Excursion provider unveils bespoke experiences in the Caribbean and is set to launch an agent loyalty program ANN RUPPENSTEINFrom MINI Cooper tours to sunset catamaran cruises, over the past 15 years Island Routes has made a name in the agency community as a leading tour operator in the Caribbean....
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...
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...
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...
