After being closed for 16 months, Costa Rica’s Poás Volcano National Park has just re-opened to the public.Featuring a new online booking system and new safety measures, the park aims to reclaim its position as one of the country’s most…
Tourism Australia has announced that its signature event for promoting the country as a world-class incentive destination, Dreamtime, will be held in Perth for the first time.As part of the Dreamtime program, Australian industry will have the opportunity to meet…
Hyatt has integrated the Exhale spa brand into its loyalty program, enabling World of Hyatt members to earn and redeem points for Exhale fitness classes and spa treatments.Hyatt acquired Exhale last year. It has 23 locations across the U.S. and…
Fastjet PLC has taken the decision to cease funding Fastjet Airlines Limited, its subsidiary in Tanzania, a move that could see the airline’s operations in Tanzania cease.When reporting its interim results for the six months ending June 2018, fastjet said:…
Fair Trade Tourism (FTT) has signed a paramount partnership agreement with Travelife, the globe’s biggest sustainability certification scheme for tour operators.The agreement sees the two organisations combine forces to offer sustainability training and certification for tour operators throughout Southern Africa,…
Delta Air Lines’ first A220-100 has taken off on its first flight from Mirabel airport, Québec.The aircraft was crewed by A220 programme test pilots.During successful two hour and 53 minutes flight, the crew checked the aircraft’s main systems and landed…
The Southern Africa Tourism Services Association (Satsa) will merge with the South African Youth Travel Confederation (SAYTC) in January next year.The decision was made following a SAYTC AGM in Cederberg recently, where members voted overwhelmingly to join Satsa. This would,…
SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico (AP) — Puerto Rico’s government has bought four new ferries and announced a new departure site for those traveling to two nearby islands popular with tourists.Officials say the move is expected to reduce travel time to…
George Pathori looks at upcoming trends for cruise passengers wanting new ways to explore the world.What’s new in cruising? As usual, there’s lots of razzle-dazzle — laser tag, water slides, zip lines and massive LED screens — along with a…
The luxury resort of Casa de Campo in the Dominican Republic has announced it is investing US$12 million this year to further enhance its reputation as a world-class resort.Located on the south eastern coast of the Dominican Republic, the impressive…
