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WTTC session addresses saving natural resources
ABU DHABI - Actress and activist, Daryl Hannah, who spoke during an eco session at the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) 13th Global Summit said the goal of travel and tourism should be to ...
2013 Luxury Travel Awards
SHANGHAI, China - The Shanghai Travelers' Club has the pleasure to announce the results of its 2013 Luxury Travel Awards.
Challenges and solutions of a struggling global economy
LEXINGTON, Kentucky - NTA will host two Destination Leaders Forums on January 23 in Orlando, Florida, where chief executives of destination marketing organizations will discuss the challenges they ...
The geography of travel
By Jan Sevilla
Geography. We go back a long way.
Sights set on Brazil and Argentina
Seychelles penetration on the South American markets of Brazil and Argentina had set the marketing wheel going for the islands’ local Destination Management Companies (DMCs) to move to capture ...
Discovering real British Isles
London may be the center of attention this summer, but venture beyond the Olympic Stadium and you'll find the real British Isles, a world of ancient thatched cottages, monumental castles, elegant ...
Follow me… come this way!
By Anita Mendiratta, CNN Task Group/eTN
THE DESTINATION IS IN THE DETAILS
Hotel experiences
By Hector Dsouza, eTN India
(eTN) - Current trends of travel indicate tourists and travelers are willing to pay the extra dollar if they are able to source a hotel which offers a better experience.
Demand strong in advanced and emerging economy destinations
The first results of 2012 indicate that international tourism continued to show sustained growth in spite of challenging economic conditions.
International Council of Tourism Partners continues to grow in Africa
The International Council of Tourism Partners (ICTP) announced that the Ministry of Natural Resources and Tourism in Tanzania, Africa, has become a destination member.
International Council of Tourism Partners adds 6th African country to membership roster
The International Council of Tourism Partners (ICTP) announced today that the southern African country of Malawi has become a destination member.
Holiday destinations
The Seychelles delegates, who were taking part in the Outbound Travel Mart (OTM) from February 17 to 26 in India, have returned in the country, satisfied with the interest Seychelles gained as a ...
Qantas Australian Tourism Awards
New South Wales has outshone the other states at the Qantas Australian Tourism Awards, scoring 11 wins out of 27 categories.
Sri Lanka Ecotourism Foundation
The International Council of Tourism Partners (ICTP) today welcomed Sri Lanka as a new destination member, represented by the Sri Lanka Ecotourism Foundation (SLEF).
Insights into Tourism Branding
By Anita Mendiratta, CNN Task Group/eTN
IMAGE IS EVERYTHING
BEST NEW LANDMARKS NAMED
New York, NY – A new online survey was conducted to determine the world’s most iconic sites in six categories—Bridges, Museums, Classic Landmarks, Parks & Public Spaces, Skyscrapers, and ...
2012 Cruise Trends
PENNINGTON, N.J. - Looking at what's in store for cruisers in 2012, here's a list of what is -- and what isn't -- likely to make waves in the next twelve months.
Making Waves in 2012
"Look Back, Look Ahead" Insider Index
CHICAGO, Ill.
Recognizes tourism efforts
Prof. Wolfgang H.
Luxury getaway for New Year's Eve
Hey, big spender. New Year's Eve is coming up fast, but there's still time to think about an unforgettable getaway to usher in 2012.
All eyes are on where Brits will be heading for their 2012 holidays
CHESTER, England - As 2011 draws to a close, all eyes are on where Brits will be heading for their 2012 holidays.
2011 Vacation Deprivation Study
BELLEVUE, Wash. - The results of the 2011 Vacation Deprivation study, an annual analysis of vacation habits across multiple countries and continents, have been released today.
Seeing the world on water
Three quarters of the world's surface is water, but nearly all of our vacations are based on land. It stands to reason that we must be missing out.
New ICTP logo represents strength in collaboration
The International Council of Tourism Partners (ICTP) revealed today its new logo, graphically representing the organization’s objective, which shows there is strength when tourism destinations ...
Crystal Cruises
LOS ANGELES, Calif.
British Airways
CRAWLEY, England - British Airways has revealed its top holiday destinations for travellers still wanting to get away this October half-term for a late autumn getaway.
Dominican Tourism Celebrates Prestigious Honors of Country's Tourism Assets
DOMINICAN REPUBLIC - Dominican Republic is a favorite getaway for those seeking exciting culture, delicious gastronomy, pulse-pounding merengue, effervescent nightlife and the world's top ...
Developing destinations for green travel
Vienna, VA – List of top 10 emerging eco destinations as the next “best bets” to take folks off the sometimes beaten green path.
What's on your top 10 travel list?
By Hector Dsouza, eTN India
(eTN) - It is a question that has been asked several times over, by visitors as well as national tourist bodies governing destinations, across the world. What makes a destination perfect?