A couple of weeks after ATA’s Congress in Zimbabwe TWN sat down for a post event review with Executive Director Edward (Eddie) Bergman (pictured left). He cited the historic nature of ATA’s choice of the Zimbabwe destination and its successful implementation as the most important accomplishments of the 37th Congress. “We wanted to help …
Members of The Africa Travel Association (ATA) gathered in Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe, May 17-23, to attend educational seminars, network, and focus on recovery at their 37th Annual ATA World Congress. ATA’s historic choice of Zimbabwe as host country came after a 23-year break in the country’s ATA membership. ATA’s 37th Congress launched a return …
The Grand Case Beach Club already offers a variety of amenities for its guests, including the Sunset Cafe, an island boutique, watersports centers and two beaches. The resort is now unveiling a new program aimed to ease visitor concerns during the highly active tropical season – hurricane protection. Grand Case Beach Club has implemented a …
Mexico has a lot of variety for kids, and Mexitours offers new options for children, such as their “Wonderful México” and “Fun Mexico” programs. Options for families traveling with kids include: Mexitours has teamed up with Six Flags amusement park to offer families exploration of the park’s festivities. From there, children can learn the anatomy …
Bolongo Bay Beach Resort on St. Thomas, home to the famous weekly Snorkel Booze Hunt, is inviting travelers to celebrate “National Rum Day” on August 16 with sun, fun and of course, plenty of rum with a special five-night All Inclusive package. Available on a five-night stay over National Rum Day, Thursday, August 16, 2012, …
Mark Hoffmann, CTP, has been honored by NTA for his advocacy work on behalf of the tourism industry during the association’s Grassroots Congressional Travel Summit, held in Washington, D.C. Hoffmann, who served as NTA’s legislative counsel for 25 years, received the James D. Santini Award, which recognizes NTA members who have made long-term, significant contributions …
Africa is a destination that evokes adventure, amazement and accomplishment of a dream. People spend a lifetime saving up for their trip to Africa, and for most the country exceeds all of their expectations. The International Association for Travel to Africa (IAFTTA) has issued a challenge to the tourism industry. Kathy Moroney, founder and CEO …