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Volume 2,Issue 48, November 26, 2009 |
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Does buying carbon credits make it too easy for travellers to stop thinking about the many issues related to climate change? At a time when more individuals and companies are considering using carbon offsets, Responsible Travel, one of the first travel companies to introduce carbon offsets back in 2002 has now removed them, arguing that offsetting distracts from the real issues — that we all need to be reducing all our carbon emissions as much as possible.
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Qatar Airways has added a new route in India with the launch of its flights between Doha (DOH) and Goa (GOI). Qatar Airways is the first full-service long-haul scheduled international airline to fly to Goa.
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The Pangu 7 Star Hotel Beijing has opened in a prestigious location overlooking the 2008 Beijing Olympic Park. The Pangu 7 Star Hotel is part of the dragon-shaped Pangu Plaza designed by world-renowned Taiwanese architect C.Y. Lee, whose portfolio includes the Taipei 101 Tower.
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Hilton Lake Taupo has opened on New Zealand’s stunning North Island. The 113-room hotel is comprised of the Heritage Wing, previously known as the historic Terraces Hotel, built in 1889 and now completely re-furbished, and a new wing of 100 rooms called the Mountain Wing.
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Air Canada will launch non-stop flights between Calgary (YYC) and Tokyo (NRT) three times a week from March 2010. Air Canada will operate the new non-stop service with fully refurbished 211-seat Boeing 767-300 ER aircraft offering a choice of economy class and Executive First service featuring 24 lie-flat bed suites.
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Etihad Airways will upgrade its in-flight experience when the first of five new Airbus A330-300 aircraft to offer the new Panasonic eX2 system arrive in December. The Panasonic eX2 system will also be fitted on Etihad’s new fleet of Boeing B777 aircraft scheduled for delivery from 2011.
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Shangri-La Hotels and Resorts is celebrating the opening of the Shangri-La Hotel, Wenzhou, with a special grand opening rate of RMB 888 per night for a deluxe room. Valid until Feb. 28, 2010, the rate includes daily buffet breakfast for two at the hotel’s O Café.
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The Shilla Seoul has upgraded its exclusive guest recognition and rewards programme, Dynasty Rewards, to offer regular guests and new members more instant benefits.
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Orient-Express is promoting an Australian exploration tour, discovering Sydney in style and exploring off-the-beaten-track into the magical Blue Mountains and world famous vineyards of the Hunter Valley. Available until March 31, 2010, the eight-day tour features some of Australia’s most memorable locations.
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Balinese spa and yoga retreat Uma Ubud is combining festive parties, wellness therapy and the rich culture of the Indonesian island paradise with Christmas and New Year packages.
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Capella Singapore is celebrating its first Christmas with a choice of festive dining experiences in a unique setting that combines the best of old and new Singapore. Opened in March 2009, the flagship property for Capella Hotels and Resorts in Asia is set in 30 acres of rolling hills on Sentosa Island.
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