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Breaking Travel News interview: María del Carmen de Reparaz, director of tourism promotion, PromPeru
Lima, capital of Peru, will welcome the World Travel Awards South & Central America Gala Ceremony this weekend, capping the destination’s rise as a tourism superpower. Here Breaking Travel News chats with María del Carmen de Reparaz, director of tourism promotion, PromPeru, to discuss the secrets behind the country’s success.
Travelling For Treatment: Why Many Are Opting For Dental Tourism
Europe has always been a desirable location in terms of holidays, with its stunning cities and rich history, but now it’s gaining a reputation for being a top quality dental destination. In particular, Poland has started to see a huge rise in UK patients who want the best of both worlds when it comes to looking after their teeth – top quality dental treatment at a fraction of the price it would cost at their local dentist’s practice.
Viking River Cruises introduces their new Ocean Cruise ship
Traditionally, taking a cruise is one of the ultimate getaways – a holiday experience like no other. This is what a cruise should be: not a predictable, cookie-cutter experience on a gigantic ship with thousands of other passengers covering the same territory that cruises have been covering for decades, but rather a comfortable yet adventurous journey to interesting parts of the world on a luxurious vessel.
Breaking Travel News investigates: Azure Villas by Cornelia Hotels
Cornelia Diamond Golf Resort & Spa has launched its latest accommodation offering - a range of Azure Villas. Tastefully arranged around a Thalasso pool, each villa has its own unique design. An exclusive restaurant, only available to Azure guests, completes the offering, ensuring each resident is offered the highest levels of service.
Top Attractions in Amsterdam
Amsterdam is a gorgeous city that you must take time to see. It is also easy to get to with an airport that is one of Europe’s biggest hubs. This canal city is well known for many things, including the Red Light District and coffee houses. In addition to its more infamous underbelly, Amsterdam has many gorgeous views and cultural attractions. When you take a trip to Amsterdam, you want to be sure to hit the following sites.
Cycle or drive, how to get to work?
Although many people still drive to work, there has been a steady increase in people deciding to get on their bike and cycle the journey; a 17 per cent increase to be exact. This can be seen for a whole host of reasons, such as improved cycle lanes, more road awareness and lots more – if you want to fully see the popularity cycling is gaining, why not check out Expresssolicitors.co.uk and take a look at their statistics.
Amadeus: European Union legislation to revolutionise rail travel
Imminent European Union legislation could prove to be the catalyst for expediential growth in long-haul rail travel, according to experts at tech giant Amadeus. Research from the organisation suggests the impending fourth package of railway liberalisation, due to be fully implemented by 2018, could prove to be a major milestone for rail travel.
MyTravelMoney.co.uk Invites British Public To Help Name its Mascot
MyTravelMoney.co.uk, the UK’s award winning travel money comparison site, today officially announces the naming contest for their new mascot. Using the power of crowdsourcing, any Brit over the age of 18 can enter. One lucky winner who chooses the most popular name out of a shortlist of three will win £500 worth of foreign free foreign currency.
Breaking Travel News interview: Holger Schroth, general manager, Emirates Palace
Having just been appointed to the position of general manager with the prestigious Kempinski-operated Emirates Palace in Abu Dhabi, Holger Schroth here sits down with Breaking Travel News to discuss his career to date, the importance of hosting major events, the latest developments at the property, and the role of tourism in the emirate.
Hospitality sector welcomes Ramadan celebrations across the Middle East
Leading hotels across the Middle East a launching a series of Ramadan tents today as Muslims across the region begin celebrations in honour of the holy month. Here Breaking Travel News takes a tour of offerings from Emirates Palace in Abu Dhabi, Rosewood Corniche in Saudi Arabia, Jumeirah Zabeel Saray in Dubai, and many other top attractions.
Villa Oost Indies–A Complete Realization of Bali Vacation Dream
Villas in Bali are now rapidly growing together with tourism business. Many investors show their best power in this competition to built holiday accommodations for the tourists or travelers who visit Bali. It seems never ends as people find numbers of Bali villas is getting increase every year. A villa could be one of the most chosen accommodations in the island. Why? There are some good reasons that people may consider to choose a villa for their accommodation during the holiday.
Dental Tourism On The Rise As UK Patients Escape Increased Fees
Terms such as ‘medical tourism’ and ‘global healthcare’ get thrown around a lot by medical industry experts who are looking for the ‘next big thing’ in terms of treatments, but the truth is, medical tourism (including dental work, cosmetic surgery and fertility treatments) is experiencing a surge in popularity, especially with UK patients who don’t want to pay the sometimes exorbitant fees in their home country.