TERMINAL
FOUR at Madrids Barajas Airport opened this spring,
doubling the airports capacity and positioning it as the
second-largest facility in Europe. The $7.4 billion terminal
comprises two buildings: the main terminal, serving most domestic
and European flights, and its satellite, serving long-haul and some
European flights. The main terminal is
more than 5 million square feet and can handle 20 million
passengers a year; the satellite can accommodate 15 million
passengers a year in more than 3 million square feet of floor
space.
RAILAGENT.COM boosted its commission rate
by 50% to 13.5% for all new Eurail bookings made before May 31.
Travel agents receive same-day order processing and instant
commission checks, regardless of the travel date. Other features
include planning tools that calculate the best combination of
tickets and passes, live connectivity to European railroads and a
wide selection of rail products worldwide. For more info, visit www.railagent.com.
ALUMNI
HOLIDAYS INTERNATIONAL is operating a series of
seven-night packages themed around the Cezanne Centenary in
Aix-en-Provence, France, through October. Based at the Grand Hotel
Roi Rene, the packages will include a Footsteps of Cezanne tour of
the city and surrounding area, a view of Jas de Bouffan, a visit to
the artists studio and, from early June to mid-September, admission
to see the Cezanne en Provence exhibition at the Granet Museum.
Air-inclusive packages start at $3,295 per person, double. For
additional info, visit www.ahitravel.com.
SELECT
ITLAY, the North American partner of Turin, Italy-based
Red Travel, has created customized tours for clients who want to
explore the country in a Ferrari. The tours, which can be tailored
for individuals and groups, feature flexible itineraries that can
range from two days to six weeks. A sample six-night package,
including accommodations in five-star hotels and suites, most meals
and 1,000 miles of driving, is priced at about $25,000.
Visit
www.selectitaly.com for more information.
TRADESCO
TOURS debuted a five-night, private, escorted Spectacular
Hungarian Castle Tour that includes castle hotel accommodations;
buffet breakfast and dinner daily; private car transportation with
English speaking driver/guide; and sightseeing throughout Hungary.
The itinerary features vineyards, ancient churches, museums, small
villages and cities. The tour is priced at $2,499 per person,
double. Visit www.tradescotours.com.
Europe
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