Archive for the ‘Uncategorized’ Category
Is the Romance of Traveling Gone? Not to World Explorer and Author Henry Biernacki
Expensive air fares for cramped planes, irritating baggage fees and exhaustingly long security lines ā traveling isnāt what it used to be in that bygone era when boarding a plane for exotic destinations held the imagination. But world traveler and writer Henry Biernacki says travel doesnāt have to be a trauma ā it just depends [...]
January 26, 2012
Posted in: Uncategorized
UN Says That 2012 Will Be The year of One Billionth Tourist
The United Nations, which commemorated the birth of the world’s seven billionth baby last October, is predicting the arrival of the one billionth tourist later this year – perhaps in Europe, the United States, South America, or Asia. According to the latest statistics released by the UN World Tourism Organisation (UNWTO), tourist arrivals have increased [...]
January 24, 2012
Posted in: Uncategorized
International Tourism to Reach 1 Billion in 2012
International tourist arrivals grew by over 4 percent in 2011 to 980 million, according to the latest UNWTO World Tourism Barometer. With growth expected to continue in 2012, at a somewhat slower rate, international tourist arrivals are on track to reach the milestone 1 billion mark later this year.
January 17, 2012
Posted in: Uncategorized
The Top Film Festivals Around the World Include Toronto, Cannes and Sundance
With the beloved Sundance Film Festival starting Jan. 19 and the Oscars not too far off, the film buffs have ranked their favorite film festivals across the globe. A one-of-a-kind experience, film festivals offer the opportunity to explore the art of filmmaking with other enthusiasts, listen to the creators talk about their work, visit an [...]
January 16, 2012
Posted in: Uncategorized
Raising Kids that Care – Family volunteer vacations leave much more than just memories
VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA, January 5, 2011 ā Bringing up children to be thoughtful and caring adults isnāt easy in todayās detached and consumer-driven world. As parents seek to educate their children and add depth and meaning to their lives, family volunteer vacations are becoming increasingly popular. GoVoluntouring helps families seeking customizable volunteer vacations that suit [...]
January 6, 2012
Posted in: Uncategorized
Dinner Train is a Rare Valentine’s Day Treat in Tennessee
Southern Appalachia Railway Museum (SARM) will again roll out its restored 88-year old Pullman dining car, and Chef Andras will skillfully prepare an assortment of 4 different and delicious entree choices for the museum’s annual Valentine Dinner Trains. The event gives couples the opportunity to experience the romantic setting enjoyed by travelers during the golden [...]
January 4, 2012
Posted in: Uncategorized
Nine Hottest Travel Destinations for 2012
Where exactly should you go in 2012? As always, some places will stand out above the rest when it comes to unforgettable things to do and see.Ā Here are nine of the top destinations for 2012:
January 3, 2012
Posted in: Uncategorized
The International Council of Tourism Partners Welcomes Support of Pakistan-Based Initiative
The Region Initiative (TRI) is a tri-regional umbrella of tourism-related organizations, which functions as a link between three regions – South Asia, Central Asia, and Eastern Europe. It offers blended tours packages, consultancy, networking of tourism organizations, tourism research opportunities, marketing of small tourism stakeholders, promotion of need of usage of renewable energies, and advocates [...]
December 29, 2011
Posted in: Uncategorized
Merry Christmas 2011!
I wish all of my readers and viewers a happy Christmas holiday season filled with joy and love!
December 25, 2011
Posted in: Uncategorized
Tom Cruise Says: Fear of Falling was the First Thought That Went Through my Head
Returning to the scene of the ācrimeā was the mission for the Hollywood cast and crew of āMission Impossible: Ghost Protocolā, who are in the emirate with leading man Tom Cruise for the filmās world premiere at the Dubai International Film Festival.Ā Chatting with the international media as an industry veteran, Cruise recollected his first trip [...]
December 9, 2011
Posted in: Uncategorized