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| THE BIG D VISITS VANCOUVER |
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The Dallas Convention and Visitors Bureau host media luncheon to highlight the city’s arts, shopping and the 2011 Super Bowl
Katie Lister
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| Cheryl Schell, Charles Smith, Phillip Jones, Dustin Clark & Sana Keller |
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Yesterday afternoon, the Dallas Convention and Visitors Bureau hosted a media luncheon at Goldfish Restaurant in Yaletown, Vancouver. Phillip Jones, president and CEO, Dallas Convention and Visitors Bureau, welcomed attendees and discussed tourism trends and why travellers should make their way to “the big D.” According to Jones, 300,000 Canadians visit Dallas, Texas each year with most western Canadian visitors coming from Calgary; Vancouver a close second. “And, we want more” said Jones. He credits strong businesses such as oil, gas, and energy for some of the reason why... [Full text and pictures]
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| MANNIX RESIGNS FROM ENSEMBLE |
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President and CEO of Ensemble Travel Group, Jack E. Mannix, resigns; Lindsay Pearlman to lead in the interim
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| Jack Mannix |
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Jack E. Mannix, CTC, president and CEO of Ensemble Travel Group, has resigned effective immediately, according to a joint communication released by Mannix and Ensemble Travel Group. Mannix, who lives in the Ft. Lauderdale area, has commuted to New York for over eight years as he led Ensemble Travel Group. Mannix has resigned for personal reasons to spend more time with his family. "I have truly enjoyed the challenges and successes associated with running Ensemble Travel Group these past eight plus years and have especially relished the relationships that I have built with literally hundreds of members and suppliers while working with a highly dedicated and capable team of professionals at Ensemble Travel Group,” Mannix said. “At the same time, I am very much looking forward to having more time with my family, which is the center of my... [Full text and pictures]
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| SUNSPOTS’ L.A. SALE |
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Sunspots has announced their L.A. seat sale effective until August 2, 2010. Please note that exact quote depends on availability and routing. From Vancouver (RT), fares start at $320 plus $122.00 in taxes and from Calgary, fares start at $607 plus $142.45 in taxes. Call 1-800-657-8721 or visit sunspotsholidays.com for full details. |
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| ANDERSON'S PATRIOTIC CONTEST |
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Anderson announces Algonquin Travel Sherwood Park and Sears Travel Sarnia as winners of Canada Day window display contest
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| Audrey Edwards and Jon Schmiemann |
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To help celebrate the birthday of 'our home and native land,' Anderson Vacations launched their inaugural Canada Day window display contest. Agencies from across the country were encouraged to decorate their office window displays to promote Canada in the lead up to Canada Day. Anderson received contest entries from across the country and chose two winners, one from the West and one from the East. The winners celebrated with a hot lunch delivered directly to their office and... [Full text and pictures]
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| STARWOOD OPENS FOUR POINTS IN SASK |
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Four Points by Sheraton opens in Saskatoon; features 119-rooms, free high-speed internet and more
Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. has announced the opening of Four Points by Sheraton Saskatoon in Saskatchewan. Owned and managed by VJ Management, the newly constructed 119-room hotel has everything guests need to travel the way they like for a great price. Over the past five years, Starwood and its partners have invested more than $1 billion into renovations, conversions and new build properties at Four Points to make the brand's portfolio of hotels better than ever. Guests can relax with... [Full text and pictures]
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