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Volume 7, Issue 44, November 4, 2009 |
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With production of the Boeing 787 Dreamliner two years behind schedule, Boeing executives promise the much-anticipated aircraft will take flight this year. In fact, Boeing is so confident in the future of the Dreamliner, the company has announced plans to build a second 787-dedicated assembly plant in N. Charleston, S.C.
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Oneworld airlines are making moves at Stockholm Arlanda (ARN) and London Heathrow (LHR). From Nov. 24, all oneworld member airlines, including British Airways, Finnair, Iberia and Malév Hungarian Airlines, will transfer operations to Stockholm airport’s newly expanded Terminal 5.
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The first free, ad-supported in-flight wireless network has taken flight. Row 44 and JiWire have teamed to offer SkyTown Center, allowing passengers to watch live television, play games and shop.
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South African Airways expanded its African route network by increasing capacity to a number of destinations throughout the continent. Flights between Johannesburg (JNB) and Dar es Salaam (DAR) increased to nine weekly flights, with the two new flights being offered Saturday and Sunday.
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Funding is scarce for a 17,000-mile national high-speed rail network. According to the president and chief executive officer of the U.S. High Speed Rail Association, the network would cost $600 billion, a far cry from the $8 billion provided by Congress in the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act.
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According to American Express, corporate travel spending continues to remain steady. Recent figures showed $3.5 billion in corporate travel sales during the third quarter of 2009. While the figure represents a 31 percent decrease from spending in 2008, it is in line with spending from the first two quarters of 2009.
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My nephew and I stumbled into the 8th Street Grill completely by accident. Fortunately, accidents happen. We were looking for a place to watch the UFC fights on Pay-Per-View and had struck out. As we headed back to our hotel, we saw the 8th Street Grill. It did not look like a sports bar, but we took a chance and were pleasantly surprised — by everything.
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AirTran, the only major airline with wireless Internet on every flight, is offering an exclusive offer for WiFi users. Through 2009, AirTran is offering buy one, get one free in-flight Internet sessions.
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Emirates’ Destination Savings, offering travel to 18 gateways, is coming to an end next month. Take advantage of your last chance to enjoy the savings. Round-trip fares begin at $835 to a variety of destinations, including Sydney, Singapore, Hong Kong and Cairo.
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Fairmont Hotels & Resorts has opened three new properties in the last month — Fairmont Yangcheng Lake, Fairmont Nile City and Fairmont Bab al Bahr. Fairmont is celebrating the grand openings with introductory rates.
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Ashford Castle, located in County Mayo, Ireland, is encouraging Americans to spend Thanksgiving across the pond this year with a three-night Thanksgiving Special package. Ashford Castle, nestled on 350 acres, is known for its equestrian center, fly-fishing, golf and falconry.
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Get to know Rio before the 2016 Olympics. The Brazil Tour Operators Association is offering deals for travel to the city this fall and winter. Through Dec. 15, the Rio Special package, sponsored by Tourlite International, includes five nights’ accommodations, daily breakfast, a city tour, translator services, airport transfers and all taxes. Book here.
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