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China – Tajikistan Tourism: Presidents agreed to improve cooperation
Juergen T Steinmetz- June 16, 2019Tourism was on the agenda, when Tajikistan President Emomali Rahmon and Chinese President Xi Jinping held talks Saturday, agreeing to ... Read More
Tit for tat: India slaps high tariffs on 28 US products effective Sunday
Chief Assignment Editor- June 15, 2019Indian government announced that it will impose higher tariffs on 28 US products, including almonds, apples and walnuts, tomorrow, in ... Read More
Tear gas and burning tires in Rio de Janeiro and Sao Paulo as Brazilians begin general strike
Chief Assignment Editor- June 14, 2019Thousands of Brazilians have joined a general strike, called for by trade unions, to protest against pension reforms being discussed ... Read More
Swiss Space Tourism: A ticket to ride for US$100
editor- June 14, 2019Boris Otter, future space tourist, is creating a federation of astronaut enthusiasts: an extraordinary opportunity where 5 winning individuals will ... Read More
‘Super Power’ artwork on display at Heathrow Airport
Chief Assignment Editor- June 13, 2019A canopy of brightly coloured umbrellas has appeared at Heathrow as part of an initiative to raise awareness of neuro-developmental ... Read More
Centara Marks Important Environmental Events with Beachfront Campaign and Plastic-hungry Sea Life Creatures
editor- June 10, 2019Centara Hotels & Resorts, Thailand’s leading hotel operator, is marking this year’s World Environment Day (5th June) and Ocean Day ... Read More
IATA Diversity & Inclusion Awards announced winners
Juergen T Steinmetz- June 10, 2019Nominations for the awards were adjudicated by a panel of four judges: Angela Gittens, Director General, Airports Council International; Gloria ... Read More
Tourism Enthusiasts Protest Possible Giveaway Of Murchison Falls For Dam Construction By Ugandan Government
Jonathan Benaiah- June 9, 2019Last week on Friday, many Ugandans especially those in the tourism and conservation circles were shocked when an advert appeared ... Read More
120,000-year-old fossilized prehistoric whale bone found at Oceanside Beach Resorts in California
Juergen T Steinmetz- June 9, 2019After the groundbreaking of Oceanside’s two beachfront resorts marked a milestone for this Southern California city’s tourism industry. The project ... Read More
Dark Tourism: South Korea using massacre to lure tourists
Linda Hohnholz, eTN editor- June 7, 2019What is often referred to as dark tourism is now a hopeful light in terms of tourism for South Korea. ... Read More
Four Seasons Hotel Philadelphia open doors at city’s tallest building
Dmytro Makarov- June 5, 2019"The history and culture of Philadelphia are so often expressed in the characteristic storytelling of its art and architecture. Now, ... Read More
Treehouse Hotels: New brand from Starwood Capital Group
Dmytro Makarov- June 5, 2019Hotel visionary Barry Sternlicht, and Chairman and CEO of Starwood Capital Group, founder of W Hotels, has once again worked ... Read More
RIU Hotels & Resorts joins UN’s “Beat Air Pollution” program
Chief Assignment Editor- June 5, 2019For World Environment Day, once again this year RIU Hotels & Resorts has joined the United Nations’ program #BeatAirPollution, in ... Read More
U.S. Travel Association: Holds IPW Press Conference and you’re there
editor- June 5, 2019Roger Dow, U.S. Travel Association President and CEO was the first to speak at the U.S. Travel Association’s IPW Press ... Read More
Chinese travelers ‘harassed’: Beijing issues US travel warning
Chief Assignment Editor- June 4, 2019China has issued a travel warning to its citizens traveling to the US, citing reports that trade war tensions have ... Read More
Qatar Airways recognized for its commitment to preventing illegal endangered wildlife trade
Chief Assignment Editor- June 3, 2019Qatar Airways is today celebrating becoming the world’s first airline to achieve a new industry standard for the prevention of ... Read More
‘Premium Tap Water’ brand for tourists is named
Dmytro Makarov- June 3, 2019Inspired by Iceland launch Kranavatn, a premium tap water 'brand' aimed to encourage travellers to tackle plastic waste and ‘drink ... Read More
CTO: Authentic Caribbean experiences driving influences for travelers’ holiday plans
Chief Assignment Editor- June 1, 2019Today’s traveler demands a more authentic cultural experience and is exploring destinations that highlight artistic, musical, culinary, literary, social, religious ... Read More
ICAO: CAA International to strengthen aviation safety oversight in Sierra Leone
Chief Assignment Editor- May 30, 2019CAA International (CAAi), the technical cooperation arm of the UK Civil Aviation Authority (UK CAA), is to assist the Sierra ... Read More
New partnership to focus on sustainable tourism in Europe
Chief Assignment Editor- May 29, 2019Four leading tourism organisations and academic institutions – CELTH (the Center of Expertise Leisure, Tourism & Hospitality), ETC (the European ... Read More
Hard Rock International honors legendary Freddie Mercury
Chief Assignment Editor- May 29, 2019Hard Rock International announced a continuation of its partnership with The Mercury Phoenix Trust, a UK charity created in memory ... Read More
Mexican Caribbean revolutionizes tourism through sustainable initiatives
Chief Assignment Editor- May 28, 2019Boasting turquoise waters, lush wild jungle and historic Mayan architecture, the Mexican Caribbean has implemented revolutionary sustainable practices to maintain ... Read More
Canada explores new ways to reduce transportation pollution
Chief Assignment Editor- May 24, 2019Clean growth is essential for Canada's transportation system – to meet our emission reduction targets, grow our economy, and build ... Read More
Carnival Sunrise named by godmother Kelly Arison at Manhattan Cruise Terminal
Chief Assignment Editor- May 24, 2019Following a $200 million dry dock that is already generating raves from guests sailing on its first cruises out of ... Read More
2.8 million travel on U.S. airlines every day
Juergen T Steinmetz- May 21, 2019Airlines for America (A4A), announced today that it expects a record 257.4 million passengers — an average of 2.8 million per ... Read More
Uber and Lyft say no to local authority
editor- May 20, 2019When local transportation in US cities becomes congested, noisy, or has safety concerns, they are able to manage their roads ... Read More
Thomas Cook Failure: Who to trust and how to communicate
Andrew J. Wood - eTN Thailand- May 20, 2019Thomas Cooks shares are effectively worth nothing right now. Thousands of British tourists looking forward to their holidays are not ... Read More
A Strike on the Horizon: Hilton Hawaiian Village and The Modern Honolulu ?
Juergen T Steinmetz- May 17, 2019Guests having booked the Hilton Hawaiian Village may be in for a surprise. The Hilton is the largest hotel in ... Read More
Sinalei Reef Resort & Spa supports ambitious tree planting goal for Samoa
Chief Assignment Editor- May 16, 2019As part of Sinalei Reef Resort & Spa’s ever-evolving efforts to ensure a healthier and greener earth, the team is ... Read More
Palo Alto Garden Court Hotel announces new Director of Sales and Marketing
Chief Assignment Editor- May 14, 2019The Garden Court Hotel in downtown Palo Alto introduces Connie Villeta, an established sales and management professional, as the new ... Read More
Pedaling for a purpose? United Airlines assists AIDS/LifeCycle cyclists
Chief Assignment Editor- May 8, 2019United Airlines announced today it is offering an airfare discount and free checked bikes for customers flying to ride in ... Read More
Snazzy new job title and new hire at AIM: Director of Innovation
editor- May 7, 2019AIM Group International, a global company in congresses, events, and communication, announced the establishment of a new strategic position, with ... Read More
Strategic travel agreement between Singapore and India a step in the right direction
Anil Mathur - eTN India- May 4, 2019A Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) was signed between Sentosa Development Corporation (SDC) of Singapore and Thomas Cook (India) Ltd. to ... Read More
Centara Grand & Convention Centre at CentralWorld Bangkok to reaffirm status as Thailand’s leading MICE venue
Juergen T Steinmetz- May 3, 2019Centara Hotels & Resorts, Thailand’s leading hotel operator, is anticipating one of the strongest years to date for Centara Grand ... Read More
Wimbledon 2019: Winning plans for players and spectators
Rita Payne - special to eTN- May 2, 2019The All England Lawn Tennis Club (AELTC) has announced a series of significant changes for The Championships 2019 and beyond. ... Read More
Airbnb v. Hotels: Competing and benefiting in the sharing economy
Chief Assignment Editor- May 1, 2019Researchers from the Tepper School of Business at Carnegie Mellon University published new research which sheds new light on the ... Read More