Randonnée en Allemagne,La brochure Transeurope : Traintrips
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Randonnée en Allemagne,La brochure Transeurope : Traintrips
Randonnée en Allemagne Avec ses forêts romantiques, ses paysages pittoresques, ses collines, ses montagnes et ses lacs idylliques, l’Allemagne est le paradis des randonneurs. Des promenades dans l’estran à marée basse aux randonnées en montagne, en passant par les excursions dans les collines, tout y est possible. La proximité avec la nature, la terre et les gens permet aux randonneurs de vivre l’Allemagne avec beaucoup d’intensité. De nombreux sentiers de randonnée traversent les plus beaux paysages naturels et peuvent être parcourus en plusieurs étapes. Les hôtels et les auberges le long de la route n’ont pas leur pareil pour satisfaire aux besoins propres aux randonneurs. De nombreux organisateurs de voyage proposent des « randonnées sans bagages » pour plus de confort. Vous y trouverez également des campements, des possibilités de loisirs, des randonnées découverte et des programmes de formation à l’intention des groupes de jeunes. La brochure Traintrips Transeurope : Transeurope bien que déjà disponible dans les agences depuis près de deux mois il nous a semblé intéressant de revenir sur la brochure : ‘Traintrips’. Une brochure entièrement dédiée au citytrips accessibles en train… La brochure est valable jusqu’au 31/03/2011 inclus et compte 50 citytrips dans 16 villes de nos pays voisins. Transeurope a opté pour un mélange équilibré de grandes pointures comme Paris et Londres, et de petites perles cachées comme Maastricht ou Aix-en- Provence. Sont proposés aussi bien les trains classiques que les trains à grande vitesse Thalys, TGV et Eurostar. Pourquoi les voyages en train? Transeurope est convaincu que le train fait partie intégrante de son programme citytrips. Voyager en train est rapide, sécurisant et confortable, et vous arrivez – à quelques exception près – en plein coeur de la ville. En outre, le train entre aujourd’hui entièrement dans la démarche écologique, ce qui augmente considérablement son intérêt. L’écologie verte n’est plus un mot qui sonne creux, mais est devenue un aspect à part entière dans nos faits et gestes quotidiens. Pour promouvoir le train comme moyen de transport écologique responsable, Transeurope accepte à partir du 1er juillet les EcoChèques (Accor Services) et les Eco Pass (Sodexo) comme moyen de paiement pour tout voyage réservé au sein de cette nouvelle brochure. Transeurope: l’esprit innovateur. U.S. Travel Association Hails ‘Momentous Week’ as Government Launches Corporation for Travel Promotion Board Appointed, Funding Established for Program Expected to Attract Millions of New Visitors to the United States Washington, DC – The U.S. Travel Association today hailed the momentous steps taken this week by the Obama Administration to launch the Corporation for Travel Promotion, enacted into law in March 2010. Commerce Secretary Gary Locke today announced the Corporation’s initial board of directors and, earlier this week, the Department of Homeland Security established the funding mechanism that, combined with private sector contributions, will create a marketing program of up to $200 million per year to attract millions of new visitors to the United States. “This is a momentous week in laying the groundwork for attracting millions of new visitors to our country and creating thousands of new jobs,” said Roger Dow, President and CEO of the U.S. Travel Association. “The rapid speed with which the Obama Administration launched this program is concrete evidence that our government leaders embrace the importance of welcoming more international visitors.” “The establishment of the Corporation for Travel Promotion is a long-awaited victory for the U.S. travel economy,” said Jonathan Tisch, chairman emeritus of the U.S. Travel Association and chairman & CEO of Loews Hotels. “This partnership between the travel industry and government will finally reverse the declines we have seen in overseas visitation to our country since 9/11.” The launch of the Corporation for Travel Promotion comes on the heels of President Obama’s recent launch of the National Export Initiative and his goal of doubling exports over the next five years. An analysis by Oxford Economics revealed that travel promotion could help to generate $4 billion in new international consumer spending in the United States annually. “Travel holds the key to achieving the President’s ambitious goal of doubling exports over the next five years,” Dow said. The United States welcomed fewer overseas visitors in each year post-9/11 compared to 2000. An analysis earlier this year by Oxford Economics showed the failure of the United States to simply keep pace with the growth in international long-haul travel has cost our economy an estimated $509 billion in total spending and 441,000 American jobs which could have been created or sustained over the past decade. In addition, our country forfeited an estimated $32 billion in direct tax receipts over the same period. The anticipated next steps for the Corporation include hiring an executive director, developing a global marketing strategy and launching a private sector fundraising effort. The private sector is responsible Corporation’s budget. for raising 50 percent of the Included on the Corporation for Travel Promotion board are: * Caroline Beteta, President and CEO, California Travel & Tourism Commission, Sacramento, Calif. * Stephen Cloobeck, Chairman and CEO, Diamond Resorts International, Las Vegas, Nev. * George Fertitta, CEO, NYC & Company, New York, N.Y. * Daniel Halpern, President and CEO, Jackmont Hospitality, Inc., Atlanta, Ga. * Tom Klein, President, Sabre Holdings, Southlake, Texas * David Lim, Chief Marketing Officer, Amtrak, Washington, D.C. * Mark Schwab, Senior Vice President-Alliances, International and Regulatory Affairs, United Airlines, Chicago, Ill. * Diane Shober, Tourism Director, State of Wyoming, Cheyenne, Wyo. * Al Weiss, President, Worldwide Operations, Walt Disney Parks and Resorts, Orlando, Fla. * Roy Yamaguchi, Owner and Founder, Roy’s Restaurant, Newport Beach, Calif. * Lynda S. Zengerle, Partner, Steptoe & Johnson LLP, Washington, D.C. The U.S. Travel Association is the national, non-profit organization representing all components of the $704 billion travel industry. U.S. Travel’s mission is to promote and facilitate increased travel to and within the United States. U.S. Travel is proud to be a partner in travel with American Express. For more information, visit www.ustravel.org. Ce mois de septembre verra naître un nouvel hôtel d’esprit chic et anti-bling à Paris (Ile-de-France) Discrètement situé au cœur du village du Gros Caillou, l’hôtel 7 Eiffel révèlera ses trente-deux chambres ce mois-ci, en septembre 2010. Beige désembourgeoisé, lignes simplissimes et poésie graphique sont les traits majeurs de cet hôtel d’humeur feutrée. Elégant hôtel de la rive gauche parisienne, le 7 EIFFEL accueille ses hôtes selon un luxe contemporain. Un soin tout particulier porté aux détails compose un hôtel au style résolument chic et chaleureux. Décoration sélective et service attentionné sont réunis ici sous le signe de l’exigence. Que ce soit pour des déplacements professionnels ou des envies touristiques, le 7 EIFFEL offre une escapade urbaine raffinée. Au dernier étage de l’hôtel se cache un jardin-terrasse, idéal pour profiter de la vue sur les toits de Paris. Le 7 EIFFEL, en plein cœur du 7ème arrondissement est en accord avec la personnalité bien particulière de ce quartier parisien : élégance discrète et atmosphère vivante. Trois styles de chambres City Un raffinement étudié dans un volume à la fois intime et pratique rend ces chambres idéales pour un séjour business. Le choix de matières nobles définit une décoration stylée et subtile. Premium Une ambiance graphique personnalisée pour chaque chambre invite à une expérience de design raffiné. Spacieuses grâce à leur espace salon, les Premium invitent à se poser dans une atmosphère agréablement inédite. Chambre Open-Space L’élégance de ces chambres d’exception est dessinée sur mesure. Ecrins raffinés, les chambres Open-Space prolongent leur salon d’un balcon, espace privilégié pour profiter par exemple d’un petit-déjeuner en tête-à-tête aux beaux jours. L’hôtel en résumé : 32 chambres et junior suites Salon de petits déjeuners Lounge bar> Terrasse sur les toits Room Service Conciergerie Bagagerie à disposition pendant tout le séjour Parking à proximité Espace de séminaires à proximité Service de blanchisserie Air conditionné Internet haut débit et wifi gratuit Mise à disposition d’ordinateur portable Informations pratiques : Hôtel 7EIFFEL 17 bie rue Amélie 75007 Paris Réservation au + 33 1 45 33 10 01 ou par mail [email protected] Dormir sur le crin L’hôtel Stazione della posta situé dans le village de La Rösa (Vallée Poschiavo aux Grisons) a ouvert ses portes cet été. La particularité de cet hôtel, est sa philosophie qui s’oriente vers l’authenticité et le retour à la nature. L’hôtel se trouve dans un ancien bâtiment du 17e siècle où, à l’époque, les commerçants logeaient pendant que les chevaux de leurs chariots de postes étaient changés. Les chambres ont été refaites dans le style traditionnel et les matelas sont confectionnés avec du crin par Andrea Compagnoni âgée de 82 ans et une des seules Suissesses qui maîtrise encore le métier. Pour les repas, les propriétaires n’utilisent que des produits locaux. L’hôtel dispose de 4 chambres doubles et 4 chambres simples et fait partie du groupe Roughe Luxe. Rough Luxe Experience En savoir plus New Star on Singapore’s Culinary Sky: Acclaimed Swedish Chef Ebbe Vollmer now chef de cuisine of JAAN Singapore, September 2010 – A 5th generation chef from Sweden, Chef Ebbe Vollmer was most recently second-in-command at Gordon Ramsay’s three-Michelin-star signature restaurant on Chelsea’s Royal Hospital Road. New to Asia, Chef Ebbe is set to draw deeply from his Nordic heritage and Michelin-star culinary pedigree to present a rare and idyllic ethos of ‘Essentialist Cuisine’ at JAAN Restaurant. JAAN Restaurant on the top floor of Swissôtel The Stamford, Singapore is celebrated amongst Asia’s most sought-after dining destinations and ranked no. 30 on the highly-covetes S. Pellegrino World’s 50 Best Restaurants List. Born and raised in the coastal region of Malmö, an abundant agricultural centre often referred to as ‘The Pantry’ of south Sweden, Chef Ebbe hails from one the area’s most prominent and respected restaurateur families. At 13, he began with assisting in his grandmother’s and uncle’s kitchens and by his 16th birthday, he had crossed the continent to work for Marco Pierre White at Harvey’s Wandsworth Commons – an iconoclast of London’s emerging restaurant scene in the 1990s. There, he first worked alongside Gordon Ramsay. Returning to Sweden in 2003 as chef-owner of Restaurant Bloom, Chef Ebbe was lauded “The Swedish Gagnaire” by Gourmet Magazine in 2008 and received critical-acclaim by dining authority the White Guide. Chef Ebbe’s personal and culinary philosophies are based on Essentialism. With a ‘less is more’ spirit he finds creative freedom in culinary compositions that reap clear flavours and flawless textures, each effort bound by a fastidious selection of seasonal ingredients chosen from a mere handful of producers globally. Sharing his vision for JAAN, Chef Ebbe describes, “My culinary ethic embraces both quality and passion – from the producers, from my team at JAAN and most of all, from myself. Our pride, therefore, demands full flavour from sprig of herb ordered, an uncompromising quality from each cut of meat accepted by the kitchen, and an unwavering consistency in every dish we plate and serve our patrons.” In welcoming Chef Ebbe to the helm of JAAN, Mr Aiden McAuley General Manager, Swissôtel The Stamford, Singapore and Regional Vice President, Asia Pacific, Swissôtel Hotels & Resorts, said, “My team and I take true pleasure in introducing Chef Ebbe to Singapore and Asia. Chef Ebbe stood out to us for possessing a very natural instinct for cooking and for presenting us with consistently impressive cuisine. Furthermore, his passion for bringing each guest an unparalleled fine-dining experience underscores Swissôtel’s credo ‘A Passion For Perfection’. Chef Ebbe’s experience working alongside the great Michelin-masters of contemporary cuisine including Gordon Ramsay and Marco Pierre White complements his distinct approach to cooking at the highest levels. JAAN has consistently set benchmarks for Asia’s gastronomic scene and with Chef Ebbe now at the helm, we are confident in the team’s abilities to up the ante again, as it has done many times in the past, and to continue Equinox Complex’s pioneering efforts in the lifestyle, culinary and entertainment arena.” JAAN Restaurant Part of the prestigious Equinox Complex located within Swissôtel The Stamford, JAAN Restaurant presides over stunning views of Singapore’s dynamic city skyline, 741 feet above ground at Level 70. Renowned for its world-class cuisine and exceptional service, JAAN has received innumerable awards for excellence, serving a Distinctive distinctive menu of neo-classic, essentialist cuisine crafted by Chef de Cuisine Ebbe Vollmer from Sweden. *Ranked No. 4 Best Restaurant in Asia by The Miele Guide 2009/2010 *Ranked No. 39 on the S.Pellegrino World’s 50 Best Restaurants List 2010 Swissôtel The Stamford, (www.singapore-stamford.swissotel.com) Singapore Conveniently located in the heart of Singapore, Swissôtel The Stamford, Singapore is a deluxe hotel that boasts a prime Singapore location amidst the diversions of the Raffles City shopping complex, just 20 minutes away from Singapore Changi International Airport. Southeast Asia’s tallest hotel, Swissôtel The Stamford offers a luxurious range of 1,261 guestrooms and suites with a wealth of amenities, as well as panoramic views of Singapore, Malaysia and parts of Indonesia. It boasts an impressive array of 16 restaurants and bars, including the Equinox Complex, Singapore’s most exciting dining and entertainment complex. The hotel also houses the 70,000-sqft Raffles City Convention Centre; comprising 27 meeting venues with technologically advanced business facilities and services. Europe’s future lies in the oceans With a 89,000 km long coastline, Europe is a maritime continent which derives huge societal benefits from its seas and oceans. Coastal regions host almost half the population of EU countries with a sea border. To consolidate and reinforce the sustainable use of its marine waters and to meet the grand challenges and opportunities of the future, Europe has developed holistic policies, including the Integrated Maritime Policy and its environmental pillar, the Marine Strategy Framework Directive. To support the implementation of these policies Europe will need to invest more in marine research and technology. The Ostend Declaration, a statement that will be prepared and discussed by Europe’s marine science experts and policy makers at the occasion of the high-level EurOCEAN 2010 Conference in Ostend (12-13 October 2010), will outline the research and policy needs for the next decade. More than 50% of Europe’s territory consists of seas and oceans. Half of the global oxygen production is derived from ocean phytoplankton and oceans are the main drivers of the Earth’s climate. On top of that, many growing economic sectors rely on the seas for transport, extraction of living and nonliving resources, energy-supply, tourism, etc. Only with a substantial amount of high-quality research and technology will Europe be able to cope with the growing pressures on our seas and oceans, and to take advantage of the opportunities they present in a sustainable way. According to Maria Damanaki (EU-Commissioner for Maritime Affairs & Fisheries): “It is increasingly clear that maritime policy has very wide implications and a real potential to fuel sustained recovery and growth across Europe and the world. Our goal has to be to create jobs and to foster growth in an environmentally friendly manner”. Climate change European marine waters are already affected by climate change. Two thirds of the commercial fish stocks in the North sea have moved northwards over the last 25 years. “As a result of climate change and ocean acidification one thing is certain: in 50 to 100 years time, our marine ecosystems are going to be very different from those we know today… the scary thing is, we do not know how different” (Professor Michael Thorndyke, Royal Swedish Academy of Sciences). This is also very much the case for our knowledge of marine microorganisms, which we now know play a critical role in regulating the cycle of carbon and nutrients in the oceans, but remain largely unstudied. Marine observations and data are now more essential than ever for monitoring the rate and scale of environmental change. There are clear economic benefits: it is estimated that a 25% reduction in uncertainty in future sea-level rise will save 100 million EUR annually in European coastal defences. Marine biotechnology: food security, environmental and human health Europe is a major consumer and the world’s number three importer of fishery and aquaculture products. The annual output of the European fish processing industry amounts to 23 billion EUR, or three times that of the catch sector. Whereas globally marine and inland aquaculture production is quickly catching up with capture fisheries (now representing about 50% of the food-fish production), EU aquaculture production is much more static at a level of 1.3 million tonnes of fish, shellfish and crustaceans, generating a turnover of 3.2 billion EUR and supporting 65,000 jobs. “It seems we have the knowledge and tools to manage fisheries sustainably, but this will help the rising demand for seafood only to a limited extent. Better knowledge on how to develop sustainable aquaculture of marine organisms is needed to help feed a growing world population”, states Dr. Ole Arve Misund (Institute of Marine Research, Bergen). The oceans and seas have a high potential for discovery of bioactive compounds, given the rich and unique marine biodiversity. More than fifteen such compounds from marine organisms are currently in clinical development for novel drugs and several marine-derived drugs and nutraceuticals are already on the market, mainly for the treatment of cancers. Future health issues can also arise from eutrophication with land-borne nutrients. Harmful Algal Bloom (HAB) events have increased over the past decades along the European coasts, leading to an increase of related illnesses and economic losses in the fisheries and aquaculture sector with a total estimated cost to the EU of more than 627 million EUR/year. True interdisciplinary approaches will be required to address further economic and environmental degradation. Maritime transport The same conflict between growth and increasing demand and sustainability holds for the maritime transport sector. Today, almost 90% of external freight trade in the EU is carried by the seas, and around 3,500 million metric tonnes of cargo and 350 million passengers pass through Europe’s ports each year. However, this growing sector produces large amounts of carbon dioxide, nitrogen and sulphur oxides, representing 4.5% of global emissions. Here too, research and technology could be a significant drivers towards the development of safe, sustainable and efficient waterborne transport operations, of crashworthy vessels, with low emissions and enhanced maritime security. Energy & marine spatial planning By 2050, 15% of European electricity could be provided by wave, tidal, thermal and osmotic resources. On top of that, offshore wind power will avoid the emission of 100 Mt of CO2 by 2020. The installation of these new devices requires, among other things, careful marine spatial planning (MSP). However, “While the advantages of MSP become rapidly acknowledged, few recognize the shortcomings of current MSP initiatives. Research will need to focus on the fact that the latter are not set up to allow and adequately measure the performance of management actions, and that little research is already available on how to apply MSP in areas beyond national jurisdiction, an area that covers 45% of the globe”, says Dr. Fanny Douvere (Coordinator of the World Heritage Marine Programme, UNESCO, Paris). Experts call upon Europe to urgently build a marine observation network that “with a free access to real-time data will generate revenue for business and government, new products, and a leading role for European research and development” (Prof. Peter Haugan, Director Geophysical Institute, Bergen). They highlight the need for more research and knowledge on the deep-sea and its sub-seafloor. “Europe should play a leading role in addressing issues of sustainable ocean management and explore some of the deep-seated geological processes that drive seafloor ecosystems and resources” (Prof. Achim Kopf, MARUM Research Centre, Bremen). “The backside of the moon is still better known than the 70% of our planet which is covered by oceans. In order to meet the challenges of the next decade, major investments in marine science and technology are necessary. The future of the oceans is the future of mankind” (Prof. Peter Herzig, director Leibniz Institute of Marine Sciences IFM-Geomar). The top priorities for marine and maritime research will be summarised in ’Navigating the Future IV’, a position paper that will be published by the Marine Board of the European Science Foundation (ESF) in Autumn of 2011. The content of this visionary position paper will be discussed by Europe’s leading experts at the occasion of the EurOCEAN 2010 Conference in Ostend (12-13 October 2010). Top-speakers will present a state-of-the-art overview of the major topics and will shed light on what Europe needs for its “blue future”. The EurOCEAN 2010 Conference will build upon the tradition of earlier EurOCEAN conferences in Galway (2004) and Aberdeen (2007), and will bring together leading European scientists, European, national and regional policy makers, marine science programmes and representatives of a wide spectrum of marine and maritime stakeholders. The Conference will be attended by two EU Commissioners: Máire Geoghegan-Quinn, EU-Commissioner for Research & Innovation, and Maria Damanaki, EU-Commissioner for Maritime Affairs & Fisheries. Máire Geoghegan-Quinn (EU-Commissioner for Research & Innovation), who will present a closing keynote speech summarises the importance of marine science and technology: “Overfishing, pollution and the effects of climate change have dramatically affected the marine environment, putting fragile ecosystems at great risk. Sea level rise, coastal erosion and extreme events threaten our coasts. However, with focused research and innovation, we can address these challenges and maximise the potential of our natural resources”. EurOCEAN 2010 (www.eurocean2010.eu) is a Belgian EU Presidency event, organised in close cooperation with the European Commission and the Marine Board-ESF. Flanders Marine Institute EurOCEAN 2010 VLIZ – InnovOcean site Wandelaarkaai 7 8400 Oostende, Belgium Tel. +32-(0)59-34 21 30 – Fax +32-(0)59-34 21 31 [email protected] www.eurocean2010.eu Palma de Majorca: First Costal Destination to Implement UNWTO Energy Initiative UNWTO and the Town Council of Palma signed today an agreement establishing Palma as the first pilot costal destination to join the Hotel Energy Solutions (HES) project. Over the coming months, the twenty five participating hotels in Palma de Majorca will test the beta version of the HES e-toolkit, a specialized online tool enabling them to assess their current energy needs and prioritize investment in energy. The agreement, signed by UNWTO Executive Director, Márcio Favilla, and the President of the Palma Municipal Tourism Institute (IMTUR), Ms. Joana María Borràs, represents a recognition and contribution to Palma’s effort in building a sustainable destination. This UNWTO-led initiative aims to help small and medium sized hotels across the European Union to increase their use of energy efficiency and renewable energy. Palma’s commitment to environmentally friendly tourism was confirmed when it became the first city to implement the UNWTO Davos Declaration on Tourism and Climate Change – urging the tourism sector to adopt sustainable practices – through its campaign, ‘Palma, Responsible Tourism’. “We are delighted to join hands with Palma in its major undertaking of renewing itself as a sustainable tourism destination of the highest level. Palma will be the first coastal destination to join the HES project and this is no surprise given its commitment to a strong sustainability agenda” said Mr. Favilla. “Thanks to the Hotel Energy Solutions project, hotels in Palma will be able to reduce their operational costs while increasing competitiveness, promoting sustainability and mitigating the sector’s impact on climate change,” said Ms. Borràs. Palma de Majorca, one of Europe’s major coastal destinations, will join three other HES pilot destinations covering mountain, urban and rural destinations: Haute-Savoie (France), Bonn (Germany), and Strandja (Bulgaria). The HES project aims at increasing energy efficiency in the European Union small and medium hotels by 20% and the use of renewable energy by 10%. The HES e-toolkit will permit participating hotels to assess their energy use and decide on the most advantageous technology investments. Investment in energy efficiency and renewable energy technologies can deliver significant returns, while reducing hotels’ carbon footprint. The e-toolkit will be made available free of charge at the beginning of 2011 to all accommodation units registered with the project. UNWTO invites all European Union accommodation proprietors to join the Hotel Energy Solutions initiative by providing their details on the project’s website:www.hotelenergysolutions.net. More information on the UNWTO Davos Process: http://www.UNWTO.org/climate/index.php More information on Sustainable Tourism: http://www.unwto.org/sdt/index.php Ma rules out cross-strait ties following Hong Kong model President Ma Ying-jeou reaffirmed the sovereignty of the ROC and said cross-strait relations will not follow the mainland China-Hong Kong model. “The ROC has been a sovereign, independent country since its establishment in 1912,” Ma said, adding that there can be no comparison with Hong Kong, which is a special administrative region subject to Beijing’s one country, two systems policy. The president made the remarks during an interview published by U.S.-based The Christian Science Monitor Sept. 8. Although Hong Kong is self-ruled and enjoys a high degree of autonomy, the reality is that it “must bow to the will of one country,” Ma said. “This model can not apply to cross-strait relations.” In terms of the cross-strait sovereignty dispute, the president said as this will not be resolved in the near future, his administration has made it a priority to maintain the political status quo across the strait. Citing a recent Cabinet-level Mainland Affairs Council survey, Ma said the public favors this policy and he will stick with it while working to improve Taipei-Beijing ties. “This approach is conducive to enhancing Taiwan’s participation in international affairs.” On the issue of the Economic Cooperation Framework Agreement forcing Taiwan to rely overly on mainland China, Ma said the government put measures in place during negotiations to reduce such a risk. cross-strait “The text of the agreement contains no politically compromising content,” he said. “In all we do, we strive to put our people’s interests first, maximize opportunities, and minimize risks.” (JSM) Publication Date:09/10/2010 Source: Taiwan Today By Elaine Hou Belangrijkste nieuwigheden bij Neckermann voor winter 2011 Gent, vrijdag 10 september 2010 – Het winteraanbod 2010-2011 van Neckermann heeft weer heel wat nieuwigheden, zowel voor exotische vakanties naar de zon, wereldreizen, vakanties naar de USA, Canada & Bahama’s, cruises, citytrips, dichtbij als wintersport. Hieronder alvast meer informatie over de grootste nieuwkomers voor komende winter. 1. Snowblend Deze winter lanceert Neckermann een volledig nieuw wintersport concept: Snowblend, een all in mix van sport en plezier. Het basispakket bestaat uit: vervoer per autocar (optioneel), accommodatie (in logies alleen of in half pension), skipas, gratis ski- of snowboardlessen (voor kids: tijdens de schoolvakanties), kinderopvang van 9u tot 21u (tijdens de schoolvakanties) en animatie door het tweetalig Snowblend team, zoals cava Snowbar en een Testlab met de nieuwste materialen. Men kan een Snowblend vakantie boeken in Frankrijk (Les Deux Alpes en Val Thorens, van 18/12 tot 24/4) en in Oostenrijk (Kirchberg, van 22/1 tot 17/4). Prijsvoorbeeld: vanaf € 699 pp/week in half pension inclusief skipas, ski-of snowboardles, animatie & autocar in Les Deux Alpes 2. Sri Lanka Vanaf deze winter vliegt Neckermann wekelijks vanuit Brussel rechtstreeks naar Colombo met TUI Airlines Belgium. De klanten kunnen opteren voor een strandvakantie op Sri Lanka of op de Malediven of kunnen strand combineren met cultuur en natuur. Neckermann biedt een zevendaagse Classical Ceylon-rondreis aan waar men kennis maakt met de prachtige natuur en cultuur. Nadien kan men deze rondreis combineren met een strandverlenging op Sri Lanka of op de Malediven. Prijsvoorbeeld: Classical Ceylon rondreis (7 nachten): € 1334 per persoon, afreis 6/11 (boek voor 1/11) 3. Nieuwe luchthaven La Romana – Dominicaanse Republiek Vanaf deze winter kunnen de klanten kiezen voor een vlucht naar La Romana, de nieuwe luchthaven die door Neckermann wordt aangevlogen, naast Punta Cana en Puerto Plata. La Romana, aan de zuidkant van de Dominicaanse Republiek, ligt op slechts 20 km van Bayahibe. Dit zorgt ervoor dat de hotels in Bayahibe vanaf nu makkelijker bereikbaar zijn. De transfer van de luchthaven naar de hotels wordt hierdoor ingekort van 2 uur naar 20 minuten. 4. Scherpe prijzen voor iedereen Neckermann staat ook deze winter garant voor de beste prijs/kwaliteitsverhouding. Voor klanten van ALLE leeftijden hebben we talrijke voordelen. Zo zijn er voor iedereen aantrekkelijke vroegboekkortingen op alle bestemmingen en gratis nachten bij citytrips, weekendje dichtbij, vliegvakanties en exotische vakanties. Vele hotels bieden bovendien ook superkortingen voor kinderen. Bij Neckermann hoeft men niet te wachten tot z’n 55ste verjaardag om van mooie kortingen te genieten.