Seychelles President says that Seychelles has enormous potential for blue economy
The Seychelles President, Mr. James Michel, has said that Seychelles has enormous potential to develop its blue economy, following a visit this morning to the Seychelles Fishing Authority (SFA), the Victoria artisanal fishing port, the Providence artisanal … April 2, 2013
Joe Samy from the Seychelles rocks Cape Town
In one of his first forays into South Africa, Joe Samy, the known singer and performer, painted a series of the Seychelles dreamscapes to a Captonian audience through a solid hour of melodious renditions from his latest “Seychelles” album.Performing … April 2, 2013
Seychelles President extends message of solidarity to Mauritius
Seychelles President James Michel has expressed his “great distress and dismay” following the flash floods that have struck Port Louis, where there has been loss of life and widespread damage was caused.In his message to Mauritian Prime Minister, … April 1, 2013
A Seychelles silver anniversary celebration for Eden's Car Hire and Vincent Padayachy
Vincent Padayachy of St. Louis joined all his staff members last Saturday night to celebrate the silver anniversary of his car hire company, Eden’s Cars. Mr. Padayachy was surrounded by his mother, daughter, son, and brothers as he welcomed friends, … April 1, 2013
Seychelles first edition of its Arts Fair will be a platform for visual artists to interact and to showcase their products
Victoria, the capital of Seychelles and the capital of the “World of Creoles,” is again on the move. New projects are being gradually rooted out to bring cultural-related activities to the smallest capital of the world. One such project that is today … April 1, 2013
World Travel Awards - final call for Middle East votes
The World Travel Awards-Middle East have become a hot ticket on the agenda for awards across a myriad of categories in this tourism hub. Firmly established as the leading awards ceremony around the globe, World Travel Awards is celebrating its “iconic” … March 31, 2013
Seychelles private sector tourism trade met in Hong Kong after launch of Air Seychelles inaugural flight
The private sector tourism trade from the Seychelles made time as they were in Hong Kong for the inaugural flight of their national airline to Hong Kong to meet as a group to hear from Cramer Ball, the CEO of Air Seychelles about their forward strategies … March 31, 2013
Seychelles: a cradle of consolation for the politically afflicted
A Letter to the Editor by Sir James Mancham, the First President of the Seychelles, addresses the application of Mr. Sakher El Materi, the son-in-law of former Tunisian President, Zine El Abidine Ben Ali, for political asylum in Seychelles. Sir James … March 31, 2013
Seychelles branded tram in Hong Kong showcases the beauty of the islands
Air Seychelles has launched its branded tram in Hong Kong as part of its marketing drive after launching its new flights launching the mid-ocean tourism islands of the Seychelles and Hong Kong.Pictures of the new Seychelles branded tram spelling out … March 31, 2013
Seychelles at the 57th session of the Commission on the Status of Women (CSW) and 10th meeting of the Commonwealth Gender Plan of Action Monitoring Group (CGPMG)
The 57th session of the Commission on the Status of Women (CSW) took place at the United Nations Headquarters in New York from March 4-15, and had as its priority theme, “Elimination and prevention of all forms of violence against women and girls.” … March 31, 2013
Seychelles launches its niche marketing approach in China starting with golf
The mid-ocean islands of the Seychelles has many unique selling points, and one that has not been pushed is golf holidays, yet the Lemuria Resort of Praslin in the Seychelles has one world-class designer golf course that is rated as one of the best.The … March 29, 2013
Seychelles tourism trade attends the largest travel show in Southern Mainland China, the Guangzhou International Travel Fair (GITF)
The Guangzhou International Travel Fair (GITF) is an annual event that is held in Guangzhou, the capital of the Guangdong Province in Southern China. This year the fair was being held at the China Import and Export Fair Complex from March 7-9, 2013.As … March 29, 2013
Seychelles Tourism Board and members of the Seychelles’ trade join delegation from Air Seychelles, government and members of the press on historic inaugural flight to Hong Kong
Members of the Seychelles tourism board led by the Minister for Tourism & Culture, Alain St.Ange, and the CEO of the Tourism Board, Elsia Grandcourt, joined officials from both Air Seychelles and government and representatives of the Seychelles and … March 29, 2013
President of Macao ASEAN International Chamber of Commerce and Seychelles Minister for Tourism and Culture meet
Mr. Kyan Sulone, the President of the Macao ASEAN International Chamber of Commerce, welcomed Minister Alain St.Ange, the Seychelles Minister responsible for Tourism and Culture, and his delegation to Macao this week for their working visit and to attend … March 29, 2013
Parc de Branfere in France impresses with innovative ecological concept
LOS ANGELES, California - Green Globe announces certification of Parc de Branfere in Morbihan, Brittany, in France. This unique Wildlife and Botanical Park impresses with an innovative ecological concept, based on the idea of total freedom for animals … March 29, 2013
Routes CIS 2013 to take place in Donetsk, Ukraine
Routes is delighted to announce that Donetsk Sergey Prokofiev International Airport was officially appointed today as the Host for the 3rd Routes CIS event, to take place on 21-23 July of this year.Routes CIS is the only route development forum for … March 28, 2013
WTM Vision Conference-Dubai announces industry-leading speaker line-up
World Travel Market, the leading global event for the travel industry, is delighted to announce this year’s line-up of high-caliber speakers for the third WTM Vision Conference – Dubai on 7 May.The event, hosted at fellow Reed Travel Exhibition’s … March 28, 2013
IMEX Group announces Sustainability and APEX/ASTM Standard Compliance Results from IMEX America 2012
In planning and hosting IMEX America 2012, a major goal for show organizers, Regent Exhibitions, was to strike a healthy balance between trade show growth, event quality, and a responsibility to the environment and the local Las Vegas community. With … March 28, 2013
Centra Taum Bali, refreshed and revitalized, ready to welcome back guests
Centra Taum Seminyak Bali, which was closed briefly after flooding that took place in Bali last December, has undergone extensive renovation works and will reopen on April 1, 2013 with a host of new events.Taum Restaurant has a new and more comprehensive … March 28, 2013
Change management, China market at NTA’s Contact
LEXINGTON, Kentucky - When NTA tour operators attend Contact on Hawai`i, the Big Island, August 15-17, they will look past the warm waters to get the cold facts.“For tour operators to thrive in an industry that’s constantly changing, they need … March 28, 2013
Please visit the Joburg Tourism stand at the Rand Show this Easter
If you’re planning on visiting the Rand Show this year, please do pop in at the Joburg Tourism stand (8A05) in Hall 8. The Joburg Tourism team will be on hand to share news about the city’s calendar of events, sites and attractions across a broad … March 28, 2013
With banffhotels.travel, the trip of a lifetime is only a click away
John Purcell, founder and owner of Banff Hotels, aims to provide travelers with a one-stop shop for finding hotels and accommodations in Banff, Canada. When the .travel domain came to be, he knew that having a .travel extension for the Banff Hotels web … March 28, 2013
Grenada offers summer dive specials
ST. GEORGE’S, Grenada - Named the Wreck Diving Capital of the Caribbean by Scuba Diving magazine’s 2012 Readers’ Choice Awards and featuring reefs bursting with vibrant coral gardens, as well as its renowned underwater sculpture park, Grenada is … March 28, 2013
Car rental rates highest in NYC, lowest in Milwaukee
Given its reputation as the most populous and the second most-congested city in the United States, it is perhaps not surprising that New York City has topped a new survey as the most expensive U.S. destination to rent a car. Conducted by CheapCarRental.net … March 28, 2013
Centara Ras Fushi Resort and Spa Maldives now open
Centara Ras Fushi Resort & Spa Maldives, the second resort hotel in the Republic of the Maldives for Thailand’s Centara Hotels & Resorts, is now open and welcoming its first guests.Located on an island just 15 minutes by speedboat from … March 28, 2013
Israeli Travel Agency, Medraft Spirit, touches down with 25th charter flight to Seychelles
The first Air Seychelles flight from Hong Kong touched down Tuesday morning at 6:30 am and was followed in the afternoon by the arrival of another special flight by “El Al,” an Israeli Airline jet, chartered by the travel agency Medraft Spirit.“Our … March 28, 2013
NTA and UMA join for Motorcoach Safety Roundtable
LEXINGTON, Kentucky - NTA and the United Motorcoach Association will host a Motorcoach Safety Roundtable with tour operators and the U.S. Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration on April 11 in Washington, D.C. Organizers look forward to a productive … March 28, 2013
German Congress Center Leipzig partners with Fair Gourmet
LOS ANGELES, California - The Congress Center Leipzig in Leipzig, Germany, has demonstrated corporate social responsibility for years. True to their motto “Growing in Balance,” the company has implemented a transparent and measurable long-term sustainability … March 28, 2013
IMEX announces new hosted buyer benefits to aid time-stretched business execs
Following the successful test and roll-out of a new, single email inbox for hosted buyers at IMEX America last year, the IMEX Group is introducing the same concept for all hosted buyers at IMEX in Frankfurt May 21-23, 2013.The new online tool works … March 28, 2013
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