Destinations
New Hola Sun Brochure Available
Cuba specialist Hola Sun Holidays has released its 2017 brochure. Valid November 2016 - October 2017, the tour operator has packages in nine destinations across the island, with air via Cubana airlines. Destinations include Cayo Coco/ Cayo Guillermo, Holguin, Cienfuegos/Trinidad, Santiago de Cuba, Camaguey/Santa Lucia, Havana, Varadero, Cayo Santa Maria and Cayo Largo. Available product includes ITC packages, land only, air only, car rentals, escorted bus tours, sun/city combos, long stays, specialized programs and Cuba Cruise. All products and services are available to all agents...
Tennis Capital of the Caribbean
Anguilla will become the tennis capital of the Caribbean this fall as the Anguilla Tourist Board (ATB) in partnership with the International Tennis Federation (ITF) and the Anguilla Tennis Academy host the inaugural Anguilla International Tennis Federation Junior Championships from Nov. 12-19. The tournament, which will become an annual event, ensures Anguilla’s place on the ITF Caribbean Circuit, which currently includes both Jamaica and Cayman. The tournament will have two categories, for juniors and seniors. The junior event is expected to attract about 80 players (boys and...
Cosmos Moves Into Asia
The Globus family of brands has unveiled its Asia lineup for 2017 – with even Cosmos getting in on the action for the first time ever. In 2017, the companies will be offering an expanded array of escorted coach tours, convenient pre-packaged holidays for the independent traveller, and exotic small-ship river cruising in Southeast Asia and China. The ancient Chinese art of calligraphy, hand-pulled noodle-making or Vietnamese net fishing are just some of the unique experiences clients can enjoy. Globus’ premium escorted tours are taking travellers further into the Far East with...
South America Savings
Insight Vacations is celebrating the recent launch of its expanded 2017 Luxury Gold South America portfolio by partnering with LATAM to offer travellers special limited time savings. Clients can receive a $500 Economy Class air credit per couple or an $800 Business Class air credit per couple, plus 10% off land, if booked by Sept. 9 for travel between Jan. 1-July 1, 2017. This limited time offer is valid on the following Luxury Gold journeys: Treasures of the Incas; Classic South America; Grand Tour of South America; Quito and Galapagos...
Ashford Castle Unveils New Hideaway Cottage
Ireland's Ashford Castle in County Mayo has unveiled the latest addition to its accommodations, the new Hideaway Cottage, situated on the edge of Lough Corrib. As part of a large renovation project, the estate's former boathouse has been fully modernized, while keeping true to its Irish heritage, to create a luxurious cottage hideaway. The Hideaway Cottage offers maximum privacy for the ideal romantic retreat, while still offering guests access to all of the amenities and services of the Castle and its 350-acre estate. Surrounded by woodland with a 180-degree view over Ireland's...
Crystal Embarks On A Historic Journey
Crystal Cruises is making history this week with Crystal Serenity, in an industry first, embarking on a 32-day journey through the Northwest Passage, the Arctic region north of Canada that was unattainable until just 100 years ago. Following more than three years of planning and preparation, Crystal’s welcomed nearly 1,000 intrepid guests aboard in Seward, Alaska, embarking on what promises to be an experience punctuated with rare wildlife encounters; insightful visits to remote communities; rugged treks on land and icy waters; and immersive onboard enrichment from some of the...
Louisiana Open for Business Despite Flooding
Tourism officials in Louisiana have issued a statement noting that the state remains open for business despite recent historic flooding. The Louisiana Office of Tourism continues to monitor the effects of the recent floods on Louisiana's tourism industry, a vital segment of the state's economy and an US$11.5 billion industry. “As the weather subsides in our capital and southwest regions, we are confident that business will return to usual. We also want to highlight that a majority of the state has not been impacted by this disaster,” said Lt. Governor Billy Nungesser. “We look...
A World Away in Kansai
Living history is getting harder to come by, as some countries trade in their heritage sites for more lucrative real estate opportunities. But then there is Japan, which retains a powerful connection to its history and culture, and maintains meticulous heritage sites throughout the country. This is maybe most evident in Kansai, the central-west region of Japan that is Japan’s spiritual and historic heart. It is anchored by the one-time imperial capital of Kyoto, but is also dotted with numerous sites outside the city that reflect Japan’s history from centuries past. A visit to...