New Caribbean specialist program launching in June ANN RUPPENSTEIN The Caribbean Hotel and Tourism Association will be rolling out its Certified Caribbean Travel Advisor Expert program this June. The goal of the program, which was first announced during Caribbean Travel Marketplace last fall, is to allow...
Country promoted as more than beaches IAN STALKER Cuban tourism minister Juan Carlos Garcia Granda wants the world's tourists to be aware that Mother Nature has been kind to his homeland. Garcia Granda told delegates to Cuban tourism show FitCuba that Cuba is eager to broaden its tourism base,...
Belize promotes responsible tourism IAN STALKER Belize tourism authorities are determined not to kill the goose that lays the golden tourism egg. The country says it's committed to safeguarding its environment, which has always been a cornerstone of the tourism trade in a country that has large...
Riu Palace Pacifico will be the latest Mexican RIU to be redone IAN STALKER RIU Hotels & Resorts' Riu Palace Pacifico will soon be undergoing renovations, which will make it the latest of the Spanish chain's Mexican properties to get a new look. The hotel — which opened its doors in 2008,...
Seabourn's Steve Smotrys on what's new and why agents should consider expedition cruising Last year Seabourn launched its first purpose-built expedition ship, Seabourn Venture, to rave reviews from guests and travel advisors alike. Now, the luxury cruise line is gearing up to debut a second expedition...
ANN RUPPENSTEIN After two to three years of missed vacations, Ellison Travel & Tours’ Gail Ducharme says travel is now back with a vengeance. “Due to the pandemic and isolation, many families were unable to gather for those special celebrations during the past two years,” she says. “There...
The resort report: what's new in the hotel world ANN RUPPENSTEINA look at the latest hotel and resort news from fresh renovations to brand new properties and noteworthy packages. Zemi Miches All-Inclusive Resort A new resort is coming to the Dominican Republic....
The resort report: what's new in the hotel world ANN RUPPENSTEINA look at the latest hotel and resort news from highly anticipated new openings to fresh renovations. JW Marriott Masai Mara Lodge Clients headed to Masai Mara National Reserve in Kenya can now check...
The resort report: what's new in the hotel world ANN RUPPENSTEINA look at the latest hotel and resort news from highly anticipated new openings to fresh renovations. Bellagio Las Vegas’ iconic Bellagio property is undergoing a US$110 million transformation...
A look at what’s new in the Bahamas IAN STALKERThe Bahamas is marking a major milestone and you're invited to join in the festivities.This summer will see the destination celebrate its 50th anniversary of independence, and tourism stakeholders are ensuring visitors are aware of the year-long...
