It was in the 13th century that explorer Marco Polo introduced the gemstone we call turquoise to western Europe. He brought it from Asia Minor (today known as Türkiye), where it had been used for close to a millennium in tiles and jewelry. Later, as the Ottomans exported the “Turkish stone,” and textiles in “Turkish …
Scenic believes it is never too early (or too late) to plan for the next adventure. So, to celebrate the near end of Winter, and the return of Spring, Scenic has announced a new Save & Sail Winter Sales Event. Guests can enjoy a new season of European and Southeast Asia river cruises or join …
Swan Hellenic announced the launch of a one-month celebration offer for all couples bookings made between the 15th of February and 15th of March. So adventurers can spread the Saint Valentine spirit through the year and on into memories that last a lifetime. Here’s how it works: Treat yourself and your loved one to a …
Atlas Ocean Voyages announced new executive appointments in its ongoing pursuit to elevate the overall luxe-adventure experience. Colleen Rodriguez is appointed Atlas Ocean Voyages’ Vice President of Marketing and Jacqueline Leyva takes on the helm of Guest Services, Reservations, and Air-Sea as Senior Director. On the Sales front, Robert Cao is appointed Senior Director of …
The new year in travel has begun on a positive note as a just completed survey by the Travel Experts host agency showed the majority of its advisors reporting as much as 80 percent of their clients have booked travel since the beginning of 2022 and less than 10 percent of their clients have cancelled …
Wilderness Safaris and Qatar Airways have have announced the extension of their unique partnership through March 31, 2022, with the goal of incentivizing air travel on Qatar Airways and stays at Wilderness camps. Wilderness Safaris guests travelling with Qatar Airways from the United States, Canada and Brazil to multiple destinations across the continent of Africa …
Sanctuary Camelback Mountain, A Gurney’s Resort & Spa has been named the number one hotel in Arizona by the editors of U.S. News & World Report in their Best Hotels list. The 2022 ranking—the twelfth annual by the prestigious national news team—also placed Sanctuary among the top hotels in the United States. Thousands of hotels …
Kagawa is Japan’s smallest prefecture but despite its size, the region is chock-full of spectacular scenery, delicious food, and world-renowned art, among other incredible attractions. Below we introduce you to some of the highlights of the region: Takamatsu, Naoshima Island, Shodoshima Island, and Teshima Island. Takamatsu is a ferry hub for the islands of the …
Miller-Aird Destination Marketing has announced their newest client, Fort Young Hotel & Dive Resort in the Nature Isle of Dominica. Where city, reef and rainforest converge, Fort Young Hotel & Dive Resort is a full-service, heritage hotel on the Caribbean Sea. The coveted oceanfront placement amidst Dominica’s vibrant capital, Roseau, provides unmatched access to the …
Nantipa – A Tico Beach Experience has been accepted into Virtuoso®’s exclusive portfolio of luxury travel partners, comprising over 2,200 preferred suppliers in 100 countries. Located in what The New York Times called “the next Tulum,” the sustainable luxury boutique hotel joins Virtuoso’s preeminent collection of luxury properties in Costa Rica. The relationship strengthens the …