Necker Island has joined its sister properties Kasbah Tamadot and Ulusaba Private Game Reserve in supporting ‘Pack for a Purpose’, a community based project which is supported by hotels & resorts in 56 countries around the world. ‘Pack for a Purpose’ provides travelers with up to date information regarding the supplies needed in the community …
Rosewood Beijing, the first China hotel for Rosewood Hotels & Resorts, will open mid-October 2014 and travelers to Beijing can discover all Rosewood Beijing has to offer with the “Time to Discover” special opening package. Passing between the towering Sons of Dragon statues guarding the entrance and arriving at a foliage-filled courtyard is designed to …
The Charlottesville Albemarle Convention & Visitors Bureau (CACVB) is inviting travelers to enjoy several planned festivals and events this fall. September starts with a bang with the 2nd edition of Lockn’ – Interlocking Music Festival in Arrigton, Virginia, September 4 – 7. Featuring headliners such as Tom Petty & the Heartbreakers, The Allman Brothers Band in their …
Couples or families seeking to escape to Belize will want to consider Villa Verano, a luxury home and boutique hotel all in one located in Hopkins, providing personalized service and genuine hospitality. Villa Verano’s new all-inclusive packages are each tailored to suit the needs of honeymooners, families and adventure enthusiasts who are looking for a stress-free …
For those planning a vacation this fall or winter, the island of Jamaica is an exciting escape filled with diverse events and festivals. Pulsating with reggae music and live entertainment, Jamaica’s festivals offer travelers insight into the island’s culture, music, sports, and culinary scene. “Jamaica has a yearlong calendar of events,” said Jamaica’s Director of …
The Board of Directors of the Tourism Development Company of Trinidad and Tobago Limited (TDC) have announced the appointment of Keith Chin as the organization’s new Chief Executive Officer, effective August 4, 2014. “It is a pleasure to be given this opportunity to serve my country in this capacity and I look forward to working …
The Miss U.S. Latina Pageant will return to the Dominican Republic for its 26th edition, this time to take place at the Barceló Bavaro Beach Resort in Punta Cana. The finals and coronation will be held on August 30 at the Gran Teatro Bavaro. The event itself will begin on August 24 with the arrival …
One&Only Resorts has been named one of the world’s top three hotel brands in Travel+Leisure Magazine’s World’s Best Awards 2014. One&Only Palmilla in Los Cabos was listed as one of the best 100 resorts in the world as well as one of the top 10 in Mexico. One&Only Ocean Club in The Bahamas and One&Only …
The Africa Travel Association (ATA) announced that a high-level tourism delegation from the Uganda Ministry of Tourism, Wildlife and Antiquities under the auspices of Honorable Minister Maria Mutagamba will participate in a North America promotional road show with stops in Los Angeles, Atlanta, Washington, D.C., New York, and Toronto (Canada) in early September. The road …
Air Mauritius has been awarded the 4-star professional quality rating by airline and airport consultancy SKYTRAX on July 8, 2014. The award was presented to Air Mauritius chairman Appalsamy (Dass) Thomas, and the CEO, André Viljoen by Skytrax chairman Edward Plaisted at a ceremony held at the Swami Vivekandanda International Convention Centre. André Viljoen, who …