The Caribbean’s private sector has a unique opportunity to generate strong profits in the new year with the unprecedented quantity of airlift coming into the region.Director general of the Caribbean Hotel & Tourism Association, Frank Comito, encouraged regional stakeholders to…
The National Congress of Argentina has approved the creation of the Iberá National Park.Located in the province of Corrientes, in the north-east of the country, it has a surface of 159,800 hectares and will become one of the attractions of…
I’ve been to Colombia’s capital city several times, for both work and pleasure. It’s a sophisticated city, with lots to do. I’ve stayed at both hotels in Bogota and apartment rentals, and sincerely enjoyed both experiences. The decision on whether…
The Bespoke Travel Group, the company behind luxury travel brands Bespoke Brazil and Bespoke Latin America, has rebranded under the name Humboldt.The travel company, which specialises in luxurious tailor-made packages to Latin America, have changed their identity to exemplify the…
For tour operators and DMCs looking to grow their South American clientele, Tourism Update asked some industry experts how best to package for this emerging market.Factors to considerIt is widely accepted that the language barrier can be a big turn…
Reed Travel Exhibition had appointed a new portfolio director for the World Travel Market brand.Claude Blanc, who has over 25 years of experience within the travel trade and hospitality industry, takes on the overall responsibility for all events in the…
TAP Air Portugal will launch five return flights per week from Lisbon to Chicago O’Hare on June 1st.Later the same month, on June 16th the airline will additionally add five weekly trips from Lisbon to Washington-Dulles.TAP is the leading airline…
LATAM Airlines Brazil has announced it will commence its non-stop service to Munich, Germany, from São Paulo on June 25th next year with tickets now on sale.LATAM will operate four weekly flights on the route using Boeing 767 aircraft with…
Etihad Airways has launched its first ever scheduled flights linking Abu Dhabi and Barcelona.The inaugural flight, EY49, departed Abu Dhabi this morning carrying a special delegation including dignitaries, media representatives, and senior members of Etihad Airways’ management team.The UAE national…
United, Copa and Avianca have reached a joint business agreement covering travel between the U.S. and 19 countries in Central and South America.Pending regulatory approvals, the carriers, already partners through the Star Alliance, would be able to share revenue, more…
