British Airways Speedbird Club Lands In China

The British Airways Speedbird Club, a dedicated trade website, has been launched in China to provide travel agents with round-the-clock access to all the information they need about British Airways.

New Guidelines For Airline Travelers

Effective June 1, 2007, and in line with new global security guidelines issued by the International Civil Aviation Organisation, passengers flying on many international airlines will be subjected to restrictions on the carriage of certain items in their hand baggage.

Ong Gains New Kempinski Role

Kempinski Hotels has announced the appointment of Bobby Ong as the company's vice president, sales and marketing, China.

Former Portuguese President Arrives In Pudong

Former Portuguese president General Antonio Ramalho Eanes received a warm welcome from Douglas A. Barber, general manager of Sofitel Jin Jiang Oriental Pudong Shanghai, upon his arrival at the hotel. General Antonio Ramalho Eanes had lunch at Crystal Bridge, the signature Cantonese restaurant at the five star luxury hotel in Pudong.

Staff Recognized In Macau

At a special celebratory event held in the Grand Ballroom of the Grand Lisboa in Macau, thirteen members of Grand Lisboa staff were recognized for their top quality performance in their work. Assessed under five different sets of criteria, the staff members were nominated by their direct superiors to receive the Premium Service Awards.

Eleven Chinese Cities Set Up Travel Alliance

In order to promote a full range of cooperation among different regions of China, eleven Chinese travel cities, including Chengdu, have proposed to set up a national travel alliance and the parties will sign a cooperation agreement next month.