Poland Convention Bureau (PCB) is riding high on ecstasy post being declared the winner of two awards at an award gala of the MP Power Award held in the Conference Centre Muranów in Poland on April 26.The PCB won two awards in two categories in which it was nominated. Aneta Książek – Main Conference Specialist won the MP Power 12 Convention Bureau award, while the project “BACK TO THE GARDEN” was appreciated in the “CSR in the events industry” category.
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Marriott International, Inc. (NYSE: MAR) will provide a live audio webcast of its Annual Meeting of Shareholders, beginning at 10:30 a.m. Eastern Time on May 10. To access the webcast on May 10, or as a recording through the end of the year, Annual Meeting" page on the left hand navigation bar.
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Morgans Hotel Group Co. ("MHG" or the "Company") today reported financial results for the quarter ended March 31, 2013. The Company will host a conference call to review the results on Tuesday, April 30, 2013 at 9:00 am.Adjusted EBITDA was $7.5 million in the first quarter of 2013, a $6.5 million increase over the same period in 2012, due primarily to increases in EBITDA at the Company's fee-owned hotels, Delano South Beach and Hudson.
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Commenting on the CSO figures issued today for overseas visitor numbers to Ireland for the three-month period January to March 2013, Niall Gibbons, chief executive of Tourism Ireland, said: “Today’s figures from the CSO showing growth of +7.4% suggest a strong start to 2013 with the best first quarter performance from North America since 2004 and the best ever first quarter from Australia and Developing markets (such as China and India). It is encouraging to see growth from all market areas and, in particular, to see Great Britain return the best first quarter performance in four years with growth of +1.4%.
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Wyndham Worldwide, one of the world’s largest hospitality companies, was named among the Top 10 Best Places to Work in New Jersey by NJBIZ. Ranked number six among large companies (250+ employees), this is the fourth consecutive year that the Company has been named to the list. The annual survey honors the top places of employment in New Jersey that benefit the state's economy, its workforce and businesses.
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Wyndham Hotel Group, the world’s largest hotel company with approximately 7,380 hotels and part of Wyndham Worldwide Corporation (NYSE: WYN), has appointed industry veteran Kathy Maher to the role of senior vice president, revenue management. With nearly three decades of experience in hospitality, Maher is responsible for the strategic development of Wyndham Hotel Group’s revenue management function globally. She is based in the company’s Parsippany, N.J., offices and reports directly to Ross Hosking, executive vice president, global sales and revenue management.
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Brisbane Airport (BNE) retained its first place ranking as Australia’s best airport for overall Quality of Service for the ninth consecutive year in the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) 2011-12 Airport Monitoring Report. BNE also received the highest rating out of five airports for Quality of Service by passengers for the fourth consecutive year, and a rating of second out of five airports for airport services and facilities by airports.
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For Liverpool John Lennon Airport's customers, a new store promises the best souvenir of the city: something made-here!The Liverpool owned gift shop, ‘made-here’, is opening a branch in Liverpool John Lennon Airport (JLA) to ensure that when visitors head home, they can take a little piece of Liverpool with them.
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Qantas will more than double the size of its existing Qantas Club in Darwin and upgrade the lounge facilities to cater for Business and premium leisure travel to the region.Qantas Group Chief Executive Officer Alan Joyce, who visited Darwin Airport to make the announcement, said the new facilities would provide Qantas customers travelling to and from Darwin with a seamless travel experience.
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Truly magical occasions are not easy to come by, which is why Four Seasons Resort Mauritius at Anahita is offering one couple the opportunity to celebrate their wedding vows in an unforgettably spectacular wedding day that only occurs once in a blue moon. To celebrate the rare occurrence of four full moons in a season, the third of which is known as a "blue moon," the all-villa Resort in Mauritius has created a special Once in a Blue Moon wedding package to offer one couple an exclusive ceremony of events to celebrate their big day.
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As an expert in creating unforgettable experiences, Four Seasons Resort Punta Mita is introducing a new program of professional surf instruction and guidance for enjoying the multiple breaks located on or near the Punta Mita peninsula. Through its partnership with luxury surf specialist Tropicsurf, Four Seasons Resort Punta Mita is now offering a surf program where authentic experiences meet up with pampered stays. In the Tropicsurf world, luxury surfing is defined as an attitude where the trip is all about “you.” For those searching for that perfect wave, it can be found at Four Seasons Resort Punta Mita.
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Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, today launched an innovative online mapping tool developed in cooperation with LinkedIn, the world’s largest professional network, to make it easier to message new contacts, arrange meetings and be more productive while travelling.
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United Airlines today announced an agreement to add 30 Embraer 175 regional jets to the United Express fleet. Under an agreement with Embraer, United will purchase the aircraft with deliveries in 2014 and 2015. These aircraft will be operated by a United Express partner to be announced later."At United, we are focused on modernizing our fleet, and we look forward to introducing the E175 to our United Express service. Compared to the 50-seat aircraft we are replacing, these aircraft provide a superior customer experience and are more fuel efficient," said Jim Compton, United's vice chairman and chief revenue officer.
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Four Seasons Hotel George V launches a new experience and invites its guests to discover a typical Parisian market with Michelin starred Chef Eric Briffard.
From April to October, Eric Briffard, Chef of the prestigious two Michelin-starred Le Cinq at Four Seasons Hotel George V, organizes monthly visits to a nearby Parisian food market: a unique opportunity to interact with the Chef and meet some of his suppliers and vegetable growers, and find out how he selects his products.
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Rainbow Tasmania Tourism Accreditation gives tourism operators the opportunity to show that their business treats all people in the same non-discriminatory manner and provides a safe and comfortable environment for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Intersex (LGBTI) customers. It also highlights that the business complies with the Anti-Discrimination Act 1998 (Tas).
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The new Etihad Travel Mall located on Sheikh Zayed Road, is our premier airport check-in terminal in Dubai. Check in, collect your boarding pass and drop off your luggage up to 24 hours in advance of your flight. Jump onboard on one of the 20 free daily coach services to and from Abu Dhabi Airport.
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The Ministry for Tourism and the Malta Tourism Authority would like to inform the public that the opening night of the Malta International Fireworks Festival (MIFF) is still taking place as scheduled this evening in Marsaxlokk.The first night of the pyro-musical competitive programme starts at 21.00hrs with a display by Focs d’Artifici Europla from Spain, followed by Malta’s own Mount Carmel Fireworks Factory from Zurrieq. The evening will come to a close with a display starting at around 22.00hrs by Lieto Fireworks from Italy.
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Recent research conducted by Reed Travel Exhibitions has identified Latin American countries Argentina, Brazil and Mexico as destinations where CIBTM (www.cibtm.com) buyers are interested in placing outbound MICE business. Jeffrey Xu, CIBTM Project Manager, Reed Travel Exhibitions commented, “In our research 25% of buyers named Brazil as a preferred destination for outbound MICE events, 18% named Argentina, and 17% Mexico. These figures demonstrate the potential business opportunities that CIBTM holds for exhibitors from this region.”
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Scotland’s national tourism organisation’s biggest ever ticket giveaway has seen all 15,000 tickets handed out to celebrate the Year of Natural Scotland 2013, with more than 35,000 people trying to get their hands on a free ticket. VisitScotland in collaboration with Scotland’s major transport providers, Caledonian MacBrayne, ScotRail and NorthLink contributed to get as many Scots as possible out and about during this month.
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The Ministry for Tourism and the Malta Tourism Authority would like to inform the public that the opening night of the Malta International Fireworks Festival (MIFF) is still taking place as scheduled this evening in Marsaxlokk.The first night of the pyro-musical competitive programme starts at 21.00hrs with a display by Focs d’Artifici Europla from Spain, followed by Malta’s own Mount Carmel Fireworks Factory from Zurrieq. The evening will come to a close with a display starting at around 22.00hrs by Lieto Fireworks from Italy.
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The San Francisco Travel Association is launching the Neighborhood Partners Program to provide greater connections between the 16.5 million visitors who come to San Francisco each year and businesses located throughout the city’s 49 square miles.
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Rainbow Tasmania Tourism Accreditation gives tourism operators the opportunity to show that their business treats all people in the same non-discriminatory manner and provides a safe and comfortable environment for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Intersex (LGBTI) customers. It also highlights that the business complies with the Anti-Discrimination Act 1998 (Tas).
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The new Etihad Travel Mall located on Sheikh Zayed Road, is our premier airport check-in terminal in Dubai. Check in, collect your boarding pass and drop off your luggage up to 24 hours in advance of your flight. Jump onboard on one of the 20 free daily coach services to and from Abu Dhabi Airport.
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Recent research conducted by Reed Travel Exhibitions has identified Latin American countries Argentina, Brazil and Mexico as destinations where CIBTM (www.cibtm.com) buyers are interested in placing outbound MICE business. Jeffrey Xu, CIBTM Project Manager, Reed Travel Exhibitions commented, “In our research 25% of buyers named Brazil as a preferred destination for outbound MICE events, 18% named Argentina, and 17% Mexico. These figures demonstrate the potential business opportunities that CIBTM holds for exhibitors from this region.”
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Air Seychelles, the national airline of the Republic of Seychelles, today announced that it has entered into a codeshare agreement with South African Airways (SAA), the national airline of the Republic of South Africa.The first phase of the agreement will see South African Airways place its “SA” code on Air Seychelles’ non-stop flights between Johannesburg and Seychelles. South African Airways will also place its code on flights between the two largest islands of Seychelles, Mahé and Praslin, subject to approvals.
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The American Express Meetings and Events 2013 Meetings Forecast has predicted that meetings in the Asia Pacific region will grow by 5% on average this year. This research is further supported by research carried out by Reed Travel Exhibitions, which confirms that CIBTM Hosted Buyers identified Singapore, Japan, Thailand, Hong Kong, Taiwan, and South Korea as key destinations of interest for placing outbound MICE business.
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Thailand’s Convention and Exhibition Bureau has come to Shanghai to participate in IT&CM and boost Thailand’s share in MICE markets in China and across the Asian region.Thailand’s MICE industry is reaching out to China, pointing to the country’s continuing buoyant economic growth and Thailand’s advantage as a springboard for the forthcoming single market of the ASEAN Economic Community (AEC) in 2015.
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The popular Ahhaa science center will permanently close the doors on its Tallinn branch this weekend but will open a new affiliate in Pärnu for the summer months.
The Ahhaa science center, which uses interactive methods to teach science to youngsters, is set to vacate its premises underneath Tallinn's Freedom Square due to the unsuitable nature of the space as well as a disagreement with the city government, which rents out the rooms, Ahhaa said in a press release.
HONOLULU – Total expenditures by visitors who came to Hawai‘i in March 2013 rose 7.8 percent (or $91.8 million) from March 2012, to $1.3 billion1according to preliminary statistics released today by the Hawai‘i Tourism Authority. Contributing to this increase was a growth in total arrivals (+7.6% to 769,047 visitors) and higher daily spending (+3.3% to $186 per person), which offset a shorter length of stay (-3% to 8.93 days).
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Asia’s affluent middle class is set to increase almost fivefold over the next 20 years, presenting significant opportunities for Australian tourism, according to a new report released by Tourism Australia and the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) at this year’s Australian Tourism Exchange (ATE).
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Tourism Australia has teamed up with some of the country’s top wineries in a major new national partnership, which aims to raise the profile of Australia as one of the world's leading wine tourism destinations.'Ultimate Winery Experiences of Australia' is a consortium of high-end, award winning wineries offering unique wine experiences including barrel, private and structured tastings, food-wine matching, wine education and gastronomy in spectacular locations within renowned wine regions.
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Asia’s affluent middle class is set to increase almost fivefold over the next 20 years, presenting significant opportunities for Australian tourism, according to a new report released by Tourism Australia and the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) at this year’s Australian Tourism Exchange (ATE).
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Tourism Australia has teamed up with some of the country’s top wineries in a major new national partnership, which aims to raise the profile of Australia as one of the world's leading wine tourism destinations.'Ultimate Winery Experiences of Australia' is a consortium of high-end, award winning wineries offering unique wine experiences including barrel, private and structured tastings, food-wine matching, wine education and gastronomy in spectacular locations within renowned wine regions.
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Four Seasons Resort Maui at Wailea, Maui’s only Forbes Five Star Resort, announces its fall 2013 lineup of Unforgettable Events, a series of one-of-a-kind experiences tailored to the Resort’s active lifestyle guests, featuring the return of virtuoso violinist Elizabeth Pitcairn and her Red Violin, favourite tennis and cycling camps, and a new event, the Aloha Windsurfing Clinic with world champions Matt Pritchard and Shawna Cropas.
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Indian nationals living in Australia and those who have visited the country will star in a new advocacy campaign to make Australia the holiday destination of choice amongst Indian travelers.An Indian restaurant owner living in Sydney and a married Indian couple who travelled to Australia for their honeymoon will share their own personal views of Australia in a series of television, print and online adverts which launches this week across India.
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More than 60 industry partners have backed Tourism Australia’s ‘Best Jobs in the World’ campaign, which has attracted applications from almost 200 countries around the world.The competition is part of Tourism Australia's multi award winning There's Nothing Like Australia campaign - with Best Jobs specifically focussed on youth travel and working holiday makers.
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Union Tourism Minister Shri K. Chiranjeevi has said that the conclusion of the quick random survey undertaken by ASSOCHAM Social Development Foundation are incorrect. The survey has concluded that there has been a decrease of 25% in foreign tourist inflow and a decrease of 35% in women foreign tourist inflow in India since December 2012.
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Union Tourism Minister Shri K. Chiranjeevi has said that as a tourist friendly initiative of the Government, the Embarkation and Disembarkation Cards are proposed to be made smaller by reducing the information to be filled up. In the new procedure, Embarkation and Disembarkation Cards will be required to be filled up by arriving foreign nationals and departing Indian nationals only.
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Four Seasons Resort Punta Mita, in conjunction with The St. Regis Punta Mita Resort, DINE, the developer of Punta Mita, and the Riviera Nayarit Visitors and Convention Bureau, congratulates the winners of the third annual Punta Mita Gourmet & Golf Classic.As a part of the four-day extravaganza held April 11-14, 2013 guests played in The Punta Mita Cup, a two-day golf tournament with 180 participants that took place on Jack Nicklaus’ two signature courses, Bahia and Pacifico, at Four Seasons Resort Punta Mita.
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JetBlue Airways today announced new daily nonstop service between Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) and Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM) in Lima, subject to receipt of government operating authority. Lima will be JetBlue's 81st BlueCity and its fourth destination in South America. Sale fares for U.S.-originating flights to Lima are available today and until May 3, 2013, at www.jetblue.com/new for as low as $139 one-way from Fort Lauderdale and $199 one-way from the New York Metros and Boston, for travel between November 21 and December 19, 2013 (b).
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JetBlue Airways Corporation today reported its results for the first quarter 2013:Operating income for the quarter was $59 million, resulting in a 4.5% operating margin, compared to operating income of $89 million and a 7.4% operating margin in the first quarter of 2012.Pre-tax income of $23 million in the first quarter. This compares to pre-tax income of $49 million in the first quarter of 2012.
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Edinburgh Airport is seeking to revolutionise its passenger experience through the better use of technology.In a Scottish first, Scotland's busiest airport met with local technology companies and asked them to examine the passengers' journey from car to plane and look at how their technology could improve it.
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The process for accreditation of travel agencies and tour operators to receive Chinese tourists has been opened. The Chinese government requires that nations interested in receiving tourist groups from that country sign an agreement titled Approved Destination Status (ADS). The goal is to protect the rights of Chinese tourists during international travel, as well as control the flow of people and resources sent by China to the outside.
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Atlas Air Worldwide Holdings, Inc. a leading global provider of outsourced aircraft and aviation operating solutions, will release results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2013, prior to the opening of stock market trading on Thursday, May 2.William J. Flynn, Atlas Air Worldwide's President and Chief Executive Officer, and Spencer Schwartz, Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, will host a conference call to discuss the company's results at 11:00 a.m. Eastern Time on May 2.
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Four Seasons Resort Lanai at Manele Bay announces the All American Whiskey Barbeque May 17, 2013 from 6:00-9:00 pm. Whiskey connoisseurs and beginners are invited to sip, swish and savour the art of whiskey. The highly intriguing and sometimes intimidating beverage is gaining popularity in the cocktail circuit. Master of Whiskey Dr. Thomas Turner will lead guests on an aromatic journey to distinguish the many personalities of whiskey - from sweet and citrusy to mild and smooth.
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Displaying the best of natural local foods / kai Māori and indigenous Māori culture, Māori kai food festivals are popular in New Zealand for international tourists and Kiwis alike.
For centuries Māori - the indigenous people of New Zealand - have had great love and respect for the fertile land of their ancestors, believing that the earth is the giver of all life as from the soil comes food, and the same food is cooked beneath the ground in hangi style.
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The increasingly complex movement of international migrants — who now flowed circuitously between countries, bringing with them skills, ideas and capital — had a profound impact on families and communities around the world, declared speakers today as the Commission on Population and Development continued its forty-sixth session.
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The global air travel map is being redrawn as growth rates slow in traditional markets and surge in evolving economies including India, Africa and Latin America, the President and Chief Executive Officer of Etihad Airways, Mr James Hogan, said today.His comments coincided with the announcement by Etihad Airways of a 24 per cent strategic equity investment in Jet Airways, the second largest airline in India.
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San Francisco and New York based incentive and meeting planners got to experience the diversity of New Zealand and Australian Business Events at two workshops held earlier this month.Run in conjunction with Air New Zealand and Tourism Australia, the workshops aimed to leverage off Australia's established presence in the long-haul meetings sector as TNZ works to broaden its approach to include the meetings and association sector.
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Etihad Airways and Air Canada have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for a commercial cooperation agreement that will enhance travel services between the United Arab Emirates and Canada. While the two carriers currently have interline agreements in place for passenger and cargo services, Etihad Airways and Air Canada intend to offer customers through-checked bags, reciprocal codeshare services and frequent flyer benefits.
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The 2013 SpringHill Suites Annual Travel Survey reveals that most Americans today are ready to go off the beaten path and explore unexpected destinations. According to the recent survey conducted by Kelton, vacation is no longer just about getting away. It’s about discovering the country from a local, cultural and artistic perspective. Ninety-four percent of Americans would like to experience local art and culture while on vacation and look to local galleries, museums and theaters to provide a rich vacation experience.
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US Airways is making international travel more comfortable and convenient with several in-flight enhancements starting this spring and summer.Beginning May 1, passengers traveling in the Economy cabin will receive complimentary headsets and complimentary wine with their main meal on flights to and from Europe, the Middle East and South America.
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ATLANTA - Hotel Indigo®, IHG’s (InterContinental Hotels Group) [LON: IHG, NYSE: IHG (ADRs)] upscale boutique brand, is continuing its expansion in major U.S. cities with plans for its third hotel in the Chicago market. The hotel, which will be located in the historic downtown area’s Atlantic Bank Building, is expected to open in spring 2014.
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On April 9, SAS launched its new app which can be used to book trips to all its destinations directly on a smart phone or tablet device. SAS customers can now easily book, check in, choose a seat on board and receive their mobile boarding pass on their phone or device. The SAS app has already been downloaded nearly 100,000 times and is ranked as the no 1 free app in Sweden, Denmark and Norway. This is just one of the ways in which SAS is continuing to create innovative solutions that make traveling easier for its customers.
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Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group is delighted to announce the opening of its second city hotel in China, Mandarin Oriental Pudong, Shanghai. In celebration, the hotel is offering guests two tantalizing packages both priced from CNY 3,600 and available from 25 April to 30 September 2013.
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