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		<title>Cruises under $999 per person</title>
		<link>http://www.journeyetc.com/press-releases/cruises-under-999-per-person/</link>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 22 Nov 2009 10:48:34 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[You discover more for less on a P&#038;O Cruise. A P&#038;O Cruise has never been more affordable with cheap and cost effective cruise packages to suit everyones budget. And here are 5 good reasons:
1. Better value
Accomodation, all main meals, entertainment &#038; activities all included in your fare.
2. Hassle free holiday
Convenience to do as little or [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>You discover more for less on a P&#038;O Cruise. A P&#038;O Cruise has never been more affordable with cheap and cost effective cruise packages to suit everyones budget. And here are 5 good reasons:</p>
<p>1. Better value</p>
<p>Accomodation, all main meals, entertainment &#038; activities all included in your fare.</p>
<p>2. Hassle free holiday</p>
<p>Convenience to do as little or as much as you want.</p>
<p>3. Unpack once</p>
<p>No more transit lounges, no more running from hotel to hotel and access to exotic destination direct from your cabin door.</p>
<p>4. More choice</p>
<p>Wake up everyday to a new view or destination. Get up when you like, do what you like and have our crew look after you.</p>
<p>5. Kids are sorted</p>
<p>Full day of supervised activities for kids of all ages.</p>
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		<title>Working on a Cruise</title>
		<link>http://www.journeyetc.com/press-releases/working-on-a-cruise/</link>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 22 Nov 2009 10:41:02 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Travel Advisor</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Working on a Cruise 
Love cruising so much you&#8217;d like to work with us? See our on-board employment opportunities with P&#038;O Cruises, Australia&#8217;s favourite cruise holidays.
Child Care Staff 
Entertainment / Activities Staff / Disc Jockeys
Junior Assistant Purser 
Security Staff 
Retail Staff
Photographers
Videographers
Production Staff
A quick summary of the basic requirements you&#8217;ll need in order to apply.
Child Care
You [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Working on a Cruise </p>
<p>Love cruising so much you&#8217;d like to work with us? See our on-board employment opportunities with P&#038;O Cruises, Australia&#8217;s favourite cruise holidays.</p>
<p>Child Care Staff </p>
<p>Entertainment / Activities Staff / Disc Jockeys</p>
<p>Junior Assistant Purser </p>
<p>Security Staff </p>
<p>Retail Staff</p>
<p>Photographers</p>
<p>Videographers</p>
<p>Production Staff</p>
<p>A quick summary of the basic requirements you&#8217;ll need in order to apply.</p>
<p>Child Care</p>
<p>You must have Child Care Certification, a teaching diploma or professional child care experience.</p>
<p>Entertainers, Musicians, Disc Jockeys, Production Managers, Cruise Staff</p>
<p>Suitably experienced in your field and a performance or entertainment background.</p>
<p>Security Staff</p>
<p>Must hold a New South Wales Security Licence 1ABC (or other state equivalent), have a minimum 2 year&#8217;s experience in the security industry and hold a Responsible Service of Alcohol Accreditation.</p>
<p>Retail Staff</p>
<p>You need to have substantial prior retail experience.</p>
<p>How to Apply </p>
<p>Take Care</p>
<p>Please address your application correctly, as incorrect applications will not be redirected. If your application does not relate to a specific advertised vacancy, it will be considered to be an &#8220;unsolicited application&#8221;. Due to the sheer volume of unsolicited applications, receipt of these will not be acknowledged nor contact made with you unless there is a need to discuss a relevant vacancy.</p>
<p>Keeping you on File</p>
<p>If there is no specific vacancy, your application will be destroyed immediately or kept on file for a period of up to 12 months in case a suitable position arises.</p>
<p>We assume that by providing your application, you consent to this retaining period. If you do not consent, you must advise us when sending your application.</p>
<p>We treat every application in a secure manner. If there is a need to discuss a crew vacancy with you, you will be contacted to arrange an interview.</p>
<p>Apply Here</p>
<p>If you are interested in any of these roles and you meet the minimum requirements, we invite you to send a written application to:</p>
<p>onboard@staffatsea.com</p>
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		<title>Personalise Your Cruise</title>
		<link>http://www.journeyetc.com/press-releases/personalise-your-cruise/</link>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 22 Nov 2009 10:40:17 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Travel Advisor</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[What will I find in my Cruise Personaliser?
At a glance, you can view your itinerary, dining options, cabin category and cabin number (subject to change), contact details, passport information, emergency contacts and any dietary or medical requirements already requested.
Who has access to Cruise Personaliser?
Both passengers and travel agents have access to Cruise Personaliser.
Where can I [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>What will I find in my Cruise Personaliser?</p>
<p>At a glance, you can view your itinerary, dining options, cabin category and cabin number (subject to change), contact details, passport information, emergency contacts and any dietary or medical requirements already requested.</p>
<p>Who has access to Cruise Personaliser?</p>
<p>Both passengers and travel agents have access to Cruise Personaliser.</p>
<p>Where can I find my booking reference number?</p>
<p>If you were the person who booked through our Reservations Centre or at a travel agent, you would have received your booking reference as part of your confirmation. Each person on a booking can access Cruise Personaliser using their own first name, surname and the booking reference number. If you did not make the booking, you will need to contact the person who did to obtain the booking reference. Once you have logged in, you will notice that all people in the party are displayed under the same booking reference number.</p>
<p>Please Note: If you provide us with the personal information of any other passengers, you must have the authority of those passengers or if the passengers are under the age of 18, you must be their parent or legal guardian.</p>
<p>Who do I contact if I have forgotten or lost my booking number?</p>
<p>You can call Carnival Australia during the hours of 7am – 8pm AEST (Monday to Friday), 9am &#8211; 5pm AEST (Saturday and Sunday) on 13 24 94.</p>
<p>Are there any differences between the manual form details and the data entered online?</p>
<p>Yes. There are some minor differences in the data able to be entered through this service. Dining (including dietary requests) and medical requests can not be entered into Cruise Personaliser.</p>
<p>Can I make online bookings through Cruise Personaliser?</p>
<p>No. Cruise Personaliser is for either travel agents or passengers with a current booking that needs further personal information supplied in order have their tickets dispatched. Please note that full payment is required along with immigration details for tickets to be issued. Cruises are normally opened for ticketing 60 days prior to their sail date.</p>
<p>Can I add or update information in Cruise Personaliser?</p>
<p>The only details that can be added or updated are phone numbers and the immigration details (including address, emergency contact and passport details).</p>
<p>Can I fill out the Cruise Personaliser if I&#8217;m going on a P&#038;O Cruises World Voyage?</p>
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		<title>Travel Insurance</title>
		<link>http://www.journeyetc.com/press-releases/travel-insurance/</link>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 22 Nov 2009 10:34:04 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Travel Advisor</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[We strongly encourage you to take out comprehensive international travel insurance as you pay your deposit. P&#038;O Cruises recommends CHI Travel Insurance. Ensure you are covered for general medical expenses, existing medical conditions, hospitalisation and medical evacuations.
If you plan on participating in sports such as scuba diving or parasailing, ensure  your policy covers these [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>We strongly encourage you to take out comprehensive international travel insurance as you pay your deposit. P&#038;O Cruises recommends CHI Travel Insurance. Ensure you are covered for general medical expenses, existing medical conditions, hospitalisation and medical evacuations.</p>
<p>If you plan on participating in sports such as scuba diving or parasailing, ensure  your policy covers these activities. International travel insurance is also required on Australian coastal cruises, as your cruise is outside the scope of Australian Medicare and the New Zealand Accident Compensation Corporation (ACC).</p>
<p>Be aware when organising your insurance that uninsured travellers (or their families) are held personally liable for cancellation, medical and associated costs incurred at any time whether before the cruise, on board or overseas. Hospitalisation costs on board or outside of the country and medical evacuation costs are very expensive and are not covered by Medicare, ACC or private health insurance. Daily hospital bills can cost as much as AUD 5,000 per day. All consultations, treatments and medications are charged at private rates.</p>
<p>Don&#8217;t base your insurance decision on the assumption that &#8216;it won&#8217;t happen to me&#8217; – accidents do happen. Please see the Department of Foreign Affairs website at smartraveller.gov.au or safetravel.govt.nz for more information.</p>
<p>For Australian passengers please contact CHI Travel Insurance or phone 1300 653 852 (AU) or your Travel Agent for information on travel insurance. For New Zealand passengers, please contact your travel agent to arrange a policy.</p>
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		<title>New to Cruising?</title>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 22 Nov 2009 10:33:16 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Travel Advisor</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[You&#8217;ll be amazed at the value P&#38;O Cruises packs into our great cruise packages. From your floating resort, you&#8217;ll enjoy a spectacular world of cruising on board and offshore.Your one incredible low fare includes superb accommodation, all main meals, on-board entertainment, kids clubs and a choice of exciting Shore Tours. Do it all, or do [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>You&#8217;ll be amazed at the value P&amp;O Cruises packs into our great cruise packages. From your floating resort, you&#8217;ll enjoy a spectacular world of cruising on board and offshore.<br style="font-family: Tahoma; padding: 0px; margin: 0px;" /><br style="font-family: Tahoma; padding: 0px; margin: 0px;" />Your one incredible low fare includes superb accommodation, all main meals, on-board entertainment, kids clubs and a choice of exciting Shore Tours. Do it all, or do nothing at all! Our contemporary superliners and cruise ships offer you an oasis of luxury. And with the arrival of Pacific Jewel later this year and Pacific Pearl in 2010, you&#8217;ll discover a whole new level of cruising.<br style="font-family: Tahoma; padding: 0px; margin: 0px;" /><br style="font-family: Tahoma; padding: 0px; margin: 0px;" />Our fleet, including Pacific Dawn and Pacific Sun will be Australia&#8217;s largest, offering you more convenient departures and an enticing array of itineraries &#8211; over 50 exotic destinations in 11 countries. All this and you only have to unpack once!<br style="font-family: Tahoma; padding: 0px; margin: 0px;" /><br style="font-family: Tahoma; padding: 0px; margin: 0px;" />Life on Board<br style="font-family: Tahoma; padding: 0px; margin: 0px;" /><br style="font-family: Tahoma; padding: 0px; margin: 0px;" />You&#8217;ll see how P&amp;O Cruises give you the best cruise deals. Your liner truly is a luxury resort with service and amenities to make you feel special.<br style="font-family: Tahoma; padding: 0px; margin: 0px;" /><br style="font-family: Tahoma; padding: 0px; margin: 0px;" />Along with stunning ocean view balcony suites, a glittering array of entertainment, our unique spa and fitness centre, sumptuous cuisine choices, professionally staffed Kids Clubs and 24-hour service, our friendly staff are waiting to make your cruise an experience like no other.<br style="font-family: Tahoma; padding: 0px; margin: 0px;" /><br style="font-family: Tahoma; padding: 0px; margin: 0px;" />Life On Board Our Ships</p>
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		<title>Learn More About Cruising</title>
		<link>http://www.journeyetc.com/press-releases/learn-more-about-cruising/</link>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 22 Nov 2009 10:30:37 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Travel Advisor</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[You&#8217;ll be amazed at the value P&#38;O Cruises packs into our great cruise packages. From your floating resort, you&#8217;ll enjoy a spectacular world of cruising on board and offshore.Your one incredible low fare includes superb accommodation, all main meals, on-board entertainment, kids clubs and a choice of exciting Shore Tours. Do it all, or do [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>You&#8217;ll be amazed at the value P&amp;O Cruises packs into our great cruise packages. From your floating resort, you&#8217;ll enjoy a spectacular world of cruising on board and offshore.<br style="font-family: Tahoma; padding: 0px; margin: 0px;" /><br style="font-family: Tahoma; padding: 0px; margin: 0px;" />Your one incredible low fare includes superb accommodation, all main meals, on-board entertainment, kids clubs and a choice of exciting Shore Tours. Do it all, or do nothing at all! Our contemporary superliners and cruise ships offer you an oasis of luxury. And with the arrival of Pacific Jewel later this year and Pacific Pearl in 2010, you&#8217;ll discover a whole new level of cruising.<br style="font-family: Tahoma; padding: 0px; margin: 0px;" /><br style="font-family: Tahoma; padding: 0px; margin: 0px;" />Our fleet, including Pacific Dawn and Pacific Sun will be Australia&#8217;s largest, offering you more convenient departures and an enticing array of itineraries &#8211; over 50 exotic destinations in 11 countries. All this and you only have to unpack once!<br style="font-family: Tahoma; padding: 0px; margin: 0px;" /><br style="font-family: Tahoma; padding: 0px; margin: 0px;" />Life on Board<br style="font-family: Tahoma; padding: 0px; margin: 0px;" /><br style="font-family: Tahoma; padding: 0px; margin: 0px;" />You&#8217;ll see how P&amp;O Cruises give you the best cruise deals. Your liner truly is a luxury resort with service and amenities to make you feel special.<br style="font-family: Tahoma; padding: 0px; margin: 0px;" /><br style="font-family: Tahoma; padding: 0px; margin: 0px;" />Along with stunning ocean view balcony suites, a glittering array of entertainment, our unique spa and fitness centre, sumptuous cuisine choices, professionally staffed Kids Clubs and 24-hour service, our friendly staff are waiting to make your cruise an experience like no other.<br style="font-family: Tahoma; padding: 0px; margin: 0px;" /><br style="font-family: Tahoma; padding: 0px; margin: 0px;" />Life On Board Our Ships</p>
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		<title>AirTran Airways Offers Double A+ Rewards Credits for Milwaukee Travel</title>
		<link>http://www.journeyetc.com/press-releases/airtran-airways-offers-double-a-rewards-credits-for-milwaukee-travel/</link>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 21 Nov 2009 08:43:49 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Travel Advisor</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Members Will Earn Double A+ Credits for Flights to and From Milwaukee Through February 10, 2010-
ORLANDO, Fla., Nov. 20 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ &#8212; AirTran Airways, a subsidiary of AirTran Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: AAI), announced today that the airline will offer double A+ Rewards credits to all A+ Rewards members when they fly to or from Milwaukee to [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Members Will Earn Double A+ Credits for Flights to and From Milwaukee Through February 10, 2010-</p>
<p>ORLANDO, Fla., Nov. 20 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ &#8212; AirTran Airways, a subsidiary of AirTran Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: AAI), announced today that the airline will offer double A+ Rewards credits to all A+ Rewards members when they fly to or from Milwaukee to any AirTran Airways destination through February 10, 2010.</p>
<p>When A+ Rewards members purchase travel, they will earn four A+ Rewards credits for every round-trip to or from Milwaukee flown by February 10, 2010, instead of the usual two credits. There is no fee to become a member of the A+ Rewards program and travelers must be A+ Rewards members at the time of departure to earn double credits through this offer. To register for this promotion or to join the program, customers should visit: aplusrewards.com before travelling.</p>
<p>&#8220;AirTran Airways appreciates our loyal A+ Rewards customers and the support they&#8217;ve show us throughout the year,&#8221; said Tad Hutcheson, vice president of marketing and sales for AirTran Airways. &#8220;In the spirit of the holiday season, we are proud to give back when it matters most to our A+ Rewards members. Our Milwaukee double A+ credits promotion is just one of the many benefits we offer our loyal customers and an advantage of being an A+ Rewards member.&#8221;</p>
<p>AirTran Airways&#8217; award-winning A+ Rewards program is unlike many other airline frequent flier programs. Rather than rewarding members for actual miles flown, the program counts one-way trips, enabling members to earn free trips on AirTran Airways or any other airline with no blackout dates to anywhere in the world, complimentary space available upgrades and other Elite features quickly.</p>
<p>AirTran Airways, a subsidiary of AirTran Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: AAI) and a Fortune 1000 company, has been ranked the number one low cost carrier in the Airline Quality Rating study for the past two years. The airline offers coast-to-coast flights on North America&#8217;s newest all-Boeing fleet with Business Class and complimentary XM Satellite Radio on every flight. To book a flight, visit airtran.com.</p>
<p>Media Contacts: AirTran Airways</p>
<p>Christopher White</p>
<p>Cynthia Tinsley-Douglas</p>
<p>678.254.7442</p>
<p>SOURCE AirTran Airways</p>
<p>Christopher White or Cynthia Tinsley-Douglas, both of AirTran Airways, +1-678-254-7442</p>
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		<title>Holiday Inn Express Continues Growth in California</title>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 21 Nov 2009 08:43:00 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Travel Advisor</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Holiday Inn Express Continues Growth in California
Sacramento hotel will feature brand&#8217;s new sign
ATLANTA &#8211; IHG (InterContinental Hotels Group) [LON: IHG, NYSE: IHG (ADRs)], the world&#8217;s largest hotel group by number of rooms, announced today that the Holiday Inn Express Cal Expo will open next month. The hotel has 57 standard guest rooms and 24 spacious [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Holiday Inn Express Continues Growth in California</p>
<p>Sacramento hotel will feature brand&#8217;s new sign</p>
<p>ATLANTA &#8211; IHG (InterContinental Hotels Group) [LON: IHG, NYSE: IHG (ADRs)], the world&#8217;s largest hotel group by number of rooms, announced today that the Holiday Inn Express Cal Expo will open next month. The hotel has 57 standard guest rooms and 24 spacious suites.</p>
<p>&#8220;We are thrilled to welcome this property to the Holiday Inn family of hotels with the brand new sign and everything it represents.  Holiday Inn hotels are specifically designed for business and family oriented leisure travelers in need of a full-service lodging experience, and this property fits well within that offering,&#8221; said Gina LaBarre, vice president, Brand Delivery, the Americas, IHG. &#8220;Development in Sacramento is important in expanding our Holiday Inn consumer base and growing an even stronger presence across the Americas.&#8221;</p>
<p>The Holiday Inn brand relaunch is the largest relaunch in hospitality history, with more than 3,300 hotels around the world being updated &#8211; improving quality and driving consistency at Holiday Inn and Holiday Inn Express hotels around the world. The global estate is expected to be relaunched by the end of 2010, and more than 1,400 hotels have been already been relaunched to date.  </p>
<p>The relaunch focuses on the things research shows matter most to guests &#8211; a modern, contemporary hotel with efficient, friendly service and a great night&#8217;s sleep.  Relaunched hotels such as the Holiday Inn Express Cal Expo feature:</p>
<p>Upgraded and decluttered lobby areasA Holiday Inn Express signature scent and soundNew exterior lightingNew signage with the redesigned logoAll Holiday Inn employees also go through an extensive &#8220;Stay Real&#8221; training program to ensure guests receive the level of service they expect.</p>
<p>The three-story Holiday Inn Express and Suites is located at 2224 Auburn Blvd.  There are a number of guest amenities, including a complimentary 24-hour fitness center, outdoor pool, business center, 3,000 square feet of meeting space with state of the art audio/visual for business functions or special events.  These meeting spaces are state of the art with web casting and video conferencing capabilities.  The hotel is conveniently located near McClellan Office Park, Downtown Sacramento and nearby attractions including Raging Waters, Cal Expo Center, Haggin Oaks Golf Course, Sacramento Softball Complex, Cherry Island, California State University, Sacramento and American River College.  A complimentary hotel shuttle service provides easy access to and from the airport and other local areas.</p>
<p>The Holiday Inn Express brand delivers a comfortable and smart environment with preferred guest upgrades to ensure a productive stay while traveling for business or leisure.  The brand&#8217;s newly enhanced complimentary Express Start® breakfast bar features a rotation of various breakfast items including eggs, breakfast sausage and bacon, biscuits, yogurts, fruit and the brand&#8217;s proprietary cinnamon roll and Smart Roast® coffee.  The Holiday Inn Cal Expo has a breakfast Great Room, with room to accommodate more than 100 people and features a hand painted ceiling mural with hand blown glass chandeliers.  The hotel also features a bi-weekly manager&#8217;s reception offering guests an opportunity to meet with the managers and other guests of the hotel for complimentary beverages and hors d&#8217;oeuvres. </p>
<p>Standard Holiday Inn Express hotel guest rooms feature comfortable queen or king-sized beds, a sitting area with a lounge chair, in-room coffee machine featuring complimentary Smart Roast 100% Arabica coffee, and iPod dock.  Business travelers will find large desks, ergonomic chairs, free high-speed wireless internet access, and free local and toll free phone calls.  The Holiday Inn Cal Expo has Hot Spot Technology providing guests with easy and convenient access to printing networks from their guest room. The SimplySmartTM shower incorporates a proprietary Stay SmartTM Kohler showerhead, signature shower curtain with curved rod, upgraded 100 percent cotton terry towels and a custom line of cinnamon-scented bath products.  Guests will also enjoy the SimplySmart bedding collection, including new crisp fresh bedding which features an attractive decorative throw, a medium-weight duvet blanket and soft 200 thread-count sheets.</p>
<p>Holiday Inn Express hotels participate in IHG&#8217;s guest loyalty program, Priority Club® Rewards. The industry&#8217;s first and largest guest loyalty program has 47 million members.  Priority Club Rewards membership is free and guests can enroll by logging on www.priorityclub.com, calling 1-888-211-9874 or by inquiring at the front desk of this hotel or any of IHG&#8217;s nearly 4,400 hotels worldwide.</p>
<p>The Holiday Inn Express Cal Expo is owned and operated by Twin Hospitality LLC, under a license agreement with a company in the InterContinental Hotels Group.</p>
<p>About Holiday Inn Express</p>
<p>Holiday Inn Express hotels are modern hotels for value-oriented travelers.  Fresh, clean and uncomplicated, Holiday Inn Express hotels offer competitive rates for both business and leisure travelers.  Guests Stay Smart® at Holiday Inn Express hotels where they enjoy a free hot Express Start® Breakfast Bar, free high-speed internet access and free local phone calls (US and Canada only).  There are currently more than 2,000 Holiday Inn Express hotel locations around the globe.  For more information about Holiday Inn Express hotels or to book reservations, call 1-800-HOLIDAY or visit http://www.hiexpress.com/.</p>
<p>Media Contacts:</p>
<p>Emily Brinkley, Holiday Inn Express, emily.brinkley@ihg.com, +1(770) 604-2037</p>
<p>Sarah-Ann Soffer, Holiday Inn Express, sarahann.soffer@ihg.com, +1(770) 604-2707</p>
<p>Notes to Editors:</p>
<p>InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG) [LON:IHG, NYSE:IHG (ADRs)] is the world’s largest hotel group by number of rooms. IHG owns, manages, leases or franchises, through various subsidiaries, nearly 4,400 hotels and over 640,000 guest rooms in 100 countries and territories around the world.  The Group owns a portfolio of well recognized and respected hotel brands including InterContinental® Hotels &#038; Resorts, Hotel Indigo®, Crowne Plaza® Hotels &#038; Resorts, Holiday Inn® Hotels and Resorts, Holiday Inn Express®, Staybridge Suites® and Candlewood Suites® and also manages the world’s largest hotel loyalty program, Priority Club® Rewards with 47 million members worldwide.</p>
<p>IHG has 1,500 hotels in its development pipeline, which will create 140,000 jobs worldwide over the next few years.</p>
<p>InterContinental Hotels Group PLC is the Group’s holding company and is incorporated in Great Britain and registered in England and Wales.</p>
<p>IHG offers information and online reservations for all its hotel brands at www.ihg.com and information for the Priority Club Rewards program at www.priorityclub.com. For the latest news from IHG, visit our online Press Office at www.ihg.com/media</p>
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		<title>Breakthrough in satellite navigation for air traffic</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[Air Berlin is the world&#8217;s first airline to receive LBA (German Federal Aviation Office) approval for employing GLS (GPS landing system) technology on its flights. This satellite technology is already being used successfully in vehicle navigation devices and mobile telephones, and Air Berlin has been running trials since 2008. In future the airline will also [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Air Berlin is the world&#8217;s first airline to receive LBA (German Federal Aviation Office) approval for employing GLS (GPS landing system) technology on its flights. This satellite technology is already being used successfully in vehicle navigation devices and mobile telephones, and Air Berlin has been running trials since 2008. In future the airline will also be able to use it for normal flight operations. This makes the second largest German airline an international trailblazer.</p>
<p>GLS makes precise approaches and pinpoint landings possible. Satellite navigation is more flexible than the conventional ILS (instrument landing system), which uses radar guidance. Consequently it makes approaches more efficient, comfortable and quiet. It also offers a considerable cost-saving potential.</p>
<p>Our tests with satellite-based approaches were so successful that we are convinced that GLS is the technology of the future for global air traffic, commented Marc Altenscheidt, Chief Boeing Fleet at Air Berlin, when talking about the airline?s LBA approval. Approval has been obtained for category 1 approaches.</p>
<p>GLS will be replacing the conventional ILS, since it is not susceptible to poor weather conditions or obstacles, remarked Frank Brenner, Director Operations at DFS&#8217;s Business Unit Center.</p>
<p>Since June 2007, all type 737-700 and -800 Boeings delivered to Air Berlin have been equipped with the new sat nav.</p>
<p>Press contact:</p>
<p>Nadine Bernhardt</p>
<p>Air Berlin Press Officer</p>
<p>Tel.: + 49 30 3434 1516</p>
<p>Fax: + 49 30 3434 1509</p>
<p>E-mail: nbernhardt@airberlin.com</p>
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		<title>Jet Airways receives The Best Long Haul Carrier ex-Brussels award at the Tm Travel Awards 2009</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[Jet Airways receives The Best Long Haul Carrier ex-Brussels award at the Tm Travel Awards 2009
Bags the award for the second consecutive year
November 20, 2009: Jet Airways, India’s premier airline, was awarded the title of “Best Long Haul Airline from Brussels” at the recently held TM Travel Awards 2009 ceremony at Antwerp. Nearly 800 leading [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Jet Airways receives The Best Long Haul Carrier ex-Brussels award at the Tm Travel Awards 2009</p>
<p>Bags the award for the second consecutive year</p>
<p>November 20, 2009: Jet Airways, India’s premier airline, was awarded the title of “Best Long Haul Airline from Brussels” at the recently held TM Travel Awards 2009 ceremony at Antwerp. Nearly 800 leading Belgian travel agents participated in the voting ceremony to elect a winner in each category.</p>
<p>Jet Airways, who recently celebrated its second successful year of operations at the Brussels hub, won the prize for the best long haul airline from Brussels. The Runner ups were Brussels Airlines and Etihad Airways.</p>
<p>Emmanuel Menu, Vice President, Jet Airways Continental Europe, said,<br />
“The Jet Airways intercontinental hub between Europe, India, Africa and North America became a reality in 2007. With our extensive code share agreements with Brussels Airlines and the cooperation of Brussels Airport flying with Jet Airways is an unrivalled experience. Jet Airways offers superior quality services which has created a benchmark in the Belgian travel industry and has been the key to its success, this second award only confirms it!”</p>
<p>Amongst its various customer-friendly services, Jet Airways offers a warm welcome by friendly, multilingual staff. A unique lounge for Première and First Class passengers, ranked amongst the top 50 best lounges worldwide by the readers of Business Travellers Magazine (UK). The only 180° flat bed available in business class from Brussels on its online destinations and exceptional in-flight services in all classes.</p>
<p>About Jet Airways<br />
Jet Airways currently operates a fleet of 87 aircraft, which includes 10 Boeing 777-300 ER aircraft, 12 Airbus A330-200 aircraft, 51 next generation Boeing 737-700/800/900 aircraft and 14 modern ATR 72-500 turboprop aircraft. With an average fleet age of 4.51 years, the airline has one of the youngest aircraft fleet in the world.</p>
<p>Flights to 61 destinations span the length and breadth of India and beyond, including New York (both JFK and Newark), Toronto, Brussels, London (Heathrow), Hong Kong, Singapore, Kuala Lumpur, Colombo, Bangkok, Kathmandu, Dhaka, Kuwait, Bahrain, Muscat, Doha, Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Jeddah, Sharjah and Riyadh.</p>
<p>Jet Airways and its all-economy, no-frills Jet Airways Konnect service together operate over 300 flights daily.</p>
<p>About Jet Airways Konnect<br />
Jet Airways Konnect is Jet Airways’ all-economy service on key domestic routes, designed to meet the needs of the low fare segment.</p>
<p>Jet Airways Konnect links five major metros- Mumbai, Delhi, Chennai, Bengaluru and Kolkata &#8211; with several destinations across India.</p>
<p>Jet Airways Konnect operates over 195 flights daily.</p>
<p>About JetLite:<br />
JetLite is a wholly owned subsidiary of Jet Airways India Ltd. and was acquired by Jet Airways in April 2007. Positioned as an all-economy airline, JetLite promises to offer value for money fares. JetLite operates a fleet of 23 aircraft, which includes 16 Boeing 737 series and 7 Canadian Regional Jets 200 Series. The airline flies to 28 domestic destinations and 2 international destinations (Kathmandu and Colombo), operating over 110 flights a day, on average.</p>
<p>Jet Airways, with the acquisition of JetLite and with Jet Airways Konnect, its all-economy, no-frills service, has a combined fleet strength of 110 aircraft and operates over 410 flights daily.</p>
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