RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL – Although Carnival hasn’t officially begun, it feels like it is already here. So here is a guide to a few handy places that are open all-hours, or at least after-ho…
Air Canada enters NZ market, offers non-stop flights to Vancouver
Air Canada is looking to take advantage of New Zealand’s love of travel, announcing flights between Auckland and Vancouver.The North American airline will operate a seasonal route, comprising fo…
ASTA criticizes flattering ‘Today’ report on Costco Travel
ASTA is irked about a segment on NBC’s “Today” show that highlighted Costco’s reputation for saving vacationers money.The trade group called Thursday’s report a “li…
Landmark London claims prestigious place on Sunday Times list
The Landmark London has been named in the Sunday Times 100 Best Companies to Work For for the second consecutive year.Being one of only two hotels to receive this prestigious accolade, the Landmark Lo…
Curio Collection headed to the Cayman Islands following latest signing
Hilton has signed an agreement with NCB Group for a new Curio Collection property in the Cayman Islands.Scheduled to open in 2021, the new-build 80-room hotel will usher in a new era of upper upscale …
Dhradhul to lead Tourism Council of Bhutan
Dorji Dhradhul has joined the Tourism Council of Bhutan as director general.Prior to joining the organisation, Dhradhul served as dzongda (chief administrator) of Gasa District.During his tenure he sp…
Seychelles North Island to debut Marriott’s ASMALLWORLD Hotel portfolio
In December, Seychelles North Island resort will join the Marriott International portfolio of properties through a franchise agreement, following which it will be operating as ‘North Island, a L…
How to Vacation Abroad for Less Than You’d Spend in the USA
During my most recent visit to central Mexico, I traveled with my best friend from high school (his name’s Mark Porter) on a multi-destination vacation that started in Mexico City, then headed t…
QT Hotels & Resorts headed for Adelaide debut
Event Hospitality & Entertainment has entered into a management agreement for its newest QT Hotels & Resorts property.The hotel is set to open in Adelaide at 62 Currie St.This will be the elev…
Kinder, gentler waterpark coming to Caribbean Princess
ABOARD THE CARIBBEAN PRINCESS — Princess Cruises will create a small waterpark on the Caribbean Princess during a June drydock, the first time the line has offered such a feature on one of its s…