Archive for July, 2008
LIGHT UP THE SUMMER WITH CHINESE LANTERNS AND THE FAIRMONT ROYAL YORK
TORONTO, Ontario, July 31, 2008 – The Rogers Chinese Lantern Festival, one of the largest Chinese cultural experiences outside of China, opens on July 31, 2008. The Fairmont Royal York is pleased to announce its partnership and designation as the official hotel for the festival. The Fairmont Royal York offers one night plus two festival [...]
July 31, 2008
Posted in: Canada
Ireland's Gourmet Revolution Wonders Ireland's Culinary Scene: "Homegrown with a Dash of Exotic"
Few people outside of Ireland saw this one coming, yet the entire island has slipped quietly into a new role as a must-visit destination for food-lovers from all over the world. In early 2008, champagne corks were popping in restaurants across the country when the latest batch of Michelin stars was awarded. Ireland now has [...]
July 31, 2008
Posted in: Ireland
THE NATIONAL COMISSION OF NATURAL PROTECTED AREAS (CONAMP) IN MEXICO DECLARED AUGUST 30TH AS ITERNATIONAL WHALE SHARK DAY
Cancun Quintana Roo, July 31, 2008. – The National Commission of Natural Protected Areas (CONAMP) announced August 30th as International Whale Shark Day during the International Whale Shark Conference, carried out in Isla Holbox on July 15-20th. Representatives from over 40 countries joined together to recognize the positive impact and benefits obtained from the arrival [...]
July 31, 2008
Posted in: Mexico
People in Downtown Toronto Get Carried Away With Newfoundland and Labrador Tourism Promotion
A mobile piece of Newfoundland and Labrador's tourism marketing efforts will cruise the streets of Toronto over the next three weeks in the form of Newfoundland and Labrador Tourism's Get Carried Away vehicle.
July 31, 2008
Posted in: Canada
Uniquely Colorado-the Centennial State’s Unusual Attractions & Events
When you think of Colorado, images of soaring purple mountains majesty and ribbons of champagne powder-dusted ski hills likely pop to mind. While this is quintessential Colorado, there are other aspects to the Centennial State that just might surprise you. Here are a few of Colorado’s unique attractions and events that are worth checking out [...]
July 31, 2008
Posted in: United States Central
Tourism this week in Latin America
ARGENTINA Tango On Board is a new touristic proposal Tango On Board is a new, totally innovative touristic project in the country, especially for tourists and aims at the corporate sector. It proposes a tour in the El Galileo craft.
July 31, 2008
Posted in: Latin America
Saudi old palaces transformed to traditional hotels
By eTN | SAUDI – A specialized team from the SCTA, in conjunction with King Abdul-Aziz Foundation, paid a visit to Baradors Hotels in Spain and Bosadas in Portugal to examine their experiments in preserving the archeological palaces and transforming them into distinguished traditional hotels.
July 31, 2008
Posted in: Saudi Arabia
Travel News from Kansas City
Two New Wineries Add to a Fine Collection: Think wine…think Kansas. The fertile fields of Kansas continue to emerge as one of the most exciting wine-producing regions in the country. Kansas is currently home to 15 wineries, which combine to produce more than 50,000 gallons of wine and host thousands of visitors each year.
July 31, 2008
Posted in: United States Central
The Orchestre symphonique de Montréal announces an international festival devoted to bel canto in Knowlton in August 2008
The Orchestre symphonique de Montréal and its music director, Kent Nagano, announce that a festival will be taking place devoted to bel canto ("beautiful singing"). The festival, which will be held from August 15 to 24 in the historic village of Knowlton, is a presentation of the OSM and Rome's Accademia Nazionale Santa Cecilia in [...]
July 30, 2008
Posted in: Canada
Contest! Experience the trip of a lifetime when Tall Ships Festival sails into Halifax Nova Scotia in 2009
Halifax NS – In July 2009, Halifax Nova Scotia will welcome Tall Ships from around the world along with vessels from Canada’s own fleet – and you could be at the centre of it all. Destination Halifax, together with partners, including Tall Ships Nova Scotia Festival 2009, are offering one lucky winner and guest the [...]
July 30, 2008
Posted in: Canada