Summit will showcase cuisine's tourism importance IAN STALKER This country's Culinary Tourism Alliance says the importance of great opportunities for tourists to break bread in Canada shouldn't be underestimated. Alliance president Rebecca Mackenzie told a recent TIAC webinar that attractive dining...
Jordanian resort destination earns plaudits for environmental initiatives IAN STALKER A Jordanian Red Sea resort destination is becoming increasingly green. Aqaba, known for sunny weather and water sports options, is receiving recognition for environmental preservation initiatives, with the Aqaba...
Andean retreat is near site known for its condors IAN STALKER El condor pasa at times very close to those visiting a prime vantage spot in the Peruvian Andes for those wanting to see the massive bird and guests of a new area retreat are being invited to view it as it soars by. PUQIO — which...
ANN RUPPENSTEIN From being the person who handles everything in the event of a travel emergency to building up years of knowledge as a trusted destination and resort expert, travel advisors work diligently behind the scenes to make sure that their clients have the vacation of a lifetime. In...
Royal Caribbean's private island in the Bahamas now as an exclusive area for adults ANN RUPPENSTEIN A new adults-only area is now open at Perfect Day at CocoCay, Royal Caribbean’s private island in the Bahamas. Hideaway Beach features a private beach with picturesque amenities like a beachside...
The resort report: what's new in the hotel world ANN RUPPENSTEINChecking out the latest hotel and resort news from fresh renovations to brand new or upcoming properties to entice your clients. Secrets Playa Blanca Costa Mujeres Secrets Playa Blanca Costa Mujeres,...
Uganda to add another US$100 per trek on July 1 IAN STALKERTour operators that send people on Ugandan gorilla treks say that Uganda's recent decision to raise the price for tourists wanting to see the large primates shouldn't be seen as a significant price hike and add that the added cost will amount...
Sheralyn Berry on her new role with HX, growing the team in Canada, hot new destinations and the scoop on how to get on a FAM trip to the Galapagos ANN RUPPENSTEINWith a new brand identity in place, HX continues to build momentum in Canada with a growing team in place to support...
Deadwood is by no means dull story/IAN STALKERDeadwood, South Dakota, is actually kind of a lively place. Those visiting the town can drop in at Saloon No. 10, the site where Wild Bill Hickock — a legendary name in Western American history — was fatally shot while playing cards, reports Andy...
Insiders list their preferred watering holes in Cuba’s capital city story/IAN STALKERSo just where should you bend your elbow when in Havana, a city renowned for its bars and the distinctly Cuban drinks that they have created? Well, the answers undoubtedly lie with people who work in Cuba's...
