Articles tagged “london”

Philippines is a popular destination on its own, but associating its beaches and culture with more well-known locations is a means to increasing awareness amidst a global audience.

This works both ways with Indians traveling to view their favorite sets in the UK as well and exemplifying how a cultural exchange can be more influential than forced marketing.

As harrowing an event as this likely was, it looks like everyone is behaving as best they can -- or is a big lawsuit looming in the distance?

Many of the parties -- from Heathrow to developers -- involved in the London Olympics reached out for help from previous Olympics hosts. Its success both throwing the games and retrofitting after them is due to largely to their willingness not to take anything for granted.

An overall boost to tourism in the UK is expected to wash out the short-term losses as inbound visitor numbers may increase in the coming months.

The last minute rush by Brits to cram in a vacation before it was too late this year led to shorter trips and the willingness to spend more before the season was complete.

Heathrow's owners have been content to let others lead the argument up to this point, but are now stepping into the debate with the presence of a parent separating the children.

Trouble all around for UK hospitality sector, as operators on all ends are going the feel the effects of overcapacity and lower demand due to economy.

Although Thomson is the first to announce flights between London and Phuket on the new 787 Dreamliner, British Airways and Virgin are awaiting Dreamliner arrivals and will likely announce new routes shortly.

The delay for a decision about London's air-travel future will likely produce more difficult choices as airlines weigh using Gatwick for the international connections they can no longer guarantee at Heathrow.