David Huether, senior vice president of research and economics at the U. S. Travel Association, provides analysis on today’s Commerce Department announcement that the trade deficit deteriorated by $4.9 billion in May 2013 to $45.0 billion, as the $0.5 billion fall in total exports was augmented by a $4.4 billion surge in imports from April. …
Travel industry veterans Randy Garfield of Disney and Mike Gallagher of CityPASS have been selected as the 2013 inductees into the U. online pharmacy buy pregabalin no insurance with best prices today in the USA S. Travel Hall of Leaders. Garfield and Gallagher will be honored during a dinner for more than 100 travel industry …
Auberge du Soleil, the landmark Napa Valley inn, unveiled the next phase of its design evolution in Maison Saint-Tropez, a collection of eight glamorously redesigned rooms, in May. An encore to the recently unveiled Maison Calais La Plage, the newly enhanced rooms take their inspiration from the South of France. “Auberge du Soleil is a …
As The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel approaches its 30th anniversary, the transformation of the resort continues with the unveiling of recent enhancements to all 396 guestrooms. The goal of the new design is “to reflect the sparkle of the Pacific Ocean and create a sense of warmth”. Outdoor fireplaces are prominently featured on the patios of first …
There are few places on earth as unique as Sable Island. For the first time ever, Adventure Canada grants travelers in depth access to this mysterious destination with the only cruise itinerary focusing exclusively on Sable Island. On the island, Adventure Canada’s guests will observe the famed herds of feral ponies, throngs of seabirds and …
Management of The Umstead Hotel and Spa have announced a July 8 reopening for The Umstead Spa. A three-month renovation program has expanded the spa’s facilities. “All aspects of the spa experience will be heightened, from state-of-the-art equipment to new relaxation areas in a variety of beautiful indoor and outdoor settings,” said spa director Carolyn …
Travel organizations and businesses nationwide, including the Rhode Island Travel Industry, are staging events with Members of Congress to help make the case that travel is an economic engine in every community. The Rhode Island travel industry was named MVP of the U.S. Travel Association’s Travel Blitz campaign second quarter in recognition of a travel …
The American Indian Alaska Native Tourism Association (AIANTA), funded by the Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA), represented Indian Country tourism as part of the BIA booth on Federal Row at the U.S. Travel Association’s 45th Annual IPW (formerly International Pow Wow) in Las Vegas, Nevada, June 8 – 12, 2013. AIANTA conducted more than 40 …
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The Setai, Miami Beach have announced the promotion of Alex S. Furrer as its new Resident Manager. In his new role, Mr. Furrer reports to the Vice President and Managing Director and will provide cover in his absence. He will also play an important role as a member of the Executive Committee, oversee operations as …