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EU: Falling investment shrank euro economy in 3Q Thursday, December 4, 2008 @ 6:04AMA sharp drop in investment forced the euro-zone economy to contract in the third quarter, the EU statistics agency Eurostat said Thursday.
EU: Falling investment shrank euro economy in 3Q Thursday, December 4, 2008 @ 4:49AMA sharp drop in investment forced the euro-zone economy to contract in the third quarter, the EU statistics agency Eurostat said Thursday. The quarter-on-quarter figures indicate that tight financing is the major factor behind the recession in the 15 nations that use the euro. Exports rose during the quarter and household spending was unchanged. The European Central Bank has been urged to ...
Man walks through Auburn Thursday, December 4, 2008 @ 1:19AM Skip Potts is walking across America to raise awareness about education in the U.S. Potts stopped in Auburn Nov. 17-19.: CONTRIBUTED Clad in white New Balances and pushing a baby jogger, Skip Potts is trekking across America. He originally planned the trip as a way to see more of the United States, but sometime during his planning he decided to bring a charity along with the laptop, ...
Pearlstein: The Auto Bailout Wednesday, December 3, 2008 @ 7:26PMWashington Post columnist Steven Pearlstein was online Wednesday, Dec. 3 at 2:00 p.m. ET to discuss the automotive bailout.
RSVP Launches Five All-Gay Cruises in 2009 Wednesday, December 3, 2008 @ 2:21PM RSVP Vacations, the originator of the gay and lesbian cruise concept, announced details on five all-gay cruises in 2009, designed to give travelers more variety and choice than ever before.
Skyservice Airlines launches re-designed website Wednesday, December 3, 2008 @ 1:23PM Skyservice Airlines is pleased to announce the launch of its newly re-designed website, www.skyserviceairlines.com.
AeroMexico to Expand North American Operations With New Service to Toronto, San Francisco and Denver in Early 2009 Wednesday, December 3, 2008 @ 10:21AM AeroMexico, the global airline of Latin America, has announced that it will expand its North American operations significantly with new service to Toronto, Canada, San Francisco and Denver in early 2009. Service in each market will include daily, non-stop flights to Mexico City with connecting service to 40 destinations throughout Mexico and cities in 12 other countries in Latin America, Europe ...
Market Signals Are Mixed Tuesday, December 2, 2008 @ 8:19PMORLANDO | In the past few years, when the Urban Land Institute hosted its annual "Emerging Trends in Real Estate" seminar offering a look at where real estate is headed, it often came down to predicting when a red-hot market would eventually cool off.
Unica Announces Financial Results for Fourth Quarter and Full Year Fiscal 2008 Monday, December 1, 2008 @ 5:30AM WALTHAM, Mass.----Unica Corporation , a leading global provider of enterprise marketing management solutions, today announced financial results for its fiscal fourth quarter and full year ended September 30, 2008.
Romanian Liberal Democrats, Socialists Tied in Votes (Update1) Monday, December 1, 2008 @ 4:06AMDec. 1 (Bloomberg) -- Romania’s Liberal Democratic Party and the Social Democratic Party , formed by ex-communists, are neck and neck in early election results as parties vie to lead the next government and shield the economy from global financial turmoil.
Romanian Socialists Take Most Votes, Exit Poll Says (Update4) Monday, December 1, 2008 @ 2:21AMDec. 1 (Bloomberg) -- Romania’s Social Democratic Party , formed by ex-communists, won the most votes in general elections after promising more social benefits to soften the blow of the global financial crisis, exit polls show.
An untouchable expense goes on the table Friday, November 28, 2008 @ 12:18PMThe global financial panic has taken its toll on everything from fine art to sports cars. Now private schools - typically the last expense a family will cut - are feeling the pinch.
U.S. retail no longer a bargain :Economic woes may ground international shoppers Friday, November 28, 2008 @ 6:03AMNEW YORK -- Overseas shoppers who once arrived in the U.S. with empty suitcases to take back their holiday loot may decide to stay home this year amid high-priced airline tickets, unfavorable exchange rates and lingering economic woes.
Jordan: Arrivals increase by 6 per cent despite forecasts of slowdown Friday, November 28, 2008 @ 2:49AM28 November 2008 Amman - The Kingdom managed to sustain growth in its inbound market despite the current global economic crisis and forecasts of a slowdown in the second half of this year, according to tourism industry officials.
French investment in births pays off Friday, November 28, 2008 @ 12:22AMALBI, France -- Stephanie Guiraud-Chaumeil was still in law school when her son Paul was born 14 years ago. Later came Valentine, a daughter now 10. Then Mathieu, 9, and finally little Louise, 7.
Travelers span the globe to get home for a Southland Thanksgiving Thursday, November 27, 2008 @ 4:25AM Over the river and through the woods is nothing.
Foreign visitors may do their shopping at home Wednesday, November 26, 2008 @ 7:20PM Overseas shoppers who once arrived in the U.S. with empty suitcases to take back their holiday loot may decide to stay home this year.
Skyservice Airlines and Signature Vacations renew long-term agreement Wednesday, November 26, 2008 @ 4:34PM Skyservice Airlines and Signature Vacations today announced they have renewed their long-term agreement.
Weak economies may ground foreign shoppers this year Wednesday, November 26, 2008 @ 3:58PMNEW YORK — Overseas shoppers who once arrived in the U.S. with empty suitcases to take back their holiday loot may decide to stay home this year amid high-priced airline tickets, unfavorable exchange rates and lingering economic woes.
HEADLINES FOR NOVEMBER 21, 2008 Wednesday, November 26, 2008 @ 3:46PMThe Bertram Chain of Lake regional park project, horse trails and snowplow honors were addressed by the Wright County Board this week. The Board approved a memorandum of understanding regarding the Bertram Chain of Lake project.
Exchange rate keeps many home Tuesday, November 25, 2008 @ 9:44PMNEW YORK • Overseas shoppers who once arrived in the U.S. with empty suitcases to take back their holiday loot may decide to stay home this year amid high-priced airline tickets, unfavorable exchange rates and lingering economic woes.
Doubletree® Makes Debut in Central London; Brand Celebrates Development Milestone of More Than 200 Hotels Worldwide Tuesday, November 25, 2008 @ 5:01PMDoubletree by Hilton™, the upscale, full-service brand that is part of the Hilton Family of Hotels, today celebrated the debut of its first hotel in central London with the re-branding of the 112-room Courthouse Doubletree by Hilton London-Regent Street . This opening marks a brand development milestone of more than 200 hotels and resorts now welcoming travellers within the Doubletree ...
Doubletree® Makes Debut in Central London; Brand Celebrates Development Milestone of More Than 200 Hotels Worldwide Tuesday, November 25, 2008 @ 4:44PM LONDON & BEVERLY HILLS, Calif.----Doubletree by Hilton™, the upscale, full-service brand that is part of the Hilton Family of Hotels, today celebrated the debut of its first hotel in central London with the re-branding of the 112-room Courthouse Doubletree by Hilton London-Regent Street.
In tough times for travel business, Europe holds steady Tuesday, November 25, 2008 @ 1:46PMTravel agents say Europeans are reluctant to forego their year-end break, but that may change in the new year as they feel recession bite.
Weak economies may ground international shoppers Tuesday, November 25, 2008 @ 1:19PMOverseas shoppers who once arrived in the U.S. with empty suitcases to take back their holiday loot may decide to stay home this year amid high-priced airline tickets, unfavorable exchange rates and lingering economic woes. Consumers in the U.S. are already...
Hyundai looks for new U.S. chief to bolster sales Tuesday, November 25, 2008 @ 4:29AMBy Cheon Jong-woo
RPT-FEATURE-Smaller races thrive in shadow of mega-marathons Tuesday, November 25, 2008 @ 2:03AMFor years, cities like New York and London have hosted the premier events in the world of marathon running, but now runners are finding relative comfort at smaller venues like Philadelphia and Copenhagen.
Dimming hope for European auto giants Monday, November 24, 2008 @ 11:58AMThe industry seeks help, but analysts wonder if falling demand can be reversed before makers resort to deep job cuts.
Romei found guilty of theft Sunday, November 23, 2008 @ 6:08AM A Brazos County jury on Saturday convicted P. David Romei on a felony charge of stealing $7,400 of public money but found him not guilty of seven counts of thef ...
New cruises put accent on adventure Sunday, November 23, 2008 @ 3:10AMWe stood between a sentinel of Inuit guides armed with rifles on Akpatok Island, an uninhabited outcropping of 700-foot-high cliffs seemingly in the middle of nowhere.
Come on down: Collier tourism reaching out to more international travelers Saturday, November 22, 2008 @ 4:30PMTourism marketing is getting more aggressive and more creative in Collier County. It has to in these tough economic times _ or more business and jobs could be lost. The new strategic marketing plan for fiscal 2008-09 includes several new initiatives. There will be more focus on international markets, especially the United Kingdom and Germany. Canada will be a bigger target in the campaign, which ...
A teetotaller transforms Swiss tourism Saturday, November 22, 2008 @ 3:31AMVisitors to Switzerland notched 37 million overnight stays in the past year, but the roots of mass tourism go back 200 years to the birth of an English teetotaller.
Pros, cons of kids missing school for vacation Friday, November 21, 2008 @ 1:10PMWhen my son, Rowan, was little, the idea that anything on his schedule would ever take priority over my expiring frequent-flier miles, or the opportunity to go on a vacation when the rest of the child-rearing hordes were in school, seemed to me like giving...
Give Winter the Cold Shoulder This Season With Great Low Fares From American Airlines Friday, November 21, 2008 @ 11:33AM If you were planning to sit out the winter to see which way the winds are blowing -- weather or otherwise -- American Airlines wants you to know it has great fares to a number of very attractive destinations this season.
Funjet Vacations Equips Travel Agents to Succeed in Challenging Economic Times Friday, November 21, 2008 @ 10:20AMFunjet Vacations has created a Travel Stimulus Package for travel agents with the goal of driving customers to travel agents and providing agents with the tools to stimulate 2009 travel and close sales. The tools in the package are intend to increase profit for the travel agent and help motivate their clients to travel.
Funjet Vacations Equips Travel Agents to Succeed in Challenging Economic Times Friday, November 21, 2008 @ 9:51AM MILWAUKEE----Funjet Vacations has created a Travel Stimulus Package for travel agents with the goal of driving customers to travel agents and providing agents with the tools to stimulate 2009 travel and close sales.
Stephen Holmes, Chairman and CEO, Wyndham Worldwide PhoCusWright Remarks Friday, November 21, 2008 @ 2:35AMGood afternoon and thank you for that warm welcome. While I am internet literate, I am a long way from being a virtuoso, so I am honored to have been included as a part of this gathering. For the next few minutes I will talk briefly about Wyndham Worldwide, what we see happening in the global hospitality industry, specifically in hotels, vacation rental and exchange as well as timeshare, with ...
Town Blogs Thursday, November 20, 2008 @ 3:51AMTHE DOUGLAS LIBRARY TALKS (Nov. 12): The headlines remind us every day there is an economic crisis that affects just about everyone. Once again, this makes me think of the ways our library can help community members save money.
John de Graaf: Peaceful Revolution: Irritable Growl Syndrome Wednesday, November 19, 2008 @ 3:31PMVacations matter for health, family, and productivity -- enlightened businesses recognize that. An enlightened America would protect the right of workers to a block of vacation time each year.
Hilton Garden Inn Opens Two New Hotels in Italy Located in Milan and Bologna Wednesday, November 19, 2008 @ 1:21PM LONDON & BEVERLY HILLS, Calif.----Hilton Hotels Corporation today announced the opening of two new Hilton Garden Inn properties in Italy. These two additions, located in Milan Malpensa and Bologna San Lazzaro, boost the Hilton Garden Inn brand’s presence in Italy to five hotels.
Air, cruise and hotel prices tumble Sunday, November 16, 2008 @ 2:47AMAmid the economic downturn, more people are holding back on travel spending, driving airlines, hotels, resorts and cruise companies to cut deals and drop prices.
EU turns 50 but celebrations dampened by uncertainty over future Wednesday, November 12, 2008 @ 8:12AM``I could not buy the books I wanted. Or listen to the music I liked,`` said Barroso _ today the European Union`s top executive. ``My generation saw Europe as ... a destination for those who wanted freedom and democracy.``
Home rental site raises $250 million Tuesday, November 11, 2008 @ 7:26PMHomeAway, which connects owners of vacation homes in the United States and Western Europe with travelers who want to rent their homes, is the dominant vacation rental site thanks to its strategy of snapping up competitors.
Happy Gay Holidays Tuesday, November 11, 2008 @ 4:47PMDo you fancy something a little bit more active than lounging on the beach and leering after the Speedo clad cuties? Perhaps you want to add an athletic slant to your break that will see you breaking into a sweat rather than your bank balance. You do?!
World travel meets uncertain market Tuesday, November 11, 2008 @ 8:52AMLow-cost travel operators could be the big winners from the global economic downturn even as tourism faces a tough year in 2009, a report said Monday.
Vacation Rental Site Raises $250 Million Monday, November 10, 2008 @ 11:07PMHomeAway , the largest online vacation rental marketplace, announced Tuesday that it has raised $250 million in venture capital, an extraordinarily large amount of money for an Internet company.
Low-cost carriers could win from recession Monday, November 10, 2008 @ 10:32PMLONDON : The international tourism industry faces a tough year in 2009, but low-cost travel operators could be the big winners from the global economic downturn, according to an annual report released Monday.
Losses force GM to slash 3,600 jobs in Canada, U.S. Friday, November 7, 2008 @ 2:50PMGeneral Motors Corp. will trim about 3,600 North American staff, including 500 in Canada, as the auto giant grapples with a major third-quarter loss, which it released Friday.
The Biggest Disney Vacation Sale of the Year FREE Nights, FREE Tickets, FREE $300 Disney Gift Card Friday, November 7, 2008 @ 8:45AM Family vacations to the Walt Disney World® Resort in Orlando, FL are more affordable than ever with a new, out-of-this-world, blockbuster of a sale from United Vacations.
U.S. Stock Futures Gain After Jobs Report; Nvidia Shares Rise Friday, November 7, 2008 @ 8:37AMNov. 7 (Bloomberg) -- U.S. stock-index futures gained as speculation the Federal Reserve will lower interest rates outweighed the highest unemployment rate in more than a decade.