magazine jaxfax ® october 2009 the travel agents’ path to profits 16 cyprus golden anniversary 24 portugal invests for tomorrow 26 singapore corners se asia market 29 korea traveling eat 32 brazil plan now big party 36 morocco magical marrakesh 38 south africa bets on soccer in 2010 44 turks & caicos gold coast flanders<!TEKI!>here´snews that will put you to sleep. premium business south america. 100% horizontal, full flat. only from lan. lan.com<!TEKI!>receive up to 50% off in st. lucia & barbados! tours operated by travel impressions. rates are land only, per person, based on double occupancy lowest available room categories, and include roundtrip hotel transfers, 3-night accommodations, tax service charges. almond resorts summer sale 2009 is valid for bookings made 10/15/09 traveled 12/20/09. advertised rate november travel; other periods may be slightly higher. blackout, weekend, holiday peak season surcharges apply. promotion accurate at time of publication subject changes, exceptions, cancellation charges restrictions. all savings reflected prices. not responsible errors or omissions the printing this flyer.additional higher priced packages available. new only combinable. cst #2029006- 20, iowa #758, nevada #2004-0029, washington ubi #602 425 801. aj064-09_df_9.17.09 reservations 800-284-0044 1% bonus commission when you book online with quest agents www.travelimpressions.com today take advantage resorts! resorts’ five all-inclusive barbados offer ultimate getaway. one price includes gourmet cuisine, tropical premium cocktails, live entertainment sports water land. as premier caribbean groups, destination weddings, couples, families singles, offers a spectacular island paradise those seeking personalized vacation without rules, worries. from kid’s programs most incredible spas, promises that your will always “for you. about you.” smugglers cove resort..........................................................................$ 505 morgan bay resort ................................................................................$ 555 casuarina beach ........................................................................$ 549 club spa ......................................................................$ 565 village ........................................................................................$ 579 3 nights start at: person include: airport/hotel transfers • accommodations meals, drinks snacks daily activities nightly non-motorized watersports more…<!TEKI!>2 october 2009 www.jaxfax.com destination features and articles 12 cover feature flanders flanders’ constellation of stellar sites publisher’s corner 7 is there a light at the end tunnel? editor’s desk 9 surveying lands seas snapshots 11 month in review exclusive interviews 15 dan benjoseph, ctc & director tourist office for 26 rail europe’s fresh-faced site keeps eye on profits 75 travelsavers: forty years going strong magazine jaxfax ® volume 37, no. 10 800-952-9329 consolifare password: sure, are places to visit things see bruges, ghent antwerp, but let’s start with most famous belgian attraction all: mannekin pis. this small statue little boy peeing into fountain has drawn visitors brussels since 1619. so, head rue de l’etuve stroofstraat begin your tour (you’ve got somewhere). don’t be surprised if bronze cherub sports trendy outfit – he boasts an extensive wardrobe of… 16 cyprus celebrates golden anniversary any counting more than 360 days sun would seem great candidate year-round destination... 19 europe christmas market every country 24 portugal promising plans 2010 singapore corners se asia earlier year, tourism bureau shared its worldwide forecast travel sector estimating… 29 korea traveling eat food essential element culture by extension travel. korea, cuisine so distinctive flavorful, that... 32 brazil plan now that big, fat party 36 morocco magical marrakesh oddly-shaped flutes echo through djemaa el fna, huge marketplace marrakesh, also known as “red city... 38 south africa bets soccer extravaganza becoming major industry draws international headlines. whether news swirls… 42 airline 44 turks caicos gold coast attractions grace bay beach providenciales (provo), one 40-odd flat-top islands some 600 miles from… 46 usa hitch clients right ranch 48 make friends..and money amadeus 77 cruise caribbean welcomes busy season emagazine these additional sign up on: e44 anguilla big agent e45 curaÇao cultural cruising flandersnto<!TEKI!>the ultimate food & rhythm experience www.foodanddrink-caribbean.com<!TEKI!>c o n t e • b r 2 0 9 departments travel marketing magazine is published monthly by: jet airtransport exchange, inc. 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many conversations with travel agents suppliers thetradeshow in las vegas, answer this ques- tion still eluding us. while econo- my showing signs improvement, optimism may generate tem- pered somewhat by fears another h1n1 outbreak that currently being playing out media. so can do now as agent ensure will outlast current reces- sion be here for inevitable rebound has traditionally followed difficult times? education time increase your expertise. it secret who are most successful, have been best able ride storm, those specialize specific destination or niche. upcoming novem- ber issue jax fax compiling first ever comprehensive guide specialist programs. research- ing we were surprised learn well over 100 dif- ferent destinations supplier com- panies offering program. part, programs free offer great perks such con- sumer referral fam trips. speaking trips, if things slow office take an educational trip. resorts, cruises, etc. excess inventory working tour operators tourist boards create trips help enhance agents’ knowledge their products. every page trip offerings – see month’s 79. product expertise way which compete against large, impersonal websites. marketing agency’s efforts. don’t already database clients’ addresses emails, start creating one. one, step up truly “deals lifetime” had right now, clients hear about from someone. shouldn’t you! consortia cooperative email direct mail programs, very least they ad slicks personalize infor- mation send clients. sending middle week day tend received. sure add opt message bottom prevent spamming issues. not familiar social media sites like facebook, myspace twitter, must set account use it. know how, ask kids grandkids - i assure do. once up, tools promote agency spe- cialist status. twitter “tweet” special offers followers. more ways business build sales but won’t until become how work. line is: sit back wait better days ahead. productively personal awareness agency, when does shining dark tunnel, one reach douglas cooke, ctc, publisher publisher’s corner www.jaxfax.com october 2009 7<!TEKI!>elie sidawi president, sunny land tours “make sure you have a supply of our new brochure featuring weekly guaranteed departures through february 2011. recommend israel, the perfect destination for your clients. tours, operating to israel and middle east over 40 years.” israelthe holy thru 2011 with extensionsto egypt & jordan why israel: it is offer clients, at any time. it’s not just another coun- try visit, lifetime unforgettable experience that will enrich body soul. only in can clients come face history, archaeology, biblical shrines, hospitality, security, modern infrastructure, abundant tourist attrac- tions bargain prices–just name few why's. land: was initially mid-east ground operator, so be confident are expert hands. presenting 3 distinctive tour programs departures: “the land” “classical israel,” feature weekly, guided visits all christian, jewish moslem shrines land, provide selection hotel categories chose from, as well optional extensions or egypt, saving cost round trip air tickets! "shalom israel" 3rd option delivers self drive insured car city stay dan chain hotel. rates start from $999 discounted fares available various u.s. gateways on commissionto booking agents: 10to 20% freetravel agents' educationaltrips posted october www.hotfamtrips.com call us complimentary brochures: 1-800-783-7839 programs, visit: www.israelhotdeals.com<!TEKI!>s urveys tend to make us feel “better informed” with a few bytes of data and statistics. the two surveys i recently looked at were conducted in august both confirmed things you may already have rattling around your brain, namely that people are impatient stay- cations, price sensitivity has led some travelers back on road luxury items become more available mass market. travel leaders, one largest leisure corporate managed busi- ness agency networks world, polled 452 leaders’ agents, managers owners; while altour’s bi-monthly index began june, 2008. fall trends survey reveals it is hard, if not nearly impossible, de-throne wildly popular domestic interna- tional options offered by las vegas caribbean cruising even tough economic year. same time, exchange rate favorable than was this time 2008, london seen resurgence its popu- larity among international destina- tions chicago washington d.c. continue move up rankings domestically. found market still very much european travel, yet exotic destinations rise for u.s. travelers. europe con- tinues track 84%, rated top three first 36%, three- way tie second domes- tic hawaii. front, leaders reported florence region tuscany gained eight spots ranking amsterdam jumped 10 spots. “european fits lead pack our clients, who fly willing spend. they are, however, demanding deals every aspect their stay,” says altour founder alexandre chemla. adventurous head south america, which, 71%, maintained spot locales since fol- lowed eastern europe, which posts highest 43%, africa 33%. “clients looking central america rather asia africa, due lower air fares less dollar strength against local currencies,” said agent barbara lieberman white plains, new york. fastest climbers year hong kong, raced from #37 2008 #22 cruise market, sales resilient premium mass-market sum- mer, 26% agents reporting higher demand last vs. 17% may. explains lieberman, “the lines lowered rates sufficiently including ground excursions, making them competitive market.” maria lisella, editor e d t o r ’ k surveying lands seas www.jaxfax.com october 2009 9<!TEKI!>china host of the 2010 shanghai world expo for info, contact national tourist office: air china: www.cnto.org www.cntovideo.org www.airchina.com new york 370 lexington ave suite 912 york, ny 10017 ny@cnto.org los angeles 550 north brand blvd 910 glendale, ca 91203 la@cnto.org<!TEKI!>world tourism award honorees at corinthia hotels hotels, a malta-based hospi- tality chain, and co-sponsor of the annu- al together with american express, international her- ald tribune reed travel exhibitions, announced 2009 press breakfast in new york city. itself will be presented market on november 10, london. pictured from left are tony potter, ceo managing director, chi & resorts which includes brand; h.e. saviour e. borg, ambassador permanent representative malta to united nations; bruce beckham, executive cares, honoree; brad ford, director business development, gap adventures, glenn carroll, sr. vp sales marketing, resorts. pata elects officers ny pata’s board was installed annual general meeting hosted by phillipines tourist offfice. includes: andy bhatia, kingfisher airlines as chairman, doug cooke, publisher editorial jax fax20travel marketing mag- azine vice chairman; larry greenman victoria cruises treasurer jani nayar, sath - society for accessible hospitality secretary. czech republic unveiled its “stunningly dif- ferent” campaign mice workshop newly renovated bohemian national hall sept. 1. besides exchanging information participating companies, jade sebek, direc- tor department czechtourism prague, michaela palkova-claudino, usa were hand answer questions facilitate meetings networking. austrian takes streets brought smile faces yorkers washingtonians unveiling smart car “airplanes” part create awareness about smartest ride europe class. cars, drivers street team dressed look like pilots, view driving around until labor day then two weeks after washington, d.c. adding an extra element “cool” free bottles cold water handed out passersby. email info news@geoffreyweill.com las vegas brand reaches global association’s (lvha) aug. 20 luncheon wolfgang puck’s postrio restaurant venetian, guest speaker john bischoff, pres- ident strategy convention visitors authority (lvcva). along statistics, bischoff covered how lvcva is branding marketplace, lvha members can get involved, important it flexible these changing times. snapshots month review www.jaxfax.com october 11<!TEKI!>s ure, there are places to visit and things see in bruges, ghent antwerp, but let’s start with the most famous belgian tourist attraction of all: mannekin pis. this small statue a little boy peeing into fountain has drawn visitors brussels since 1619. so, head corner rue de l’etuve stroofstraat begin your tour flanders (you’ve got somewhere). don’t be surprised if bronze cherub sports trendy outfit – he boasts an extensive wardrobe several hundred ensembles, including elvis get-up tibetan monk’s robes (you can entire collection city museum). time out for bit explanation: flan- ders isn’t european country. it’s flemish-speaking northern region belgium, (for purpos- es) capital, brussels. (a separate office takes care french- speaking called wallonia, although it also encompasses officially bilingual city.) star attractions is most-visited belgium. thriving metro area about two million people, not only capital country, headquar- ters both union nato. founded well before first millennium, was once sole all so- low countries (belgium, netherlands luxembourg). bel- gium didn’t become independent until 1830, remains constitutional monarchy. recommend starting trip brus- sels at grand place, unesco world heritage site. heart sels, its ornate baroque gothic guild houses were built by merchants 13th century (mannekin pis just around corner). other must- stops royal galleries st. hubert, glass-roofed shopping arcade 1847, atomium (www.atomium.be) molecule enlarged 165 billion times check view from top. and, last least, center comic strip art (www.comicscenter.net/en/home), that been celebrating 20th anniversary throughout 2009 boatload special events. addition, belgium’s muse- ums newest magritte museum (www.musee- magritte-museum.be), featuring work rené magritte, surrealist artist. one 30 museums available free admission via card (www.brusselscard.be), essential clients who’ll spending any nation’s capital. includes rides on public transit. bonus visiting fall “late openings” (www.museavanbrussel.be/en). least five city’s open 5 10 p.m. each thursday through december 17, 2009, spe- cial activities guided tours, stories demonstrations. tourists arriving explore christmas market spotlighting vendors across rest europe much 240 wooden “chalets” dotted bourse, place sainte catherine marché aux poissons. beyond bruges (brugge flemish) easy day train station street medieval core city, des- ignated historic site 2000. boat tours traversing canals great introduction town, horse-drawn carriages, minibuses bicycles possi- 12 october www.jaxfax.com flandersnto ride wallonia’s delicacies. horsetour. flanders’ constellation stellar sites susan mckee susanmckee<!TEKI!>france belgium the netherlands germany bruges ghent brussels leuven antwerp flanders north sea<!TEKI!>bilities. after a ride, take to the streets and meander down cobbled alleys check out shops, museums other attractions. do suggest clients purchase brugge city card (www.bruggecitycard.be), which includes boat ride or minibus tour plus admission 23 different muse- ums attractions, map 144 pages of sightseeing tips walking routes. some highlights far- flung parts bruggemuseum (www.museabrugge.be) are folk- lore museum (a set restored 17th century single-room dwellings with classroom, millinery, pharmacy, confectionery, grocery an authen- tic bedroom), belfry great panoramic view up 366 stairs), bruges’ hall (built in 1376). visit beguinage – complex houses built medieval times for pious women is glimpse into past. there’s surprise authentic michelangelo sculpture madonna child church our lady. just fun, stop at friet- (www.frietmuseum.be/en/) yes, entire devoted potato fries (you’ll never hear them 14 october 2009 www.jaxfax.com f landers, belgium, as most agents know, one westernmost regions europe. dan benjoseph, ctc direc- tor tourist office flan- ders new york, does not come from flanders, but he did arrive this position nearly 30-year history travel industry. perched on 44th floor york building, flanders flanked by ceiling window views city’s sleek skyscrapers. reminds benjoseph how large market u.s. small place is, hopes more americans will be visit. jf:can you talk about your 2009/10 campaign? db: we realize huge covers u.s., canada mexico — also know while very diverse, so flanders. pursuing niche targeted markets specific are, suc- cess have. start off ‘what flanders’? they beer, chocolate, art, fields likely little else. have capitalize what introducing facets familiar with. those ends working develop brewery tours, gastronomic tours developing youth market. ypres routes became known bloodiest battles world war i. memorial passchendaele 1917 has been include interactive portions it grounds trenches. jf: plan reach potential visi- tors? already seeking partnerships segments such jewish heritage there two brussels collection arti- facts another that being expanded mechelen. add interest fact antwerp largest populations europe goes beyond diamond industry, employs lot population. any attractions linked interest? extension, link red star line project. turn transported almost three million emigrants, 80- 85% were jews eastern well continent. all old warehouses terminals belonged now refurbished called project expected completed 2012. ellis island same architect who designed um there. would first time travelers europe? even first-timers bel- gium manageable part because english defacto second lan- guage, prices far compared traditional hotspots travelers. distinguishes destinations? belgium embodies microcosm compact space. brussels, brugge, ghent, meche- len, among “hotspots.” can really experience mechelen, avant-garde fashion (some say next five years may surpass milan capital europe) restaurants per capita than paris. art cities comprise route leuwen, opened “m,” boasts best collections flemish primitive art. lesser-known like promote north american market? through promo- tions hope bring people’s atten- tion european areas limburg region dutch border, where renovated mining transformed bike routes; coastline sea near rich mussels shrimp spectacular seafood. way get around flanders? i say, personally, prefer trains travelers, rail streamlined stress-free travel. train stations cen- ter towns between visited destinations run frequently. and, if people combine near- countries, that. information, call 212- 584-2336; www.visitflanders.us flanders: tasty maria lisella exclusive interview continued page 15<!TEKI!>www.jaxfax.com october 2009 15 called french fries in belgium!). one can’t visit bruges without con- fronting the topic of lace: it’s every- where —- ubiquitous souvenir city. unfortunately, almost every piece tourist encounters myriad shops is factory-made (and factory usually china). there’s nothing wrong with imported stuff – but, if your client into “authentic,” be sure to suggest a lace centre (www.kantcentrum.com). housed 15th century almshouse, center shows how made by hand, and sells paraphernalia nec- essary try craft at home. full schedule lace-making classes will tempt artistically inclined: new offering “blitz course,” giving basics just 1-1/2 hours. historic city ghent (www.gent.be) also offers tours canal boat or horse-drawn carriage. landmark buildings include hall (interior open only for guided tours), traditional town belfry st. bavo’s cathedral, emperor charles v was baptized 1500. museums range from weapons portraits contempo- rary. design museum (www.design.museum.gent.be) divides its collection genre. best known are art nouveau deco, but selection items ‘70s ‘80s perhaps most sur- prising. related stop industrial archaeology textiles (www.miat.gent.be/miatengels/muse ng_frameset.html), for- mer cotton mill. meant controver- sial, it explores technological changes last 250 years. surprising on sundays illuseum (www.illuseum.be), which showcases 120 visual surprises an exhibition optical illusions. antwerp (www.antwerpen.be) not world diamonds, home artist peter paul rubens (1577-1640). great place see some his work borromeo’s church (www.antwerpen.be/ecache/ben/16/ 464.cmvjptu5mtk.html), built early 17th jesuits. more, course, royal fine arts. rubens’ house (www.rubenshuis.be) now muse- um, highlights career as painter, architect diplomat. those more interested sparkly gems should make tracks dia- mond (www.antwerpen.be), you’ll lots jewelry, have chance watch actual cutter work. has played important role trade industry since century. guildhouses surrounding grote markt were 16th today market square favorite gathering visitors residents alike. statue recalls legend city’s founding. roman soldier, silvius brabo, tossing giant’s hand river schelt. said that “at beginning time”, giant demanded heavy toll each passing ship- master river. who refused pay had chopped off. brabo ended this awful practice slaying giant, chopping off throwing so, goes, named “hantwerpen” “hand throwing.” reality, probably derived word “aanwerp,” referring now-flattened alluvial mound flanders leuven, university town, boasts country’s oldest botanical garden, dat- ing 1738. few lucky students faculty even distinct privilege living 13th stone beguinage selected heritage site unesco. leuven sidered belgium’s reigning brew capital headquarters inbev, second largest brewery world, famous stella artois beers. www.visitflanders.us/index.php?pag e=leuven flemish tapestries still produced mechelen, international campanology — bell-ringing. and, ostend 5-1/2 miles beautiful beaches, while ypres name quite familiar war i buffs. information, contact office flanders, belgium, 212-584-2336; e-mail: info@visitflanders.us ; www.visitflanders.us hall.bruges canal. belgian lace. flandersnto susanmckee consolidator airfares tour packages flanders. belgium page 51 listings section<!TEKI!>cyprus celebrates golden anniversary by maria lisella a ny destination counting more than 360 days of sun would seem to be great candidate for year-round status. but, cyprus, which is that small island nation in the mediterranean, close culture greece yet with population speaks english (and drives on what we call ‘wrong side street’) should at top your snowbird clients’ must-see lists. next year entire country will celebrating its 50th anniver- sary independence. highlighting cyprus’ wealth antiquities traveling exhibits throughout u.s. organized government concert smithsonian museum. says tasoula manaridis, director tourism organization’s new york office, “it’s an excellent winter desti- most hotels offering discounts up 50% their regular rates during period november march making it quite affordable. it’s good time tour because sunny and warm enough hike or visit archaeological sites spend afternoon beach getting some sun.” even euro place this year, still comes out among best buys. and, chances are, following major operator fam trip took april agents have lot prod- uct from choose. several operators already feature such as homeric tours crown peters while cen- tral holidays, long known italy specialist operator, ist, select international, travel bound, avia recently added it. both 206 life tree adventures, geared youth community activism, are considering addition. linking europe-bound carriers airways europe route via london other capital city hubs. air- ways operates nine flights daily larnaka athens, amsterdam frankfurt well european gate- ways. airport facilities been radically upgraded paphos larnaka, operated hermes, french consortium. according latest figures, 7.2 million passengers passed through airports last increase 3% over 2007 seven pas- sengers. was dramatically refurbished nearly ago nov. 2008 opened five years ago) say investment represented launching era airports. time, adamos aspris, spokesperson hermes airports, manages two sites, said, “we confident international contribute further strengthen industry fur- ther develop local employment.” just one later, inauguration inter- national take 7, 2009 capacity handle 7.5 annually. presstime, counted 70 check-in coun- ters, 15 airline ticket sales counters vip busi- ness lounges. limassol harbor also undergoing facelift. blessed ports, limassol’s marina expected fully operational year. referred port, dates 1973 biggest port counts great- est volume commercial passenger traffic. old built mid-50s has breakwater 750 feet so medieval fort. cyprus' cyprusnto fit's • groups car rentals honeymoons worldwide hotel accommodations river cruises greek mediterranean rail tickets passes. 800-882-3983 info@europtours.com www.europtours.com experience europe, with... g reec ea u stria fra n c e erm any spain ita ly sw itzerland turkey u.k. 16 october www.jaxfax.com<!TEKI!>central holidays is pleased to present its newest mediterranean destination…cyprus! experience picturesque mountain villages and monasteries, beautiful churches, medieval castles, fascinating museums, lively tavernas nightlife, glistening seaside resorts, valleys checkered with vineyards, savory cypriot food wine, warm welcoming local culture, plus much more. for more information, contact holidays, a leading expert in travel since 1972. prices are per person land or & cruise only based on double room occupancy. special airfares available. call center 800.539.4148 sales 800.935.5000 ext 5273 groups 866.613.5599 visit www.centralholidays.com limassol paphos 7 nightsfrom $665 includes 4# hotels breakfast daily the best of greece cyprus 10 nights from $1349 athens 5-day greek islands surprising splendid 5 $421 hotel<!TEKI!>can only accommodate three small ships at a time, such as fishing boats. the new harbor is about 35 feet deep with breakwaters of 4,000 long. limassol attracting more cruise lines adding cyprus to their ports-of-call. azamara, royal carribean, celebrity, costa, holland america, msc, oceania, silversea all stop limassol. “from cyprus,” manaridis says “we have cruises israel, egypt, greek islands, syria and lebanon louis cruises.” based in cyprus. for those who do not know cyprus, it compact desti- nation which one visit mountain resorts troodos mountains, nearby krassochoria, erimi wine museum or lofou tavern village proceed omodos village. another option would be lefkara see purchase fine lace that made there, taste cypriot wines commandaria (an amber colored dessert wine). add an enlightening archeological site choirokoitia neolithic settle- ment, mosaics villa dionysos paphos harbor. wanting rest up, just check into fabu- lous beach resort take jeep tour nature hike next day on akamas peninsula. last month, lefkara, larnaka district was declared unesco cultural heritage site. local hand-made lace, known lefkaritiko, indigenous lefkara. centuries-old tradition making embroidery here rife legends, claims around 1480, leonar- davinci visited took embroideries cathedral milan. original damaged replaced by same design 15 years ago. decision will help support plans further preserve ensure continuation produc- tion promotion lefaritiko lace. while americans are apt go sit beach, nice when has had enough hiking dusty trails ancient sites, there beach- es. this summer, won 39 blue flags from euro- pean union 24 countries some 2,900 accolades issued foundation environ- mental education (fee), marks prime destination explore place wish list. information, contact tourist organization, 212-683-5280; gocyprus@aol.com; www.visitcyprus.com europe 18 october 2009 www.jaxfax.com best buysbest buys $ 799 italy central holidays selling several six-day, air- inclusive packages rome, florence venice travel between november 15, march 25, 2010. priced $799 per person, double valid bookings 31, 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offer: cat upgrade 3, 7 cruises*. groups: 1 free paying. honeymoon treats: perks hotels. renewal wedding vows weddings! 40 outstanding family owned personalized high quality affordable proud member nta #1 specialists#1 specialists<!TEKI!>t he bright holiday markets that decorate its cities make germany a hot destination in chilly decem- ber. but your clients may not be so familiar with the christmas elsewhere europe, from barcelona to helsinki. ready suggest right destinations for their market tours. true yuletide reputation – tree and silent night both originated here is europe’s unri- valed central. bavaria as start- ing point — munich alone has dozen markets, including one at airport (www.munich-airport.de). december 1 until eve, nearly every neighborhood kristkindlemarkt, these high- lights. munich’s main mari- anplatz began selling lebkuchen (gingerbread) woodcarving oberammergau far back 1642. two blocks away, rindermarkt filled nativity figures, behind elaborate spires of rathaus an entire park handcrafts traditional foods. inside kaiserhof courtyard on odeonsplatz each stall represents different fine craft, wittlesbacherplatz medieval sells period costumes, leatherwear, hand-forged tools, calligraphy pottery. finish day tollwood, culture festival whose contemporary crafts contrast sharply other markets. book bavarian dinner overlook- festival, hacker-pschorr brewery/restaurant (www.hacker-pschorr.de) or ratskeller marien- platz (www.ratskeller.com). advise lunch sizzling sausages food stalls, warm hands around mugs steaming gluhwein mulled wine. (tip: buy souvenir mug first stop, re- using it avoid returning deposit refunds.) recommend visiting rothenburg-ob-der-tauber, north munich, shop reiterlesmarkt stalls between half-timbered buildings sample local spe- cialty, sugar-drenched schneeballen. farther north, nurn- burg’s hauptmarkt holds bavaria’s most famous christkindlmarkt, glittering scene double-decker carousel prancing reindeer. beyond bavaria, baden baden’s outstanding fills near spas especially foods black forest region. atmosphere, it’s hard beat esslin- gen’s market, where jugglers entertain while crafts- men show bookbinding, silverwork, torch-lit marketplace. plan three-nation vacation, combining austrian swiss southern bavaria. good route leaves berchtesgaden, home ancient tradi- tion straw-costumed krampus, who run through streets clanging bells (www.berchtesgaden.de). complete alpine experience, lodgings charming hotel (www.hotelbavaria.net). nearby lake chiemsee, fraunenchiemsee ger- many’s only island atmos- pheric after dark, when whole glows lights (www.christkindlmarkt-fraueninsel.de). classiest adventmarkt spa bad reichenhall, juried artisans present highest quali- ty original crafts. don’t let leave reichenhall without sampling chocolate desserts café reber (www.bad-reichenhall.de). fill narrow innsbruck, austria. assure even several many, they’ll amazed unique handwork they find here. them stylish penz (www. thep- enz.com) elegant europa (www.grandhoteleuropa.at). continue tour trainride mountains zurich, largest christ- mas huge bahnhof (station). nine more bright- www.jaxfax.com october 2009 19 country by barbara radcliffe rogers stillmanrogers austria<!TEKI!>en small squares through- out the city; at bürkliplatz, clients can create their own christmas candles. suggest joining zürich tourism’s stroll through old town, with a guide who brings local customs to life. short boat ride medieval rapperswil adds market featuring wide variety of foods. that wishing go beyond better- known markets head south into italy. in dolomite moun- tains, bolzano’s reflects region’s austrian-italian heritage, hand-knit hats, tyrolean wood carving, wooden tree decorations and gingerbread. an entirely different transforms venice’s campo santo stefano village 30 cabins, where craftsmen sell delicate murano glass ornaments, carnival masks, marbled paper other venetian specialties, along candied chestnuts delicacies made alba white truffles. rome’s piazza navona, artisans hand-carved nativity figures, handmade lace embroidered linens, almond-studded nougat. entire via san gre- gorio armeno naples is filled hand-crafted figures scenes. spain, santa lucia surrounds barcelona’s giant crèche sets, gifts decorations. tip: unique here are log-shaped piñatas toys treats (www.barcelonaturisme.com). france’s alsatian city strasbourg fairly bursts color- ful markets. handy tourist map shows including foods square crafts from european neighbors (www.otstrasbourg.org). scandinavia, oslo’s rådhusplassen glitters christ- mas vendors, norwegian museum cultural history, more than 100 stalls gifts, decora- tions goodies. open-air museum’s houses deco- rated show period christmases (www.visitoslo.com). every finnish child knows lives lapland, prove it, lines helsinki’s esplanadi red tents gifts: woodcarvings, knit hats mittens, dolls, toys, fur blown glass- ware glistening jellies. shoppers warm up steaming cauldrons glogi, spiced wine currant juice. across harbor women’s fair (decem- ber 2—6), astonishing ranges beeswax can- dles elegant painted silks fashionable knitwear — all created by women (www.visitfinland.com). england scotland have share yuletide markets, highlighted 100-plus cabins filling bath’s streets foods, gifts. edinburgh, highland vil- lage com- bines shopping festivities royal mile (www.edinburgh-360.co.uk). after “the one those events which very special for baden-baden,” says e.heinz niederhoff usa representative tourism & convention office baden-baden - southern germany. he admits his wife big fans over germany austria, both they familiar with, “but been disappointed, when we discovered some big-city how many ‘local handicrafts’ turned be china.” says. among its 65 70 stands confident visitors will find mostly handi- black forest area arrives hot-air balloon. visiting market, suggests enjoying visit nearby caracalla spa open until 10:00 p.m. relaxing swim outdoor thermal bath any six saunas. admission 13-15 euros or $18 $21. www.caracalla.de. reached 310-699-0815; e-mail: ehnbaden- baden@aol.com; www.baden-baden.com europe switzerland stillmanrogers finland finnishtb britain bta poland? 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continue infrastructure investments throughout country. often identified that offers some of very best values europe, portugal reported stronger performance than expected 2009, according nuno alves, director por- tuguese national tourist office new york. is attracting american visitors not only because they get more their money, but travelers also fresh and “real” experience courtesy country’s remarkable ability remake itself wonderful blend classical mod- ern. culture history with own distinct personality. historians note was first discard latin favor vernacular. portugal’s borders have remained stable centuries, giving them longest- lasting europe. importantly, small country build global economy sea-faring explorations 1400 1600s opened up trade routes reached brazil west, africa south, macau india east. restaurants cafes serve bold dishes combine traditional cuisine flavors other regions once explored those seafaring mariners, making an unexplored destination foodies. burgeoning wine industry experiencing ren- aissance invests cutting edge technology extrapolate from grapes cultivated centuries. home demarcated region world, douro river valley – 2006 celebrated 250th anniversary. vinho verde just beginning hardly breadth wines available tour groups inns including excursions vineyards wineries taste products site. new, beautifully appoint- ed cruise ships boats offer cruises valley, algarve coast guadiana river. “we see tremendous opportunity. our backed down these times. we continued infrastructure, hotels, attractions amenities areas which may be ameri- cans such alentejo coast, alqueva azores well major renovations among existing hotels urban spaces three most visited regions– lisbon, island madeira.”modern boasts exciting buildings porto’s casa da música lisbon area’s paula rego museum. additionally, properties designed take advantage historic or natural sites, so portu- gal expects emerge even network authen- tic lodging. resorts, bed breakfasts, opening 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avenue, boston, ma 02215 i’m italyby sea side vacations (minori amalfi coast) 6 days /5 nights land - $899 per. person dbl. occ. 5 class villa romana, buffet breakfasts /dinners daily. 1 culinary lesson ( how make famous neapolitan pizza) one week fiiat punto standard unlimited mileage, insurance,taxes. enchanting taormina (sicily) days/ $699 per dnl.occ. superior isabella centrally view . breakfast daily, taxes. fiat insurance taxes can substituted private round trip car transfer airport/hotel). aeolian islands explorer 7 06 from: $ 1,499 dbl.occ. carasco lipari balcony dinners catania airport/ milazzo pier transfers. boat transfers island. 4 fil- icudi, alicudi, panarea stromboli. complimentary entrance archeologial museum splendors cinque terre (portovenere italian riviera) days/5 only- $1,629 dbl grand portovenere rooms. welcome dinner. airport genoa transfers.. full day excursion cinuque english speak- ing driver.hotel 24 october 2009 www.jaxfax.com pousadasdeportugal freixo<!TEKI!>further south, in the lisbon district is a new “boutique hotel” belém owned by altis group, located near bom sucesso docks, which opened earlier this year. property fea- tures 50 rooms and restaurant serving very best of por- tuguese cuisine. hotel also features bar terraced café, spa several meeting rooms. visit www.altishotels.com/default_en.asp agents can expect to see portugal participating at national trade shows california month, europe media exchange san francisco, nta show reno (see jf calendar for details on shows). “overall, we are optimistic about product offer ameri- cans, value, authenticity experience,” said alves, yet has planned well left little chance. “we launch cutting-edge portal inter- net bloggers travel u.s. renewing our public relations efforts with strong campaign,” alves. portuguese tourism office’s newly- reconstructed website www.visitportugal.com, or, call 646- 723-0200; e-mail tourism@portugal.org buysbest buys $ 709 azores express/sata’s newly announced fall winter packages include four-hour flight from boston’s logan airport. express/sata air give travelers opportunity explore five different islands while staying one 24 hotels. there four hotels offered island terceira, two faial, santa maria, pico, 16 sao miguel. all depart boston roundtrip, non-stop air, six nights lodging daily breakfast. flights return tuesday fridays passengers upgrade coach sata plus business-class just few hundred dollars each way. kids under stay free, pay only child’s airfare. cost $709 $1,429 per person, before tax available through june 15, 2010. availability depends your choice hotel, you wish dates. 800-762-9995; www.sata.pt 2690 italy perillo tours offering departures deluxe escorted tour nine days sicily, italy’s rare jewels. journey will unfold 2,500 years treasures greeks, romans, arabs, normans, bourbons others who attempted conquer independent island. sicily $2,690 person dou- ble three january, top price $3,290 april departures. palermo grand wagner taormina timeo. hearty buffet breakfast gets every day off right, evenings filled sumptuous, wine-fueled meals. accompanied perillo’s knowledgeable directors throughout, guests choose many daytrips sici- ly’s fascinating sites. 800-431-1515; www.perillotours.com www.jaxfax.com october 2009 25 consolidator airfares page 56 listings section<!TEKI!>e arlier this year, the singapore tourism bureau shared its worldwide forecast for travel sector 2009 estimating from 9 to 9.5 million in world- wide visitor arrivals and $8 $8.5 billion receipts. new area director, serene tan is sticking with that as are indicating a decent performance, or at least one stb can live with. “stateside, we have initiated tour packages five operators starting $999 three nights airfare on singa- pore airlines san francisco, los angeles, houston york,” said tan, who replaces ms. wen ee lim. following successful july launch 2008, board agent specialist program has reg- istered 1,275 agents 641 taken passed exam. getting ready award trip two prizes top performers sold most 2008 - june 2009. also plans provide more incentives future such webinars fam trips. beyond invaluable destination sales knowl- edge gained course, benefits joining include range of post-course advantages, opportuni- ties earn continuing education credits certificates; pack collateral materials; quarterly e- newsletters other special promotions incentives. hotel inventory luxe budget singapore’s balancing act luxury affordable properties investors proceed integrat- ed resorts, plethora offerings will fatten room count standard guestrooms, sky gardens, theaters, events celebrity chef bring attention some which slated open by end 2010. among “integrated properties” marina bay sands resorts world sentosa, latter comprises casino universal studios (southeast asia’s first), theater, dining strip four hotels. sands, no less than 2,500 rooms, skypark perched 600 feet above restaurants planning once it debuts, feature large flexible convention exhibition facilities, hotel, breathtaking rooftop skyparktm, museum, las vegas-style gaming, paiza club premium players, theatres, entertainment an outdoor event plaza. visit www.marinabaysands.com sentosa 1,800 rooms across several hotels varying themes – them michael, maxims tower, festive very own hard rock all expected debut soft opening early house world’s largest interactive marine animal facility aquarium, life park. www.rwsentosa.com year’s stars capella opened last month. housed colonial bungalows built 1880s, extension garden villas new. www.capellasingapore.com ibis bencoolen billed parent company, accor “the first international economy sin- gapore.” 538-room had feb.; 20 minutes changi airport. www.ibishotel.com 336-room park clarke quay opens hip boutique located along river. www.parkhotelgroup.com quincy operated far east features 108 stylish gym & pool, juice bar café. www.fareasthotels.com.sg carlton adding wing 210 existing 630 completion date www.carlton.com.sg adds saw introduction including re! (re! standing retro) offering interiors transports guests mesmeriz- ing charm 60’s 70’s theme be described chic meets psychedelic. www.hotelre.com.sg meanwhile, naumi launched offers 40 equipped ipod dock system 50-inch plasma tv. ladies floor female travelers, wifi throughout personalized limousine service. www.naumihotel.com corners se asia market series “firsts” maria lisella 26 october www.jaxfax.com south pacific<!TEKI!>cruise sector major developments also are underway to develop singa- pore’s infrastructure including a massive terminal that will be completed in 2010 leading the doubling of capacity singapore’s increasingly busy terminal, which reported over 943,000 passengers 2007. several world’s top lines such as royal car- ribbean, star cruises and p&o princess already maintain hubs singapore. now, caribbean base one its largest ships asia year-round beginning fall 2009, part line’s global expansion strategy. 2,076-passen- ger legend seas offer sailings out singapore shanghai, where it port year-round, from various ports region. selection for this large ship is significant points growing pop- ularity island-nation call. food reigns at crossroads what some people refer microcosm entire asian average american visitor stays an aver- age 3.8 days. “singapore very multicultural made up about 75% chinese, 13% malay, 8% indian, with fusion malay chinese cultures creating new culture called peranakans. home little india chinatown, reflects all these elements,” says tan. dining on street ranked two “1,000 things do before you die.” clean, inspected by health officers regularly. “it important remind clients how- ever, multiculturalism, language english,” strong ex-pat community numbering 1 million or 20% population, partly credited boosting country’s profile adding many western din- ing spots. more information, contact tourism board, www.visitsingapore-usa.com amazing countries, journey thailand $1,145* asialuxe holidays 800-742-3133 globotours 800-988-4833 sayang 888-472-9264 & bangkok - 5 nights phuket $1,338* – 6 $1,488* *taxes approximately $100 not included. restrictions apply www.singaporeairlinesvacations.com spectacular cityscapes breathtaking beaches, adventure unlike any other. start singapore, past present converge among glittering skyline, old colonial district, venerated temples luxury boutiques. then, either sample endless charms thailand. information other vacation packages, please visit: www.jaxfax.com october 2009 27 consolidator airfares tour packages see page 73 listings section<!TEKI!> <!TEKI!>www.jaxfax.com october 2009 29 traveling to korea eat by marian goldberg f ood is an essential element of culture and extension travel. but in korea, the cuisine so distinctive flavorful, that many have found it a reason not long ago, wall street journal, called korean food “the new hot cuisine”(article appeared on march 7, 2009) (http://online.wsj.com/article/sb123639056889058949.html), since then, taylor holliday, president lotus culinary tours nashville, ten. (www.lotusculinary.com), who had previously been focusing exclusively china, considering offering tour for 2011. lydia moneymaker, travel agent at covington international (www.covtrav.com) near richmond, va., traveled fam trip 2008. with mouth-watering excitement, she confessed “enjoyed more than italy year before,” “would go back even ‘my own dime’. because her location norfolk naval base, moneymaker handles lot ex-mili- tary travelers, now planning 20 fits this group — combining mili- history fabulous cuisine. was particularly enthralled multi-course “royal cuisine,” raved about one meal where counted 15 courses. fact, cuisine” often referred as “genuine traditional cui- sine” has designated intangible cultural asset gov- ernment. promote this, seoul tourism organization includes recommended royal cuisine-focused independent day its website (www.english.visitkorea.or.kr/enu/si/si_en_3_6.jsp?cid=259570). separately, seoul’s institute (www.food.co.kr/english/01.html) conducts two three-hour saturday classes english (www.food.co.kr/food/pop/popup2.html). session costs less $32 including recipe book, all ingredients lunch. no would be complete without staple kimchi, pickled vegetable side dish, which i am huge fan. my visit last december, spent hour-and-a-half making fermented cabbage, radishes, scallions, red pepper salt center & (fnc). concluded photographs me dressed hanbok (clothing) displaying pungent condi- ments, were vacuum-sealed take home plane. fnc accepts 60 students per session, reservations made least days advance. cost $19 p.p. e-mail: hwlee@fnckorea.com; www.fnckorea.com also visited kimchi field museum (www.kimchimuseum.or.kr, kimchimuse- um@ymail.com), located coex underground shopping mall attached inter continental hotels. there in-depth exhibition variety (187 documented current historic types), offers fun kimchi-making workshops (free admission) parents children occasional weekend afternoons. admission costs: adults, $2.23; youth, $1.49; 75 cents. national palace museum, permits 15-30 people schedule free 2- hour workshop monday through friday from 9 a.m. 12 p.m. or 2 4 contact: park jae wan, 011-82-2-730-0353. white spicy popular brother, if you want truly mild fare, recommend samgyetang. jung-gu area entire block dedicated restaurants specializing unique pot. small, young chicken stuffed fresh ginseng root, garlic, jujube, chestnut sticky rice broth. restaurant samkyetang (www.koreasamkyetang.com) claims use only free-range chickens four-year-old ginseng. here, soup true blessing cold, december evening dish most koreans lunar calendar’s three hottest (in july august) “dog summer,” these are packed. asked why they told important sweat keep cool.<!TEKI!>bibimbap is like korean comfort food. it was even served in both directions on my asiana airlines flight. ground beef mixed with rice, vegetables, egg, and bean sprouts. the plane, a tube of spicy red pepper paste. restaurants you may ask for paste to be separately by saying “kochujan taro juseyo”. at seoul’s traditional restau- rant, gogung (www.gogung.co.kr/eng/index.html), they actu- ally sell their own specialty take home as gift. gogung’s nok-du-bin-dae-tuk or “ground mungbean pancakes” seasonings toppings. food fests korea’s festivals are quite popular provide another way experience authentic, regional cuisine. gwangju kimchi festival gives visitors chance taste different types part making. 2009, will held from october 23 – november 1 around municipal folk museum. www.kimchi.gwangju.go.kr/eng/main.jsp namdo 29 novem- ber 1, 2009 picturesque nakaneupseong village (about ½ hrs seoul). some anticipated stall foods include mokpo nakji (octopus) suncheon yeomso-tteok- galbi (grilled marinated goat). (http://english.visitkorea.or.kr /enu/si/si_en_3_2_1.jsp?cid=293215) drink & rice cake gyeongju an hour flight south seoul) features liquor, soju cakes. most events free liquor sampling booths tea cere- monies conducted royal costume. mid-april; exact 2010 date tba. (http://eguide.gj.go.kr/02_culture/drink.jsp) agents can find great tips eating www.discoverkorea.co.kr/info/food.htm. more information, contact korea tourism organiza- tion 800-868-7567; e-mail: ny@kntoamerica.com, chicago@ kntoamerica.com, la@kntoamerica.com; or, visit http://english.visitkorea.or.kr/enu/index.kto 30 www.jaxfax.com asia pacific consolidator airfares tour packages see page 72 listings section<!TEKI!>$ 2400 korea america tour is offering privately guided tours to korea's eastern coast. the itinerary departs daily and priced at $2,400 for six days five nights. itin- erary includes: international airfare, two nights hyatt in jeju island, one night each novotel busan, hilton gyeongju, kensington hotel seo- rak mountains. price covers all admission fees, airport trans- fers, services of an english-speaking guide. call 212-643-0766; e-mail info@americatourusa.com; www.americatourusa.com 999 fiji islandescapes by goway has announced a number special deals travelers interested exploring exotic fiji. starting from just $999 per person eight- day vacation, package includes round trip airfare with air pacific, welcome, transfers luxurious radisson resort denarau island. other high- lighted holidays include spectacularly castaway outrigger $1,799 which transfers, three cast- away on lagoon free spa treatments, dolphin safari way heli- copter transfer. 800-667-6601; 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(wosa), not-for-profit organi- zation, plans bring group foreign journalists cover next visit country’s lands during tournament. says marc cavaliere, executive vp, north america airways, “logistically, because games held 10 venues 9 cities across africa, we have place add significantly more flights within where offer strongest most extensive network.” “there no doubt, not fifa, there 38 october 2009 www.jaxfax.com & middle east southafricantourism travel plan n ers fo r g lo betro tters q uality products ensure repeatbusiness w e proud am erica’slargest range ofindependentand escorted travelideasfor globetrotters. 1 800 387 8850 · .gow ay.com independent ideas<!TEKI!>discover southern africa with sun international. enjoy the beauty and delight of unspoilt africa. follow on its travels across tip. indulge in 5-star luxury sophistication your journey from vibrant cosmopolitan surrounds, through an ancient african kingdom into untamed thunder victoria falls. each step you take is made unparalleled comfort, enjoying all that three world’s premier hotels have to offer. more about route please call 1-800-727-9330 (northern america). www.suninternational.com<!TEKI!>tremendously positive effect on tourism,” says david digregorio, manager of marketing and communications for south african tourism in new york. although to his position, digregorio is no newcomer global sports events. international experience spans four con- tinents includes time working sydney the australia- israel chamber commerce, europe consulting corporate renewal french wine industry, china, he managed media relations at 2008 summer olympic games. reports that u.s. arrivals africa ranged between 350,000 400,000 2007 with a high repeat percentage about 40% based 2005 data, latest available. prepara- tion such events course, results not only construction gigantic stadiums, but also presses governments into creating long-lasting infrastructure improvements enhance its potential, as airport durban tinual increase air service from emirates v australia among other carriers. most visitors will likely arrive or tembo johannesburg, africa’s major hub, which serviced by more than 70 airlines, including saa. “the expansion johannesburg’s tambo air- port has made it truly world-class facility, airways (saa) we’re proud be part expansion, we operate all our flights out terminal b tembo. cape town undergoing remodeling, com- pletely being built durban,” adds cavaliere. lorenzo giani, vice president & sales sun hotels resorts,“the industry already gained preparations fifa world cup 2010 impact country’s infra- structure roads, public transport telecommunica- tions. i believe increasing attention lead even booking requests this year. are currently see- ing strong surge group requests.” while takes 15 hours 10 minutes york, u.k. comprise majority ticketholders cup. speculates up because soccer finally reaching audiences an exotic destination, still unknown many fans travelers general. tournament place during low tourist season, visiting event can tricky. nigel osborne, virgin vacations, expanding portfolio 2010, “our itineraries do use used wc packages, there some issues clients agents need aware of. tourna- ment lodges charge high-season prices people extend their stays, though who trav- el year so take advantage lower - wc.” note, osborne added,“everyone watching (except animals) could good go 40 october 2009 www.jaxfax.com opening december town’s newest icon style: orange hotel set upmarket suburb gardens foot table mountain, offering guest apart any kind. magnificent five-star: crystal towers spa, where innovative, modern design meets timeless sophistication luxury, located heart century city urban hub. pride h o t e l s superior deluxe country houses call: 800-323-3210 email: info@africanpridehotels.com visit: www.africanpridehotels.com www.proteahotels.com<!TEKI!>there will be no one else around.” adine roode, marketing director of camp jabulani, among the more elegant camps in south africa as it counts just six luxury suites that are both remote and private. “the world cup bringing huge focus to a destination, which we hope benefit our country for years come.” because jabulani anticipates lot families groups traveling during cup, hotel has completed its finishing touches on presidential suite, zindoga villa. although may not directly impact small accom- modations safari camps, owners general managers swilling expectation spotlight being focused upon country. says gaby gramm, manager at steenberg cape town, soccer perfect oppor- tunity put map year-round with taking place winter, low season. this event ensures infrastructure systems only host an nature again future with- out all structural changes currently place, but also create sustainable tourism industry africa, beyond 2010. properties opportunity use take-off platform enough accommodation needed fill beds available.” besides tremendous visitors games, increased amount traffic months before, people related tournament preparations. “many stay after games visit points throughout southern african coun- tries surround it, such namibia, botswana, zambia zimbabwe, name few. single most important tip those considering late spring early fall 2010 is book now,” advises saa’s cavaliere. saa match procure space & packages airways (saa), africa’s national carri- er moved or tambo’s new terminal b, saves travelers from having change terminals when con- necting international domestic flight; carrier operates daily service u.s. morning non-stop departures york jfk, after- noon direct washington, d.c. call 888-722- 4872; www.flysaavacations.com fifa contracts company called hospitality handle tickets. then des- ignates representatives companies each provide packages. while providing air compo- nent match-approved companies, provided by what three u.s.: great atlantic travel – 800-888- 8233; cartan tours 310-546-9662; destination 800-203-6724. match- approved specializes complete corporate entities sportsmark, 415-461-5801. working business-focused tourism, 212-730-2929; www.southafrica.net big apple five faster than go see yourself. 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award-winning table bay cape town; palace lost city city. 954-331-8135, www.suninternational.com, http://royallivingstone.suninternational.com ethiopian airlines again placed an order b777- 200lrs boeing company twelve a350-900s airbus. begin taking deliveries b777-200lr october 2010 a-350-900 2017. 35 airplanes manufacturers. including recent orders 200lr a350-900, ten b787 eight bombardier aircraft. addition flight ouagadougou, burkina faso; lubumbashi, democratic republic congo; abuja, nigeria, provides 33 cities total 53 spread globe. www.seeyouinethiopia.com maya island guatemala cancun added schedules, belize city, other cancun. provide easier less expensive way split vacations among multiple tropical destinations. prices start $190 one-way $345 round trip. www.mayaislandair.com. virgin atlantic & v australia partnership loyalty program agreement earn miles networks australia. reciprocal frequent flyer atlantic’s flying club members australia’s velocity points or flights. your interested around globe, there options: ‘virgin global east’ option takes los angeles london heathrow, continuing hong kong sydney atlantic, then ”virgin west” aus- tralia, onto kong, london, back ange- les atlantic. currently working plans introduce mileage redemp- tion. joint venture blue, was launched 2008. www.virginatlantic.com news jet / konnect konnect, airways’ all-economy no-frills service, several key domestic previously operated airways, india’s premier airline, aboard state-of-the-art 737-800 included kolkata-delhi robert levine 42 2009 www.jaxfax.com<!TEKI!>bagdogra / guwahati-kolkata, delhi-pune guwahati-delhi, delhi-chennai delhi- bagdodgra -guwahati-delhi, delhi-ben- galuru, bengaluru-mumbai and mumbai-delhi sectors; on the mumbai-aurangabad/chandigarh/kolkata-mumbai sectors. in addition, jet airways has initiated its second daily flight to hong kong from india, with services delhi-hong sector.. visit www.jetairways.com air india features all boeing 777-300er introduction of service newark’s liberty international airport september 1, india’s flights between united states will now be via new 777 aircraft. airline’s non-stop mumbai delhi jfk york have been operating 777-200lrs, their o’hare chicago is also aboard 777-300ers. an average age less than one-and-a-half years, one youngest fleets 777s airline industry. offer econo- my, executive first class service. www.airindia.in iberia alters madrid starting october 25, temporarily suspend direct washington d.c. during 2009/2010 winter season. two capi- tal cities operate york, chicago, or boston, under code-sharing arrangements amer- ican airlines. passengers can fly ronald reagan national (dca) balti- more/washington (bwi) connect iberia’s 23 weekly madrid-bound boston. plans resume next summer. www.iberia.com bmi redesigns website bmi, out london heathrow’s terminal redesigned web site developed for u.s. travel agent community. agents may already familiar site, as place find most up-to-date news, prices offers. newly designed easily flight, schedule ticketing informa- tion, gds help, well information important traveling clients. ken connor, marketing manager – americ- as, said, “we are pleased trade launch this terrific platform. we pride ourselves continually striving meet needs community our best resource. not only it initial go-to resource, it’s a discover innovative promotions offers them clientele.” additional bonus commission pro- gram that iata agents, 5% tickets us russia & cis, middle east africa. plus, enticing sign up exclusive emails by offering special gift 50 sign-up. details found www.flybmi-agent.com getting barbados jetblue began nonstop grantley adams bridgetown philadelphia four days week. beginning dec. 19, through april 7, 2010, offered daily. www.jetblue.com similarly, brought philadel- phia times season operated service, cus- tomers 109 14 caribbean destinations air- port peak www.usairways.com award-winning south african (dulles) dakar johannesburg. 180-degree completely lie-flat business seats more legroom economy, you see why we’ve earned awards “best africa” any other carrier. go yourself. continuing johannesburg www.jaxfax.com 2009 43<!TEKI!>44 october 2009 www.jaxfax.com caribbean & bermuda turks caicos’ gold coast by denise mattia t he attractions of grace bay beach in providen- ciales (provo), one the 40-odd flat-top islands some 600 miles from miami that make up and caicos islands, are investment opportu- nities, accessibility to island air a pic- ture-perfect sea rolls on 12-mile crescent natural, white-sand beach. investors lured because high standard living, use u.s. dollar as local currency political stability. there no taxes income, capital gains, property or inheritance, tax treaties exist with any other country. not obli- gated release information government. additionally, properties have seen steady apprecia- tion over last 15 years, they’ve held their value dur- ing current sagging economy, well. during winter 2009, additional flights came wide range gateways full-service providenciales international airport. american airlines provides three daily miami, one-stop, direct, three-hour flight new york’s jfk. aa’s direct boston (on saturdays) reach provo a-quarter hours. delta offers service five times week atlanta, plus two saturdays, while us airways charlotte, philadelphia weekends. taking advantage early morning jfk, jax fax arrived for four-day stay, which was split between condo-hotels — sands at (www.thesandsresort.com) (top) somerset (www.thesomerset.com) (bot- tom right). “the hotel association is pushing expand runway accommodate wide-bodied aircraft bring more into provo,” said raymond yip, reservations financial man- ager bay, dinner interview renowned hemmingway’s restaurant bar. “and will work travel agents create packages so european russian elite can stop york way added. closer home, many guests appear be adopting “wait see” attitude regarding booking. “still,” yip continued, resort’s figures march showed 80 percent occupancy june 70 july, two-bedrooms selling better than 2008. waiving “extra person” charge accounts popularity bedroom suites. six- acre four-star resort also an excellent location. unlike resorts farther west, situated next national park. able spread out enjoy uncrowded atmosphere. number pristine locations along provo’s shores, developer, stan hartling, chief executive officer hartling group (www.hartlinggroup.com) has begun luxury project long beach, largest beaches southeast scheduled open 2011, plans shore club include high- q u l i y smaller scale residential low-density buildings, con- taining multiple recreational, dining poolside amenities. every suite assured its own view sea. added incentive investors, pay all regu- lar monthly strata operating fees, including insurance first six months. addition site inspections, booked jf scuba dive ocean vibes (visit ocean- vibes.com) padi facility. dozen sites, cays, categorize first-class snorkeling destination caribbean. sites dived were stunning had remembered them years past and, judging friendly reception nassau grouper gave me, fish might been same photographed 1995. kids find favorite compli- mentary equipment five-star experience, special free menus (with each adult entrée ordered) o’soleil, top restaurants caribbean, casual lunasea pool bar, tuesday evening clambake (5:30 – 7:30), cookie baking sessions more. since 2006, 54 exceptionally large suites (1,353 5,327 square feet) specifically designed families mind allyson nick, real estate developer mother five. cur- rent family package combined somerset’s fourth night special, where stay four consecutive nights cost savings $500 $4,000 depending level room booked. valid through december 18, blackout periods. recommended condé nast johansens’ guide, few select members small hotels world. information, contact tourism www.turksandcaicostourism.com call 866-413-8875 thesomersetatgracebay thesandsatgracebay<!TEKI!>$ 925 antigua curtain bluff resort has extended its “fifth night free” summer special through fall. in addition to a fifth of lodging free, guests also receive an extra day unlimited activities, gourmet meals and all bar drinks. book four nights ocean view junior suite (or above), get the free. bluff’s accommodations have views are fully-inclusive meals, drinks (including top shelf liquor), activities scuba diving, deep sea fish- ing reef snorkeling), more. is valid october 31 - november 21, 2009. all-inclusive rates start at $925 per based on dou- ble occupancy. call 888-289-9898; www.curtainbluff.com 495 martinique promotion bureau/cmt usa partnered with collection padi certified dive operators hotels create new value-priced pack- ages. for travel december 14, 2009, six-day/five-night packages include hotel accommodations, daily breakfast, rental car six dives starting just $495 per-person double. offer choice three options – karibea amandiers resort, blue season carayou villa saint pierre, one island’s newest most intimate properties, nine rooms having welcomed their first late-2008. martinique’s product distinguished by expansive caves, dramatic offshore rocks, vibrant fringing coral reefs, unique plates caribbean’s largest wrecks. some 12 wreck sites, few accessible snorkel gear, found off shores. wrecks were caused historic 1902 eruption mount pelée, which forever converted paris caribbean, st. into pompeii caribbean. contact 212-838-6887; e-mail: cen- trale@martiniquetourisme.com; www.martinique.org 199 maarten sonesta great bay beach & casino welcomes couples “st. seduc- tion” romance package. 19, package courts rooms, fine dining more $199 night. there three-night minimum. includes champagne belgian chocolates upon arrival, oceanview dinner two, glass house wine person, breakfast turn-down service $20 match bet golden casino. priced room, double three- additional available $135 upgrade deluxe room $25 available. 800-223-0757 or visit www.sonesta.com/greatbay 165 grenada horizons garden inviting families away during traditional off-season “kid’s stay eat plan. children under age 16 free charge while (maximum two kids room). seeking adjoining suite, offering 50% discount second years under. from children’s menu when both parents purchase resort’s american plan (ab-full daily) modified (map-full daily). ages 12-16, map meal $75 daily. stays/meals dec. 15, $165 night, occupancy one-bedroom suite. 473-444-4316; e-mail blue@spiceisle.com www.grenadabluehorizons.com newsin news impressions posts almond advantage savings resorts' five proper- ties lucia barbados. $499 occu- pancy. must be booked oct. 2009 20, resorts vacation roundtrip transfers; nights; snacks; activities; nightly entertainment; use non-motorized watersports; tax; charges. sale, sample discounted stays as follows: smugglers cove (st. lucia) person; casuarina (barbados) $545 $549 per- son; club spa $559 village $575 person. vary according dates. blackout, weekend holiday peak sur- charges apply. portfolio barbados offers resorts: village, locat- ed parish peter, barbados, spa, located james, (now open), christ church, morgan bay, lucia. cove, recently opened well shores lucia.travel agents earn 1% bonus commission booking online quest www.travelimpressions.com best buysbest buys www.jaxfax.com 45<!TEKI!>cruising cultural curacao by ben g. frank a long time ago i learned that often the best way to arrive at destination is sea so was certainly not disappointed upon entering one of most beautiful caribbean islands, curacao, through its port city willemstad, an area listed as unesco world heritage site. seared in my memory: am standing railing hol- land america’s cruise ship, m/s zuiderdam on desk and inhaling rainbow pastel colors picturesque dutch colonial buildings. these renovated structures with their reds, beiges, oranges, blues, above all bright yel- lows, stand tall alongside incredibly blue sea. gable roofs red tiles reminded me holland. later, rambling about this remarkable 178 sq. mi. island , 35 miles north venezuela, see other plantation houses boutiques magnificent archi- tectural wonders made more vibrant opinion, course; but rarely can you where european her- itage vivid than curacao’s capital architectural gem. discovered alonzo de ojeda, around 1499, impression left lasting stamp although they arrived much 1634 when transformed into trading post peter stuyvesant became governor. we, u.s. know from our own history manhattan island. 1647, he governor new amsterdam under dutch, which later york british, 1776, finally united states america. disembarking, first experiences wait for “swinging old lady,” floating bridge spans entrance st. anna bay. since 1888 put place, it has linked otrabanda punda sections. now used solely pedestrian bridge, swings open allow ships pass narrow channel. writer, diversity regarding attractions, institutions, museums, many night life dance music clubs hard beat. stop “sha caprileskade,” market vendors make trip venezuela fresh fruit, vegetables seafood. stalls are actually floating, they’re close enough water justify name small boats tie up wharf. morning walk brings us crammed shops, restaurants, monuments markets, treat pedestrians; calm atmosphere even window shop. outdoor travelers, christoffel nature park must. preserve protects 500 varieties plants, estimated 150 bird species well iguanas, feral donkeys deer. activities asking: hiking, horseback riding, swimming, snorkel- ing diving, deep-sea fishing, sailing, windsurfing. tradition tolerance known religious tolerance, churches abound indeed oldest synagogue continuous operation western hemisphere, mikve israel emanuel. respected jewish house worship community called “the mother community”of communities hemisphere. original sand floor, kept meticulously groomed crystal chandeliers, charm visitors. premises, too, historical museum just last year, modern orthodox synagogue, shaarei tsedek ashkenazic community— herman miriam tauber center, opened, only 15 minutes kura hulanda museum, caribbean’s largest anthropological collection, riveting chronicle african slavery caribbean, contains artifacts paintings antiques trace island’s history. marriott beach resort emerald casi- no picks comfort. pods dolphin be seen gracefully gliding past shoreline. hilton another deluxe property. sonesta csino good pick lodge jura hulan- da club located quieter west end cura- cao. sister property hotel spa casino. boasts mix villas, suites standard rooms. avila underwent expansion program few years still favorite. caters sophisticated traveler, claiming offers elegance updated setting.” enjoyed lunch fine restaurant cuisine. hyatt regency golf resort, marina, will add line luxury hotels opens year. visit aquarium hundreds marine life. off academy show. ostrich farms outside africa locat- ed farm provides guided tours: “from egg mature bird.” remains wonderful means transportation course, half moon cay, holland ameri- ca’s private bahamas. 2009/2010, america ply dozens times. highly recommended 10-day pana- ma canal sunfarer, roundtrip ft. lauderdale, zuiderdam. call 877-sail hal; www.hollandamerica.com information, contact tourist bureau, 800-328-7222; e-mail northameri- ca@curacao.comwww.curacao.com e44 october 2009 www.jaxfax.com worldwide cruises once synagogue: community–herman center. rivafrank)<!TEKI!>caribbean & bermuda anguilla’s big agent plans for 2010 s ummer is barely behind us and in the land that claims to be summer year-round, are already afoot pursue top agents participate annual anguilla travel connoisseur (atc) program 2010. marie walker, director north america tourist board said, “our recent famcation promotion now over we welcoming our partners continue selling as well those who have not visited past three four years register 2010.” offer atc membership limited 75 first phase so once begins 2010, act fast. an atc, walker stresses benefits. “registered will listed on website link them qualified con- sumer leads, they receive monthly updates advance, invited premier consumer events sponsored by atb includ- ing specialize honeymoons wedding shows,” she said. can also opt listings select adver- tising with referrals, web phone inquiries inside scoop new amenities book their clients, turning a humdrum vacation into customized journey. more infor- mation, e-mail jackie at mwturnstyle3@aol.com or visit www.anguillatravelagents.com has lot of other news well. opening viceroy takes hotels, resorts resi- dences brand offshore time follows closely heels miami, which opened february. snowmass debut colorado rockies december. property set 35 lush acres 3,200 feet beach- front along barnes meads bays. features 166 beachfront bluff villas, townhouses opulent resort residences. upon its soft aug. 1, portion vil- las, rooftop suites, sunset lounge, half shell restaurant, infinity pool became operational. during 2 november, guests look forward eclectic array dining experiences anguilla. resort’s signature restaurant cobà focus local bounty atlantic ocean accentuated pan- asian flavors. 180 seats, views bay seating both indoors out. chic lounge setting cocktails, aged rum cuban cigars, all best imbibed tapas fare reggae calypso rhythms around pool. carved out cliff side bay, hip intimate enclave serving colorful frozen cocktails cold beer tap. fresh help keep cool, including bento boxes sandwiches, ceviches sushi available on-the-go beach food. poised water’s edge, 8,000-square-foot spa offers wellness rituals cultivate body soul align- ment, massages, polishes, wraps, facials, mani-pedicures, specialized excursions, classes experi- ences. fitness center feature complement sophisticated technogym star trac bikes. aquatic wide range non-motorized water sports - sailing, windsurfing snorkeling. “generation v” kids club inspired concept “fam- ilies play together, stay together” meaningful family respect environment. call 866- 270-7798 www.viceroyanguilla.com but don’t let what make you forget 25th anniversary malliouhana hotel spa, was conde nast traveler gold list winner 2008 food caribbean. mention awarded award 2004, 2006 remained some since 2005. this year, “wine spectator grand award” again been malliouhana’s restaurants’ michel rostang – honor received consecutively 1998. amelia vanterpool-kubisch, sales market- says celebrate anniversary, developed special rolls back rates 1984, year debuted. four-night stay, from nov. 1-23, cost $900 covers access facilities, recre- ational freshwater pools one heated out- door jacuzzi, snorkeling trip deserted gear, championship tennis courts night lights, children’s outdoor playground includes pirate ship slide. price goes $1,200 dec. 1-16 stay. 800-835- 0796; reservations@malliouhana.com; www.malliouhana.com few visitors coerced sipping punch when visiting caribbean, villa described spectacular contemporary master- piece dropsey bay. 7,500 square living space allows outdoors work harmony. there master suites ground floor separate penthouse floor, extraordinary island views, even showers. low season, starts may runs through 14, start $1,750 three-bedroom plus $300 extra if add bedroom penthouse, come breakfast high season run $2,500 per 15- owners suggest take guest reviews online. www.rumpunchvilla.com information, contact board, 914-287-2400; mwturnstyle1@aol.com; www.anguilla-vacation.com consolidator airfares tour packages see page 67 section cuisineart www.jaxfax.com october 2009 e45<!TEKI!>hitch your clients to the right ranch by maria lisella i ’m not sure how many of you remember annie oakley or call “hi-ho silver,” romance elizabeth taylor co-star- ring with her beloved black velvet. but for me, and dozens other people who find in legend myth lonesome cowboy, cowpoke, cowgirl astride one those beauti- ful beasts could be enough send their kids a dude an unusual vacation. never booked before mix it up all special interests like golf skiing? best guide- lines closing sale is ranchers’ association (dra) website. dra was formed 1926, part, preserve this spe- cial way life. further, promotes western vacation, while also continues build strong working relation- ship federal state land agencies protect parks, forests wildlife. obviously ranches are alike nor they members dra, that are, must meet rigorous criteria, namely two-year inspection approval process. there number strict by-laws, which followed order qualify (and remain) member ranch. sure, guest very popular as family vacations, adult-only programs give parents adults some time themselves (it’s kid stuff) senior specials through fall months into early winter at ranches. “at least forty percent our set aside adults,” dra’s colleen hodson says. “it’s definitely growing trend vacations.” reserve month, others week most held spring fall. “autumn ideal visit,” says, “not only take season’s colors, because summer crowds gone.” good place start organization’s website guidance on match client just would any sort vacation might familiar with. depending what may interested in, click “ranches” page, check boxes activities amenities client’s wish list. once have selected desired choices, hit search button let computer do work you. will offer list choices. can change until exactly looking dreaming of. here few ideas from pique clients’ interest. both tanque verde grand view lodge owned operated cote companies, business orig- inally began camps (celebrating 100 years year). focus getting back basics, no cell phones tvs, emphasis tradition character, camp lincoln lake hubert backbone philosophy. still operating today, these helped shape adventures minnesota’s northwoods well southwest desert. hop flight tucson oldest resorts country nestled between rincon catalina mountain ranges saguaro national park, provides visitors genuine experience. addition traditional activities, offers single-track biking, swimming, hiking, tennis, spa, fishing children’s programs. top off, tuc- son enjoys average 286 sunny days year—making per- fect getaway escape frigid weather. 800-234-3833; www.tanqueverderanch.com prefer adventure, grab pole, bathing suit clubs, head lodge. built 1919 stay dropping children off sum- mer camp, historic resort has evolved upscale destination. lodging choices include lakeside cabins, rooms, course villas houses big reunion. settled choose variety activities. included all-inclusive room rate; charge small fee. addition, three championship courses, eight restaurant options, glacial water spa. 866-801-2951 visit www.grandviewlodge.com windwalker utah’s vast beautiful sanpete valley gives ladies own its pack pamper package. women participate two-day horseback trip, where experience breathtaking views wondrous mountains surround wind walker, then return two pampering form massages, relaxation classes guided meditation. package includes lodging, delicious meals day, massage, facial multiple class- es. airport shuttle salt international available additional 888-606-9463; www.windwalker.org more information request free directory ranches, 307-587-2339, e-mail info@duderanch.org , www.duderanch.org north america & hawaii roniziemba 46 october 2009 www.jaxfax.com<!TEKI!>$ 80 vermont this autumn is the perfect setting for a variety of getaway packages -- from romantic to active family gatherings celebrate magnificent fall season. come and enjoy historic latchis hotel in heart downtown brattleboro, vermont. built 1938 by greece, offers thirty rooms, beauti- ful 3-screen movie theatre featuring first run independ- ent films, an onsite brew pub restaurant. brattleboro itself small town know hospitality, won- derful restaurants shops, lively arts scene, easy access outdoor actitivies. gateway southern where rudyard kipling wrote his two jungle books. rates at range $80 $175, all rooms include free wireless internet, continental breakfast, mini- refrigerator, coffee maker, other amenities. call 800- 798-6301 or visit www.latchis.com 399 florida travel impressions offering five-night value- added orlando complete with walt disney world® magic your way base tickets starting $399 per person double. select properties are bonus incen- tives including fourth night free, complimentary american breakfast kids 13 under eat free. offer valid on bookings through dec. 21, 2009. vacation roundtrip airport/hotel transfers, accommodations, five-day tick- ets, two-for-one wet & wild admission tickets, $10 planet hollywood certificate tax. agents earn 1% commission when they book online quest agents. 800-284-0044; www.travelimpressions.com 101 new york enhance appeal big apple, bound has announced four sightseeing tours plus spe- cial low 20 three, five-star hotels city $101 night. chelsea nightclub tour, edgar allen poe greenwich village walking manhattan sail, shark speedboat ride, jazz soiree blue note gossip girl sites. limited-time specials may be booked company’s travel-agent-only web site. hotels, 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877-268-2677;visas;htls avbl uzbek. 4,7 1036 united corp. 888-838-1674;212-245-1100;ow ok 487 panorama travel, ltd. 9/16/09-3/31/10 other cities;add-ons avail;800-204-7130 vietnam to:hanoi 875 to:ho-chi-minh city(saigon) 505 c h international 888-708-0088;sode.delsrisco@cnhintl.com 455 800-227-2065;cst#1017187-60;rates chng 566 trip # round price validity departing type days min max supplier period additional information<!TEKI!>www.jaxfax.com october 2009 75 travelsavers has done a great job branding itself and its sister companies throughout 40-year existence, but in 2010 founder rick mazza wants travel agencies to know about the full range breadth of american marketing group that stands behind them. end, is celebrat- ing 40th anniversary on june 9-13, with conference at boca raton resort & club will bring all under one roof for first time. overall, spear- heads family cutting-edge encompassing an entire spectrum prod- ucts services place preferred suppliers strongest competitive position possible both leisure corporate sectors. altogether, there are 14 brands umbrella. among them are: travelsavers, twin (travelsavers worldwide inde- pendent network) global manage- ment company, nest (marketing home-based agents u.s.), affluent traveler collection luxury advisors), trav- el helpline agent24 after-hours servic- es, travstar technologies, inc. (a technology company), just introduced last year, acclaim meetings group) tix (an air fulfill- service agents). best known which counts 3,000 brick mortar member u.s., canada, mexico europe. group’s most significant characteristic each agency receives exclusive territory. says nicole mazza, chief offi- cer, “in instance, works within area population up 50,000, so never competing another across street. maintaining individual territory gives better control over their growth from standpoint.” provides supplier relationships, mar- keting support, general operational support grow business- es. benefit organiza- tion’s resources still maintain own identity. encourages be proud reputation they worked hard build local communities. “we put our work marketplace succeed,” mazza. “when win, everyone wins....the customer, agent, supplier.” become widely past several years (network entrepreneurs selling travel). industry’s only exclusively agents. topped 550- mark 98 percent leisure- based. unlike some competitors, not based host model. “the retains recognition suppliers. motto ‘it’s your business, we can help,’” expansion also made much headway expansions recent years. betty tilton, cte, ctc, vp cor- porate services, been facilitating international networking organization independent, management provide infrastructure members significantly businesses arena. “twin 75% 95% corpo- rate. involved rfp’s, bids, ten- ders worldwide, assist utilize manage accounts—front, mid, back office technology, obt, web-based man- agement reporting,” she explains. continuing expand company roster umbrella, col- lection was launched. this compa- ny targets global, market. it includes: network advisors; consumer magazine, show- cases world-class avail- able 12 countries; amenities program customer loyalty; state-of-the-art booking engine capture business 24/7. followed heels. targeting niche, dedicated meeting events business. dynamic community independent meet- planners agents, including resources, suppliers, education sales leads help increase profitability. value proposition offer,” “is recognize agents’ greatest strengths sales...we by becoming arm arm. leaves more time do what – sell.” side, two glossy, attrac- tive magazines published. biannual available book- stores, newsstands subscription. quarterly journeys custom-ordered custom-printed distribute clients. directs readers book. asked whether or might publish digital version, says, thought going direc- tion when comes travel, copy brochure important clients make decisions such trips as 14-day safari. printed version further under- scores agent.” trends industry observed late several: move toward expanding desk; large rise side nest, addressing six years; big developing niche markets. “agencies have reported surge requests experiential affinity groups, lot direct mail pieces around lifestyle honeymoons weddings, practically recession-proof,” adds. developed new campaign geared zoomers — baby boomers zip, comprise active burgeoning community. forecasting may store short-term future, “no doubt markets sustained challenging economy than other seg- ments mass market reporting advance bookings. seeing europe coming strongly.” information, call 800-366-9895; www.travelsavers.com interview travelsavers: forty strong<!TEKI!>76 october 2009 www.jaxfax.com message board edie bornstein steers azamara as vp sales & mktg. ceo larry pimentel, who joined cruises earlier this year, has just appointed born- stein vice president of and marketing for the brand. brings more than 25 years experience in global cruise, trav- el, technology industries, most recently serving business development strategic partnerships carnival cruise lines. previously, she was a senior officer at cunard seabourn lines, where developed profitable strate- gic plans led with brands including canyon ranch spa, hermes, chopard, dunhill, waterford, wedgwood, veuve clicquot, todd eng- lish, more. also served specialty amadeus distribution system, instrumental implementation automation solu- tions industry numerous other projects. new team strategies together bornstein, pimentel to create small, brand-dedicat- ed field staff under edie's direc- tion, will capitalize on exten- sive network parent company royal caribbean ltd. (rcl) outside us. shape brand-dedicated mar- keting team, share services across disciplines within cor- poration. prior joining azamara, had president, chief executive co-owner luxury brand seadream yacht club. information, travel agents are encouraged call 877-222-2526; www.azamaracruises.com air france names first woman gm, usa klm named christine ourmières general manag- er u.s., making her not only hold position both airlines but is do so be responsible airline’s largest division netherlands. position, ourmières, based york city headquarters succeed jean claude cros returning paris assume role deputy international netherlands klm. 20 working france, held variety key management positions airlines. began career 1988 maintenance department, then moved information systems department until 1992, when transferred french market. ourmières’ immediate focus launching transatlantic airbus a380 flight available european airline offer air- craft nov. 23. oversee launch af’s premium economy products klm’s premi- um product that avail- able full fleet by end 2009. holds master aeronau- tics from ecole national supérieure d’ingénieurs an mba. visit www.airfrance.com; or www.klm.com cawanibuka takes regional post tourism fiji sera americ- as, according director americas, ili matatolu announced appointment week. cawanibuka’s responsibilities include coordi- nation fiji’s trade consumer calendar, developing priority niche kets, progressing its leads generation program, maximizing opportunities canada second tier markets. officer, coordinator matai specialists program. during tenure, training specialists, over- seeing annual awards, organizing super fam trips materials special- ists charged overseeing incentive-based initiatives, newsletter, bula seminars yearly roadshows. “cawanibuka continue valuable asset our north american here los angeles we look forward closely capacity” said matatolu. graduate uni- versity south pacific bachelor arts manage- ment public administration. contact directly calling 310-568- 1616; e-mail infodesk@bulafiji-amer- icas.com; www.fijime.com<!TEKI!>www.jaxfax.com october 2009 77 caribbean welcomes busy fall/winter season by jonathan siskin, cruise editor w hile the choice of ports continues to expand each year with itineraries spanning globe from antarctica zanzibar, maintains its standing as world’s most popular destination approxi- mately 50% market. fall and winter is “caribbean time” on calendar more ships lines sailing in region octo- ber through march. leader pack carnival, number one line that has long dominated will have 16 22 cruises ranging three-day bahamas six, seven, eight-day eastern western itineraries. several carnival are based year-round, seven-day alternat- ing miami, galveston. dream real biggest news this debut dream, which also be cruising starting december. became a reality september 21 when largest “fun ship” ever built —130,000 tons passenger capacity 3,646 - was christened rome set sail 12-day mediter- ranean inaugural cruise. it due depart 27 trans-atlantic voyage arriving new york november 12. make two roundtrip florida/bahamas big apple calls port canaveral, freeport nas- sau before repositioning canaveral launch year-round series alternating cruises. departs every saturday; itinerary visits nassau, st. thomas/st. john maarten while at cozumel, belize city, costa maya nassau among onboard facilities concept entertainment called ocean plaza live music venue indoor/outdoor café; elaborate children’s sea featuring huge waterworks aqua park; scenic whirlpools extend over ship’s beam; stateroom categories including those catering families. visit www.carnival.com go dutch holland america deploying than half fleet (8 14 ships) mix 10 14-day december there 57 departures either fort lauderdale or tampa eastern, southern leading way hal’s newest signature class vessel, eurodam, 7-day cruis- es out grand turk, thomas, san juan, moon cay, america’s private island bahamas. meanwhile ryndam week-long stopping santo tomas de castilla (guatemala), (mexico) key west, florida. clients seeking longer can book space 14- day laud- erdale. special interest 10-day wayfarer seafarer aboard noordam; sailings highlight islands lucia barbados sea- farer showcase aruba curacao. it’s possible combine these create 20-day voyage. other options include sunfarer voyages zuiderdam feature well panama canal maasdam aruba, bonaire www.hollandamerica.com into deep msc cruises’ offer something for every- one. addition, line’s “kids free” enables entire family enjoy memorable getaway. ten-night “deep caribbean” poesia 20 30 willem- stad, curacao; oranjestad, aruba; cartagena, colombia; cristobal, panama; playa del carmen, mexico; puerto rico; bas- seterre, kitts; bridgetown, barbados; france, mar- tinique; philipsburg, maarten; both wide range shore excursion experiences port- horseback riding beach bottom fishing. cruise-only rates begin $799. features 10-night georgetown, cayman; limon, rica, car- men, mexico. excursions available mangroves ecological tour via canoe cartagena. guests opt kayak gatun lake, join monkey watch gamboa. start $749. www.msccruisesusa.com ride wind(star) windstar three ship luxury yachts offering 31 march highlighted martin 148 pas- senger wind spirit. beginning $1,999 per person, combines pristine beaches, lush tropical scenery lively culture kitts, tortola, jost van dyke, virgin gorda barts. carrying maximum 312 guests, surf northbound southbound barbados. port-intensive nevis, tin, barts, guadeloupe, iles des saintes who prefer south bequia, dominica, lucia, mayreau, grenada tobago. four holiday year—two spirit (departing 19 26 martin) bar- bados). www.windstarcruises.com worldwide carnivalcruiseswindstar hollandamericamscruises<!TEKI!>bill gardiner’s travel industry educational seminars, llc is about to launch three new projects within the industry. promotions will feature compre- hensive seminars. agents who have neither staff nor budget attend need not worry, gardiner has cre- ated a way in which can participate - if only virtually. goal completely blanket florida agency community, and offer 10 12 exhibitor opportu- nities per breakfast seminar venue. “ideally, we want one company market segment represented at any given our suppliers opportunity gain exclusivity (please contact us for details),” he says. following series spring 2010, bring three-week up north east markets. called sunshine destination marketing wants promote summer selling season allow maximum of 15 partici- pate this program maintains that without all “bells & whistles” they attract serious learn. addition- ally, also provide with list instant attendees, an additional bonus may responded event, but some reason could function. conjunction gardiner, wgc seminars be able targeted efforts using state art technology faxes, e-mails, webinars its private label nation wide. “we participants every reach retail categories,” adds gardiner. been producing 20 plus years –and expanding by advanced technology. schedule semi- nars are beginning on march 22 ending april 16, 2010: portland, me; peabody, ma; providence, ri; hartford, ct; stamford, bergen/rockland counties, nj; fairfield, central southern buffalo, ny; rochester, binghamton, syracuse, albany, ny. tentative fall 2010 offered areas: california, ohio, michigan, tennessee, alabama virginia/maryland/delaware area. more information, call 800-526-0041; or alice, e-mail travelseminars1@aol.com 78 october 2009 www.jaxfax.com industryevents 2009/10 event location information september 28-29 mitm euromed oviedo, asturias, spain www.mitmeuromed.com sept 29 oct 1 it&me motivation show chicago, il www.motivationshow.com sep.30 oct. 2 smal hotels retreat st. thomas, usvi www.caribbeanhotelandtourism.com 10-11 adventures expo york www.adventureexpo.com 10–11 jacob javits convention center york, ny info@africatravelassociation.org 26-30 fcca cruise conference trade lucia www.f-cca.com november 3 5 madi prague, czech republic www.madi.cz international@madi.cz 6 ptana coast chapter shows ma, phl, dc, md www.ptana.org 9-12 world mart, excel, london www.wtmlondon.com 14-16 africa association / wrta reno, nv www.wrtaexpo.com 18-19 americas havana, cuba www.mitmamericas.com 22-25 international tourism salon athens, greece www.its-athens.gr december 13 carnival pride, bwi 1-3 luxury 09 las vegas, www.luxurytravelexpowest.com 8-10 ustoa orleans, la www.ustoa.com/conference january 9–10 donald e. stephens 9-10 10-12 caribbean marketplace san juan, puerto rico february 13–14 los angeles angeles, ca 13-14 26-28 times city, nfo@nytts.com; 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