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CTO Secretary-General Highlights Urgent Need for Climate Action at ITB Berlin
Caribbean Tourism Organization (CTO) Secretary-General Dona Regis-Prosper called for immediate and tangible climate action, financing and collaboration to protect tourism-dependent destinations during a high-profile panel discussion at ITB Berlin, one of the world’s leading travel trade shows, which concluded last week.
Cruise Tourism: An Untapped Economic Engine for the Cayman Islands, Says Economist
Respected Caribbean economist Jeremy Stephen has issued a wake-up call to policymakers in the Cayman Islands, urging them to recognize the full economic potential of cruise tourism. Often dismissed as a low-spend sector, cruise tourism – when properly harnessed – can be a critical revenue generator, particularly in high-value destinations like the Cayman Islands.
ATLAS OCEAN VOYAGES REVEALS EPICUREAN EXPEDITION CHEFS & CULINARY EXPERTS FOR 2025 EUROPEAN SEASON
Atlas Ocean Voyages, the leader in yacht expedition cruising, announces an impressive lineup of chefs and culinary experts for its upcoming 2025 Epicurean Expeditions. Guests exploring Europe will be immersed in each destination's culture, cuisine, and wines aboard an intimate yacht under 200 guests. Visiting boutique and iconic ports across the region, culinary demonstrations and tastings onboard will be led by guest chefs and experts. Ashore, local guides will showcase farmers' markets, sample regional cuisine, and discover the culinary culture of ports firsthand. Exclusively on Epicurean Expeditions, guests will indulge in the Josper Grill Dining Experience at 7Aft Grill, a Yachtsman Cookoff challenge, culinary presentations, wine tastings and more. Select expeditions will feature events hosted by a Taste & Traditions Expert, providing insights into cultural heritage. Culinary Experts for the 2025 season include:
Escape to Canada This Autumn
The great outdoors beckons, in all its colours, bounty, and expansiveness Canada shines a little brighter in the autumn. Dazzling foliage decorates forests and urban centres, temperatures are cool and conducive to long outdoor strolls, and the seasonal harvest proffers a feast for the senses. The National Day for Truth and Reconciliation: Occurring annually on September 30th, the feature story of this package shares some history of residential schools in Canada, and invites you to listen, learn and engage with Indigenous communities through transformative tourism experiences.
Le Manoir aux Quat'saisons, A Belmond Hotel
New for 2025, Le Manoir Le Manoir aux Quat'Saisons, A Belmond Hotel, Oxfordshire has introduced a series of experiences including a Grow, Cook, Eat Course – bringing the best of The Raymond Blanc Cookery School and The Raymond Blanc Gardening School together; a Hive to Plate Course with the property's resident beekeeper; Spring Wreath making workshops using seasonal blooms from Le Manoir's gardens; an Easter weekend experience and a sleep-enhancing Dream Escapes Package.
Scotland's Chef and Restaurant of the Year Crowned at National Hotel Awards
The Wee Hotel Company is enjoying a double celebration after picking up the top chef and restaurant of the year accolades at the 'National Hotels of the Year Scotland Awards' 2025. The head chef of The Wee Hotel Company's Pierhouse Hotel & Seafood Restaurant at Port Appin in Argyll has been named Scotland's 'Chef of the Year' and The Three Chimneys on the Isle of Skye won the coveted 'Restaurant of the Year' title.
Happy St Patrick's Day - Fill Your Heart with Ireland
There is only one place to be on St Patrick's Day and that is Ireland. The stunning emerald isle is alive with color, brimming with energy, and waiting to welcome visitors for the experience of a lifetime.
CELEBRITY CRUISES' BUCKET LIST GALAPAGOS EXPEDITIONS ARE NOW OPEN FOR BOOKING IN 2027
Celebrity Cruises' award-winning Galapagos expeditions on Celebrity Flora are now available for booking in 2027. Each 7-night, 10-night, 11-night or 16-night all-inclusive itinerary offers guests an unforgettable vacation experience while providing an opportunity to contribute to conservation efforts by taking part in reforestation in the region.
SeaWorld Orlando Unveils "Expedition Odyssey" - A First-of-Its-Kind Arctic Adventure Opening Spring
SeaWorld Orlando has officially announced the name and new details of its most ambitious attraction yet: Expedition Odyssey. Launching in Spring 2025, this groundbreaking experience will transport guests on a thrilling expedition across the Arctic—where cutting-edge ride and video technology meets the raw beauty of one of Earth's most extreme environments.
Four Seasons Presents The Road to The Giorgio Armani Tennis Classic
In an inspired collaboration that blends elegance and athleticism, Four Seasons announces The Road to The Giorgio Armani Tennis Classic – an exclusive doubles invitational that will unfold as a series of tournaments at four renowned Four Seasons properties offering celebrated luxury, heritage and world-class hospitality.
The Om Festival Returns to Vermont
The Om Festival, held in Vermont's breathtaking Green Mountains from July 23 to July 27, 2025, offers a luxurious wellness retreat for women. This rejuvenating experience combines SUP Yoga, Sound Healing Float Sessions, Wine, Cheese and Chocolate Tastings, Farm-To-Table Dinners, and exclusive Mountain Gurl Spa Treatments—perfect for friends seeking to refresh body, mind, and spirit.
World Sustainable Travel & Hospitality Awards announces Terra, Expo City Dubai as 2025 Venue Partner
World Sustainable Travel & Hospitality Awards has announced that its 2025 Ceremony will take place at Terra, Expo City Dubai. Leaders in sustainable tourism will gather for the VIP reception on 29 October for the unveiling of the 2025 winners.