Travel News
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U.S. State Department Updates Colombia Travel Warning
The U.S. Department of State has issued an updated travel warning reminding U.S. citizens of the dangers of travel to Colombia, despite a recent influx in U.S. travel to that country. Read More
By Brian Major
February 21, 2012 10:32 PM -
PATA to Present “Building Business” Conference in Malaysia
The Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) will organize the 2012 PATA Annual Conference (PAC2012) hosted by the Ministry of Tourism, Malaysia, and Tourism Malaysia. Read More
February 21, 2012 10:22 PM -
Cancun to Host LGBT Marketing Event in September
The International Expo & Business LBGT will hold the Latin American marketing event targeting the LGBT (lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender) in Cancun, Sept. 6 to 9, 2012. A business-to-consumer expo event will take place on the last day of the trade show. Read More
February 21, 2012 10:17 PM -
Dominican Republic Tourism Launches Promotional Campaign
The Dominican Republic Ministry of Tourism launched a multi-channel promotional campaign incorporating print, online and broadcast media focusing on attractions, destinations, activities and services available to travelers. Read More
By Brian Major
February 19, 2012 9:17 PM -
PATA to Host Indigenous Tourism Conference in Darwin
PATA is communicating with its members and travel industry colleagues concerning a new growth trend called indigenous tourism. PATA Next Gen is co-organizing the inaugural Pacific Asia Indigenous Tourism Conference (PAITC). Read More
February 19, 2012 9:12 PM -
Taiwan Promotes Natural Resources with Green Events
Taiwan was recently named by Lonely Planet as one of the “Top 10 Best Countries to Visit in 2012. Read More
February 19, 2012 9:07 PM -
Salinas, Calif., to Host Annual Steinbeck Festival
On May 3 to 6, the National Steinbeck Center will present the 32nd Annual Steinbeck Festival, in collaboration with The Woody Guthrie Centennial, a worldwide celebration with the Grammy Museum and the Woody Guthrie Archives. Read More
February 19, 2012 9:01 PM -
Tourism Cares Set to Debut Global Outreach Program in Peru
Tourism Cares, the nonprofit travel industry organization formed to preserve the travel experience for future generations, launched a new Global Outreach program with a five-day program in Peru. The program is designed to bring members of the travel industries of North America and Peru together in a series of events to explore best practices to help preserve natural, cultural and historic sites in Peru. Read More
By David Cogswell
February 17, 2012 3:07 PM -
Berlin Sets Visitor Record with 22 Million Room Nights
In 2011, an estimated 10 million visitors spent 22 million room nights in Berlin, putting it among Europe’s top three (behind London and Paris and ahead of Rome) in city tourism and setting a new record for the city. Read More
By James Ruggia
February 16, 2012 10:36 PM -
Bermuda Tourism Unveils “Tee for Free” Golf Package
The Bermuda Department of Tourism’s “Tee for Free” package is offering visitors who book a minimum of four nights two free rounds of golf and a $100 spa credit at participating island properties. Read More
February 16, 2012 10:32 PM
Today's Top Stories
- What’s Wrong With This Picture?
- Viking River Cruises Delays Christening for Two of Four Newbuilds
- Amadeus Study Examines Consumers’ Online Travel Shopping Behavior
- Costa Concordia Confirmed Death Toll Rises to 25 with 7 Still Missing
- Vail Resort to Buy Kirkwood Mountain in Lake Tahoe for $18 Million
- MGM Resorts Sees Better Fourth Quarter, Full Year Results
- Disney Fantasy in the Spotlight
- Costa Concordia House Hearing Scheduled for Feb. 29
- Frankfurt Airport Controllers Strike to Disrupt Travel Through Feb. 24
- Merged Thompson-Joie de Vivre Rebrands as Commune Hotels & Resorts
- Cruise Analyst Farley Finds Cruising Ticket Prices Still Holding Firm
- Norwegian Sets Partnership to Rock on the High Seas
- Silversea Offers Significantly Reduced Fares, High Onboard Spending Credits
- Dollar Thrifty Reports Record Fourth Quarter, Full Year Profits
- Boyd Gaming Reports Small Net Loss for Fourth Quarter
- TripAdvisor Survey Shows U.S. Hotels Are Optimistic About 2012
- PwC Releases "Customer Experience" Roadmap to Help U.S. Airlines
More Destinations News
- Lower Manhattan Sets Record in 2011 with 9.8 Million Visitors
- Zambia in Spotlight with Swimsuit Issue, Soccer Title
- Ashkelon, Israel, Plans New Performing Arts Center
- Portland, Seattle to Host Two Nation Travel Trade Show
- Tourism Fiji Seeks Designer for New Global Website
- Britain Names Victoria Beckham Ambassador for New Tourism Campaign
- Caribbean Overnight Arrival Numbers Rose 3.3 Percent in 2011
- Jamaica Visitor Numbers Hit by Decreased Airlift, Mild East Coast Weather
- U.S. Travel Association Criticizes Tax Hikes Targeting Travelers
- Los Angeles CVB Hires Brandman Agency for PR
