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Gran Caribe Hotels invites you to enjoy incredible vacations in Havana and Varadero

Gran Caribe Hotels invites you to enjoy incredible vacations in Havana and Varadero Havana and the famous beach resort of Varadero are among the favorite Cuban tourist destinations for travelers from all over the world. Every year, they receive groups of friends, families and couples who enjoy unforgettable vacations and quality time. The Gran Caribe Hotel Group offers attractive accommodation options in both destinations. Hotel Nacional de Cuba A flagship of the Cuban hotel and tourism industry. With a privileged geographical location, in the heart of Vedado, and situated on a hill a few meters from Havana’s Malecon, the hotel offers wonderful sea views. The magnificent building dating from the 1930s in an eclectic Spanish style is inscribed in the UNESCO World Memory Register, is a National Monument and won the 2023 Travel and Luxury Awards. This 5-star facility is ideal for business trips and events, as well as for family, [...]

By |2024-03-05T12:41:30-04:005 de March de 2024|Tourism|0 Comments

Jardines del Rey: the Fitcuba 2024 exclusive destination

Jardines del Rey: the Fitcuba 2024 exclusive destination Central eastern Cuba is home to one of the most important tourist resorts in the Caribbean country. The group of keys, islands and islets that received the name Jardines del Rey (King's Gardens) between 1513 and 1514 in honor of the then Spanish monarch Ferdinand the Catholic, offers travelers an excellent tropical climate, beaches and nautical attractions in an environment of total tranquility and relaxation. With shallow waters, the archipelago has the resources to maintain a balance with the natural environment and offers an enormous potential for ecotourism, with beautiful seabeds, peculiar bird species, unique natural formations and a whole natural universe of color, ideal for snorkeling or diving, as reflected in several official surveys undertaken by the Gaviota Tourism Group on visitors who repeat their stay in the keys. Cayo Coco and Cayo Guillermo are natural scenarios for the practice of aquatic [...]

By |2024-03-05T12:38:06-04:005 de March de 2024|Events|0 Comments

Key technology trends for the MICE industry in 2024

Key technology trends for the MICE industry in 2024 By: José Enrique Salgado Febles, PhD. Meetings, incentives, congresses and exhibitions tourism, generally known as MICE, has recovered from practically zero following the pandemic years. This type of tourism, considered the thirteenth most important economic activity in the sector worldwide, with a revenue of 2.5 trillion dollars, employs close to 2.5 million people, according to a report by Entorno Turístico. The number of international association congresses doubled in the last seven years, despite the pandemic, from just over 12,000 in 2016 to about 24,000, according to the International Congress and Convention Association (ICCA), marking the growth trend of the last five decades. In Latin America, MICE comprises 8-9% of total tourism activity, demonstrating its profitability and growth. But this trend does not ensure a steady flow of visitors and tourists for all destinations, brands or companies in the tourism sector in general, [...]

By |2024-03-05T12:34:50-04:005 de March de 2024|Outstanding news, Specials|0 Comments

Curaçao: an island of more than sun and beaches

Curaçao: an island of more than sun and beaches By Marina Menéndez The orange gabled roofs, seen from the sky, are a glimpse of the colorfulness awaiting travelers’ eyes on setting foot in Willemstad, the capital of Curaçao. The exquisite colonial buildings evoke the architecture of Amsterdam, but the explosion of colors is much more dazzling on this island. The cheerful bright blue, green, red and yellow façades are far removed from Curaçao’s dark past as a major market of the Atlantic slave trade. A legacy of those times is the 18th century drum, music genre and dance form known as tambú, dubbed the Curaçao blues, through which slaves expressed their sorrows. The indigenous inhabitants of the island were also enslaved following colonization by Spain, and taken to the island baptized with the demonym of the Crown: La Española (Hispaniola). Today, however, all this is a past evident only in the [...]

By |2024-03-05T12:29:21-04:005 de March de 2024|Outstanding news, Tourism|0 Comments

Cuba: A destination for German tourism

Cuba: A destination for German tourism Interview with Orlando Ramos Blanco, director of the Cuban Tourism Office in Berlin By Daily Pérez Guillén According to specialized travel sites, German tourists’ preferred vacation activities include visiting monuments and castles, tasting and buying regional products, riding bicycles and enjoying the sea. That said, Cuba appears an ideal destination for them, and judging by the statistics, there is hope. At the end of 2023, Germans ranked sixth among international visitors to the island, with the figure rising from 58,715 in 2022, to 69,475 German tourists last year. “That trend of gradual and progressive recovery is also appreciable so far this 2024, in a period in which Germany has ranked fifth,” Orlando Ramos Blanco, director of the Cuban Tourism Office in Berlin, told TTC. He also noted the challenge of achieving an increase of about 26% compared to 2023 in the current year. “Of particular [...]

By |2024-03-05T15:48:09-04:005 de March de 2024|Events, Outstanding news|0 Comments

The Best Caribbean Islands to Visit in 2024

The best Caribbean Islands to visit in 2024 The Caribbean Islands are a slice of paradise on earth, offering a unique blend of sun-drenched beaches, crystal-clear waters, vibrant cultures, and lush tropical landscapes. As we look ahead to 2024, some islands stand out as must-visit destinations for travelers seeking an unforgettable Caribbean getaway. Here’s a look at the best Caribbean Islands to visit in 2024: 1. Turks and Caicos: Known for its world-class resorts, pristine beaches, and excellent snorkeling opportunities, Turks and Caicos continue to be a favorite among luxury travelers. Grace Bay Beach is a hallmark of the island’s beauty with its powdery white sand and azure waters. 2. St. Lucia: St. Lucia is famous for its dramatic twin coastal peaks, the Pitons. The island offers a perfect mix of relaxation and adventure with its luxurious resorts, volcanic beaches, reef-diving sites, and rainforested interior that beckons hikers and nature lovers. [...]

By |2024-03-04T19:32:22-04:004 de March de 2024|Tourism|0 Comments

Resort, hotel, festival, and travel highlights for 2024

Resort, hotel, festival, and travel highlights for 2024 Tourism in the Caribbean is on a steady rise, and there is a lot of travel news for resorts, renovations, reopenings, expanded flight service, and upcoming festivals in the region. During the Caribbean Tourism Organization’s State of the Tourism Industry Conference in October, travel ministers and leaders from 14 countries shared some of the biggest highlights for the year ahead. During the conference tourism leaders discussed the vital role of sustainability, investments in the regions, and industry growth. Starting with the host country, and then listed alphabetically, here is some of the top news announced for travel destinations in 2024 and beyond. Turks and Caicos Turks and Caicos is focused on the expansion of tourism projects outside of Providenciales, to get travellers exploring South Caicos, Salt Cay, Grand Turk, and North and Middle Caicos. Presented by Wesley Clerveaux, Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Tourism, [...]

By |2024-03-04T19:28:36-04:004 de March de 2024|Tourism|0 Comments

“Taste of Virgin Gorda,” the second Food Fete event for the year

“Taste of Virgin Gorda,” the second Food Fete event for the year The British Virgin Islands Tourist Board & Film Commission say they are excited to announce the “Taste of Virgin Gorda,” the second Food Fete event for the year, a spectacular culinary event that will take place at the Nail Bay Sugar Works Virgin Gorda National Park (Ruins at Nail Bay) on Saturday, 16th March, from 5:00 pm to 10:00 pm. Set against this historic backdrop of breathtaking views, the event promises to be a gastronomic journey like no other. “Taste of Virgin Gorda” will feature a selection of the island’s renowned restaurants including Winnie’s Steakhouse, Island Pot, Chez Bamboo, Coco Maya, Jerk Pit, Top of The Baths, Rock Café, MOKA, The Village Café, Lee’s Roadside Bar & Grill, and Sugarcane Restaurant; each serving sample-sized plates of their signature dishes. Attendees will have the opportunity to indulge in a variety [...]

By |2024-03-04T19:19:01-04:004 de March de 2024|Tourism|0 Comments

UN Tourism Secretary-General outlines plans to boost job creation in the Caribbean

UN Tourism Secretary-General outlines plans to boost job creation in the Caribbean UN Tourism Secretary-General, His Excellency Zurab Zurab Pololikashvili UN Tourism Secretary-General H.E. Zurab Pololikashvili has outlined plans to boost job creation and investment in the Caribbean’s tourism industry. Mr. Pololikashvili was a keynote speaker during the just concluded 2nd Global Tourism Resilience Day Conference at the Montego Bay Convention Centre. Underscoring the importance of building the resilience of tourism in the Caribbean, he stated: “We need presence; we need to support families whose income is only from tourism and agriculture, and fishing.” That’s why, he said, with the support of ministers present, “I promise all Jamaicans and all Caribbeans that we’ll be here talking about how to develop the tourist industry and how to create new jobs.” The Secretary-General underscored that jobs were crucial, as well as education, stressing that UN Tourism would be focussing more on [...]

By |2024-03-04T19:16:05-04:004 de March de 2024|Tourism|0 Comments

Brazil Tourism Campaign Focuses on Afro Centric Regions

Brazil Tourism Campaign Focuses on Afro Centric Regions Near Ilê Aiyê temple in Salvador Brazil © Brian Major The Brazilian Tourist Board (Embratur) is focusing on the country’s African heritage its latest consumer promotion, which features videos and ads highlighting Brazilian “Afro-tourism destinations” including Fernando de Noronha, Salvador, Recife and the Amazon region. The videos and ads will premiere this month via a pact between Embratur and the Brazilian Micro and Small Business Support Service (Sebrae). They follow a traveler as she experiences a journey through the Afro-centric Brazilian regions. Utilizing the theme “It's spectacular. It's for you," the campaign is designed to reinforce “the positioning of promoting the diversity, sustainability, and Afro-tourism of destinations in Brazil,” said Embratur officials in a statement. “Brazil has the ideal destination for every type of tourist,” said Marcelo Freixo, Embratur’s president. “With its rich culture, African heritage, sun-kissed beaches, the world's largest biodiversity [...]

By |2024-03-04T19:11:48-04:004 de March de 2024|Outstanding news, Tourism|0 Comments
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