Puerto Vallarta and Riviera Nayarit work together to promote region IAN STALKERPuerto Vallarta and Riviera Nayarit have again staged their annual border-crossing show that showcased two destinations seen as providing noticeably different vacation experiences, and nearing three decades of teaming...
Green matters in Southeast Asia BEATRICE ANG Conservation and sustainable travel were leading issues at the 2024 Asean Tourism Forum (ATF), held in Vientiane, Laos this year. Presentations by countries in the Asean collective indicated that the region is now getting down to the business of making...
Ahoy amigo! Puerto Vallarta yacht cruises feature friendly staff IAN STALKERThose who set sail with Puerto Vallarta-based Vallarta Adventures may get a little yachting 101 pointers. The tour company's offerings include daytime, multi-hour motorized yacht cruises to a secluded beach, and the company’s...
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. The Elandra at Mission Beach Following a fresh facelift, The Elandra...
Flair Airlines’ CEO Stephen Jones talks The Flair Effect and what to expect in 2024 BOB MOWATFlair Airlines’ CEO Stephen Jones recently provided a ‘state of the union’ style briefing on the ultra-low-cost carrier’s performance in 2023; its achievements in the area of sustainability; its economic...
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...
