2012年2月29日 星期三

Film star markets NZ to Chinese travellers

Campaign to cement Auckland as tourism hotspot for China using celebrity pulling power and social mediaAuckland Airport and Auckland Tourism, Events and Economic Development Ltd (ATEED) have worked with wholesale partners in China to showcase New Zealand as a must-see tourism destination with this fast-growing travel market, using one of their own - influential Chinese film star Dong Xuan - as the drawcard.As part of Auckland Airport's programme to develop premium travel markets, Dong Xuan will spend ten days in New Zealand travelling from Auckland to Arrowtown with Chinese media, film and camera teams in tow.

She will visit iconic locations which will be promoted in her home country to build awareness of longer stay itineraries and to highlight the depth of sophisticated options in New Zealand.An extensive blogger and social media user, Dong has a fan base of more than 3.2 million on Weibo, the Chinese equivalent to Facebook. She will be providing regular updates and a unique insight into New Zealand as part of her travels."This is the first time Auckland Airport and ATEED have teamed up in this way to market Auckland and the depth of product for premium markets in New Zealand.Himachal Tour Packages Are Priced!

In China celebrities like Miss Dong have significant influence, so the power of her recommendations to visit New Zealand can't be underestimated," says Glenn Wedlock, General Manager Aeronautical Commercial for Auckland Airport.Once her tour is complete, wholesale partners will offer Chinese visitors the chance to follow in her footsteps on a "Dong Xuan experience tour", across the country - with differing tiers of experience to cater for all price ranges. This will be marketed via the media and traditional advertising in China, as well as through social media channels.

2012年2月22日 星期三

Himachal Tour Packages Are Priced

Himachal Pradesh is one of the beautiful places in India with a number of Hill stations suitable for holidaying, honey-mooning or for that matter all types of travel purely on tourism purpose. Its awe striking landscapes are wonderful locations of Himachal tourism, with its panoramic snow peaks, lush-green and beautiful valleys, flower rich meadows, fast flowing ice-cold rivers, great lakes and glaciersThere are a number of Himachal tour packages designed and organized by Himachal tourism as well as Travel Agencies, which an avid traveler can avail of.

Himachal tourism organizes a 6 day/5 night package from Delhi covering Manali and Shimla which are two important Cities and Hill stations in Himachal Pradesh, with the following itinerary:The first day of the tour will be 580 km drive by a Luxury Car, through the greenery part of Himalayan roads, from Delhi to Manali, leading to Hotel check in to rest for the night, giving only for a small stroll around the staying premises.Second day, the Himachal tourism group visits Kothe Gorge, Marhi, Rohtang Pass and Sollang Valley and returns to the Hotel.Third day, it will be a city tour, particularly visiting Hadimba temple, Manu Temple, Vashisht Village and Tibetan Monastery.

Fourth day, 271 km drive to Shimla, all in Himalayan ranges, visiting Kullu enroute and checking in at the Shimla Hotel.Fifth day, the Himachal tourism group goes for a full day excursion visiting Kufril, a nearby spot, besides shopping at Shimla town and also visiting the Mal and the Ridge.Sixth day, the group drives back 370 km amidst the panoramic scenery of Himalayan Mountain to reach Delhi concluding the Himachal tourism package.The cost of Himachal tour packages depend on the type of Vehicle and type of accommodation the travelers choose, and it is levied per person basis.

2012年2月21日 星期二

Ctrip Reports Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2011 Financial Results

Income from operations was RMB231 million (US$37 million) for the fourth quarter of 2011, down 21% year-on-year. Excluding share-based compensation charges (non-GAAP), income from operations was RMB325 million (US$52 million), down 8% year-on-year.Operating margin was 25% for the fourth quarter of 2011, compared to 37% in the same period in 2010. Excluding share-based compensation charges (non-GAAP), operating margin was 35%, compared to 45% in the same period in 2010.Net income attributable to Ctrip's shareholders was RMB253 million (US$40 million) in the fourth quarter of 2011, down 16% year-on-year. Excluding share-based compensation charges (non-GAAP), net income attributable to Ctrip's shareholders was RMB347 million (US$55 million), down 4% year-on-year.

Diluted earnings per ADS were RMB1.67 (US$0.27) for the fourth quarter of 2011. Excluding share-based compensation charges (non-GAAP), diluted earnings per ADS were RMB2.30 (US$0.37) for the fourth quarter of 2011.Share-based compensation charges were RMB95 million (US$15 million), accounting for 10% of the net revenues, or RMB0.63 (US$0.10) per ADS for the fourth quarter of 2011.Net revenues were RMB3.5 billion (US$556 million) in 2011, up 21% from 2010. In 2011, Wing On Travel and ezTravel contributed 1% for the year-on-year growth for net revenues.Gross margin was 77% in 2011, compared to 78% in 2010.

Income from operations was RMB1.1 billion (US$169 million) in 2011, up 1% from 2010. Excluding share-based compensation charges (non-GAAP), income from operations was RMB1.4 billion (US$224 million) in 2011, up 9% from 2010.Operating margin was 30% in 2011, compared to 37% in 2010. Excluding share-based compensation charges (non-GAAP), operating margin was 40%, compared to 45% in 2010.Net income attributable to Ctrip's shareholders was RMB1.1 billion (US$171 million) in 2011, up 3% from 2010. Excluding share-based compensation charges (non-GAAP), net income attributable to Ctrip's shareholders was RMB1.4 billion (US$225 million), up 10% from 2010.

2012年2月17日 星期五

Thrilling tour packages

Singapore is a tropical paradise which has been urbanized as one of the major tourist attractions of the world. On your Singapore tour one can explore tempting range of attractions from cultural, natural and culinary delights. The island is referred to as a city of diverse culture as it formed from Chinese, Malay and Hindu culture hence offers a perfect amalgamation of various cultures. You can also visit all interesting tourist spots of the city like Sentosa Island, tour museums and monuments on your city experience tour. One can also opt for entertainment tour and visit the hot spots like night safari, Jurrong Park, china town and Little India with Singapore tour.

You can have even more fun by visiting cool destinations like St. Johan's island and East Coast Park All and much more. In fact Singapore has much more to offer than shopping and sky scrapers. So get ready to be enthralled by the wonders of Singapore with Singapore tours and be a part of this vibrant city as on your journey you will have efficient operators who will help you explore the cosmopolitan city that is brimming with diversity and create memories that you can cherish throughout your life.Mahabaleshwar is known for its picturesque beauty in Maharashtra which has been attracting tourists from all parts of India.

Mahabaleshwar packages are specially planned to guarantee that one can have exhilarating vacation in Mahabaleshwar at the cheapest possible rates. It is the most stimulating and electrifying of this beautiful hill station. One can explore the vivacious and lively towns, undergo unusual flavors, and inspect the architectural wonders and unharmed natural magnificence with this Mahabaleshwar tour package.