There was business as well as wellness on the agenda as the Wellness Tourism Association (WTA) held its second annual meeting of membership at Canyon Ranch in Tucson, Arizona, May 29-30, 2019. One priority? The introduction of the WTA Annual Award (WTAAA). Open to WTA members and non-members alike, the new Annual Award will be …
Recently, the Divi & Tamarijn Aruba All Inclusives welcomed fitness star Kelly Brabants (pictured above) at the properties’ brand new fitness center, recently named one of the7 Best Hotel Gyms in the World by Forbes, the only gym in the Caribbean that’s included. Kelly is one of Boston’s most sought-after fitness instructors and personal trainers …
The Nevada Commission on Tourism (NCOT) has approved $1,017,790 in grant funding to rural tourism agencies. The Rural Marketing Grants program supports rural Nevada destinations in their marketing efforts. “Rural Nevada is where visitors will find amazing state parks, cultural and historical sites and one-of-a-kind community events,” Lt. Gov. Kate Marshall, NCOT chairwoman, said. “It’s …
As if unrivaled wildlife experiences, unspoiled wilderness, and exclusive accommodation in world-renowned South Luangwa National Park weren’t enough, guests of The Bushcamp Company now have access to Yoga and meditation while vacationing on safari. Available at each of The Bushcamp Company’s six remote Bushcamps in the southern stretches of the park as well as at …
For travelers looking to score the beach vacation of their dreams, the Seven Stars Resort & Spa located on Grace Bay Beach, is ushering in summer 2019 with stellar savings and a longer seasonal travel window allowing travelers greater flexibility when scheduling their getaways. Combined with lower seasonal rates already in place for summer, the …
South African Airways (SAA) and South Africa-based event organizer, On Show Solutions, have announced the 2019 dates and locations for the Africa Showcase in North America. This year, the Africa Showcase, which is the largest travel trade show in U.S. and Canada that focuses exclusively on promoting tourism to Africa, celebrates its 11-year anniversary in …
Ahead of International Yoga Day (June 21), Mountain Lodges of Peru, a spirited adventure company with a strong commitment to the communities and environmental resources of Peru is officially launching The Yoga and Wellness Experience to Machu Picchu. The 8-Day holistic journey led by Lima based yoga practitioner and teacher, Sandra Gallegos, combines modern-day wellness, …
Palace Resorts recently held its global marketing summit, gathering executive leaders of the luxury all-inclusive resort brand. At the summit, the company announced the restructuring of its in-house marketing teams. Palace Resorts, which has previously managed its marketing and public relations efforts alongside some of the best marketing & advertising agencies, has decided to …
The first single-aisle Airbus A321neo, designed exclusively for La Compagnie, commenced transatlantic service on June 6th between Paris Orly Airport (ORY) and Newark International Airport (EWR). The thoroughly modern, efficient and eco-friendly A321neo will enable the all business-class boutique airline to accelerate its development between New York and Paris while offering a better experience to …
Spurred on by a 24 per cent rise in arrivals from the United States, the Caribbean recorded a healthy 12 per cent increase in tourist arrivals during the first quarter of 2019, according to statistics compiled by the Caribbean Tourism Organization (CTO). In updating the media on the region’s performance at a news conference this …