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Ciénaga de Zapata: The venue for TURNAT 2026

Ciénaga de Zapata: The venue for TURNAT 2026 By Daily Pérez Guillén The Ciénaga de Zapata (Zapata Swamp National Park) will host the 15th edition of the most important international nature event organized by Cuba, held every two years, in 2026, as announced by Tourism Minister Juan Carlos García Granda at the closing ceremony of TURNAT 2024 in Santiago de Cuba. The minister stressed that the event was a celebration of nature, sustainable tourism and the inexhaustible potential of the eastern region of the archipelago. “We have had the opportunity to immerse ourselves in unique experiences that have brought us closer to the purest essence of our land through farm tours, explorations, photographic safaris, accessible tourism, hikes and we have rediscovered the wonders that this country has to offer,” he noted. García Granda also stated that TURNAT 2024 strengthened the commitment to promote tourism that values and respects nature, create new [...]

By |2024-09-30T11:25:55-04:0030 de September de 2024|Events, Outstanding news|Comments Off on Ciénaga de Zapata: The venue for TURNAT 2026
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Delta plans a record transatlantic expansion next summer

Delta plans a record transatlantic expansion next summer Delta plans a record summer 2025 transatlantic expansion with seven new routes and additional service to existing destinations. Several of the new routes are to destinations in Italy. Starting next May, Delta will fly four times per week between Boston and Milan, Minneapolis-St. Paul and Rome, and Atlanta and Naples. Delta also will operate daily service between New York and Catania in Sicily. Other new routes launching in May include Detroit and Dublin (four times weekly), Atlanta and Brussels (three times weekly), and Boston and Barcelona (three times weekly). Delta plans to expand service between Atlanta and Athens, Rome, Barcelona and Zurich; and between Detroit and Munich. In all, Delta plans to operate more than 700 weekly flights to 33 European destinations. Source: Business Travel News

By |2024-09-24T10:24:37-04:0024 de September de 2024|Transportation|Comments Off on Delta plans a record transatlantic expansion next summer
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UN Tourism joins G20 Presidency to discuss the future of tourism policies and governance

UN Tourism joins G20 Presidency to discuss the future of tourism policies and governance UN Tourism has brought together Ministers from the G20 economies to advance tourism policies and transform governance across the sector. On the eve of the official meeting of the G20 Ministers of Tourism, the side event called for a new approach to tourism policy and governance that places a focus on people and planet. With the event held under the Brazilian Presidency of the G20, high-level representatives of Azerbaijan, Canada, Chile, India, Indonesia, Jamaica, Saudi Arabia, Spain and the USA as well as the InterAmerican Development Bank, recalled the positive importance and impact of tourism in the economy and society and its potential to contribute to the SDGs and to reduce inequalities within and among countries. Opening the event Secretary-General Zurab Pololikashvili applauded Brazil’s G20 Presidency focus on inclusion and sustainability and said “The challenges ahead of us [...]

By |2024-09-24T10:22:20-04:0024 de September de 2024|Tourism|Comments Off on UN Tourism joins G20 Presidency to discuss the future of tourism policies and governance
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CHTA celebrates emerging talent at CTO Regional Tourism Youth Congress

CHTA celebrates emerging talent at CTO Regional Tourism Youth Congress Vanessa Ledesma, CEO of the Caribbean Hotel and Tourism Association (CHTA), praised the exceptional talent and dedication of the young tourism advocates at the Tropical Shipping Regional Tourism Youth Congress which took place in the Cayman Islands as part of the Caribbean Tourism Organization’s recent State of the Tourism Industry Conference (SOTIC). As a judge for the competition, Ledesma was particularly impressed by the participants. She congratulated the winner, Keyana Warner from Nevis, for her exceptional presentation, which highlighted her passion, knowledge and innovative ideas about the promising future of Caribbean tourism. “All participants demonstrated an impressive level of talent and deep understanding of the socioeconomic impact of the industry,” Ledesma remarked. “We were truly impressed by the caliber of presentations across the board. Each participant brought unique insights and thought-provoking ideas to the table, showcasing a comprehensive grasp of the [...]

By |2024-09-24T10:38:03-04:0024 de September de 2024|Tourism|Comments Off on CHTA celebrates emerging talent at CTO Regional Tourism Youth Congress
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Yuluca Alliance leads sustainable tourism revolution in Latin America and the Caribbean

Yuluca Alliance leads sustainable tourism revolution in Latin America and the Caribbean The Yuluca Alliance officially launched following the First GSTC Latin American and Caribbean Summit in Santa Marta, Colombia, held in May 2024. Supported by the Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC), this collaborative effort unites the region’s nations under the shared vision of advancing sustainable tourism practices across Latin America and the Caribbean. Named after the indigenous Kogui word “Yuluca,” symbolizing unity and a connection between humanity and nature, the Alliance reflects the cultural diversity and collective strength of the participating countries. The Executive Committee, comprising representatives from these nations, is committed to tackling sustainable tourism challenges by fostering collaboration. Key meetings of the Executive Committee took place on August 15th and September 17th, defining the Alliance’s goals, scope, and methodology. The Yuluca Alliance (AYLAC) is built on the idea that sustainable tourism requires coordinated efforts to protect the shared [...]

By |2024-09-30T11:37:36-04:0024 de September de 2024|Outstanding news, Tourism|Comments Off on Yuluca Alliance leads sustainable tourism revolution in Latin America and the Caribbean
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Cancun International Airport expands flight routes

Cancun International Airport expands flight routes Cancun International Airport (CUN). Foto: Newainamerica Cancun International Airport (CUN) is fueling tourism growth in the Mexican Caribbean with a wave of recent developments. The airport's new direct flights from key U.S. and Canadian cities, combined with major infrastructure upgrades and sustainability-focused initiatives, are transforming travel to the region. These advancements, made in collaboration with Quintana Roo's tourism officials, are designed to open access to world-class destinations like Playa del Carmen, Costa Mujeres and Cozumel while preserving the region's stunning natural environment. With millions of international travelers passing through Cancun International Airport in 2024, the airport continues to be the busiest hub in the region, reinforcing its status as the primary gateway to the Mexican Caribbean. "Our goal is to provide seamless access to the full range of experiences the Mexican Caribbean offers, from its iconic beaches to its rich cultural heritage," said Bernardo Cueto, State Secretary of Tourism for Quintana Roo. "Cancun International Airport is at [...]

By |2024-09-30T11:38:55-04:0024 de September de 2024|Outstanding news, Transportation|Comments Off on Cancun International Airport expands flight routes
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International Tourist Arrivals hit 96% of pre-pandemic levels through July 2024

International Tourist Arrivals hit 96% of pre-pandemic levels through July 2024 International tourism bounced back to 96% of pre-pandemic levels in the seven months through July 2024, driven by strong demand in Europe and the re-opening of markets in Asia and the Pacific. According to the latest World Tourism Barometer by UN Tourism, around 790 million tourists travelled internationally in the first seven months of 2024, about 11% more than in 2023 and only 4% less than in 2019. Data show a strong start to the year, followed by a more modest second quarter. Results are in line with UN Tourism’s projection of a full recovery in international arrivals in 2024 despite ongoing economic and geopolitical risks. UN Tourism Secretary-General Zurab Pololikashvili said: “International tourism is on track to consolidate its full recovery from the biggest crisis in the sector’s history. The ongoing rebound comes despite a range of economic and geopolitical [...]

By |2024-09-30T11:37:43-04:0024 de September de 2024|Outstanding news, Tourism|Comments Off on International Tourist Arrivals hit 96% of pre-pandemic levels through July 2024
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7 Gourmand: Delicacy from Havana Club and Tiendas Caracol

7 Gourmand: Delicacy from Havana Club and Tiendas Caracol The Casa del Habano at Plaza America hosted a special moment as part of the 2024 Varadero Gourmet International Festival. Havana Club and Tiendas Caracol Varadero joined forces to present a unique proposal that went beyond cocktails. The tasting of "7 Gourmand" - a blend of HC 7 años, Crema Ruavieja and Café Cubita, together with delicious "Cafeccino" sweets and "Devuelta" glassware, made from reused HC bottles -provided a memorable delight for participants. An approach to Cuban and French culture from the palate and a collaboration with entrepreneurs who stand out for their initiatives. The Habana Club team showed off their creativity and their commitment to sustainability, recycling and care for the environment. Meanwhile, the Tiendas Caracol collective accompanied them, demonstrating elegance and distinction in hosting the products.

By |2024-09-17T09:19:28-04:0017 de September de 2024|Gastronomy|Comments Off on 7 Gourmand: Delicacy from Havana Club and Tiendas Caracol
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Cuba Única’s heritage sites at World Tourism Event in Genoa

Cuba Única's heritage sites at World Tourism Event in Genoa By Daily Pérez Guillén The Cuba Única campaign arrives at the World Tourism Event for World Heritage Sites organized in Italy, which this time has the city of Genoa as its venue. Through catalogs, photographs, videos and direct exchanges with the Cuban Tourism Counselor in Rome, Yanet Mora, those interested, including press media, tour operators and the general public gathered at the Palazzo della Meridiana, can get information on the rich heritage of the Caribbean archipelago and how it connects with tourism offers. "Within the Caribbean, we are the country with the largest number of heritage sites and here we have the opportunity to promote this type of tourism and reach travel agencies interested in this modality," Mora explains. The Villa de Trinidad, Old Havana and its System of Fortifications, the Historic Urban Center of the cities of Cienfuegos and Camagüey, [...]

By |2024-09-17T09:17:25-04:0017 de September de 2024|Outstanding news, Tourism|Comments Off on Cuba Única’s heritage sites at World Tourism Event in Genoa
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Transcultura Programme seeks to insert cultural and creative industries in Caribbean tourism

Transcultura Programme seeks to insert cultural and creative industries in Caribbean tourism By Daily Pérez Guillén Kishlane Smith creates monumental costumes out of cardboard, crepe paper, aluminum rods, tie wire, contact cement and lots of glue which are displayed at the Junkanoo, a  national cultural festival of the Bahamas. Krumah Herelle is a tour operator at Pitons, two volcanic spires that rise side by side from the sea over 700 meters high joined by the Piton Mitan ridge in St. Lucia. Jaime A. Ramón Morales coordinates the Free Walking Tour local development project in Havana to show visitors around the city free of charge. Leidys Hernández Lima, also from Cuba, together with her partner and other artists, makes Cuban punto music visible through the Oralitura Habana project. They and other young people from Antigua and Barbuda, Barbados, Dominica, Grenada, Jamaica, St. Kitts and Nevis, Suriname and Trinidad presented their projects at [...]

By |2024-09-17T09:13:50-04:0017 de September de 2024|Events, Outstanding news|Comments Off on Transcultura Programme seeks to insert cultural and creative industries in Caribbean tourism
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