Puerto Rico Rebounds with a Roar – and a Campaign
Puerto Rico is on the rebound. Discover Puerto Rico, Puerto Rico’s first-ever Destination Marketing Organization (DMO), announced today that 2019 Q1 lodging demand is on par with 2017 Q1 levels just fourteen months post-hurricane Maria, signaling an unprecedented pace of recovery for a destination.
New Study Sheds Light on Sleep Disruptions while Traveling
A global study commissioned by IHG® Hotels & Resorts shows that sleep disruption is a primary concern for travelers, with four in five (80%) stating they have trouble sleeping when traveling away from home. The findings were announced to coincide World Sleep Day, an annual day devoted to tackling important sleep issues. The findings from the survey […]
River Cruise Themes on Avalon to Quench Passionate Interests
From following in the footsteps of a favorite novel series or finding new and rare wines to praise, river cruising is not just about passing iconic scenery while sailing the great rivers of Europe. Avalon Waterways is offering, among a long menu of choices, a chance to sail with Diana Gabaldon, author of the very popular […]
Finding Slices of Heaven through Costa Rican Trails
You could say Costa Rica is one of the rare places that offers more heaven than earth. So, for those seeking a little heaven on earth, Costa Rica will not disappoint. With 27 national parks (and more than 150 protected areas), nearly 1,500 miles of coastline anchored on the Pacific Ocean and Caribbean Sea, Costa […]
NYC’s Times Square Gets New Addition: The Edition
It may have taken seven years, but the new Times Square Edition hotel now open at Seventh Avenue and West 47th Street in New York City marks a milestone for Marriott International and Edition-brand creator Ian Schrager.
Travel Apps More Trouble than They’re Worth?
A traveler hits unexpected traffic on the way to the airport and isn’t quite sure where to return the rental car. In the terminal, there’s a huge line at check-in and uncertainty about the departure gate number because the mobile app on the traveler’s smartphone won’t load. Sound familiar?
Gold Coasts: Head to the Med for These Cruise Port Gems
By Craig Middleton The Mediterranean coast is brimming with incredible sites, cultures, food, and experiences. Here are five must-see sites on the Mediterranean coast worth the cruise.
Luxury Has Many Faces, According to Forbes Travel
Filip Boyen, the new face of Forbes Travel Guide, can tell you something about luxury. He came aboard last year as CEO of Forbes Travel as a veteran of the hospitality industry with record spanning 30 years that started in hotel kitchens and ascended through tough tiers and years with Orient Express Hotels and Belmond, […]
Costa Caribbean Cruise: A Window to Italy
By David Yeskel I’ll be honest. I knew that a 7-day Caribbean sailing on Costa Cruises’ Costa Deliziosa would be different from competing mass-market ships sailing out of South Florida. I just never imagined it would be that different. In fact, it’s more than a cruise experience; I’d actually describe it as a taste of […]
Arizona Rife with New Reasons to Visit
By Norman Sklarewitz Among domestic destinations, Arizona may not jump to mind among all agents as a glamour state. However, if it perhaps lacks a reputation for high-profile events replete with celebrities, breathless television coverage and tabloid stories, that’s fine with the state’s active tourism industry. It’s happy to offer visitors a wide range of […]
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