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Global tourism revenues top $1.5trln

Global tourism revenues top $1.5trln Luggage on conveyor belt at airport. Getty Images Image used for illustrative purpose. Getty Images The data was revealed at the 121st session of the Executive Council of UN Tourism in Barcelona Around 285 million tourists travelled internationally in the first quarter of 2024, 20% more than the same period of last year, while international tourism receipts grew back to $1.5 trillion in 2023, according to UN Tourism data. The data was revealed at the 121st session of the Executive Council of UN Tourism in Barcelona. It welcomed representatives of 47 countries, including 18 ministers of tourism, to advance the organisation’s vision for the sector as it achieves full recovery from the impacts of the pandemic. Opening the session, UN Tourism Secretary-General Zurab Pololikashvili, stressed the need to embrace innovation and grow and direct investment into the sector in order to drive its positive transformation. “With [...]

By |2024-06-17T17:57:25-04:0017 de June de 2024|Tourism|Comments Off on Global tourism revenues top $1.5trln
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The 7 safest caribbean islands to visit for your honeymoon

The 7 safest caribbean islands to visit for your honeymoon Planning your honeymoon is super exciting, but picking a destination that’s both romantic and safe is key. The safest Caribbean islands to visit offer stunning beaches, top accommodations, and the peace of mind you need for a perfect getaway. And we get how important it is to find a calm and secure spot for your romantic escape. f you want to chill in peace, dive into some thrilling adventures, or hit up vibrant nightlife, you can do it all without worrying about safety. The safest Caribbean islands have got you covered, blending fun and security for an epic honeymoon. Here is my short list of the top 7 islands to honeymoon in the Caribbean that offer both serenity, romance, safety, and guaranteed to deliver lasting memories. Here, go explore! Antigua With its 108 square miles of tropical beauty, Antigua offers multiple [...]

By |2024-06-17T17:45:53-04:0017 de June de 2024|Outstanding news, Tourism|Comments Off on The 7 safest caribbean islands to visit for your honeymoon
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‘Caribbean Week’ NYC confab eyes region’s aviation industry

‘Caribbean Week’ NYC confab eyes region’s aviation industry   The return of National Caribbean American Heritage Month in June also marks the return of “Caribbean Week in New York,” the annual international event of tourism-related activities coming to Manhattan’s InterContinental Times Square from June 16 through 21, presented by the Barbados-based Caribbean Tourism Organization (CTO). Beginning with a Sunday morning service on June 16 at Brooklyn’s Lenox Road Baptist Church, the week continues with government and travel industry officials attending a business and tourism marketing symposium focusing on AI technologies and marketing issues, plus other activities. Under this year’s special theme, “Connecting the Globe, Celebrating Diversity,” the future of Caribbean aviation will be highlighted, “emphasizing innovation and connectivity.” The “Caribbean Airlift Forum” — addressing “route development, aviation competitiveness, partnerships, infrastructure investment, regulatory frameworks, and market demand strategies” — is one of the events exploring the role and evolving potential of aviation [...]

By |2024-06-10T14:22:07-04:0010 de June de 2024|Events|Comments Off on ‘Caribbean Week’ NYC confab eyes region’s aviation industry
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Dive into special summer programming at these caribbean hot spots

Dive into special summer programming at these caribbean hot spots. Aruba Aruba, Barbados, and St. Maarten just got even more interesting with special summer events for families, couples, and solo travelers. The kids are out of school, the weather is turning warmer, and it’s time to escape the routine. Over 28 million people choose a vacation in the Caribbean each year, according to the Caribbean Tourism Organization, and for good reason – turquoise water, soft, sandy beaches, delicious food, tropical drinks, and unique cultures represented on each island make for the perfect tropical getaway. If you traveled for the total solar eclipse, you’ll love this celestial experience. The Aruba Marriott Resort & Stellaris Casino turns the full moon into a dinner party at Atardi, a surf and turf pop-up that is indeed steps away from the surf – you’ll sit with your toes in the sand at an elegant [...]

By |2024-06-10T14:04:31-04:0010 de June de 2024|Tourism|Comments Off on Dive into special summer programming at these caribbean hot spots
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Tourism authority sponsors Summer Ball in London

Tourism authority sponsors Summer Ball in London The Bermuda Tourism Authority was unveiled as the headline sponsor of the Caribbean Tourism Organisation’s annual Caribbean Summer Ball to be held in London. The event is scheduled to take place at the Kia Oval on June 13 during the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup, which is being jointly hosted by the Caribbean and the United States. Jamari Douglas, vice-president of marketing, PR and communications at the Bermuda Tourism Authority, said the organisation was honoured to sponsor the event for the first time and collaborate with the CTO. “Our partnership is part of a broader strategy to enhance our presence and promotional efforts in the UK,” he said. “By sponsoring the CTO Summer Ball, the BTA aims to further elevate Bermuda’s profile as a premier travel destination for a diverse array of travellers. “We are confident that this partnership will enhance our engagement with [...]

By |2024-06-10T13:58:59-04:0010 de June de 2024|Events|Comments Off on Tourism authority sponsors Summer Ball in London
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Neos promotes Italian tourism with new Milan-Punta Cana flight

Neos promotes Italian tourism with new Milan-Punta Cana flight   a320neo-ita (photo Air Data News) Neos airline is set to introduce two new destinations for the 2024/25 winter season. For the first time, the Italian carrier will connect Milan/Malpensa (MXP), Italy, with Cartagena (CTG), Colombia, and Punta Cana (PUJ), Dominican Republic. These new routes will operate on a weekly, triangulated schedule from December 22, 2024, to April 27, 2025. According to the Cirium platform, Neos will offer up to 13,642 seats across both destinations using its Boeing 787-9 aircraft, configured with 359 seats: 28 in Premium class and 331 in Economy. With the addition of Cartagena, Neos will become the third airline to offer flights from this Colombian city to Europe, joining Plus Ultra (Madrid) with four weekly flights and KLM (Amsterdam) with daily service. New Neos Flight Schedule: Milan/Malpensa to Punta Cana (NO 790): MXP 08:30 – 13:00 [...]

By |2024-06-17T22:57:12-04:0010 de June de 2024|Outstanding news, Transportation|Comments Off on Neos promotes Italian tourism with new Milan-Punta Cana flight
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A Made in Italy taste in Cuba

A Made in Italy taste in Cuba By Daily Pérez Guillén A “Made in Italy” taste is increasingly appreciated among Cuban palates.  Private and state-owned businesses are incorporating raw materials, equipment and ways of making ice cream, cheese, pasta, yogurt and other foodstuffs. This is a moment of opportunity in Cuba, as several of the entrepreneurs with whom the TTC team exchanged views commented during the International Food, Beverages, Packaging and Food Technology Fair, held a few weeks ago at the Pabexpo fairgrounds in Havana. This was also expressed by the Italian Ambassador to Cuba, Roberto Vellano, in a dossier written for participants of the event: “We are pleased to note the presence of a large and qualified group of Italian companies, which also includes new companies in Cuba. This is an important sign, particularly considering the complex moment that the economy is experiencing and that inevitably affects the commercial and [...]

By |2024-06-10T13:10:47-04:0010 de June de 2024|Business, Outstanding news|Comments Off on A Made in Italy taste in Cuba
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Health on the 2025 Cuba events agenda

Health on the 2025 Cuba events agenda By Daily Pérez Guillén “Universal Health and Equity in Health, based on the One Health paradigm” is the guiding motto of the 5th Cuba Health 2025 International Convention, the 16th Health for All Fair and the 2nd International Medical Tourism and Wellness Fair, to be held between April 21 and 25 next year at the Havana International Conference Center the Pabexpo fairgrounds. This fifth edition will host the first One Health Congress as a novelty, with the purpose of establishing consensus on this paradigm, a pillar of sustainable development. At a press conference, Cuban Ministry of Public Health authorities informed that national and international organizations will be sponsoring the Convention, which aims to discuss public health management models in the post-COVID-19 era. Dr. Ileana Morales Suárez, director of Science and Technological Innovation at the ministry, explained that this space would also serve as a [...]

By |2024-06-10T13:06:39-04:0010 de June de 2024|Events, Outstanding news|Comments Off on Health on the 2025 Cuba events agenda
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Paradise Rainbow Festival: Love and fun in all their forms

Paradise Rainbow Festival: Love and fun in all their forms By: Rachell Cowan Canino To celebrate love in all its forms, Hotel Memories Paraíso, located in Cayo Santa María, will host the Paradise Rainbow Festival, from August 19 to 25. A full week of parties, shows and fun according to the event program, which you can learn more about here. After welcoming guests, the inauguration of the event will see the Show Fantasía Arcoíris (Rainbow Fantasy), with drag performances. Top prizes will be up for grabs, including a week’s stay for two adults at the hotel. Themed breakfasts, pool parties, Cuban afternoons, a carnival to choose a festival star, among other proposals, make up the program. The event is part of Blue Diamond hotel chain’s policy of innovative offers in Cuba under its Resonance brand. As Rafael Villanueva, commercial director of the chain, explained to TTC, “We are going to place [...]

By |2024-06-10T13:16:12-04:003 de June de 2024|Outstanding news, Tourism|0 Comments
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Air China and Ita Airways: A new route for Italians to travel to Cuba

Air China and Ita Airways: A new route for Italians to travel to Cuba By: Rachell Cowan Canino A new possibility recently opened up for Italians who wish to travel to Cuba through the collaboration between Air China and Ita Airways. Since May 17, the new flight route connecting Beijing with Havana has been joined by departures from Rome and soon Milan, with a stopover in Madrid. With two weekly frequencies (Tuesdays and Saturdays), Italians will be able to travel to the Caribbean island on brand-new Boeing 787-9 aircraft with 30 seats in Business, 34 in Premium and 229 in Economy Class. Yanet Mora, Tourism counselor of the Cuban Embassy in Italy, told TTC that this link has two main advantages. Through check-in allows travelers to check in their luggage at origin and not have to pick it up again until the destination, regardless of the stopover, ensuring better enjoyment of [...]

By |2024-06-10T13:16:05-04:003 de June de 2024|Outstanding news, Transportation|0 Comments
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