Dominica, a spectacular green island of rugged mountains, lush rainforests and rushing rivers in the Eastern Caribbean, is offering travel professionals the opportunity to become Dominica destination specialists and master specialists. Agents who complete the complimentary training to become Dominica specialists are eligible for: – Agent rates with Dominica accommodations, attractions and operators that are …
Richard Doumeng, president of the Caribbean Hotel & Tourism Association (CHTA), has appointed Jose Antonio Rivera Campos, vice president of development for AMResorts in Cancún, as a regional vice president responsible for outreach on behalf of CHTA in the Mexican Caribbean, Dominican Republic and Puerto Rico. “Engaging the Spanish-speaking Caribbean on a deeper level …
Blue Residences, the first upscale condominium resort to open on Aruba’s Eagle Beach in 20 years, broke ground on March 3, 2014 when it officially welcomed its first guests. The property debuted its first tower – consisting of two five-bedroom penthouses, four three-bedroom penthouses, 12 three-bedroom units and 24 two-bedroom units, totaling 42 units …
“He was an adoring husband to Deepak. A dotting father to Rajeev & Rohit and their wives Deepali & Ruchi. He spoilt the kids Rohan, Rishab, Diya & Tara the way only a grandfather could. He was the best friend a person could have, standing by in thick & thin. He was a tough and …
Busch Gardens is springing into another season of fun this week with a sham-rocking celebration just in time for St. Patrick’s Day. Travelers can enjoy holiday-themed refreshments as they join the party in the park’s Irish village and get 20 percent off a purchase of $40 or more at Emerald Isle Gifts. There is also …
Kevin Froemming, Executive Vice President and Chief Marketing Officer, Playa Resorts Management (‘Playa’) has announced the appointment of Howard Tanenbaum as Global Director of Group & Retail Sales for Playa Resorts Management. Mr. Tanenbaum joins Playa from his position as President of Expedia CruiseShipCenters OVC. In his new position he will oversee Playa’s North American …
Both beginner and veteran scuba divers can enjoy a spring Scuba Dive vacation package deal offered at The Sands at Grace Bay. By partnering with Ocean Vibes LTD, the resort is offering a weeklong “Surf & Turf” themed vacation package that features a discounted luxury resort stay and daily scuba dive excursions to breathtaking sights …
Zambia is sometimes described as “Safari 2.0”—a next-level destination for experienced Africa hands who’ve grown jaded on other, more developed places. That may be true, but it’s also an excellent choice for first-timers. Why? Few other safari destinations have such reliably great game viewing and combine so many different ways to take it all in. …
Amid threats of a snowstorm and frigid temperatures, travel professionals and the public came out for the 11th annual The New York Times Travel Show. Held at the Jacob K. Javits Convention Center from February 28th through March 2nd, the show is the largest trade and consumer travel event in North America. For the three-day …
Karibu Ethiopia Tours offers travelers a chance discover one of the most colorful customs, a multi-cultural nation whose varied heritage is reflected in its ceremonies, faiths and languages. Ethiopia is situated in the North-Eastern horn of Africa Equidistant between the Equator and the Tropic of Capricorn. Its area is 1,112,000 square kilometers with two different …