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Volume 3, Issue 12, March 25, 2010 |
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The sky turned yellow, grey or hazy across Greater China this week as numerous cities experience exceptionally poor air quality and low visibility.
As seasonal sand storms, swept in from Mongolia, Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) issued a visibility warning and a number of flights were delayed. Pollution levels hit 1,500 micrograms of dust per cubic metre. Chinese authorities issued the highest pollution warning and urged people to stay at home or wear masks if they had to go out. Provinces across northeast China have also been affected by these storms caused by the erosion of topsoil, deforestation and growth of desert throughout the country.
Media reports on Monday suggest, Air China will take a USD 100 million stake in Shenzhen Airlines. This will increase China’s national carrier’s stake in the airline from 25 to 51 percent and build its presence in southern China.
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China Southern is rolling out its branded premium-economy class service on all domestic routes using Boeing 777-A, 737 (next generation) and Airbus A319, A320, A321 and 330-200/300 series aircraft. The Guangzhou-based carrier’s premium-economy class seats have 35–37 inch seat pitch, compared with 31 inches in its economy class.
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The Leading Hotels of the World has launched a new online portal for booking golf holidays at some of the world’s most prestigious courses. From the legendary St Andrews Old Course to the latest Tom Fazio-designed course, Leading Golf lets players select a destination and book tee times in advance.
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Two famous Australian casino hotels operated by premier gaming and entertainment group Tabcorp are joining World Hotels and changing their names. The historic Conrad Treasury Brisbane will be re-branded as the Treasury Casino and Hotel, while Conrad Jupiters Gold Coast changes its name to Jupiters Hotel and Casino.
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Korean Air’s Lounge at Incheon International Airport Concourse has been named Priority Pass Lounge of the Year 2010 in Asia Pacific. Priority Pass is a United Kingdom-based company providing cross-airline airport lounge access worldwide.
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Starwood Hotels and Resorts Asia Pacific will give guests a USD 50 daily credit, or the last night free, when they book three or four nights at any of 40 participating Starwood Resorts in the region. The promotion is valid for stays before May 31.
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To celebrate, the launch of its new route to Tokyo (NRT) on March 28, Emirates Airline is offering first- and business-class passengers a complimentary stopover when flying via Dubai. Accommodation will be at the acclaimed Jumeirah Emirates Towers Hotel.
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Visa cardholders can enjoy discounts of up to 75 percent at more than 50,000 hotels worldwide, thanks to a new collaboration between HotelClub and Visa. Cardholders will be able to access HotelClub’s year-round hotel deals at an extensive range of hotels through a dedicated website.
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United Airlines, Hong Kong has declared April Chicago Month! From now until April 30, United’s special package fare to Chicago starts from HKD 6,888, including one round-trip ticket and two-nights’ accommodation, as well as discount vouchers for shopping, dining and top tourist attractions.
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Swissôtel Nankai Osaka is welcoming the coming of spring, with a Happy Spring promotion offering discounts of up to 30 percent. Prices start from JPY 12,800 per room per night.
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