Archive for February, 2010
Tourism’s contribution to the global agenda – UNWTO address to the T20 ministers of tourism
“Global challenges, such as the recent economic crisis and the climate imperatives, can only be addressed in a global cooperative manner and in fora such as the UN or the G-20,” said UNWTO secretary-general, Taleb Rifai, in his opening remarks at the Tourism Ministers’ Meeting (T20) “Travel and tourism: stimuli for the global economy” (February [...]
February 24, 2010
Posted in: Travel Industry Info
Award-winning tri-state adventure first ever to link world-class bike trails in Washington, Idaho and Montana
COEUR D’ALENE, Idaho – In its final print edition before moving everything over as an online magazine, National Geographic Adventure named its 25 Best New Trips in the World – 2010, including ROW Adventures’ “Bitterroot Bonanza” multisport that features biking, lake kayaking and whitewater rafting in Washington, Idaho and Montana.
February 24, 2010
Posted in: United States
Journeys Within Creates “Karma Ratings”, A New System That Rates Hotel Humanitarian Practices
TRUCKEE, Calif.-Journeys Within, a boutique travel company that specializes in authentic travel to Southeast Asia, recently announced the creation of their revolutionary new “Hotel Karma Ratings” system. This rating system, which is unlike any other in the travel industry, measures and rates hotels based on the effectiveness of their policies to “better the world.”
February 24, 2010
Posted in: Travel Industry Info
Comedian Chris Gibbs performs the Comedy Antoine Feval at The Gryphon Theatre for Arts and Entertainment, Barrie, Ontario
WINNER – Just For Laughs BEST COMEDY Award – Montreal Fringe 2009. Written and performed by British stand up comedian Chris Gibbs, this one man comic tour-de-force introduces us to Barnaby Gibbs – a kind-hearted but thoroughly dim-witted and clueless young Englishman who inadvertently becomes the Dr. Watson-like sidekick to brilliant detective Antoine Feval, not [...]
February 24, 2010
Posted in: Canada
Grenada – a sailor’s paradise!
February, 2010. (Grenada, W.I.) – Imagine the warm Caribbean sun on your skin, water droplets splashing your face and the sound of waves crashing…this is Grenada, the perfect holiday destination for sailing enthusiasts, boat lovers and anyone looking to get away to a warm, friendly destination with plenty to offer.
February 23, 2010
Posted in: Caribbean
The Metro in Moscow – An Attraction for History Lovers
The Moscow Metro is the second most heavily used subway system in the world. Although modernized, even today the metro reflects the long history not only of the underground tunnels but of the whole Russian capital as well. The Moscow subway is the backbone of the city’s transport. Approximately nine million people use it every [...]
February 23, 2010
Posted in: Russia
Travel On-line with the Trans-Siberian Railway
One of the world’s most famous railway journeys can now be enjoyed sitting behind a computer. Google has teamed up with Russian Railways to provide 150 hours of footage across some of the most spectacular and untouched terrain on the planet on a new website.
February 23, 2010
Posted in: Airlines & Railways
Enjoy Natural Adventure in Beautiful New Zealand
Just Opened: Sea Kayaking Safari in Akaroa Harbor: Akaroa Guided Sea Kayaking Safari offers a sustainable and eco-friendly exploration of Akaroa Harbor, and its many coves and bays, and precious wildlife such as Hector’s dolphins and little, blue penguins. The day excursion includes kayak training, safety orientation, water instruction and games, and an ecology briefing. [...]
February 23, 2010
Posted in: New Zealand
More than 100 Feet of Sharp, Solid Steel Swords Will be Swallowed at Ripley’s Believe It or Not! Odditoriums Worldwide on February 27 in Orlando Florida
ORLANDO, Fla. (Feb. 23, 2010) – More than 25 sword swallowers will be performing shows at more than a dozen Ripley Believe It or Not! Odditoriums worldwide in four countries at 2:27 p.m. on February 27, in celebration of the Fourth Annual World Sword Swallowers Day.
February 23, 2010
Posted in: United States SouthEast
Breakaway Adventures Introduces Lightweight E-Bikes for Travelers on Swiss Lakes Vacations in Europe this Summer
Canton of JURA, Switzerland (February 23, 2010) – Breakaway Adventures is introducing e-bikes to make it easier for travelers to enjoy the unspoiled beauty of the Swiss Jura region of Europe this summer.
February 23, 2010
Posted in: Switzerland