The resort report: what's new in the hotel world ANN RUPPENSTEIN Checking out the latest hotel and resort news from fresh renovations to brand new or upcoming properties to entice your clients. Nujuma, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve The opening of Nujuma, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve, marks the first...
Proximity means two-nation vacations are easy to do IAN STALKER The Japan National Tourism Organization and the Korea Tourism Organization are together reaching out to those interested in particularly comfortable two-nation tours of Asia.The tourism boards recently held a joint Toronto event dubbed...
From larger budgets for exclusive luxury experiences to expedition cruises, travel agents reveal the latest booking trends ANN RUPPENSTEINTravel advisor Lesley Scharf says this year is the busiest she’s ever been in all of her 28 years in the travel industry.“I have never in my career...
Introducing the Telegrafo Hotel La Habana IAN STALKER Spain's Axel Hotels has opened a Havana property that it says makes it a pioneer in a city that it says is undergoing a noticeable shift in attitudes.Axel's hotels are designed to make LGBTQI+ travellers feel at home and the company now has 18 properties,...
Country is for the bird-watchers story/IAN STALKER photos/MANAKIN NATURE TOURS Our feathered friends have once again given Colombia's tourist trade a boost. Colombia once again came on top of May 11's Global Big Day 2024, which invites birdwatchers to report different bird species they saw on that...
Aberdeen attraction also features contemporary art IAN STALKER Aberdeen, Scotland's Aberdeen Art Gallery has honed the art of promoting Scottish art.The gallery, which has artworks dating back to the 15th century, displays works by international artists but also serves as a showcase for home-grown...
Area beach named after author's boat IAN STALKER A Kempinski resort found off of the north coast of Cuba doesn't hesitate to show appreciation for a literary great who frequented the area over half a century ago.The Cayo Guillermo Resort Kempinski opened in 2020 and sales manager Maidolys Sierra...
Anguilla's runway extension could soon mean direct lift from Canada ANN RUPPENSTEINWith plans underway for a runway expansion in Anguilla, Haydn Hughes, Minister of Infrastructure, Communications, Housing, Utilities and Tourism, said the destination is already in talks with Canadian carriers about...
Jurisdiction is 'America's first resort destination' IAN STALKER Florida's Palm Beach County says it has understandably gotten the hang of providing visitors with enjoyable vacations down pat. The Atlantic Ocean-fronting jurisdiction — which represents some 39 communities — notes it has more...
The resort report: what's new in the hotel world ANN RUPPENSTEIN Checking out the latest hotel and resort news from fresh renovations to brand new or upcoming properties to entice your clients. The Rockley For clients looking for something a little bit different, The Rockley recently opened...
