Archive for September, 2009
Nevis soon to become the “greenest” island in the Caribbean
By Robert Kelley, eTN Ambassador | Sep 29, 2009 The tiny Island of Nevis is on the verge of becoming the “greenest” island in the Caribbean as it sits on the threshold of harnessing geothermal energy not only for its own needs but also for the neighboring islands in the Eastern Caribbean.
September 29, 2009
Posted in: Caribbean
Madrid’s Cultural Scene Heats Up For Fall
Madrid, SPAIN, September, 2009 – Fall is one of the best times to visit Madrid. With the sun shining and temperatures hovering in the 70s and high 60s, the city’s cultural season gets under way. Spain’s capital is offering an impressive variety of art exhibitions, concerts, dance performances, theatre, even circuses, that will appeal to [...]
September 29, 2009
Posted in: Spain
Brunei to mark World Tourism Day September 27th, 2009
On September 27, Brunei will join countries around the world in celebrating World Tourism Day under the theme: “Tourism – Celebrating Diversity.” Brunei, a member country of the UNWTO since 2007, has decided for the first time this year to mark World Tourism Day in its own modest but significant way.
September 28, 2009
Posted in: Brunei
Art and Culture on the Thanksgiving Menu in Ontario’s Lake Country
Ontario’s Lake Country, ON: Ontario’s Lake Country will offer a wide variety of fascinating art and cultural experiences this upcoming Thanksgiving Weekend as part of the new The Cottages at Port Stanton Passport to Fun Contest.
September 28, 2009
Posted in: Canada
Montserrat Hosts First Ever Volcano Half Marathon
Brades, Montserrat – September 28, 2009 – The Montserrat Tourist Board (MTB), in collaboration with the Montserrat Volcano Observatory (MVO) and the Fittest Man Running Club, will host the first-ever Montserrat Volcano Half Marathon on December 5, 2009. The race will be one of the key events during the island’s annual carnival celebration, known as [...]
September 28, 2009
Posted in: Caribbean
The Trails of 1885 come alive in 2010 in Canada’s Prairie Provinces
Established in 2008, Trails of 1885 pulls together sites and locations, festivals and events that are linked together by the events of 1885. Spread across three provinces – starting in Manitoba, across Saskatchewan, into Alberta, the ”stories” of 1885 are told to visitors from around the world. We encourage you to read the history, view [...]
September 25, 2009
Posted in: Canada
Events for the 20th Anniversary of “The Fall of the Berlin Wall”
Important celebrations are coming up in Germany. They mark the 20th anniversary of the fall of the Berlin Wall, the historic event that started the reunification process of East and West Germany. Read on about how to get a real feel for life in the days of the Iron Curtain, a now fascinating look back [...]
September 25, 2009
Posted in: Germany
Jordan: A destination for Leisure and Wellness
By Motaz Othman, eTN Amman | September, 2009 For at least 2000 years ago, The Dead Sea have been known as a unique combination of climatic conditions and elements; sun, water, mud and air. Proved to offer excellent natural treatments for a range of chronic ailments such as psoriasis, vitiligo and psoriatic arthritis. In addition [...]
September 25, 2009
Posted in: Jordan
Portugal wins more US tourists amid tough market conditions
By Nelson Alcantara | September, 2009: Portugal’s tourism officials are saying their country is winning tourists, and they have the figures to prove it. The Portuguese Institute for National Statistics has released its report on travel to Portugal from May to June 2009, with the news that the total number of US travelers to this [...]
September 25, 2009
Posted in: Portugal
TravelMart Latin America 2009 opens in Patagonia
Tourism industry representives and government officials of Chile welcomed the official opening of the 33rd annual TravelMart Latin America in Patagonia. Chile is center stage this year in an attempt to attract both the travel trade industry and consumers to a destination that needs tourism help badly.
September 25, 2009
Posted in: Chile