Merger would create one of the world's largest airlines

South American carriers LAN and TAM say their planned merger will create one of the largest airlines in the world.

The new carrier would be called the LATAM Airlines Group. Together, LAN and TAM now serve over 115 destinations in 23 countries. “Based on our three-year history of codeshare partnership and our prior cooperation in procurement and maintenance activities, we are confident that we will be able to successfully integrate our companies and benefit our clients,” the carriers say. “If the merger is approved by regulators, we will become a stronger and faster-growing airline than we are today.”

Mexicana Airlines suspends its operations indefinitely

Mexicana Airlines halts flights worldwide

Mexicana airlines shut down all flights on Saturday, marking at least a temporary disappearance from the skies of one of the world's oldest air carriers.


Some airlines offered preferential deals to Mexican passengers scrambling to find alternatives, but many were baffled by how to get home. The loss of Grupo Mexicana flights eliminated much of the air service to many Mexican cities.

"In the face of the serious deterioration of the company's finances and given the impossibility of reaching agreements to ensure the future viability of the company's operations, we have been forced to temporarily and indefinitely suspend operations," according to a recording played on the company's Mexico City contact number.

The company vowed to seek ways to resume operations at an indefinite time in the future.

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Koh Samui is the second most popular island destination in Thailand

Koh Samui is Thailand's third largest island off the east coast and is now the second most popular island destination in Thailand, after Phuket. An oasis of natural beauty, with its white sandy beaches, dazzling coral, luscious lagoons, picturesque waterfalls, swaying coconut trees and crystal clear water.

The Renaissance Koh Samui Resort & Spa, perched on a hill that gently slopes towards the blue sea features deluxe room accommodations with private whirlpool and spacious terrace.

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Tag Approved® Accommodations with convenience and comfort

These hotels are TAG Approved® and Marriott invites gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender (GLBT) travelers to experience the warm hospitality, convenience and comfort which comes standard with a Marriott getaway.

With Vacations by Marriott you can explore the world's great cities, magnificent coastlines, the finest beaches as well as enjoy a variety of affordable vacations in popular destinations.

Our packages include the finest Marriott hotels, with spacious hotel rooms and accommodations in some of the world's top vacation destinations.

Marriott takes pride in our 100% ranking on the Human Rights Campaign's Corporate Equality Index. We are committed to diversity with respect to our guests, employees and shareholders.

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Bangkok Luxury Hotel Packages with 2 FREE nights

A visit to Bangkok will give you the chance to experience this amazing city of contrasts.

Book five nights and get two more free!

Bangkok, Thailand's capital, is renowned for its amazing temples and palaces, bustling markets and large department stores.

This spectacular city features two luxury Marriott properties.

Bangkok Marriott Resort and Spa, near the city center has every 5 star facility that you could wish for. Although with its classical Thai arthitecture, tropical gardens and cool breezes it offers the tranquility of a resort.

Or rise above the crowd and meet the newest member of the Marriott family. Rising over Bangkok's premiere shopping and business district, The Renaissance Bangkok Hotel Ratchaprasong is a perfect retreat for those wishing to escape the ordinary and discover everything that Marriott and this fabulous city have to offer.

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Family Golf Festival with FREE Golf and instruction

A FUN day of FREE golf activities for the family.

Marriott's Family Golf Festival is a one day family golf event, designed to encourage families and children to learn and play the game of golf together. Family Golf Festivals are taking place worldwide throughout the year and includes:

Doral Resort, Miami - October 30, 2010
JW Marriott Starr Pass Resort, Tucson - November 21, 2010

How It Works:
Families are invited for an afternoon of FREE golf instruction, clinics, fun activities, interactive golf games, family golf programs, a chance to win a variety of prizes, and more.

In addition, after 3:00 p.m., families and children can play golf for free as part of Marriott Golf's Kids Golf-4-Free program.

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U.S. Travel Launches Site for Gulf Coast Updates

The U.S. Travel Association has launched GulfTravelUpdate.com, a portal site that centralizes links to up-to-date travel and recovery information on Alabama, Florida, Louisiana and Mississippi—the states directly affected by the BP oil spill.

GulfTravelUpdate.com includes links to traveler information from federal, state and local sources, plus oil spill news coverage and a map featuring the spill's impact on Gulf shores from media partner USA Today. Deals and special offers for travel to the Gulf Coast region are also available

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