The inspection’s primary focus was violations of service levels, including food and drink quality control and signage for local laws regarding prostitution.RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL – Inspect…
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Apple Leisure Group sold
Private-equity companies KSL Capital Partners and KKR have agreed to acquire Apple Leisure Group from Bain Capital for an undisclosed price.The acquisition is expected to close in the first quarter of…
The TSO, Toronto Symphony Orchestra, Canada. 17 days to Canada’s 150th #Canada150photo No. 134
The TSO performing Beethoven’s 9th Symphony. Photo ©CanadianandWorldTourism/Canada en Español/Cactus Rock New Media – Canada 150 logo used with permission from the Government o…
Commercial Office of Peru in India organises seminar on the wonders of Peru
The Commercial Office of Peru in India recently organised a seminar aptly titled, “Peru: Empire of Hidden Treasures,” which was aimed at Indian tourists who are yet to explore the wonders …
Vancouver Art Gallery, Vancouver, Canada. 18 days to Canada’s 150th #Canada150photo No. 133
The Vancouver Art Gallery on Robson Square, downtown Vancouver. Photo ©CanadianandWorldTourism/Canada en Español/Cactus Rock New Media – Canada 150 logo used with permission from the…
Latin America witnesses 45% increase in night stay in 2016
Tourico Holidays, a leading travel wholesaler, has revealed that Latin America has witnessed a 45% year-over-year increase in hotel room nights booked.The strong growth has been attributed to big incr…
Hyatt Regency debuts in Cartagena, Columbia
Hyatt Hotels Corporation has confirmed the opening of Hyatt Regency Cartagena, the first Hyatt-branded hotel in Colombia.The 261-room hotel features a range of dining experiences including Kokaú…
Exploring the New Centro and Port Zone of Rio de Janeiro
Primarily only thought of as an area to work or conduct business, today, Rio’s commercial district of Centro is revitalized and is now a must-see stop on any tourist’s itinerary.RIO DE JAN…
Peru wins fifth consecutive tourism award for best food
The World Travel Awards (WTA) have selected Peru as the World’s Leading Culinary Destination in 2016 for the fifth consecutive year.The “Oscars” of tourism have designated Peru as th…
Pretty House in Lunenburg, Nova Scotia, Canada. 24 days to Canada’s 150th #Canada150photo No. 127
Colourful house in Lunenburg, Nova Scotia. Photo ©CanadianandWorldTourism/Canada en Español/Cactus Rock New Media – Canada 150 logo used with permission from the Government of Canada…