Archive for February, 2006
Steady growth for cruise industry in Dominica
By Malaika Laurent l Caribbean Net News ROSEAU, Dominica — Tourism officials in Dominica believe that the cruise industry is continuing to see steady growth, highlighting six cruise liners that docked here for the first time, as a major achievement.
February 24, 2006
Posted in: Cruise Ships
China promises better road signs and speakers in English
By Y. Sulaiman BEIJING, China (eTurboNews): The Foreign Affairs Office of Beijing Municipality has promised foreign visitors it will improve road signs written in English on major roads so they do not get lost.
February 24, 2006
Posted in: China
Pan Pacific Kuala Lumpur International Airport Wins “Best Airport Hotel” 5 Years in a Row
Pan Pacific Kuala Lumpur International Airport has won the ‘Best Airport Hotel 2005' award by Business Asia magazine. This marks the fifth time Pan Pacific KLIA has won the accolade since it was introduced in 2000.
February 24, 2006
Posted in: Malaysia
Boots Adventure Tours in Canada
Quebec Cycling Tours – Rendezvous with the Caribou A unique Canadian experience! Want to try something really different? Come to rural Quebec and experience the awesome beauty and friendly people of Lac Saint Jean. This trail system has over 256 kms of cycling trails meandering through the country side and around Lac Saint Jean.
February 24, 2006
Posted in: Canada
Africa's least developed countries meet to address economic progress
Nearly 80 representatives from Africa's 34 Least Developed Countries (LDCs) are attending a regional meeting in Ethiopia's capital, Addis Ababa, to prepare for a global mid-term review of their 10-year poverty reduction program, United Nations said earlier this week.
February 23, 2006
Posted in: Africa
UK Revises Stand on Nepal
By Satish G. The UK has updated its advisory on Nepal, softening its stand on the south Asian country. The statement posted on the website of the Foreign and Commonwealth Office advised its travelers not to prevent themselves from visiting Nepal amidst political unrest in the country.
February 23, 2006
Posted in: Nepal
Spain Commemorates Picasso – Year-long Exhibitions Mark 125th Anniversary of Spanish Artist’s Birth
Spain will commemorate one of the country’s legendary artists with a year-long program of exhibitions, operas, ballets, special lectures, workshops and activities for children and families. Marking the 125th anniversary of the birth of Pablo Picasso, Málaga’s most famous native son, the Museo Picasso Málaga will present three shows. Barcelona will host three exhibitions, three [...]
February 23, 2006
Posted in: Spain
Holland America Line dedicates THE NEW ms NOORDAM
“May God bless this ship, her crew and all who sail on her.” These were the words said today by Academy Award-winning actress Marlee Matlin, marking the official christening of Holland America Line’s new 1,918-passenger cruise ship, the ms Noordam. The festivities took place at the Noordam’s new homeport, New York City, in true maritime [...]
February 23, 2006
Posted in: Cruise Ships
OUTSIDE MAGAZINE AWARDS TRIP OF THE YEAR TO M/Y ABSINTHE
Whistler, BC: In its March issue, a panel of travel experts at Outside Magazine has identified for over two million readers worldwide "the most ground-breaking and innovative trips for each continent of the world." The winner of the grand award for The Trip of the Year 2006 in North America is Sea to Sky Helisports [...]
February 23, 2006
Posted in: Canada
Cape Fear Coast to Welcome Photographers During the Inaugural American Photo / Popular Photography Mentor Series
Exciting things are on the horizon this spring for Travel & Tourism in Historic Wilmington and North Carolina's Cape Fear Coast. During the weekend of April 28-30, 2006, the Cape Fear Coast Convention & Visitors Bureau (CFCCVB), along with the North Carolina Division of Tourism will welcome approximately 50 amateur photographers and two professional photography [...]
February 23, 2006
Posted in: United States East