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Olivari newsletter: Transportation service for the association of Olive Oil Producers from Island Krk “Drobnica”

Raquel — Thu, 02 Feb 2012 15:34:09 +0000

TRANSPORTATION SERVICE FOR THE ASSOCIATION OF OLIVE OIL PRODUCERS FROM ISLAND KRK “DROBNICA”

At the beginning of December we have provided transportation for the Association of olive oil producers from island Krk (Croatia), called “Drobnica”.
They are an association of olive oil producers and olive plantation owners which produce high quality extra virgin olive oil from hand picked and cold pressed olives.
Together with Associations of olive oil producers from Istria (Croatia) and Slovenian coast they are participants in a project which is sponsored by the EU and takes effort to protect and preserve bio diversity, prevention of polution and quality control of the olive oil.
As a coach owning company it was our pleasure to take part in this project which is based on ecology and bio diversity, and to give a new meaning to the term eco traveler.
Even though it includes some off road driving through roads which are not intended for coach, our drivers don’t mind the hard work as it includes a day in the nature, and seeing our coach inside an olive trees plantation, always brings a proud smile on our faces.

The annual RDA-Workshop in Cologne (17th to 19th July 2012)

Raquel — Tue, 31 Jan 2012 16:18:10 +0000

http://www.rda.de/RDA-Workshop-Detail.163+M5fb29a111ae.0.html

Coaches are still the safest mode of holiday transport

Raquel — Tue, 31 Jan 2012 15:53:08 +0000

Coaches are still the safest mode of holiday transport. This has been confirmed once again by the latest TÜV-Bus-Report (German Association for Technical Inspection). More than 80 percent of vehicles examined became the TÜV sticker straight away, a far higher percentage than for cars and for lorries. Failings, when detected, were often not of a very serious nature, e.g. headlight settings. Only 0.1 per cent of coaches examined were declared unsafe for road traffic, i.e. 25 out of 50,000 vehicles. The RDA International Coach Tourism Federation concludes that the high levels of coach safety are a direct result of coach sector safety initiatives over the past couple of years. Brake defects were rarely discovered by the TÜV. This is good news. Corrosion in body work was mostly discovered in coaches over ten years old and here in less than 5 percent of vehicles examined. RDA President Richard Eberhardt stated that he very much welcomed the fact that the TÜV 2011 Report confirmed that coaches are still – as before – the safest mode of holiday transport.

Vikingbus is chosen as official operator for the 2012 EU Presidency

Raquel — Mon, 30 Jan 2012 15:59:32 +0000

First half 2012 the EU Presidency is held by Denmark and Vikingbus has already transported Ministers and Officials for meetings and dinners.
One of the coach requirements from the Danish Ministries involved in the logistic planning is environmental correct coaches and same outlook. Meaning colors, logos and models the same. Being the largest bus network operator in Denmark Vikingbus can fulfill these coach requirements in the Capital as well as all other parts of Denmark.

http://eu2012.dk/da

Cartour Spain was promoting GPN in FITUR 2012

Raquel — Sun, 29 Jan 2012 23:12:34 +0000

Fitur, the International Tourism Trade Fair, celebrates its 32nd edition from 18 to 22 January 2012.

Fitur is a meeting point for tourism professionals in which they can establish lines of action, strategies and business alliances to energize and consolidate the tourism business, innovating to answer the changing demands of the market.

At the last edition,confirming the trend towards recovery in the industry, 10,434 exhibiting companies from 166 countries/ regions and 209,260 visitors between tourism professionals and the general public, met during Fitur to transform leisure into business and business into development for those destinations that welcome millions of travellers. Moreover among the participation figures of note was the presence of 7,726 journalists from 59 countries, a turnout that demonstrates the importance of FITUR on the international circuit of tourism sector fairs.

Blaguss Austria

Raquel — Sun, 29 Jan 2012 22:36:49 +0000

Tons of snow in Austria, some skiresort have more than 5 m of snow. check out our new image movie for our product ski4free. the easy way for school kids to learn skiing

Read Nascotour Egypt last Newsletter

Raquel — Sun, 29 Jan 2012 21:41:40 +0000

Discover Egypt Newsletter | Issue 8
Egypt much more to see, much more to live..

Follow Nascotours on linkedinMost people who think of Egypt use to think of antiquities, Egypt offers much more. Egypt also offers nature and desert treks, golf, great scuba diving and fishing and birding expeditions. One may choose to relax on the wondrous Egypt Red Sea or Sinai coasts, take in the high culture of Cairo, or even enjoy a golf holiday. This month Nasco Tours takes you to a safari trip in the Red Sea to discover the best dive area in Sharm El Sheikh and Dahab, offer you a small trip in Cairo for just one night including the best touristic area, introduce the best hotels of Egypt which you can stay on it, give you the rest of information about the Alexandria Port, givving you the highlights of Egypt’s near future and much more…

http://www.nascotours.com/includes/video_egypt.html

VDL Bus & Coach Wins Contract With Rabobank Cycling Team

Raquel — Mon, 28 Nov 2011 06:31:54 +0000

PRESS RELEASE
2 VDL coaches for Rabobank Cycling Team
On 19 October 2011, VDL Bus & Coach BV and Rabo Wielerploegen BV signed a four-year collaboration contract. As part of the agreement, two Jonckheere luxury coaches have since been delivered to the Rabobank Cycling Team. These coaches will provide exceptionally comfortable transport to each stage and are outfitted to provide the cyclists and support staff with every possible convenience.
Jonckheere JSV-134
Both Jonckheere coaches have a length of 13.4 metres and are completely customized to meet the stringent requirements of the Rabobank Cycling Team. The vehicles are superbly suited to provide the cyclists with the care they require during the competitions. Among other features, the design includes a relaxation room with luxurious armchairs and audiovisual equipment, a kitchen fitted with all the modern conveniences, along with showers and a changing room. A powerful generator provides air conditioning and power when the coach is not running. The extra large baggage compartment even includes a washing machine so the bike clothing can be washed while on the road, and the extra high floor provides space for up to eight bicycles below.
Rabobank Cycling Teams
The Rabo ProTeam is the top class of the Rabobank Cycling Teams. The ProTeam, with 27 professional cyclists, participates in competitions such as the UCI World Tour and has already been among the world elite for fifteen years. Together with the Continental Team and the former junior team, the ProTeam has achieved more than 1,750 victories.
VDL Bus & Coach
The core activities of VDL Bus & Coach consist of the development, manufacturing, sales and after-sales service of a wide range of buses, coaches and chassis modules and the purchase and sales of second-hand buses as well. VDL Bus & Coach although one brand, produces a range of buses and coaches to suit various transport environments within the global market. Manufacturing takes place in the Netherlands and Belgium. VDL Bus & Coach places aspects such as quality, safety, durability, comfort, low maintenance costs, low fuel consumption and the environment in high regard. Sales of VDL Bus & Coach products take place through a worldwide network consisting of corporate-owned sales offices, importers and agents in more than 30 countries. This makes it possible to offer custom-made transport solutions. For after-sales service and maintenance, the client can count on rapid, hassle-free assistance from VDL Bus & Coach employees in any of the many service locations. An expansive distribution network ensures that spare parts and accessories are delivered to the requested destination as quickly as possible. Through utilization of the knowledge, expertise and strength of the individual bus companies, VDL Bus & Coach has grown to become one of the largest bus producers in Europe.
VDL Groep
VDL Bus & Coach is part of the VDL Groep. VDL Groep, with its head office in Eindhoven, is an international company focused on the development, production and sales of semi-manufactured products, buses & coaches and finished products. In total, the group, with more than 7,700 employees, consists of 79 subsidiaries spread over 16 countries. The strength of the VDL Groep lies in the mutual co-operation between the companies.

Hampton Jitney, GPN’s member, sponsor of the inaugural Dan’s Taste of Two Forks

Raquel — Tue, 02 Aug 2011 03:51:40 +0000

Hampton Jitney, GPN’s member in the Hamptons, was a proud sponsor of the inaugural Dan’s Taste of Two Forks in July. The event, which brought together top chefs and winemakers for a showcase event benefitting local food pantries, attracted the likes of Mark Feuerstein, star of the USA Network show Royal Pains. A few months ago, Royal Pains had one of Hampton Jitney’s buses wrapped to promote the show. Now Hampton Jitney is happy to share a photo of Mark Feuerstein in front of the wrapped coach at the Dan’s Taste of Two Forks event!

Hampton Jitney Featured in Season Premiere of “Royal Pains”

Raquel — Wed, 29 Jun 2011 03:24:47 +0000

Hampton Jitney, International Motor Coach Group’s New York Area/Hamptons member, will be featured in the season premiere of USA Network’s Royal Pains, which airs Wednesday, June 29 at 9 p.m. Eastern time. Read more about the show and the season premiere here: http://www.usanetwork.com/series/royalpains/?__source=msn|royal+pains|Brand|M_RoyalPains3.0&sky=msn|royal+pains|Brand|M_RoyalPains3.0

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