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Volume 7, Issue 27, July 8, 2009 |
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The U.S. Department of Justice delayed the final approvals on Continental Airlines’ request for antitrust immunity by issuing a filing criticizing the Department of Transportation’s tentative approval of the request. Continental Airlines is looking to depart the SkyTeam alliance and join Star Alliance. The antitrust immunity request will allow the airline to tightly align with member airlines. The venture was proposed in conjunction with Air Canada, Lufthansa and United. The DOJ ruling reinforces the Obama administration’s tougher stance on immunity rulings.
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American Airlines and BMI have redefined their dining experiences. American Airlines is introducing a number of new enhancements throughout its food service operation. Updates vary by cabin and route.
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Qantas cancelled its order for 15 Boeing 787 Dreamliner aircraft. The cancellation, worth approximately $3 billion, comes after Boeing’s announcement that the Dreamliner launch would be delayed for the fifth time.
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SITA, an information technology company owned by airlines, airports and suppliers, released a survey on airlines’ spending. The results show airlines are increasing spending in customer-oriented areas, despite numerous cutbacks in other sectors.
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A Y Partnership/Yankelovich 2009 National Travel Monitor reveals most U.S. travelers are interested in traveling to the West. When asked about interest in visiting certain U.S. regions over the next two years, 72 percent of leisure travelers chose the West, 62 percent chose the South, 33 percent picked the Northeast and 21 percent opted for the Midwest.
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The National Business Travel Association is urging the government to fully implement a biometric air exit procedure. The lack of such a system prevents full expansion of the Visa Waiver Program.
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Beijing’s China World Hotel is located in the middle of the business and diplomatic district. It is an ideal location, just minutes from the Forbidden City and Tiananmen Square, and is a perfect jumping-off point for exploring the city.
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It’s a good time to be a business traveler at the Lorien Hotel & Spa in Alexandria, Va. and The Lanesborough in London. Both properties are offering complimentary perks designed with the business traveler in mind.
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Visit Taiwan with the $1 Super Value Taiwan Stopover offer from the Taiwan Tourism Bureau, EVA Airways and China Airlines. For just $1 more, all EVA and China Airlines passengers are eligible for additional perks.
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Your Delta SkyMiles credit card is the ticket to earning double miles on all Delta Air Lines and Northwest Airlines flights. The promotion, one of Delta’s longest-running, is available through Dec. 31.
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It is a sizzling summer with W Hotels Worldwide. Check out these exclusive offers, available at W Hotels in New York, Hong Kong and Maldives.
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The Conrad Miami is offering several special packages. The Linger On Weekend package offers a complimentary third night on Friday or Saturday night stays.
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