The Board of Directors of the British Virgin Islands Tourist Board and Film Commission (BVITB) has announced the appointment of Mr. Clive McCoy as Director of Tourism effective immediately. McCoy previously held the position of Film Commissioner and Tourism Liaison Officer. According to the Chairman of the Board, Mrs. Kenisha Sprauve, “The Board is confident …
The award-winning Grand Fiesta Americana Coral Beach Cancún All Inclusive Spa Resort has reopened as a “luxury with no limits” all-inclusive resort under the new brand concept, Infinite Luxury® by Grand Fiesta Americana. Offering the same signature cuisine and unparalleled service only now with an abundance of re-imagined guest experiences. In addition to luxurious accommodations …
On September 18, Park Hyatt Aviara will celebrate its grand reopening following a $50M+ transformation. Reinvigorating its history as one of Southern California’s original grand dame resorts, the transformation ushers in the next era for this iconic property with an elevated guestroom and suite product, 50,000 square feet of upgraded outdoor function space in addition …
Scenic Luxury Cruises & Tours’ is celebrating one year since Scenic Eclipse embarked on its maiden voyage. Christened in New York by Godmother Dame Helen Mirren in September 2019, Scenic Eclipse marries luxury and discovery with the ultimate in safety and sustainability. Scenic Eclipse has been honored with several awards since its launch including being …
In an effort to contain the spread of Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19), the U.S. Virgin Islands is closing its doors once again to leisure visitors, effective Wednesday, August 19, 2020, for a period of at least one month. Governor Albert Bryan Jr. announced Thursday that the Territory will revert to the “Stay-at-Home” (Orange alert) phase …
The Tourism Authority of Thailand – Los Angeles Office (TAT-LA) has announced the launch of Buy Now, Stay Later: Thailand in response to the impact of COVID-19 on the country’s tourism industry. As Thailand’s restrictions on foreign tourists entering without exemptions have been extended until further notice, Buy Now, Stay Later: Thailand offers travelers a …
Aqua Expeditions, has implemented enhanced health and safety protocols in response to the global COVID-19 pandemic in anticipation of the relaunching of its ships this summer. At the onset of the recent COVID-19 pandemic, Aqua Expeditions took early, swift and decisive action to maintain strict antiviral hygiene standards on all three vessels in operation. As …
Paul Gauguin Cruises, operator of the highest-rated and longest continually sailing luxury cruise ship in the South Pacific, the m/s Paul Gauguin, has announced the resumption of its Tahiti and French Polynesia small-ship voyages starting in July 2020 and extensive “Covid-Safe Protocol.” French Polynesia is officially re-opening to international tourism on July 15, 2020. Paul …
Rail Europe has officially launched its new B2C website and app, now available in the US. The company has developed a state-of-the-art booking engine which gives customers access to its extensive booking inventory. In addition to its new contemporary look, Rail Europe’s new website has a state-of-the-art booking engine. As well as having real-time connections …
Seabourn, has selected the winner of Seabourn’s 2020 Global Partner Appreciation Event Sweepstakes. Judy Vandeman from American Express Travel in Phoenix, Arizona, is the lucky winner of a seven-day Seabourn cruise for two. The cruise giveaway was part of the line’s annual Global Partner Appreciation Event, a two-month-long event that demonstrates Seabourn’s gratitude to dedicated …