A cross-cultural “no borders” exchange between US-based land owners, Native American tribal leaders, government representatives and park conservationists and their counterparts from Namibia will gather in September in Montana to share ideas on how tourism fits into their respective ideologies and onto their lands. Delegates will meet with property owners, managers and government officials to …
For the 2013 Eastern Mediterranean sailing season, Louis Cruises has unveiled a new itinerary – an 8-day/-7night “Greece and Turkey” cruise program – which introduces two new destinations in the Aegean, the island of Chios and the island of Symi. The new Greece and Turkey program presents cruise travelers with a full day in Istanbul, …
El Secreto Resort is sharing its secret with the world with its official opening set for October 1, 2012 and a special four-night opening package starting at $1,670. Tucked away in its own private beachfront enclave on Ambergris Caye, 11 miles north of San Pedro Town, Belize, El Secreto is an exotic escape within a …
Voyager, Voyages of Discovery’s new ship, is gearing up for its inaugural journey to South America this winter. The 540-passenger ship will be undergoing its final refurbishments in Portland Port, United Kingdom beginning on Nov. 1, in advance of its Dec. 4 maiden voyage. The ship, formerly the Alexander von Humboldt, was purchased by All …
With the cooperation from Bhutan Tourism department, Druk Air and Air India, Exotic Journeys Group is offering a deluxe FAM trip to the Himalayan regions of Bhutan and Sikkim. Arrival Date in Delhi (India): September 7, 2012 Departure date from Delhi: September 19, 2012 Highlights: This two week long deluxe FAM tour will meet in …
Energized by K-POP’s and K-Dramas’ increasing popularity, the market for short and mid-term Korean language training has significantly increased. The Korea Tourism Organization and the Institute for International Education affiliated with Kyunghee University jointly launched a tourism package named “Fun Korean Lesson Trip” (FKLT), connecting Korean lessons and a home-stay program. The FKLT is designed …
Some 30,000 inhabitants of Tabata-Bima in rural Tanzania have ready access to fresh drinking water in their village following the completion of the ‘Water for Life’ borehole project promoted by water aid charity Just a Drop and sponsored by Corinthia Hotels. Just a Drop collaborated with St Mary’s Foundation in Tanzania to construct boreholes to …
Sun Island at Lake Titicaca has been chosen among the top 10 recommended destinations for travel by the National Geographic website for summer 2012. The editors emphasize the mythological significance of the place, the Inca ruins and the Great Stone Steps, the Fountain of Youth and the sacred rock Chinkana. They also praise the experience …
As the Convention & Culture Partner of ITB Berlin 2013, Azerbaijan will be providing a link between Asia and Europe with a varied programme. Located between the Caspian Sea and the Caucasus, this country is attending ITB Berlin to introduce its natural attractions and rich culture, as well as to promote itself as vacation destination. …
Friendly Planet Travel announced today its new fully escorted 10-day Classic Israel tour. Explore the country’s most significant and impressive sites, including Jerusalem, the Dead Sea, Tel Aviv, and more, on their program that includes flights from the U.S. and well-located luxurious five-star hotel accommodations. Friendly Planet Travel’s Classic Israel tour includes round-trip airfare from …