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A Transportation Security Administration employee who pretended to uncover drugs in a passenger’s bag had played the prank more than just once.
Last January, the Philadelphia Inquirer broke the story of Rebecca Solomon, a 22-year-old University of Michigan student who was the victim of a practical joke she felt was inappropriate. Solomon said a TSA employee at the Philadelphia International Airport had pulled her aside for an interrogation over a baggie of powder he “found” in her carryon bag. Fearing she had fell victim in the plot of a terrorist drug dealer, Solomon fought back tears as she was questioned, until finally the TSA agent smiled and admitted he was just joking.
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Shanghai–Diversified industrial manufacturer Eaton Corporation (NYSE:ETN) announced that Sichuan Airlines and China Southern Airlines have awarded contracts to the company’s Aerospace Group, underscoring Eaton’s continuing growth in the Asia-Pacific region and its global leadership in aircraft component quality and reliability. The value of the contracts has not been disclosed.
Sichuan Airlines Co., Ltd. selected Eaton to supply engine-driven pumps and AC motorpumps for its new fleet of 32 Airbus 320 passenger jets. The company will also supply engine-driven pumps and AC motorpumps for China Southern Airlines’ new fleet of 20 Airbus 320 passenger jets.
DOWNTOWN LOS ANGELES – At first glance, it doesn’t look like there is much going on at the former department store at Ninth Street and Broadway. The seven-story building has only been open a little more than a month, and the management concedes that some final touches are still being applied.
The pool is not installed yet, and neither is the dog park. The hotel-like services, a stylish lobby and community rooms also have not been completed.
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You’re not alone if you’re excited about the new crop of Brazilian churrascaria restaurants coming to cruise ships.
Royal Caribbean CEO Adam Goldstein writes on his blog this week that pre-bookings for the churrascaria eatery planned for the line’s soon-to-debut, 5,400-passenger Allure of the Seas have taken off since it was announced in late August.
Unveiled at a media preview of Allure at the STX Europe yard in Finland, the meat-focused eatery — dubbed Samba Grill — has quickly become the third most popular venue on the vessel for pre-bookings, Goldstein says.
The Delamar Hotel, located on 275 Old Post Road in Southport, has recently celebrated its anxiously awaited opening. The Delamar Southport joins The Delamar on Greenwich Harbor, as one of an exclusive portfolio of luxury boutique hotels owned and operated by the Greenwich Hospitality Group. The property was built in 2001 as a condo hotel, when it fell upon hard times and went into bankruptcy, foreclosure and three to four year abandonment.
Greenwich Hospitality had an opportunity to bid on the property last year and was successful. After about a year of reconstruction, the group has completed its venture, promising the ultimate in boutique hotel hospitality.
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SINGAPORE – Preliminary findings on Universal Studios Singapore’s Battlestar Galactica (BSG) ride were presented to the Public Entertainments Licensing Unit (PELU) today, detailing investigative testing progress so far, as well as potential solutions to correct defects that were found on the ride during its daily safety-check run cycles on 25 March 2010.
On 18 March 2010, Universal Studios Singapore opened in a standard industry ‘soft-open status’, which means that the rides, shows and other operational aspects of the park are subject to being modified and improved as needed, in order to accommodate actual guest operating conditions and improve the overall experience of the park’s visitors.
Celebrate the rich and unique flavors of Thailand as Marriott Hotel Manila brings the best of Thai in partnership with the Tourism Authority of Thailand, Embassy of Thailand and Thai Airways.
Thailand's famous Pad Thai
One of the Asia’s most favorite cuisines, Thai food has been gaining popularity worldwide with its worth relishing tastes. For the whole month of August, satisfy your taste buds with a delicious showcase of authentic Thai dishes by Thai chef Thanathorn Krobsuay flown all the way from one of the most contemporary Marriott properties in Asia, the JW Marriott Bangkok. A Thai local himself, chef Krobsuay shares his sophisticated style and expertise in Thai cooking which never fails to mesmerize guests and capture the palates of discerning gourmands.
You could also bring home the Flavors of Thailand as Chef Thanathorn conducts a free cooking class on August 12 at 2:30pm. Slots to the class are free by simply reserving at the Marriott Café reception and presenting a receipt.
In addition, diners who avail of the Flavors of Thailand buffet also get a chance to win a pair of roundtrip tickets to Thailand courtesy of the Thai Airways and Tourism Authority of Thailand. The prize trip includes a three-night stay with breakfast at the Rennaisance Koh Samui Resort and Spa Thailand.
The Flavors of Thailand will be available during lunch and dinner at PHP 1,350 nett for adults and PHP675 nett for children, while Sunday Brunch is at PHP 1,650 nett. Children below 12 get in for half the price and children below 6 get in for free.
Marriott Café is located at the Ground Floor of Marriott Hotel Manila. For more information and reservations, call (632)988-9999 or visit www.marriott.com/mnlap.
Universal City, California— Booking a vacation in Hollywood, California just became foolproof with the introduction of ExperienceHollywood.com, a new full-service online travel site powered by Universal Studios Hollywood, designed to connect hotel, air transportation and car rentals with top Hollywood entertainment destinations.
ExperienceHollywood.com was conceived to take the guesswork out of where to go, what to see and where to stay for visitors planning their Hollywood dream vacation. With over 600 hotels, including such famous Hollywood landmarks as the Hollywood Roosevelt Hotel, the Renaissance Hotel & Spa, the Hollywood Heights Hotel and the new W Hollywood, top car rental companies and worldwide air transportation access, ExperienceHollywood.com will help guests land on their feet while their heads are in the stars. The site features valuable information, suggested itineraries and insider tips on iconic Hollywood experiences to help visitors navigate local places of interest. With editorial content written by prize-winning travel writer and former Los Angeles Times Travel Editor, Rosemary McClure, ExperienceHollywood.com highlights classic restaurants, transportation options, shopping must-visits, luxury spas and noteworthy historical landmarks to provide an all-inclusive blueprint for maximizing a memorable Hollywood trip.
Bangkok, Thailand – Guests of The Mandarin Plaza Hotel in Bangkok, Thailand are invited to avail of big discounts at the Amazing Thailand Grand Sale Fair this year. From July 1 to August 31, 2010, shoppers can enjoy up to 80% off on clothes, Thai ornaments, handicrafts, electronics, and sporting goods. With many of the city’s main shops and department stores participating in this annual event, shopping enthusiasts will surely enjoy good bargains and unique finds during the fair.
Located along Surawongse Road in Bangkok, The Mandarin Plaza Hotel is an ideal base for those planning to go to the fair. It is just a few minutes’ walk to Patpong and Silom, where several shopping centers, department stores, and markets can be found. Other local attractions that are near the hotel include the Suan Lum Night Bazaar, Klong Toey Market, Lumphini Stadium, and Lumphini Park. Travel around the city is made easier by the BTS Sky Train Station, which is just 200 meters from the hotel.
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With the launch of AirAsia Go‘s new website comes an up for grab promo for every travel enthusiast. The site, formerly known as Go Holiday, will give away over 3,000 FREE Rooms as well as FREE Tours & Transfers on May 26,2010. Travel dates are from June 1 2010 to March 31, 2011.
Free rooms are limited and may not be available on all destinations, public holidays, school breaks and weekends. Free rooms are subjected to administrative charges. No refund, cancellation, changes of paid confirmed bookings for free rooms will be entertained. Other terms and conditions apply.
For more information,visit www.airasiago.com.
A lifestyle dedicated to travel requires versatility and flexibility. But these need not hamper any individual from expressing his style, and this is what Mendoza® Travel Bags guarantee. Mendoza prides itself in providing quality products, but also remaining true to the personality of its user. Quality is never compromised, even as each Mendoza bag is a reflection of an ever-changing modern world, with its movers and shakers shaping the style of Mendoza.
Mendoza Seahawk II
Until May 20, everyone is invited to witness how Mendoza travel bags can be molded to suit any individual’s taste, through an art installation exhibit dubbed as “Inspirations” at Greenbelt 5. Mendoza hard cases will be the chosen medium for this exhibit, through their travel line products: Seahawk Plus and Seahawk II, two collections which take their inspiration from the safari and the sea, respectively; the Panzer collection—strong, solid, and as tough as a tank; the XR7, an ergonomic lightweight luggage design and finally, the MZ-60 rounds up the Mendoza case luggage travel line.
Relax and reenergize as you bring back to life your tired and weary body with Marriott Hotel’s ultimate Escape! Spa Package. For only $220 net single or $245 net double, spoil your senses at the Quan Spa, where you can enter to a world of restoration and look forward ending your day to the Marriott Hotel’s luxurious deluxe room accommodation.
The package includes an indulging daily buffet breakfast at the Marriott Café and an hour of massage of choice at the Quan Spa, where water element comes to life. Must-try is one of Filipinos famous service—hilot, considered as one of the best-loved treatments where virgin coconut oil is applied to the body which reduces tension build up. Introducing as well is Dagdagay which is basically a deep tribal foot and leg massage using clay to enhance the kneading motions while cleansing and purifying the skin.
And to complete the luxury, have a moment of lull in the exquisite deluxe room, complete with practical amenities such as high-speed internet access, 40” full high-definition IPTV and the new remote jack pack plug-and-play system, luxurious bedding plus facilities such as outdoor pool and health club, among others. This promo is valid until June 30, 2010.
Share with your loved ones this delightful escape offer for a night or more and experience a surely memorable bliss of a lifetime. For more information about Marriott Hotel Manila, please call (632)988-9999 or visit www.marriott.com/mnlap
PASAY, MANILA – This Lenten Season, Marriott Hotel Manila adds an egg-stra special touch to the holidays. Celebrate with us and step into a blissful retreat with your family with lots of fun and surprises!
From March 29 to April 4, stay for a minimum of 2 nights for only $105++ per day and enjoy a daily buffet breakfast for 2 at Marriott Café. Avail of this offer and we’ll throw in 2 tickets to the Easter egg hunt activity for free! Come Easter Sunday, April 4, the hotel will be jam-packed with eggstravagant offers.
From 11am to 3pm, feast on a wide selection of local and international delights in a buffet at Marriott Café for only Php1850nett. In line with the season, the cuisine features sumptuous Easter specialties and a special dessert counter to give your meal a sweet finale. What’s more, you’ll also get a free entrance to the Easter egg hunt activity when you grab a bite of this buffet.
Kids will surely jump for joy for a fun filled and action packed activities from 2pm to 4pm at the Grand Ballroom. For only Php500nett, kids can enter a world of barnyard-inspired Easter Egg hunt and play with bouncy inflatable’s, participate in egg hunting, egg painting, magic tricks, face painting and other activities in store for them. Treats from Monterey and Magnolia Chicken plus goodie bags filled with Hershey’s, Orion Chocopie, Sipahh straw, Total Girl Magazine and Star Paper Stationary are sure to be a sweet surprise too.
As Easter is a time for the family, Marriott Hotel Manila is the best place to spend it in. For inquiries and reservations, call 988-9999 or visit www.marriott.com/mnlap
SINGAPORE – Universal Studios Singapore, the region’s widely-anticipated attraction in Resorts World Sentosa, has concluded its sneak peek week to rave reviews and continues its opening process with team members, invited guests and charitable organizations building up to start welcoming the public in March.
Universal Studios Singapore Map
Located within one of the world’s most extensive and expansive tourism projects – the US$4.4 billion Resorts World Sentosa – Universal Studios Singapore will bring to life the best movie-themed attractions packed within seven zones ranging from Hollywood, Far Far Away™ to Sci-Fi City™ and The Lost World™.
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