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CANCUN INTERNATIONAL AIPORT UPDATES
With an investment of nearly 74 million USD the construction of the new runway at the Cancun International Airport is going on, this runway is expected to be fully operational by the end of 2009. The number of daily operations will be double, it is expected to reach the amount of 80 flights an hour, according to Cancún's international airport general director, who assured that a new control tower will be built and also will become the biggest in Latin America.
Among others facilities, the airport will have plenty of capacity to transport both, cargo and passengers, all according to the city growing and hotels actual and future capacity. There will be a rescue and fire extinguisher center that will allow to reach the furthest point, in an event of any accident, in less than three minutes.
A very important aspect is, also, to provide service accordingly to all kind of passengers in special groups and conventions, incentive travelers, domestic and international by having space to spare to handle transportation, luggage, food and beverages and shopping needs. |
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TSA OKS LAPTOP BAGS
Laptop-toting travelers no longer need go through the hassle of removing their computers from carry-ons at airport security checkpoints - provided their cases meet new guidelines established by the Transportation Seurity Administration. The rules essentially prohit computer bags with zippers, straps or pockets that potentially could interfere with a clear scan of the laptop. Brands such as Aerovarion, CODi, Skooba, Targus and Tom Bihn all sell the new checkpoint-friendly bags that conform to the guidelines. Designs include butterfly and trifold syles. Prices generally range from $100 to $225. |
SPOTLIGHT: CHICAGO BENEFITS FROM "BARACK BUMP"
 The U.S. recession is playing a significant factor in various trends, and while Travel Leaders experts have indicated a slide in comparable year-over-year bookings, over 80% are either optimistic or neutral about the year ahead. Conducted November 20-December 15, 2008, the 2009 Travel Trends Survey includes responses from 547 Travel Leaders owners, managers and frontline travel experts throughout the United States-equivalent to more than one completed survey for every single location in the network.
"Despite the daily drumbeat of negative news on our economy and the general perception that everyone is staying home, it speaks volumes that when asked 'What are the top ways leisure travelers are saving money?' the five most frequent responses from our experts were (in order): being flexible with dates, staying at all-inclusives, using frequent flyer miles, taking a cruise, and booking only if there is a promotion or deal."stated Roger E. Block, CTC, president of Travel Leaders.
Top Destinations: U.S. and International Based on 2009 Bookings: Las Vegas, Chicago and Orlando for domestic and in Mexico; Cancun, Riviera Maya and Puerto Vallarta are on the top ten! As of cruise destinations, the Mexican Caribbean is ranked #4. |
IS MEXICO A SAFE DESTINATION FOR MEETING AND EVENT GROUPS?
 That is a question several industry professionals have asked lately in response to reports about drug-related violence in the country.
Yesterday, the White House announced a $700 million, multi-agency initiative that will involve increased manpower, equipment, and security along the southern border of the U.S. According to multiple reports, U.S. President Barack Obama has vowed to stand "shoulder to shoulder" with Mexican President Felipe Calderon in the continuing war on narcotics. Adam Lawhorne, president of MIE is interviewed by Plannerwire.
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