WTTC warns Brazil must work to improve tourism performance

WTTC warns Brazil must work to improve tourism performance Brazil cannot rely on the FIFA 2014 World Cup and the 2016 Olympic Games to stimulate international visitors World Travel & Tourism Council president David Scowsill has warned in a wide ranging speech on the issue. Scowsill explained: “Tourism is making a major contribution to that exciting economic growth, but there remains much to be done with infrastructure build and marketing...

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New private car excursions with Crystal Cruises in 2013

New private car excursions with Crystal Cruises in 2013 Due to guest demand, beginning this spring, Crystal Cruises’ luxury travelers have a new and flexible private option for exploring Europe: their own car and driver, with local, English-speaking guide.  The new private car or van offerings allow singles, couples and small groups (8 maximum) to fully customise time ashore upon arrival.  While Crystal is launching the program...

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Turkish Culture & Tourism Office UK is event partner for first Istanbul INN London

Turkish Culture & Tourism Office UK is event partner for first Istanbul INN London The Turkish Culture & Tourism Office UK will be the event partner for the first-ever INN London, held on 12-15 April, which will focus exclusively on Turkey’s cultural capital of Istanbul. Running over four days this April, INN London will reveal what makes Istanbul unique, from its contemporary art and architecture, to its fashion, food, drink and...

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Springtime for Charlotte! 10 reasons to fly there now

Springtime for Charlotte! 10 reasons to fly there now Many a traveler moves through Charlotte; fewer stick around. For some, it's just a busy hub airport, visited occasionally while taking advantage of US Airways' often reasonable fares to other places. We know it as an important financial capital, we know it's not Charleston, or Asheville, or any other popular destination located within striking distance. Why stick around and get...

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AMERICA’S GREAT OUTDOORS: Statue of Liberty to Reopen by July 4th

AMERICA’S GREAT OUTDOORS: Statue of Liberty to Reopen by July 4th March 21, 2013  Statue of Liberty to Reopen by July 4th Repairs Progressing on Docks, Energy Infrastructure, and other Facilities Damaged by Hurricane Sandy Secretary of the Interior Ken Salazar announced that the National Park Service expects to reopen the Statue of Liberty to visitors by July 4, 2013, after repairing the extensive damage to Liberty Island caused by Hurricane...

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The Top 5 Reasons Why Jamaica is the Best Caribbean Island Vacation

The Top 5 Reasons Why Jamaica is the Best Caribbean Island Vacation Jamaica Jamaica Map Travel Review      A lot of people have claimed that Jamaica would be the best Caribbean island to visit, hands down. Jamaica vacations are jam-packed with beautiful attractions and the warmest people. This is why most travellers and jet-setters would list Jamaica as one of the best Caribbean...

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Honeymoons in Tahiti

Overwater Bungalow Honeymoons in Tahiti Nothing says dream honeymoon like an overwater bungalow in Tahiti. Here are three options, from splurge to steal. Overwater Bungalow Bliss What could be more romantic than shacking up in an overwater bungalow? Throw in the breathtaking setting of Bora Bora in Tahiti and you've got the recipe for a dream honeymoon. We found three options, from splurge to steal, where you can...

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Top 10 spring destinations for 2013

For most students, spring break means sun, beach, fun and non-stop partying. For others, spring break is a time to travel and discover new parts of the world. There is no reason why these two objectives cannot be combined. You can have fun with your friends while discovering different parts of the world, different cultures and a different perspective on things. Take a look at the top ten spring destinations for 2013. 10. Paris and...

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What to see in Dubai

Old Dubai Al Ahmadiya School, Deira. Built in 1912, this was Dubai's first school and has now been nicely restored. It would be a stretch to call the exhibits of old reed pens and diplomas fascinating, but they've tried pretty hard, and if nothing else, the air-con and clean toilets may come in handy. Free entry. Bastakiya District. One of the last remaining pockets of Old Dubai, home to many reconstructed buildings in the traditional...

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