The Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) has announced the election of W. Scott Supernaw, Tauck, Inc., as Chairman of the Executive Board of PATA. Mr Supernaw replaces Joao Manuel Costa Antunes who has served as Chairman of PATA since April 2012 and will become PATA Immediate Past Chairman. Mr. Supernaw is a founding member and …
A Kerala Village Theme is being planned for KTM, which is being held at the Samudrika Convention Center September 18-20, 2014 in Kochi. Adding a plethora of responsible elements, the village life presents a wide range of opportunities for the tour operators to create itineraries based on the Kerala Villages. The Mart will also showcase …
Euromic, a leading global destination management company, is now on board IT&CM India 2014. Euromic’s Executive Director, Christophe Verstraete, noted that India is the third fastest growing global economy and is well positioned for an un-paralleled development within the travel and tourism sector. As Indian companies look for business opportunities around the world, outbound business …
After a successful decade serving local DMC’s in the UAE market, Desert Gate is expanding its range of services to a full-fledged Destination Management Company (DMC) providing full service premium experiences “Par Excellence”, starting with its new office opening this month in Dubai. Innovative programs have been put in place for family holidays that go beyond …
Japan National Tourism Organization’s (JNTO) monthly statistics announced on July 23 reveal that the number of U.S. travelers to Japan in June was 87,900, which is the highest monthly number ever recorded. The U.S. market has been sending a steady number of visitors to Japan in the past decade, including after the earthquake and tsunami …
Hotel Indonesia Kempinski, Jakarta, has just launched Sweet Boutique by Kempinski, a confectionery shop bringing together the finest ingredients from Indonesia and the rest of the world. Showcased in a stylish atmosphere, the Sweet Boutique by Kempinski showcases chocolates, macarons, sweets and cakes arrayed like gems. The Sweet Boutique caters to the city’s ever-increasing demand …
Coco Collection has announced the appointment of Paul Vincent Benedict Brown as the General Manager of Coco Privé Kuda Hithi Island, the private island retreat comprising of one split-level master residence and 5 guest accommodations, an infinity pool, a private Jacuzzi, dining room, library, bar and gym. Mr. Brown will oversee the operation of Coco …
The Oman Convention and Exhibition Centre’s (OCES) general manager Trevor McCartney said he is delighted with the professionalism, knowledge and skills of the venue’s latest recruits. “This center is one of the country’s pillar projects and I’m confident that the team we’re presently assembling will contribute to Oman’s economic diversification by attracting some of the …
Fiji Airways recently introduced its Paradise Pass, a domestic air pass that allows travelers to fly within Fiji on as many flights and segments as they want for one low, all-inclusive price of 9. The Paradise Pass can be used to visit the towns and islands of Fiji, including Vunisea on Kadavu Island, Nadi and …
Maduro Dive Fanta-Seas, a leader in dive travel, is offering dive packages to nearly 40 countries worldwide. Currently there are over 225 resorts and adventure operators along with 50 liveaboard dive vessels in their “Select Dive Destinations” program. Maduro is currently offering a discount on their 7-night Red Sea Egypt package starting from $1699. The …