The majority of Japanese tour operators reported in the U.S. Department of Commerce sponsored Japan Travel Trade Barometer (as of September 5 – October 29, 2011) that bookings for travel to the United States in the fourth quarter 2011 would continue to be lower, on average, compared to fourth quarter 2010 bookings.Only about one fifth […]
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Brand USA chief executive James Evans is stepping down after just one year in the role. He will be replaced in the interim by Brand USA chairman-elect Caroline Beteta. The year-old organisation’s board of directors has begun a search for Evans’ replacement. The agreement was reached in consultation with the board, and comes as the […]
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Brand USA has announced the launch of a bespoke website dedicated to television programme idea submissions. The new website has been built specifically to accept confidential television ideas from production partners, before a shortlist will be put before a Television Advisory Board. The Board will decide on the chosen submission(s) and will aim to work […]
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Beverly Hills Conference & Visitors Bureau and the city of Beverly Hills has announced the opening of their new, state-of-the-art Visitor Center located at 9400 South Santa Monica Boulevard, in the heart of the Golden Triangle. The 500 square foot welcome centre will be the gateway into the city offering the ultimate in service. Whether […]
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Earlier this year, US president Barack Obama issued an executive order on travel directing federal agencies to aggressively expand the nation’s ability to attract and welcome visitors, while maintaining the highest standards of security. Today, the White House released a progress report from the departments of state and homeland security that outlines the activities underway […]
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Taiwan has joined the United States Visa Waiver Program according to a statement from Janet Napolitano, secretary of the department of homeland security. Eligible Taiwan passport holders will now be able to visit the United States without visas on trips of up to 90 days. The move comes into effect on November 1st. Like other […]
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Cellet Travel Services has been awarded a three year contract by the Kissimmee Convention & Visitors Bureau to spearhead the destination’s marketing campaign for travel trade and consumers within the UK and Ireland. Kissimmee, in Central Florida, is one of the US’ leading tourist destinations for Brits. Boasting warm weather year round, Kissimmee is just […]
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The Nigerian Tourism Development Corporation, the official tourism organisation for Nigeria, has joined the United States Tour Operators Association as an associate member. This membership makes Nigeria the first and only west African country to be accepted into USTOA. Nigeria Tourism’s acceptance into USTOA comes as no surprise, as its goals match up aptly with […]
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American secretary of transport Ray LaHood has confirmed he will step down from the position. Speaking on the official department of transport blog, Fast Lane, LaHood said he had elected not to serve a second term in the position, but work remained to be done. Outlining his accomplishments while in office, he the department had […]
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The U.S. Department of Commerce today announced that 5.8 million international visitors traveled to the United States in September 2012, an eight percent increase over September 2011. September 2012 registered the 18th straight month of increases in total U.S. visits. In September 2012, the top inbound markets continued to be Canada and Mexico with each […]