Centara works with EarthCheck as part of its green and sustainable tourism policy
BANGKOK, Thailand - Centara Hotels & Resorts, throughout its 30-year history, has always believed passionately in green and sustainable tourism, a policy that is at the heart of the company and which engages every property in its portfolio.With … May 21, 2013
Seychelles admitted as member of the “East-3-Route” initiative of Africa
In February this year, the Seychelles Minister responsible for Tourism and Culture, Mr. Alain St.Ange, opened discussions with Minister Michael Mabuyakhulu, the Minister for Economic Development & Tourism of the Kwazulu-Natal Provincial Government … May 20, 2013
Seychelles joins Africa in lighting of the Africa Union flame
The Seychelles Former President, Mr. France Albert Rene, lit the flame of the African Union in the presence of Seychelles President James Alix Michel in a symbolic ceremony held at State House this morning. The ceremony was attended by dignitaries as … May 20, 2013
Seychelles set to launch its Africa Day 2013 celebrations from this coming Wednesday
The Seychelles Ministry of Tourism and Culture has confirmed that from this coming Wednesday they are joining Africa to mark the 2013 Africa Day Celebrations through their very own FetAfrik.The island's FetAfrik Committee have come out with a fully-fledged, … May 20, 2013
Seychelles Tourism Board and Airtel strengthen partnership through Memorandum of Understanding
The Seychelles Tourism Board and Airtel Seychelles has forged a new level of cooperation and partnership through the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding.The Memorandum of Understanding signed on Friday, May 17, between Elsia Grandcourt, the … May 20, 2013
Seychelles Minister for Tourism and Culture addressed the tourism trade & press at INDABA 2013 in Durban South Africa
Alain St.Ange, the Seychelles Minister responsible for Tourism and Culture invited to take center stage at a tourism trade breakfast meeting in Durban hosted by the MEC for KwaZulu Natal South Africa responsible for Economic Development and Tourism, Minister … May 20, 2013
From Galapagos to Machu Picchu – Latin Trails offers it all
Latin Trails is a South America tour and travel operator with 20 years of experience. They offer authentic travel experiences in Ecuador and Peru, customized for groups, families, and individuals based on their unique interests.The Galapagos and … May 19, 2013
Seychelles Minister for Tourism meets Mr. Akbar Al-Bakar, CEO of Qatar Airways
Minister Alain St.Ange, the Seychelles Minister of Tourism and Culture, met Mr. Akbar Al-Bakar, the CEO of Qatar Airways, at the Arabian Travel Market (ATM) Qatar Airways stand when he was in Dubai for the 2013 ATM tourism trade fair.Since his appointment … May 19, 2013
Seychelles tourism at ATM 2013 in Dubai
The Seychelles tourism trade joined the island’s Minister responsible for Tourism and Culture, Alain St.Ange; their Tourism Board CEO, Elsia Grandcourt; Mohamed S. Al Geziry from Mohamed Al Geziry, the islands’ representatives in Dubai; and Aliette … May 19, 2013
Avis Car Hire celebrates 40 years of service in Seychelles
In 1973, Kaven Parcou and Norman Esselmont set up the Avis Car Hire operation in Seychelles. This followed the official opening of the Seychelles International Airport by Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth in 1972 which launched in earnest.Mr. Thierry … May 19, 2013
From the Seychelles, the adventure by Nikon professional photographer, Imran Ahmad
Imran Ahmad B. Rayat Ahmad is a Nikon professional photographer known as the photographer of the Edition Fifty Fathoms, and he is a member of the Ocean Artist Society.From the Seychelles, Imran said: “Many would ask if I’ve dived the best sites … May 19, 2013
Facebook: Reunion Island Tourism welcomes its 100,000th fan!
Since the end of 2010, Reunion Island Tourism has been inviting travel netizensto Facebook, the world's largest social network. Today, in May 2013, 100,000 fans
are onboard to explore and discover “island travel."
According to the barometer of the … May 17, 2013
Travel Exchange means US$114 million to NTA members
LEXINGTON, Kentucky - Travel Exchange 2013 generated 114 million reasons for NTA members to smile, association leaders announced today. That’s the amount of total business - US$114 million - conducted by NTA members who attended the show in Orlando, … May 17, 2013
Seychelles on CNN Inside Africa program this week
This week on CNN’s Inside Africa they’re venturing off the coast of Kenya and heading to smallest nation in Africa – the Seychelles. This once uninhabited island chain is much more than a tourist destination. It’s home to rare and exotic plants … May 17, 2013
MICE destination Italy meets the world in Frankfurt at IMEX 2013
FRANKFURT, Germany - ENIT, the Italian State Tourist Board, will participate in the 11th edition of IMEX, a major promotions platform for the international meetings industry. The aim is to make Italy the protagonist of top destinations for business tourism … May 17, 2013
ICTP supports the launch of a new wind turbine technology by its partner UGE and urges the travel & tourism sector to shift to renewable energies
HAWAII, USA; BRUSSELS, Belgium; VICTORIA, Seychelles; BALI, Indonesia - After more than a year of dedicated research and development, Urban Green Energy (UGE) is launching VisionAIR, its most advanced wind turbine yet. VisionAIR has been designed to maximize … May 16, 2013
Skal International continues its industry positioning papers
The Executive Committee of Skal International along with the Skal International Council met in Bali, Indonesia, earlier this month to discuss both internal and external matters pertaining to the organization.States International President Mok Singh: … May 16, 2013
Luxury travel Vietnam reveals its successful story of over 9 years
Luxury Travel Ltd. [ www.luxurytravelvietnam.com ] reveals its successful story of becoming Vietnam’s first luxury travel and tour operator on the Indochinese Peninsula, allowing you to meet the founding CEO, Pham Ha, who is determined to create the … May 16, 2013
Rosalie Bay Resort protects endangered sea turtles on Dominica
LOS ANGELES, California - Green Globe member the Rosalie Bay Resort, located on Dominica in the Caribbean, is one the world’s best ethical destinations. This eco-resort is a pioneer on Dominica when it comes to the environment. Rosalie Bay’s owner, … May 16, 2013
KwaZulu Natal thanked by Seychelles Minister of Tourism & Culture
Alain St.Ange, the Seychelles Minister responsible for Tourism and Culture used the opportunity of a Tourism Trade breakfast meeting in Durban to take to the podium to thank Minister Michael Mabuyakhulu, the MEC responsible for Economic Development and … May 16, 2013
Seychelles delegation back home from Indaba 2013 Tourism Trade Fair in South Africa
The Seychelles delegation to the INDABA 2013 Tourism Trade Fair in Durban, South Africa, is back in Seychelles after another successful tourism promotional operation for the islands.With representatives from the island’s Destination Management Companies … May 16, 2013
Voting for Miss Seychelles People’s Choice Award reaps positive turn out
Voting has begun for Miss Seychelles People's Choice Award, ahead of the pageant to be held at Eden Plaza on Saturday, May 25.Besides the coveted “Miss Seychelles - another world” title, the 14 contestants, aged between 18 and 22, are also vying … May 16, 2013
Statement by the Tourist Office of Reunion Island on surfer’s fatal accident
LE REUNION- With sadness and dismay the Tourist Office of Reunion Island (IRT) addressed the misfortune of the fatal accident involving a surfer who entered the ocean despite official warnings to stay out of the water. The IRT would like to express to … May 16, 2013
SATTE garners invigorating response at ATM 2013
At the recently concluded Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2013, SATTE - South Asia's leading b2b travel and tourism event, enjoyed great response among exhibitors as well as visitors.At ATM 2013, GCC countries such as Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi … May 16, 2013
Routes Europe hands over to Marseille for 2014
BUDAPEST, Hungary - After a successful Routes Europe event in Budapest, which with 1,100 delegates was the largest regional route development event ever, Budapest Airport officially handed over to Marseille-Provence Airport, the host of the 2014 event. … May 16, 2013
International tourism receipts grew by 4 percent in 2012
Receipts from international tourism in destinations around the world grew by 4% in 2012 reaching US$1075 billion. This growth is equal to the 4% increase in international tourist arrivals which reached 1035 million in 2012. An additional US$219 billion … May 16, 2013
Centara’s Life’s A Beach package includes spa treatments
Centara Hotels & Resorts is offering a package at selected beachside properties in which breakfast for two is included along with welcome cocktails and the choice of one 60-minute Thai massage for two at a beachfront sala or a 60-minute aromatherapy … May 16, 2013
Darmstadt ranks among top 10 convention cities in Germany
LOS ANGELES, California - Green Globe member the darmstadtium can look back to a successful year 2012. The momentum gained last year has been carried into the New Year, and the first quarter of 2013 shows a great surplus in sales.The current ranking … May 15, 2013
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