http://www.cititravel.es Noticias RSS Cititravel http://www.cititravel.es/noticia.asp?id=85 After 6 years in construction, we are pleased to announce that on March 15th, 2010, Malaga will open its new Airport Terminal, T3. The building, designed by the architect Bruce S. Fairbanks, is 250,000 square metres and is divided into three parts: the "processor" building, with 86 new check-in desks, the transportation hub and the new dock D, with 20 boarding gates. This extension to Malaga´s airport will increase the flow of passengers to 9,000 per hour and 30 million passengers a year. Once passed security control, in the 18,000 square metre commercial area, you´ll find the first National Geographic boutique in Spain and the amazing Ferrari Boutique. There´s also an enormous choice of eating establishments including Malaga´s own chef Dani Garcia´sMichelin star rated) "La Moraga Airport" restaurant. Malaga´s second runway will be opening during the next few months and a new train station will complete this new project. Mon, 01 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.cititravel.es/noticia.asp?id=82 For the 6th year in succession Cititravel is a finalist in the category "Best Destination Management Company" at the prestigious Meetings & Incentive Travel Industry Awards event 2010 and is part of the top four in our category. Meeting and Incentive Travel Magazine is one of the most influential and widely-read professional publications within the UK's MICE Industry. Every year, coinciding with the Confex trade fair, M6IT magazine recognizes excellence within the industry by hosting a special awards evening. Mon, 01 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.cititravel.es/noticia.asp?id=83 Cititravel DMC has, for many years, been aware of representation companies´ huge importance around the world. In 2010, we decided to reinforce our presence in Europe and in the African continent by signing three new agreements with representation companies: Moulden Marketing and Destination Sport in the United Kingdom and Lu Dowell Representations for South African market. These new co-operations are in addition to existing ones with Five Star Filler and First Choice Marketing for the UK market, and World Marketing Group and Compass Consulting for, respectively the North American and Russian market.   Mon, 01 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.cititravel.es/presentacion.asp?id=84 Sotogrande has an unrivalled location: in the very South of Spain, close to the Strait of Gibraltar, where the Mediterranean Sea converges with the Atlantic Ocean. Its easy to fall in love with this area given the ideal climate and the spectacular vistas both over the coast and inland. But this area has also all the ingredients essential to a successful event... Discover it, you will be fascinated! Mon, 01 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.cititravel.es/noticia.asp?id=81 After a two and a half year absence the America's Cup comes back to Valencia with the keenly anticpated duel between the Alinghi and BMW Oracle teams. The 33rd edition will start on February 8th, 2010. If you are interested in organising an event based around one of the most famous regattas in the world, then don't delay contact our Valencia Office where our team will give you all the necessary information! vlc@cititravel.es Phone: 0034 963 533 838 Fri, 01 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.cititravel.es/noticia.asp?id=80 The city of Malaga paid tribute to its most famous son, Picasso, with a Museum. The Picasso Museum, situated in the heart of Malaga, has one of the most complete collections of the famous artist. We can, of course, organise for you a memorable private visit with cocktail, but this place is not only a museum. It is also the perfect venue to organise an unforgettable reception in the patio or a meeting in one of the function rooms or in the auditorium, up-dated with the latest technologies and with a capacity of 172 delegates. The Picasso Museum is the place which really combines art, gastronomy and meeting.   Tue, 01 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.cititravel.es/noticia.asp?id=79 Ronda is the Andalusia's fastest-growing town, but retains much of its historic charm. The city is renowned worldwide for its dramatic views, "El Tajo" gorge and the 18th century "Puente Nuevo" which straddles the 100m gorge. There's also an unknown side of Ronda which richly deserves to be discovered its wineries. Numerous vineyards stretch into the valley surrounding the city offering amazing landscapes and the grapes grown there produce award-winning wines. The Pinot Noir 2008 from the "Bodegas Cortijo Los Aguilares" was awarded the Grande Médaille d'Or the highest award from the Mondial du Pinot Noir 2009. Chosen from over a thousand wines from twenty-four countries, this prestigious award for Los Aguilares brings the area true recognition of its product and will hopefully entice wine-lovers from all over the world to come and discover the "Sierra de Malaga".   Thu, 01 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.cititravel.es/noticia.asp?id=78 Molino Real, inaugurated end of August 2009, combines a spectacular architectonic design with an ideal space for your events. It's a complex with four waterwheels from XVI century, national cultural heritage, renovated to offer you 4 spaces, totally independent and perfectly communicated, equipped with the latest technology. Its gardens, 20.000 square meters, crossed by Arabic water channel, will take you back in time. A new, atypical and bold setting for your events.   Tue, 01 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.cititravel.es/noticia.asp?id=77 The new Terminal 1 will be the most important one for Barcelona airport with more than 80% of flights due to operate from there. The new T1 is a large, bright and airy space designed with people in mind and with a clear objective: functionality. The passenger is placed centre stage in this new terminal: an infrastructure of more than 544,000m² in which close attention has been paid to every detail to guarantee maximum levels of comfort and convenience. Barcelona airport is committed to providing business facilities of the highest quality: T1 has an business centre of over 2,500m² which includes a gym, hair salon, lounge areas and four VIP suites. In total, there are more than 6,000 square metres reserved for fully equipped VIP lounges. Additionally, the Internet can be accessed from anywhere within the terminal through a Wi-Fi network which the airport provides for its users. Novel features in the airport include a spa and other personal care services available for passengers. T1 has been designed to be much more than an airport with the specific intention of making your journey through the airport as enjoyable as possible.   Sat, 01 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.cititravel.es/noticia.asp?id=76 The first edition of this Tennis Open will be unique as it will take place in the City of Arts and Sciences of Valencia, from November 2nd to 8th, 2009. The brand new space "Agora", designed by the architect Santiago Calatrava, will host the fast surface central court with a capacity for 6,500 spectators. This event will be hosted with pazazz and customary "Valencian style". There will be many others events running alongside the tournament, which itself will have two evening sessions where the public can experience some of the world's the best tennis combined with dining and night life at the spectacular City of Arts and Sciences.  Wed, 01 Jul 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.cititravel.es/noticia.asp?id=75 Malaga, a new booming destination, is already known for offering all the requisite facilities for successfully hosting conventions and incentives. But we cannot ignore that Malaga is also a port which is presently undergoing a huge expansion program which will accommodate the largest cruise liners.   Some of the world's most important cruise liners already dock in Malaga and the forecast for 2009 is excellent: 306 requested stops with an estimated 450,000 passengers. Malaga, although an emergent port, is the second largest in the Peninsula the largest being Barcelona.    Cititravel is hugely supportive of the Port of Malaga initiative as, indeed, we are for other Spanish ports.   We have a dedicated Cruise Division to assist you during your stay by providing excellent ground handling services in all the Spanish ports.   Our network of offices throughout the Spanish peninsula and islands include:   • Barcelona: serving the Port of Barcelona • Madrid: not a port city, but Spain's major airport hub • Balearic Islands: serving the ports of Ibiza, Mahon and Palma de Majorca • Valencia: serving the port of Valencia and Alicante • Canary Islands: serving the ports of the Canary Islands • Malaga: serving the ports of Malaga, Motril, Algeciras and Gibraltar • Seville: serving the port of Cadiz   Our current level of cruise involvement is reflected in the following approximate figures relating to passenger numbers handled within the last year:   • Passenger changeovers 268,000 arrivals and departures • Excursions 30,000 participants • Accommodation bookings 40,000 room nights contracted   These figures relate to passengers handled between our offices in Barcelona, Majorca, Tenerife, Malaga and Valencia.   Mon, 01 Jun 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.cititravel.es/noticia.asp?id=74 The 2010 Champions League final will be held at the Bernabéu, home to the team that has won Europe's top club competition on more occasions than anyone else, Real Madrid. The Spanish stadium has hosted the final three times, most recently in 1980, and was battling for this honour with Wembley and the Olympiastadion in Berlin. It can hold just over 80,000 people and will surely be filled to capacity come May 2010. Fri, 01 May 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.cititravel.es/noticia.asp?id=73 Reinventing new sophisticated meetings & work spaces in historical buildings. A classic building of the architects Domenech I Mansana houses now a state of the art Loft in the upper floor. The space is multifunctional and perfectly equipped for any imaginable event, meeting or conference. The building is located between La Barcelona Quarter and Via Laietana Street. The area is known as Born and without doubt on of the most fashionable districts of Barcelona, offering a wide range of culture and leisure: the best design bars and restaurants, unique boutiques, museums, galleries, theatres...  Fri, 01 May 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.cititravel.es/presentacion.asp?id=72 Everybody knows Malaga as the capital of the Costa del Sol. However, it is not just the Costa de Sol's capital, it is also an ideal place for culture, congresses and gastronomy. It is better value for money than other cities with numerous flights arriving to Malaga from many places worldwide. Fri, 01 May 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.cititravel.es/noticia.asp?id=69 2009 brought to Seville the successful opening of the underground train system in the city and an ambitious renewal of its historic centre by removing traffic and making one of the widest pedestrianized monumental areas of Spain. The squares, the lanes around its beautiful Cathedral and Seville´s romantic narrow streets are now a quiet zone to stroll around, with plenty of terraces and open spaces for pedestrians. Wed, 01 Apr 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.cititravel.es/noticia.asp?id=70 Together with these appealing changes in the physiognomy of Seville, new hotels and restaurants have opened in 2009 and increase the City´s offer of intense Spanish flavours. In February, High Tech launched a new boutique hotel in Seville´s centre: the Petit Palace Canalejas, a beautiful 4 star superior in the heart of the city52 bedrooms). Wed, 01 Apr 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.cititravel.es/noticia.asp?id=71 26th March 2009 was the date of an amazing opening party of one of the icons of Seville, the former Hotel Melia Colón, which has become a top Gran Melia Colón 5 star GL. The Spanish chain has made an integral refurbishment affecting rooms, dining rooms, meeting facilities, decoration, front desk, etc. in order to run a diamond among the hotels of Andalusia, with more than 150 rooms. Wed, 01 Apr 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.cititravel.es/presentacion.asp?id=66 Some people will say that Tenerife is the "star" of the Canary Islands. Whether it is or not, it offers without doubt endless treasures for visitors. You will discover a wide range of facilities: first class hotels combining eco-responsibility and new venues, with stunning views to the ocean. Wed, 01 Apr 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.cititravel.es/presentacion.asp?id=65 Barcelona is an evergreen on the MICE market and has to maintain its status. It's a city in constant evolution, always offering something new, different, and above all, the trendiest places. Sun, 01 Mar 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.cititravel.es/noticia.asp?id=62 Cititravel SA has been nominated as a finalist in the 2009 Meetings & Incentive Travel Industry Awards in the category of "Best Destination Management Company 2008"- what a great achievement to make the top four in our category. Meetings and Incentive Travel Magazine is one of the most influential and widely-read professional publications within the UK's MICE industry. On an annual basis, coinciding with the Confex trade fair, M&IT magazine recognises excellence within the industry by hosting a special awards evening. Sun, 01 Feb 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.cititravel.es/presentacion.asp?id=64 We want to keep you updated with the latest news from our capital, Madrid. New 5* hotels, special art exhibitions... The perfect way to know better than anybody what's happening in the city. Sun, 01 Feb 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.cititravel.es/presentacion.asp?id=63 Valencia burst onto the Formula One calendar in 2008 and immediately established itself as one of the most exhilarating and must-see events of the season.The brand new harbour-side street circuit is a firm favourite of the drivers.  Located in Valencia's recently-revamped marina area, the track is 5.473 kilometres long and boasts top speeds of over 300 km/h and average speeds of around 200 km/h. The layout of the innovative track is challenging too, with 25 bends11 left and 14 rights) to test the drivers to the maximum. Plan your business events around the Formula One schedule and give your clients or employees exclusive access to the captivating thrill of a Formula One event. It is an unparalleled way to maximize opportunities, offer incentives, network and forge lasting professional relationships. Thu, 01 Jan 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.cititravel.es/presentacion.asp?id=53 Barcelona has become an evergreen on the Mice market, a city constantly competing with other big cities like London, Paris and Rome. Excellent flight accessibility from all over the world, a wide selection of large and small hotels, several conference centres and auditoriums and without any doubt, the number one destination in Spain. Our Barcelona office has been open since 1992, with the same highly professional staff that have been with us since the beginning. Rosa Maria Jubert, director and partner of Cititravel and based in our Barcelona office since the very beginning, recently received the Award Medal for Tourism in CataluñaLa Medalla del Turismo de Cataluña) presented by the Council of Catalunya in recognition of her dedication and continued efforts in the promotion of tourism in Catalunya. Wed, 01 Oct 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://www.cititravel.es/presentacion.asp?id=54 Are you looking for a new destination? Then look no further. The Costa de la Luz, a 45-minute drive from Seville and close to the Portuguese Algarve, has it all. There are a huge number of reasons to visit, not least the excellent flight accessJerez, Seville or Faro, Portugal), the amazing hotels, many of which are new constructions and the area itself golden sandy beaches backed by dunes and pine forests. Add to this, extremely competitive rates and we think you’ll agree that the Costa de la Luz makes an ideal, unique and new destination for conference or incentive trips. There’s the added benefit of being able to mix business with pleasure. Mon, 01 Sep 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://www.cititravel.es/presentacion.asp?id=51 In the sombre, mysterious light of the Atlantic, at the western end of Europe, there lies a green country facing the ocean. Located to the south of the Celtic Sea, in the north of the Mediterranean area, Galicia has forged a culture in the crossroads of these two worlds. To the north of Portugal, in the north-west of Spain, there is a small country barely three hours by car from north to south brimming with contrasts and surprises at every turn in the road; we Galicians like to say that every house is a world, that every stone has a history and that in every plant there is a natural space. Here we have a country with an endless stock of experiences. Tue, 01 Jul 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://www.cititravel.es/presentacion.asp?id=52 Madrid is Madrid and do not need any additional presentation!! However many people are of the opinion that Madrid is an old-fashioned city, a monumental city and it is, but nowadays it’s also a fashion and design city full of talent and madness, creativity and freedom.. Tue, 01 Jul 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://www.cititravel.es/presentacion.asp?id=50 Estepona. This name is still today an interesting enigma because nobody up to now has been able to describe its meaning. But we can tell you what Estepona is Estepona is the new competitor to Marbella the new GOLDEN Mile of the Costa del Sol 21 km of coast line, an old town which has kept the typical architecture of a village of Andalucía with balconies overflowing with flowers, a town converted into a high standing tourist centre thanks to its magnificent beaches, which boast the blue banner, and a great marina ideal to practice nautical sports and fishing. The Jewels of the hotel industry are already here Ritz-Carlton Crowne Plaza Kempinski and very close to Estepona you have Spain's best golf course Valderrama. Sun, 01 Jun 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://www.cititravel.es/presentacion.asp?id=49 Richard Ford, an English traveller during the 19th century, said of Marbella “It is a beautiful town with a beautiful name”. Today, a couple of centuries later and fully blossomed to a tourist resort of world-wide fame on the equally renowned Costa del Sol, Marbella is much more.. It is a privilege for its inhabitants, a gift for its visitors and an invitation to all that have not yet been lucky enough to experience Marbella. An extensive network of hotels, restaurants, bars, beachclubs, discotheques, flamenco stages, bullrings, art galleries and a casino of high international acclaim are sure to satisfy the most demanding taste and inclinations. Thu, 01 May 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://www.cititravel.es/presentacion.asp?id=47 The romantic and ever popular city of Seville. Antonio Gala, one of Spain’s most internationally renowned poets once remarked: "The worst thing is not that the people of Seville think that they have the loveliest city in the world. the worst thing is that they probably have”. Whether or not it´s the loveliest city in the world or not, it is without doubt a unique city which offers something for everyone. Tue, 01 Apr 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://www.cititravel.es/presentacion.asp?id=48 There is much more to Spain than its mainland. Beautiful islands are to be found in the Mediterraneanthe Balearics) and a thousand kilometres from the mainland in the Atlantic Ocean at the south coast of Morocco The Canary Islands, offering a unique mild climate all year around. The Canary Islands consists of a group of seven small islands, all beautiful, but one in particular is considered the “star” of the archipelago: TENERIFE. Sat, 01 Mar 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://www.cititravel.es/presentacion.asp?id=44 Valencia is the third largest Spanish city where huge investments have recently taken place and transformed it into a dynamic, modern and ideal place for incentives, conferences or congresses Fri, 01 Feb 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://www.cititravel.es/presentacion.asp?id=43 A working Spanish city with 700,000 inhabitants and a world apart from the famous coast line its just 7km from Malaga´s International airport. The hotels are first class excellent for meetings and smaller congresses. Prices are extremely competitive. Excellent shopping areas. The FABULOUS Picasso museum. Huge variety of restaurants serving international, national and local cuisine Tue, 01 Jan 2008 00:00:00 GMT