by Prof. Efraim Inbar
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY: It is a mistake for Israelis to express support for Bashar Assad’s victory in Syria. Israel should stay out of the Syrian conflict altogether while hoping for the fall of Assad. More
Pope Francis meets with German Chancellor Merkel
Vatican Radio
This morning, Saturday May 18, 2013, in the Vatican Apostolic Palace, the Federal Chancellor of Germany, Angela Merkel, was received in audience by Holy Father Francis. Afterwards, Merkel met with Mons. Dominique Mamberti, Secretary for Relations with States. More
Catholics and Orthodox recall Constantine’s Edict of Milan
Catholic and Orthodox leaders are meeting in the Turkish city of Istanbul this week for a seminar on religious freedom, 1,700 years after Emperor Constantine granted freedom of conscience and ended persecution against Christians in the Roman Empire. More
Lufthansa de-luxe in-flight service for premium guests
Attentive care in First and Business Class with new gastronomic flair. More
ClassNK ReceivesSafety at Sea Award at the Seatrade Awards
Leading classification society ClassNK received the Safety at Sea Award at the Seatrade Awards 2013 held at Guildhall, City of London on 10 May for its efforts to improve the safety of nickel ore carriage. More
ISLANDS Readers Vote Sandals & Beaches Best All-Inclusives
Sun-seekers and beach lovers have flocked to Sandals Resorts and Beaches Resorts throughout the Caribbean in search of one thing—the vacation of a lifetime; a place where they can expect all the luxuries to be included and where they know the service will be top-notch. More
John Torode and Gregg Wallace appointed official taste buds of Heathrow
Two of the nation’s best-known foodies have taken on their biggest taste test to date after being appointed as the official taste buds of Heathrow. More
The “Step by Step” company in Monaco is offering original packages to watch the Grand Prix and enjoy a real F1 experience
Step by Step is a Monegasque events company. The company is offering bespoke packages for the Formula 1 Grand Prix, which is taking place from 24 to 27 May 2013. More
UNWTO & ATM Ministerial Forum welcomes over 25 ministers as second annual meeting emphasises need for aviation and tourism sector synergy
More than 25 ministers took part in the second annual UNWTO & Ministerial Forum at the Arabian Travel Market with delegates sharing their views on how to work together towards long-term aviation and tourism sector growth. More
Jumeirah Group named Best Hotel Brand in the Middle East
As the Arabian Hotel Investment Conference drew to a close and the Arabian Travel Market got under way in Dubai, Jumeirah Group, the global luxury hotel company and a member of Dubai Holding, celebrated a new batch of awards. More