Archive for March, 2008

Empowering Women Through Tourism

The positive contribution of tourism to women empowerment can only be determined if poverty reduction and the enhancement of women’s dignity and role in the work place are addressed. These are among the issues in UNWTO’s Action Plan to Empower Women through Tourism, unveiled during ITB Berlin 2008 in early March. The Organization is committed [...]

March 31, 2008   Posted in: Travel Industry Info

Proper etiquette for coral reefs…and other great things you can learn on vacation, especially in Hawaii

Honolulu, Oahu, Hawaii – Travelers can combine education, the environment and a vacation to Hawaii by taking advantage of special activities being planned for 2008 Year of the Coral Reef.

March 31, 2008   Posted in: Hawaii

DAY OUT WITH THOMASâ„¢ 2008: THE GREAT DISCOVERY TOUR PULLING INTO CHATTANOOGA, TENNESSEE

Chattanooga, Tennessee – Peep! Peep! Thomas the Tank Engine is set to roll into Chattanooga for the "Day Out With Thomas 2008: The Great Discovery Tour."

March 31, 2008   Posted in: United States South

Wildflower Watch Provides Updates on Colorful Blooms in Kentucky

FRANKFORT, Ky. – Spring is here, and the Kentucky Departments of Tourism and Parks are teaming up once again to provide travelers with tips for trips to state parks and nature preserves where the state's wildflowers and trees are bursting forth in bloom.

March 31, 2008   Posted in: United States South

Maoli Arts Month – May events showcase native Hawaiian artists

Hawaii – Travelers staying at select Outrigger properties in Hawaii this May can indulge in artistic and cultural activities during “MAMo: Maoli Arts Month 2008″, a series of special events showcasing Native Hawaii arts and artists.

March 31, 2008   Posted in: Hawaii

China Southern Launches New Service to Iran – Starts Double Daily Between Beijing & Seoul and Hong Kong

GUANGZHOU, China – March 31, 2008 – China Southern Airlines, (NYSE: ZNH, HKSE: 1055, SHA 600029) – www.csair.com/global – the newest member of SkyTeam and the largest airline in The People's Republic of China is launching today its new service to Tehran, Iran, offering Sky Pearl Club frequent flyers very special mileage bonuses.

March 31, 2008   Posted in: Airlines & Railways

Sad News of the Passing of Trinidad & Tobago’s Favourite Son, Andy Parris

We are sad to announce that Mrs. Margaret Parris (wife of Andre “Andy” Parris) has advised that Andy Parris passed on Friday morning, March 28th at SunnyBrook Hospital in Toronto, Ontario. Andy was involved in the tourism industry for decades, at one time with B.W.I.A., but mainly occupied in the promotion of his beloved country, [...]

March 31, 2008   Posted in: Caribbean

Prague is 12th most popular world city with tourists

Mar 31, 2008 Prague- Prague is the twelfth most popular city in the world with tourists, according to a poll of the TripAdvisor.com. portal of whose users nearly 85,000 said they liked Prague the best.

March 31, 2008   Posted in: Czech Republic

Japan counts the cost of going green

By Yusof Sulaiman, eTN Malaysia | Mar 31, 2008 (eTN) – The Japanese Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry has forecast Japanese households and businesses will face a bill of US$500 billion over the next decade if it wants to cut greenhouse gas emissions by 11 percent, according to latest reports.

March 31, 2008   Posted in: Japan

Tailor Made Travels to Chile

Have you ever wanted to explore another part of the world from the eyes of a native having the advantages of knowing all the great spots on and off the beaten path, but with special itineraries that meet your interests and timeline of travel? www.chilenativo.travel is the answer for customized travels and experiences to Chile [...]

March 31, 2008   Posted in: Chile