unexpected activities inside the most extraordinary spaces. Our guests should prepare to be wowed.”

    With Quantum class, Royal Caribbean International marries new innovations with significant architectural design elements to introduce spectacular spaces.  On Quantum of the Seas and Anthem of the Seas guests will find endless possibilities with three new signature venues.

    ·      A revolutionary concept, Two70° is a multi-level great room that’s guaranteed to become one of the crucial iconic venues onboard Quantum class ships. The gap is aptly named for its magnificent 270-degree panoramic sea views through vast, floor-to-ceiling glass walls spanning almost three decks on the stern of the ship.  Two70° seamlessly fuses entertainment and technology to create a transformative journey from day to nighttime.  The ideal setting to connect to the ocean in the course of the day, Two70° provides a latest and cozy lounge space for guests to chill and relax.  Because the sun sets and the lights go down, the dazzling space gradually reveals its evening persona, delighting guests with spectacular, mysterious and unexpected entertainment at night.  Unparalleled technology means every show at Two70° is multidimensional and immerses the audience through a mix of live performers, including aerialists, in addition to breathtaking video and digital scenery

    ·      The biggest indoor active space at sea, SeaPlex is a particular and versatile sporting and entertainment venue with thrilling new features that may inspire guests of every age to connect to their playful sides.  Delivering more first-at-sea experiences, guests can enjoy a circus school with flying trapeze, or play basketball on an entire-size basketball court.  By night, the primary-ever bumper car and roller skating offerings deliver fun and excitement.  Or, guests can dance to music orchestrated from a floating DJ booth which hovers above the activity below

    ·      A performance hall and the most well liked live music venue on Quantum class, Music Hall is where for guests to enjoy intimate and exclusive access to live performances, DJs, theme night parties, billiards and more.  Rebellious and edgy, Music Hall’s two-story design is encouraged by the spirit of rock and roll.

    With guest comfort and convenience in mind, Royal Caribbean International debuts the foremost spacious and plush accommodations ever, introducing rooms that on average are nine percent larger than those of the cruise line’s Oasis class ships.  Sophisticated design, layouts and finishes create a house clear of home.  Boasting Royal Caribbean International’s new smart design concept, each stateroom features contemporary designs with easy-to-use customisable layouts and intuitive larger storage solutions.

    ·      Now every room on Quantum of the Seas has a view, with the exciting introduction of Virtual Balcony staterooms. This design concept brings virtual balconies to interior staterooms offering expansive real-time views of the sea and exciting destinations

    ·      For multi-generational families, Family-Connected staterooms deliver more flexibility, using three different stateroom categories which connect with form a distinct layout that offers separate bedrooms and lavatories for all.  These rooms allow families and groups of friends traveling together to benefit from the better of both worlds in relation to together and alone time

    ·      With Quantum of the Seas, Royal Caribbean International introduces the biggest type of stateroom categories, including new Studio staterooms, some with balconies for single travellers, three Junior Suite categories and bigger Loft Suites

    The adults-only Solarium, at the side of an outside pool, a brand new indoor pool with operable roof and a H2O Zone kids’ aqua park, may be featured at the top deck.  Signature Royal Caribbean International venues and experiences well liked by families including the Mountaineering Wall; FlowRider surf simulator; the award-winning Adventure Ocean children’s programme; the Royal Babies and Tots Nursery; and the DreamWorks entertainment and events featuring the characters from animated movies: Shrek, Kung Fu Panda and Madagascar; will all be back on Quantum class.

    Quantum of the Seas and Anthem of the Seas will also make a quantum step forward in culinary offerings providing probably the most flexible dining options and more speciality restaurants than ever before. Additional information about dining, entertainment and other unexpected features and activities on Quantum of the Seas may be unveiled within the coming months.

    Quantum class will debut in autumn 2014 with Quantum of the Seas, followed by sister-ship Anthem of the Seas in spring 2015.  Quantum ships span 18 decks, encompass 167,800 gross registered tons, carry 4,180 guests at double occupancy and have 2,090 staterooms.

    Quantum of the Seas will sail out of the hot York Harbour from the homeport of Cape Liberty on 7- to twelve-night itineraries in the course of the winter 2014/15 season.  Bookings can be available to Crown & Anchor Society loyalty program members on 27 May 2013 before opening to the public on 4 June 2013. Additional info on Quantum of the Seas is out there at www.RoyalCaribbean.com/Quantum. 

    Royal Caribbean International is an award-winning global cruise brand with a 40-year legacy of innovation and introducing industry firsts never-before-seen at sea.  The cruise line features an expansive and unmatched array of features and amenities only found on Royal Caribbean including, jaw-dropping, Broadway-style entertainment and industry-acclaimed programming that appeals to families and adventurous holidaymakers alike.

    Royal Caribbean International sails 21 of the world’s most innovative cruise ships to the most well liked destinations within the Caribbean, Europe, Alaska, South America, the Far East, and Australia and New Zealand and is world renowned for its friendly and fascinating Gold Anchor Service, delivered by every staff and crew member.

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  • News: Quickbeds.com joins Travelport’s Rooms and More™

    Travelport, a number one provider of critical transaction processing solutions and knowledge for the worldwide travel industry, today announces that Quickbeds.com has joined its industry-leading hotel booking engine, Travelport Rooms and More™. The implementation of hotel content from Quickbeds.com will provide a different 4,200 Australian-based hotel offerings to the already extensive Travelport Rooms and More database.

    Quickbeds.com (a division of Flight Centre Ltd) is the 21st supplier to be implemented in Travelport Rooms and More because the engine was launched in 2011. The engine was introduced by Travelport to aid travel agents improve the efficiency of attempting to find hotel content across numerous websites and aggregators. It searches multiple sources on behalf of the user and returns a simple-to-read list of accommodation choices that optimises content choice and potential commission revenue earned. The commission on Travelport Rooms and More is on par or better than current solutions and is paid directly via Travelport as a single consolidated payment, simplifying the reconciliation process.

    Niklas Andréen, GVP Hospitality and Partner Marketing, Travelport, says, “Enhancing our hospitality offering is one in every of Travelport’s core strategic focuses. We’re delighted to welcome Quickbeds.com on board as a partner, adding extensive Australian hotel offerings which might be often difficult to locate. This partnership is an exhilarating development within the growth of Travelport Rooms and More as we continue to expand.”

    Quickbeds.com Wholesale Brand Leader, John Feenaghty, says “Distributing our hotel content through Travelport Rooms and More is a crucial move for the B2B area of Quickbeds.com, because it significantly extends access to our portal for travel agents worldwide to go looking and fasten with our large network of Australian hotels, motels and serviced apartments.”

    Travelport Rooms and More is now available to travel agencies in over 70 countries. The portal has undergone significant enhancements since its launch and can continue to take action throughout 2013. It’s currently available in six languages, including English, French, German, Italian, Spanish and varnish.

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  • Banyan Tree roadshow visits London

    Representatives from Banyan Tree resorts all over the world have called in on the exclusive Corinthia Hotel in London as portion of a world tour to advertise the logo.

    Handpicked agents from around the UK were handy to greet the hoteliers, as they discussed the most recent offerings from Banyan Tree properties.

    Representatives from Banyan Tree Bangkok, Banyan Tree Phuket, Banyan Tree Samui, Banyan Tree Al Wadi, Banyan Tree Ungasan, Banyan Tree & Angsana Maldives, Banyan Tree and Angsana Bintan, Banyan Tree & Angsana Lang Co and Angsana Laguna Phuket were all hand.

    Meanwhile, tour operators and airlines in attendance included Kuoni, Kenwood, Emirates Tours, Travel Counsellors, W&O Travel, Jet Airways and Vietnam Airways.

    Take a glance below for a variety of imagery from the development:


    Left to right: Matthew Weeks, Vietnam Airlines; Andrea Lovering, Kenwood Travel; Anna Rak, Vietnam Airlines; Aggie Jaruseviciute, Kenwood Travel; and Craig Ripley, Kenwood Travel


    Left to right: Clare O’Hara, Emirates Tours; Angelika Gerhold, Banyan Tree Hotels & Resorts; Vikky Popova, Emirates Tours; and Emily Andrews, Emirates Tours


    Left to right: Judy Ong, Banyan Tree Hotels & Resorts; Cathie O’Dea, Travel Counsellors; and Gillian Davis, Travel Counsellors

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    Left to right: Safiya Sheth, Travel Counsellors; Albert Meow, Banyan Tree Hotels & Resorts; and Sharon Frame, Kuoni Travel

  • Britons are packing their bags and hitting the excellent British seaside

    It’s official, summer is finally here as temperatures are expected to rise into the nineties this weekend around the country and in true British style Britons are packing their bags and hitting their nearest beach based on new data released today by Travelodge.

    The budget hotel chain which has over 500 hotels around the UK has reported a spike in its room bookings this week as temperatures have soared around the UK.

    The company has seen a major rise in room bookings for its 25 coastal hotels and town centre locations.

    This weekend’s biggest Suncation hotspots, where Britons are flocking to, include Bournemouth, Brighton, Newquay, Bodmin, Torquay, Blackpool, Scarborough, Isle of Wight, Great Yarmouth and Paignton – with most Travelodge hotels expecting to be fully booked from Friday to Sunday.

    Popular city centre locations include London, Birmingham, Oxford and Bath.

    Shakila Ahmed, Travelodge Spokeswoman said: “We are going to hit the paranormal figure of 90F this weekend and what an outstanding begin to the 2013 summer break following the worst weather our country has experienced for hundreds of years. 

    “As forecasters have predicted a sizzling July now we have experienced a considerable spike in room bookings for the summer period in addition to a double digit increase in most of our coastal hotels for the forthcoming heatwave weekend.”

    This summer’s tropical heatwave is a superb boost for British tourism, the economy’s fifth largest revenue generator, because the 2013 Travelodge holiday index has revealed this year goes to be a record year for the Staycation. As 65% of Britons would be holidaying at home this year. That is a rise from 2012 when just 41% of Britons took a domestic break. With the typical trip costing Britons £399.28 this year, (£34.19 reduction from last year), this investment will boost the united kingdom tourism industry by £12 billion (Up £3.3bn from last year).

    Shakila Ahmed, Travelodge Spokeswoman said: “This summer, Britons can truly benefit from the great thing about what makes Great Britain so great, because it is often the elements that puts Britons off holidaying on British shores but July looks to be an extremely warm month.”

  • News: Eilat hit by two rockets

    At least two rockets have hit the southern Israeli Red Sea resort of Eilat, in accordance with reports.

    Police revealed the rockets landed in open areas, without causing damage or injury. The Israeli military have stated that they were fired from Sinai in Egypt.

    Warning sirens went off earlier than the rockets hitting.

    Eilat, a well-liked tourist destination at the Red Sea, is a narrow stretch of water bordered by Sinai on one side and Saudi Arabia at the other. It has previously been hit by rockets fired by militants in neighbouring countries.

    The Egyptian military is investigating the incident.

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