The End of the World Marathon is not only about running and fun in sunny and beautiful Belize, but also about giving back to the community. The proceeds raised goes towards high school scholarships for children on the Placencia Peninsula. Chabil Mar is proud to once again be a sponsor of the race. Says, Larry …
[captionpix imgsrc=”http://www.travelworldnews.com/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/Lisbon-Snack-at-Manteigaria-300×225.jpg” captiontext=”A snack at Manteigaria Fabrica De Pasteis de Natain in Lisbon, Portugal. Photo credit: Peter Lowy.” align=”left”] There’s no better way to get to know some of the texture and history of Lisbon than by strolling about and sampling its highly varied, inviting, beguiling cuisine. Taste of Lisbon, established by Filipa Valente in …
[captionpix imgsrc=”http://www.travelworldnews.com/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/Summit-Logo-225×300.jpgL” captiontext=”World Food Tourism Summit 2015. Photo credit: Peter Lowy.” align=”left”.] Anticipating continued strong growth in food tourism, the first World Food Tourism Summit last week drew hundreds of attendees from 26 countries, including the United States and Canada, to Lisbon where industry experts focused on how gastronomy, by providing an effective way to …
[captionpix imgsrc=”http://www.travelworldnews.com/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/L1002903-300×169.jpg” captiontext=”American Express Travel Representative 2014 Excellence Award Winners traveled along the exotic Mekong River in March on the AmaLotus as they sailed from Siem Reap to Ho Chi Minh City. Photo credit: Morgan Ommer” align=”left”] American Express Travel announced the recipients of the Representative Excellence Award for 2014, honoring the top 25 performing …
Receipts from international visitors spending on accommodation, food and drink, entertainment, shopping and other services and goods reached an estimated $1,245 billion in 2014, an increase of 3.7% in real terms (taking into account exchange rate fluctuations and inflation). International tourist arrivals increased by 4.4% in 2014, reaching a total 1,135 million, up from 1,087 …
International Nature & Cultural Adventures (INCA) has invited world-renowned cinematographer and director Louie Schwartzberg to join its “Origin of Species” adventure from June 18 to 28. INCA’s 11-day, 10-night itinerary includes two nights in Quito, an overnight on Santa Cruz Island to see giant tortoises in the wild and a seven-night cruise through the Galápagos …
With a 20 percent increase in visitor arrivals from the U.S., the first quarter of 2015 illustrates strong growth for Trinidad & Tobago’s tourism sector. The U.S. market makes up nearly 40 percent of all travelers to the destination and has shown the largest growth over the same period in 2014. Aggressive efforts have been …
[captionpix imgsrc=”http://www.travelworldnews.com/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/KingstonWeb-300×235.jpg” captiontext=”The classic 1920s mini-style yacht, Kingston. Photo credit: Classic Harbor Line.” align=”left”] You may not be able to afford to keep a yacht in New York City, but Classic Harbor Line – an operator of classically inspired yachts offering year round tours – can let you spend this spring and summer cruising around …
Hotels.com has presented the Grand Case Beach Club with a certificate of recognition for its exceptional guest ratings and reviews, according to the resort’s general manager, Steve Wright. The international on-line booking organization, part of Expedia, also cited the Grand Case Beach Club for its “dedication and high standards.” The Hotels.com award is the latest. …
The Sands at Grace Bay is tempting spring and summer travelers with its 4th Night Free offer combined with the resort’s reduced low-season rates starting from only $195 per night for stays between May 1st through December 19th, 2015. This top-rated Turks & Caicos resort not only boasts an array of free offerings and optional …