Shanghai Surprise

Two images, the first taken in 1987, and the second last week show the mind-blowing transformation of Shanghai’s skyline into a futuristic mega-city.
http://travel.uk.msn.com/news/shanghai-skyline%E2%80%99s-incredible-26-year-makeover

Friendly Planet-Sale of Two Cities

Friendly Planet Travel, a leading group tour operator, announces today a new 10-day tour to explore Beijing, China and Tokyo, Japan, two of the most attractive travel destinations in the world, starting at just $1,699. The Beijing and Tokyo: A Sale of Two Cities tour combines two of Asia’s cultural and economic powerhouses that exhibit impressive modern achievements within ancient and incredibly rich cultures. Read more...
http://www.heraldonline.com/2012/09/24/4287561/friendly-planet-travel-introduces.html

Read more here: http://www.heraldonline.com/2012/09/24/4287561/friendly-planet-travel-introduces.html#storylink=cpy

Hotwire U.S. Cities

If you're looking for some steep discounts for fall travel, discount travel Hotwire.com has some suggestions. Their just released September 2012 Hotwire® Travel Savings Indicator features the top five cities in North America where hotel, air and car rental rates have dropped the most as compared to the same time last year.Read more...
http://www.boston.com/travel/explorene/blogs/packup/2012/09/hotwire_top_us_cities_where_ho.html

Lake Como and Tourism

On this varied tour we explore Lake Como, one of the most beautiful lakes in the world, plus some stunning icons of northern Italy and Switzerland. Read more..
http://www.mailtravel.co.uk/holiday/lake-como-st-moritz-and-the-bernina-express-f31a61cac9d1e4c3b3105cda27eab776/overview

Travel to Dordogne

A picturesque landscape of medieval villages

The Dordogne winds unhurriedly through a picturesque landscape of medieval villages perched on craggy hillsides, vineyards and pretty towns, an old world charm lingering around every bend. Read more
http://www.mailtravel.co.uk/holiday/dordogne-by-rail-a5d7808173d1884cd6bc0d47fc6ffc1e/overview

California Travel Association

Individuals and organizations who have made significant contributions to advance the state of California's travel industry will be honored at the California Travel Association's (CalTravel) 30th Annual California Travel Summit,June 4-6, at the Sacramento Convention Center. Read more...
http://www.marketwatch.com/story/california-travel-association-to-honor-industrys-best-at-30th-annual-summit-june-4-6-2012-05-08

Heavy Snow in Alps

Heavy snow is blanketing much of the central Alpine region between eastern Switzerland and western Austria, causing traffic accidents and bringing road and rail traffic to a crawl.
http://abcnews.go.com/International/wireStory/heavy-snow-slows-road-rail-travel-alps-15316649

Travel to Muscat

Muscat is the world's second best tourism destination to visit in 2012, according to the travel guide published by Lonely Planet

http://gulfnews.com/news/gulf/oman/muscat-is-world-s-second-best-city-for-travel-in-2012-lonely-planet-1.922670

Cambridge suggests tourist tax

Cambridge is so worried about the influx of tourists that it is considering 'banning' them from parts of the city centre

Read more: http://www.dailymail.co.uk/travel/article-2056059/Cambridge-tourist-tax-suggestion-forward-protect-historic-city-overcrowding.html#ixzz1cYn6MlI8

Holiday in Milan

Milan, in the northwest, is one of Italy's most fashionable cities,

offering good shopping, many cultural events, and historical and artistic sights.

http://goitaly.about.com/od/milanitalytravel/Milan_Travel_Essentials_Information_for_Visitors_to_Milan_Italy.htm

Have a Jamaican Holiday

One of the largest landfalls in the Caribbean, Jamaica is ringed with some of the world’s most spectacular beaches.

http://www.travelandleisure.com/travel-guide/jamaica

European Cities Travel Workshop

*One day event of pre-scheduled one-to-one meetings dedicated to

   the European city tourism industry

*Personalised agenda with up to 32 one-to-one meetings during the day

*Unique format of targeted business workshop with marketing

  opportunities for exhibitors

                   http://www.cityfair.travel/

60s Style in London

Here are the 5 places in London where you can find the style from the 60s. Go and get that 60s look and life today!

http://travel.nationalgeographic.com/travel/city-guides/london-60s-style/

Charm of Northern Spain

Spain is much more than sun and beach. In fact, it offers also a wide range of rural tourism locations which are an excellent alternative to spend a few days getting closer to the nature and the delicious Spanish gastronomy.

http://www.travelzoo.com/uk/from-the-deal-experts/discover-northern-spain-this-summer/

London- Easiest for Travel

Based on a poll carried out by Trip Advisor, the general consensus amongst travellers is that London is the easiest European city to get around. Read more..

http://www.holidayspress.com/london-voted-easiest-for-travel-by-tripadvisor/91446

Travel Cruises

Cruises let you sample different destinations, then decide where you'd like to return someday. You can efficiently visit several dynamically different destinations in a single week without wasting valuable hours packing, hauling your bags to the station and sitting on a train. Read more..

http://www.heraldnet.com/article/20110709/LIVING/707099987

Travel to Bath this weekend

A comfortable two-hour drive from London lies the picturesque British spa town of Bath. Read more

http://www.latimes.com/travel/sns-rt-us-travel-postcard-tre7671v1-20110708,0,1413002.story

Travel to Turin In Italy

Turin, or Torino in Italian, is in the Piedmont region of northwest Italy. Turin has much to offer to the traveler, from its Baroque cafes and architecture to its elegant shops and museums.

http://goitaly.about.com/od/turintorino/Torino_Travel_Essentials_Tourist_Information_for_Turin_Italy.htm

View the Shroud of Turin

The Shroud of Turin is an old linen shroud with the image of a crucified man. Many believe it's the image of Jesus Christ and the that this cloth was used to wrap his crucified body.

http://goitaly.about.com/od/turintorino/qt/shroud-of-turin.htm

Travel to Milan this Summer

Milan, in the northwest, is one of Italy's most fashionable cities, offering good shopping, many cultural events, and historical and artistic sights.

http://goitaly.about.com/od/milanitalytravel/Milan_Travel_Essentials_Information_for_Visitors_to_Milan_Italy.htm

Exciting Things to do in Milan

Here are the top things to do and top tourist attractions in Milan, Italy.

http://goitaly.about.com/od/milanitalytravel/tp/milan-tourist-attractions.htm

Travel to Australia

Sure it's got deadly spiders, snakes and sharks, but they don't stop people from coming here, never mind living here. And for good reason……

http://www.lonelyplanet.com/australia

Melbourne Hotels and Hostels

http://hotels.lonelyplanet.com/australia/melbourne-r1976872/?lpaffil=lpdest-hhpod

Sydney Hotels and Hostels

http://hotels.lonelyplanet.com/australia/sydney-r1976799/?lpaffil=lpdest-hhpod