[captionpix imgsrc=”http://travelworldnews.com/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/Capture2-300×198.jpg” captiontext=”Rendering of the redesigned Caravelle lobby.” align=”left”] One of Vietnam’s most historic hospitality establishments is getting a new face this summer, as the Caravelle Hotel embarks on its most significant renovation in 15 years. Situated for 55 years on a prime corner of bustling Lam Son Square in downtown Saigon, the Caravelle began …
[captionpix imgsrc=”http://travelworldnews.com/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/Capture1.jpg” captiontext=”Mubarak Al Nuaimi, Director of Promotions and Overseas Offices, holding the award.” align=”left”] Abu Dhabi Tourism & Culture Authority (TCA Abu Dhabi) was awarded Platinum for ‘Best Tourism Authority’ at the 2014 Middle East and North Africa (MENA) Awards. Held at the Conrad Dubai hotel last month, the regional awards were also celebrating …
Barceló Maya Beach Resort has announced a variety of themed weeks and events that will be celebrated at the resort throughout the year. From “Zumba Week” to “Singles Week”, there are activities available for every guest to enjoy and enhance their stay. Each event is open to guests of the resort at no additional cost. …
The 222-room hotel in the Isla Verde tourism district in the San Juan Metropolitan Area is offering a special deal on its Endless Summer Vibe p, which starts at $285 (taxes & fees included) and is valid through October 31, 2014, subject to availability. The package is commissionable for travel agents at 10 percent and …
Produced by the Caribbean Hotel and Tourism Association (CHTA), Caribbean Travel Marketplace will return to Puerto Rico January 28-30, 2015 where the region’s largest and most important marketing event will be held at the Puerto Rico Convention Center in San Juan for the first time since January 2010. “We have chosen Puerto Rico as the …
[captionpix imgsrc=”http://travelworldnews.com/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/philadelphia-orchestra-yannick-600-300×200.jpg” captiontext=” Music director Yannick Nézet-Séguin conducts the Philadelphia Orchestra. Photo credit: Jessica Griffin” align=”left”] Philadelphia’s world-class arts, culture and entertainment offerings shine on the global stage as The Philadelphia Orchestra embarks on its 2014 tour of Asia and China residency. Traveling along with the Orchestra, the Philadelphia Convention & Visitors Bureau (PHLCVB) is …
Tourism Australia has unveiled the latest evolution of its global campaign – ‘There’s nothing like Australia’ – with exceptional food and wine experiences from around the country playing a starring role in an effort to convert the global appetite for Australia as a travel destination into more visits. Launched today at Sydney’s Quay Restaurant, the …
Located along Marine Drive in Sri Lanka’s commercial capital, OZO Colombo is the first of three hotels to open in the Sri Lanka, creating an urban outpost for travel enthusiasts from around the world looking for insider experiences and a great sleep. Consisting of 158 guest rooms and suites, OZO Colombo’s ‘Snooze Zone’, comprises four …
Ahead of a new global marketing campaign launching later this year, Dubai’s Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing has debuted a new brand for the destination. The new logo, launched last week at the Arabian Travel Market (ATM), features the word ‘Dubai’ written in both the Arabian and Roman alphabets, reflecting the city’s rich multiculturalism. …
[captionpix imgsrc=”http://travelworldnews.com/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/Capture-200×300.jpg” captiontext=”Walter Hess, GM of The Chedi Club Jimbaran Bali.” align=”left”] GHM has named Walter Hess general manager of The Chedi Club Jimbaran Bali, set to open its doors later this year. Hess will draw on more than two decades of experience at a constellation of five-star hotels on four continents to shepherd the …
