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Make-A-Wish Partners with Railbookers Group for a Special Cause
Railbookers Group and Make-A-Wish have teamed up to raise money to grant the wishes of children with critical illness. Railbookers announced that in addition to the corporate donation and trip, customers booking [Railbookers or Amtrak Vacations] can donate $1 per passenger traveling (or £1 for customers based in United Kingdom) towards Make-A Wish. Railbookers Group…
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Anticipated Surge in Tourists for Mexico’s Summer Travel Hotspot
According to new data released by the Mexican government, Quintana Roo is still a popular tourist destination. Nearly two million tourists are expected in the summer of 2023. According to Riviera Maya news, Bernardo Cueto Riestra, the State Tourism Secretary revealed that projections indicate an estimated 1.8 millions tourists will generate $1.7 Billion in Quintana…
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Embark on an Unforgettable Eco-Tourism Journey with National Geographic Expeditions
Have you ever found yourself feeling envious of the National Geographic experts you see featured in fascinating television documentaries, who are out in the field, witnessing the astonishing aspects of Mother Nature’s many wonders firsthand? Maybe you missed your calling to train as an ecologist, or you’re just generally fascinated by wildlife, or you have…
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Nassau Paradise Island Experiences a Surge in Visitor Arrivals
According to Joy Jibrilu of the Nassau Paradise Promotion Board, the Caribbean’s post pandemic travel boom can be seen on Nassau Paradise Island where data show a significant growth in visitation. Jibrilu stated that through July 2023 the NPIPB reported a 15 percent rise in “total non Caribbean [airline] seating to Nassau as compared to…
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Official Emphasizes Diversification for Sustained Cayman Cruise Growth
Officials from the Cayman Islands Tourism Department say that they are on track to meet their target of 1.2 millions cruise passengers by 2023. To maintain and increase cruise visitor numbers, the Caribbean nation needs to diversify its tourism offerings, including services, products and experiences on the islands. Rosa Harris, Director of the Cayman Islands…
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Lower Fees Result in More Affordable Flights to Ecuador
According to the Ministry of Tourism of Ecuador, the government of Ecuador will reduce fees for international flights. This will lead to lower airfares into the country. Niels Olsen, Minister of Tourism for Ecuador, said: “As from today we have removed unnecessary barriers to tourists coming and exploring Ecuador.” The previous government created a lot…
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Temporary Closure of MSC’s Ocean Cay Scheduled for Spring
Ocean Cay MSC Marine Reserve – the MSC Cruises private island – will be temporarily closed next spring. TravelWeekly reported that the island’s visits will be suspended from April 7 to May 22. The cruise line plans to improve the island during this time to prepare it for future growth. Travel advisors are now contacting…
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WTTC Calls on Governments to Back Sustainable Cruise Shipping for Net-Zero Emissions Goal
The United Nations International Marine Organization has recently adopted a revised decarbonization strategy for global shipping. This represents a significant step forward in the fight against climate change. The announcement was made at the recent Marine Environment Protection Climate Summit in London. According to reports, the IMO aims to achieve net zero emissions of greenhouse…
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Riviera River Cruises Introduces New Ship on the Douro River
In 2024, Riviera River Cruises will add a new vessel and a brand new itinerary to the Douro River between Portugal and Spain. Between July and October next year, the MS Porto Mirante is scheduled to sail 10 departures on the Highlights Douro Valley & Salamanca River itinerary. In a press release, the company explained…
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City of Amsterdam Prohibits Cruise Ships from Docking Within Its Limits
In an effort to reduce overtourism and pollution damage, officials in Amsterdam banned cruise ships docking in the center of the city. The Guardian reported that Amsterdam’s City Council said cruise ships were “incompatible with the environmental goals and sustainability goals of the popular tourist destination. Ilana Rooderkerk, a politician in Amsterdam, said that the…
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