All new Air New Zealand planes are being fitted with security cameras so pilots can keep an eye on the cabin.
The systems are meant to prevent potential terrorist hijacking threats and also act as evidence in cases of air rage.
At present, pilots are protected by a door chime and a spy-hole in the flight-deck door […]
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Security cameras “way of future” for air travel
New U.S. travel warning to Israel
The United States updated its travel warning to Israel, the West Bank and the Gaza Strip.
“The Department of State urges U.S. citizens to remain mindful of security factors when considering travel to Israel and Jerusalem at this time,” said the notice posted Friday on the department’s travel advisory website, http://travel.state.gov. “In addition, the Department of […]
Travel firms target rich baby boomers
Many major travel agencies are opening special offices and offering unique services ahead of the summer travel season, expecting a boost in demand for holidays from retiring baby boomers, who have extra cash to spend.
One company has opened a large branch with more than 2,000 kinds of holiday-related pamphlets on display. Another has set up […]
Wine touring: Planning helps get wine home without hassle
Getting purchases home after visiting a far-away winery can be a problem. Carry-on restrictions prohibit you from bringing bottles of wine onboard the flight with you. National Geographic Traveler magazine explains the options in its latest issue.
National Geographic launches Talk Abroad Travel Phone
The National Geographic Society has launched the National Geographic Talk Abroad Travel Phone for consumers, designed to meet the needs of travellers by allowing affordable calls from more than 100 countries. National Geographic co-operated with Cellular Abroad, provider of cellular services for international travellers, in a licensing partnership to provide this service.
As Domestic Sales Slow, Travel Sites Go Global
For online travel agencies, the grass looks much greener on the other side of the ocean.
As bookings in the United States have stalled for most online travel agencies, companies like Expedia, Travelocity, Priceline and others have found that their investments in foreign markets are paying off — especially in Europe, where their bookings jumped about […]
U.S. maps out strategy to resurrect tourism
The United States has lost billions of dollars and an immeasurable amount of goodwill since the Sept. 11, 2001 terrorism attacks because of a decline in the number of foreign tourists.Several senators are now trying to get the government involved in bringing those visitors back.
Foreign tour firms set for easier travel
The tourism regulator is working on details to further open the market to foreign operators by lowering capital requirements and allowing subsidiaries.
Foreign tour agencies will be treated on par with domestic counterparts when it comes to registered capital, a China National Tourism Administration (CNTA) official has said.
Touring The Sub Just Became Cool
The warm, summer days have made for even hotter temperatures when touring the USS Razorback.
Arkansas Inland Maritime Museum Maintenance Director Jim Gates says, “As you can imagine, this black submarine soaks up heat.”
Smithsonian traveling exhibit explores 500 years of food
“Key Ingredients: American by Food, ” a 500-year history of the development of food in America, explores the procurement, preparation and preparation of what we eat.
Put together by the Smithsonian Institute, this traveling exhibit is on display at the Washington County Rural Heritage Museum at the Washington County Agricultural Education Center through Aug. 4.