The World Food Travel Association (WFTA) announced a new program to develop a world-wide network of consulates and embassies, augmenting its current network of more than 80 ambassadors. “ACE” stands for “Ambassadors, Consulates & Embassies.” Consulates and Embassies function like chapters of the Association, but without the financial oversight and strict legal attachment to the …
Karisma Hotels & Resorts announced winners from the 7thAnnual Gourmet Inclusive Vacation Consultant Awards and Sales & Marketing Forum. Each year, the event honors the industry’s top performing travel professionals. Some of the most significant honors awarded included: Top Growth Gourmet Inclusive Vacation Consultant by region, Top Selling Home-Based Agent in the U.S. and Canada, …
Jamaica was voted World’s Leading Wedding Destination at the World Travel Awards (WTAs) Grand Final Gala Ceremony on Saturday, December 6 in Anguilla. This was the first time the World Travel Awards included the category of World’s Leading Wedding Destination, and Jamaica competed against other popular destinations including Dubai U.A.E., Las Vegas, U.S.A., Saint Lucia …
Delta Vacations have announced new flight options and new savings for travel agents booking vacation packages to three of Mexico’s Pacific coast resort destinations. Delta Air Lines is introducing new nonstop service from Los Angeles (LAX) to Mazatlán, Manzanillo and Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo. The seasonal flights begin December 20. online pharmacy buy nolvadex online with best prices …
On November 20, Mr. Dario Flota, Director of the Riviera Maya Convention and Visitors Bureau and Mr. Carlos Ulibarri, CEO, Grupo BT Brands + Travel, officially launched the second edition of #NEXT Travel Trade Exchange. The event will take place May 11-14, 2015 at the Barceló Maya Beach hotel, in Riviera Maya. Given the positive …
On December 5, 2014 the 20th edition of MITM Americas, Meetings & Incentive Travel Market and 6th edition of CULTOURFAIR, International Cultural Travel Fair, ended with great success in the city of Puebla, Mexico. More than 250 participants from 39 countries participated in the fair, which saw thousands of business appointments generating an estimated business …
The Resort at Pedregal announced that it is targeting a soft reopening on January 31, 2015. The Five Diamond resort has been closed temporarily for renovations following Hurricane Odile. “Thanks to the hard work and diligence of both our outstanding staff and wonderful teams helping us reimagine the Resort, we look forward to welcoming our …
Playa Hotels & Resorts announced the appointment of Alexandre de Brouwer as General Manager for Hyatt Ziva Puerto Vallarta, which is scheduled to open this month. The new all inclusive resort is at the site of the former Dreams Puerto Vallarta, and is the culmination of an approximate $20 million expansion, renovation and repositioning that …
Travelers visiting Fiesta Americana Grand Coral Beach this holiday season can celebrate in style with activities and amenities for families of all ages. The hallmark five-story Christmas tree that commands the lobby each year is renowned and the highlight of the festive ambiance throughout the resort. The tree glows with 30,000 lights and 3,000 ornaments, …
Vida Vacations announced that its resort partner, Vidanta, has recently opened the new pool area and Kid’s Club at its signature Grand Luxxe luxury resort at the Vidanta Nuevo Vallarta location. The newly appointed pools feature a free form pool with swim up bar and half-moon shaped whirlpools set against the beautiful backdrop of Banderas …