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Greenland's prime minister lambasts Greenpeace for raiding Arctic oil rig Tuesday, August 31, 2010 @ 9:22PMKuupik Kleist claims environmental campaigners are damaging country's economy by occupy drilling platform The prime minister of Greenland has accused Greenpeace of threatening the safety of oil workers and the environment after four activists forced a controversial deep-sea exploration rig in the Arctic to shut down today. Just before dawn, the four campaigners used three high-speed inflatable ...
The making of an in-flight meal Chicken or beef? Tuesday, August 31, 2010 @ 6:47PMAn airline meal can range from basic to excellent – depending on what kind of ticket you have. Marie-Claire Digbyvisited the Gate Gourmet catering kitchens at Dublin Airport to find out what’s on the menu
American Airlines Labor Day sale: fares from $129 each way Tuesday, August 31, 2010 @ 5:51PMBook a flight for Sept. 4, 5 or 8 and you can snag a ticket from Portland for as low as $129 each way.
Kwame Brown and Michael Jordan: The 10 Worst Marriages in NBA History Tuesday, August 31, 2010 @ 12:09PMIn 2001, Michael Jordan, then the Washington Wizards' president of basketball operations, witnessed a workout of high school draft prospects Kwame Brown, Tyson Chandler, and Eddy Curry. Jordan found himself wowed by Browns domination in one-on-one drills, so much so, in fact, that he made the 6'11" forward-center the first high school prospect to be selected with the No. 1 overall pick. The ...
Kiwis like travelling cheap - survey Tuesday, August 31, 2010 @ 12:05PMNew Zealanders are bargain hunters when they travel overseas.
Sea, Sun, and Scalpels: Brazil's Bid to Be the Four Seasons of Medical Tourism Tuesday, August 31, 2010 @ 7:51AMBrazil, which has seen the number of foreign patients rise from 48,000 in 2005 to 180,000 last year--and is growing at a 30% clip year-over-year--is poised to draw still more from its neighbors and the U.S. thanks to shorter flights and a bump from futebol. Brazilians endlessly repeat the old saw that the world thinks of only three things when it thinks of Brazil: samba, carnivale and football ...
Long Haul for Happiness, Reveals Skyscanner Tuesday, August 31, 2010 @ 3:20AMEDINBURGH, Scotland--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Skyscanner devises a formula for happy holidays.
West Texas bound Tuesday, August 31, 2010 @ 2:19AMWhen the Bethel Braves football teams step off the plane this afternoon at Midland International Airport, two days before they play Permian High School, they’ll come face to face with their first opponent: the oppressive West Texas heat.
Survey shows Kiwis like travelling on the cheap Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 11:43PMNew Zealanders are bargain hunters when they travel overseas, they book trips months in advance and most stay overseas longer than a week - according to a new study from an online travel company
Serene Samui Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 11:21PMIt had been a while since I was in Ko Samui, so when the chance presented itself for a revisit after 10 years, I could only say “Yes!” When I last visited, Ko Samui was still very much a backpacker haunt.
Lisbon is the new New York - and not because the shopping is better Tuesday, August 24, 2010 @ 7:43PMSCOTS planning city breaks should forget established destinations such as New York and look to less well-known alternatives such as Lisbon instead, according to a survey relea
Charles Siskin: National Naval Aviation Museum Tuesday, August 24, 2010 @ 7:06PMOpened in 1962, the Naval Air Museum in Pensacola, Fl. is devoted to the history of naval aviation There are over 150 aircraft and spacecrafts displayed in the over 300,000 square feet of exhibit space which actually rivals the Smithsonian’s National Air and Space Museum.
Tri Training Tip: Recovery Secrets From The Pros Tuesday, August 24, 2010 @ 1:43PMGet recovery tips from some of the top endurance athletes and coaches in the world
48 hours in Beijing Tuesday, August 24, 2010 @ 12:15PMBeijing is China's rapidly changing and endlessly exciting capital, a modern metropolis clinging on to the vestiges of a proud imperial past.
LowFares.com Surpasses One Million Subscriber Milestone Tuesday, August 24, 2010 @ 11:30AMGrowth in Subscribers Validates LowFares.com's Ability to Save Time and Money
59% Of Travellers Want Family-Only Section on Flights Reveals Skyscanner Tuesday, August 24, 2010 @ 8:22AMEDINBURGH, Scotland--(BUSINESS WIRE)--A Skyscanner poll reveals that 59% of travellers would like a ‘families only’ section onboard flights, with child-free passengers far more in favor of the idea than parents.
59% Of Travellers Want Family-Only Section on Flights Reveals Skyscanner Tuesday, August 24, 2010 @ 8:10AMEDINBURGH, Scotland----Following the recent uproar over a woman who claimed a baby’s screaming made her ears bleed on a Qantas Airlines flight, a poll carried out by cheap flights comparison site, Skyscanner, has revealed that 59% of travellers would like a ‘families only’ section onboard flights.
More cruise-based package holidays Tuesday, August 24, 2010 @ 7:28AMGerman tour operator FTI is making waves by creating new-style package holidays based on cruises and beach breaks. Three years ago the company disposed of its small cruise tour operator Air Maritime and appeared to have turned its back on the strongly-growing market segment.
Emmerdale star Kirsty-Leigh Porter may have to cancel holiday after Kiss collapse Monday, August 23, 2010 @ 2:48AMEmmerdale beauty Kirsty-Leigh Porter may have to cancel her summer holiday plans after last week's collapse of Kiss Flights.
Cold bar in China Monday, August 23, 2010 @ 2:25AMAn anonymous reader tells the tale of his trip to China to visit his father, with a bustling new economy, warm beer, dodgy planes and a dash of melancholic karaoke.
Report: Perdue kept records on NC private flights Sunday, August 22, 2010 @ 10:11AMRALEIGH, N.C. (AP) - A new report from a board investigating more than three dozen flights North Carolina Gov. Beverly Perdue took on supporter provided private airplanes shows her staff kept detailed records on the trips.
Living in a Katter country Sunday, August 22, 2010 @ 8:31AMHE holds the nation's political future in his hands, and Bob Katter is going to make Australia's political heavyweights earn his endorsement.
Rock the Bells gets on the classic album tip Sunday, August 22, 2010 @ 2:39AMHip-hop might be all about moving forward, but on this year's Rock the Bells tour, the half-dozen main-stage acts are dedicating their sets to playing their classic albums from start to finish. That means fans will be able to relive the cheap thrills of their... Hip hop - Rock the Bells - Music - Album - Arts and Entertainment
Old San Juan's soul not for sale Sunday, August 22, 2010 @ 2:19AMAt El Jibarito, a cafe in the heart of Old San Juan, diners ate platters of fish with the heads still on and vegetables I didn't recognize. Chicken cordon bleu was the only thing on the menu that looked familiar, so I asked the waiter to order for me. Just not the fish, I said.
Have couch will travel Sunday, August 22, 2010 @ 12:45AMWhen she signed up for a couchsurfing.org account, Tama Clapper, 34, was really just looking for an inexpensive place to stay while attending a conference in Portland, Ore. But what she found was a new way to see the world.
Let’s Try Something New Today Saturday, August 21, 2010 @ 9:04PMSimonkolawolelive!, Email: simonkolawole@thisdayonline.com, 08.22.2010 My landlord and I spent a few hours discussing Nigeria two weeks ago. We’ve been engaged in this Nigeria debate since 2001, when I became his tenant. It’s our regular diet.
Britain's sex slave shame Saturday, August 21, 2010 @ 8:31PMTHAI beauty Mimi journeyed across the world dreaming of a better life in Britain but was duped into paying a sickening price - sordid sex with 14 men a day.
Adventure of a lifetime on RTÉ Radio Saturday, August 21, 2010 @ 1:26AMThis week's 'Documentary on One' on RTÉ Radio features a fascinating story of adventure.
Special deals for Pacific Northwest guests at Palm Springs resort Thursday, August 19, 2010 @ 9:06AMDeals included in the promotion for Pacific Northwest guests include the third night free when you pay for two.
Cuba Libre? Hold Off Booking That Ticket For Now Thursday, August 19, 2010 @ 6:53AMImagine spring break on a Cuban beach. Or Cuban produce on sale in American shops. As the Obama administration mulls over easing travel restrictions to Cuba, some observers say lifting the half-century-old trade sanctions could have real benefits for both countries. But any substantial changes in...
Cuba Libre? Hold Off Booking That Ticket For Now Thursday, August 19, 2010 @ 6:10AMImagine spring break on a Cuban beach. Or Cuban produce on sale in American shops. As the Obama administration mulls over easing travel restrictions to Cuba, some observers say lifting the half-century-old trade sanctions could have real benefits for both countries. But any substantial changes in U.S policy are far away.
Wings of Freedom tour brings WWII planes to Westchester Thursday, August 19, 2010 @ 1:33AMWhen the 'Wings of Freedom' tour brings two World War II bombers and a fighter plane to Westchester County Airport, history is not something studied in a book; it's something lived out loud.
Collapse of Kiss shows strain on travel industry Thursday, August 19, 2010 @ 1:13AMThe collapse of Kiss Flights, which has caused chaos for up to 70,000 holidaymakers, is reigniting criticism of the Atol consumer protection scheme. Related Stories BHP Billiton turns 'hostile' in takeover battle for Potash Maersk sees trade rebound in shipping Campaign group in protest at 'jobs future' Student competition winners launch Action Cancer advertising campaign UK sinks further into ...
Collapse of Kiss shows strain on travel industry Thursday, August 19, 2010 @ 1:05AMThe collapse of Kiss Flights, which has caused chaos for up to 70,000 holidaymakers, is reigniting criticism of the Atol consumer protection scheme. Related Stories Grand Theft Auto designer's business Realtime in administration Business Diary: A name that has some baggage Business Diary: Biting the hand that feeds you Business Diary: A knighthood in the pipeline? Business Diary: Blackstone boss ...
The octopus, lamb, tortoise and hare Wednesday, August 18, 2010 @ 11:11PM‘How did you get from Joe Pantalone to the octopus?” asks John Laschinger.
Mediterranean Destinations Grow in Popularity During Q3 2010, Reports Dealchecker.co.uk Monday, August 16, 2010 @ 3:00AMDespite indications that the METT group (Morocco, Egypt, Tunisia and Turkey) is overtaking western Mediterranean destinations, dealchecker.co.uk reports an increase in travellers looking to book holidays in the traditional Med.
Former MP and Children's Commissioner Roger McClay admits fraud Monday, August 16, 2010 @ 1:33AMFormer MP and Children's Commissioner Roger McClay is now a convicted fraudster, after admitting defrauding charities out of thousands of dollars
Personal Finance Daily: The week's 10 best Personal Finance stories Saturday, August 14, 2010 @ 7:25AMIn case you missed them, here are the top 10 Personal Finance stories from MarketWatch for the week of Aug. 9-13:
Study: Holidaymakers Vote Sharm El Sheikh as Best for Beach Holidays Friday, August 13, 2010 @ 9:00PMBritish holidaymakers say Egypt’s Red Sea resort is among the top five for sun and affordability
Neil Warnock: To Bramall Lane via Liberec, Rabat and Reykjavik. It is not exactly perfect preparation Friday, August 13, 2010 @ 6:30PMOur season has barely begun but some of my players were involved in really big games this week.
Oversee.net Broadens Online Travel Services With Integration of AboutAirportParking.com Friday, August 13, 2010 @ 8:00AMOversee.netÂ® completed the integration of AboutAirportParking.comÂ® today, following acquisition of the airport parking reservation business and domain name from T2 Media earlier this year. Â Terms of the acquisition were not disclosed.
Kelly Brook dazzles at BlackBerry Torch launch despite catching red-eye flight to LA Friday, August 13, 2010 @ 3:17AMIf we'd been suffering from jetlag we'd look a lot more Brook-en than Kelly does.
World News Friday, August 13, 2010 @ 2:50AMMalaysia mulls hanging parents who dump newborns - Today, 07:54 - AFP Malaysian parents who abandon their newborns and leave them to die could face the gallows, as authorities step up their response to a series of...
Cyprus is the Hot New Destination for UFO Spotters Thursday, August 12, 2010 @ 9:00PMA surge in UFO sightings over Cyprus in the past two years have UFO spotters packing up their tinfoil hats and booking flights to the Mediterranean isle.
Medical tourism blamed for spread of drug-resistant bug Wednesday, August 11, 2010 @ 1:38AMNew research shows a superbug found in India, Pakistan and the UK has developed resistance to the strongest antibiotics.
Virgin America en route to DFW Airport Tuesday, August 10, 2010 @ 8:47PMWith its Fly Girls and Wi-Fi, Virgin America will soon be landing in North Texas.
Snag Maui deals -- including a room for $50 a night in September Tuesday, August 10, 2010 @ 7:58PMIf the September date doesn't work for you, check out the deal from Westin Hotels and Resorts.
4 summer vacation ideas on a shoestring budget Tuesday, August 10, 2010 @ 2:46PMIf a big vacation is not in your budget, you do not have to stay housebound. These four ideas can help you find a cheap vacation to accommodate your finances.
4 summer vacation ideas on a shoestring budget Tuesday, August 10, 2010 @ 2:43PMJust because a big vacation is not in your budget, doesn't mean you have to stay housebound. There are many affordable vacation ideas out there, for those interested in a little local entertainment. These four ideas can help you find a cheap vacation to accommodate your finances.
Filipino tourist arrivals in Macau continue to grow Tuesday, August 10, 2010 @ 11:10AMFILIPINO tourist arrival in Macau have continued to grow at an average annual growth of 20 percent since 1998, making the country as among top generating markets to China's Special Administrative Regi read more