Category: Destination

  • Anticipated Surge in Tourists for Mexico’s Summer Travel Hotspot

    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…

  • Embark on an Unforgettable Eco-Tourism Journey with National Geographic Expeditions

    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…

  • Nassau Paradise Island Experiences a Surge in Visitor Arrivals

    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…

  • Official Emphasizes Diversification for Sustained Cayman Cruise Growth

    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…

  • Lower Fees Result in More Affordable Flights to Ecuador

    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…

  • Watch the Spectacular Debut of Las Vegas’ New ‘Sphere’ on the 4th of July

    Watch the Spectacular Debut of Las Vegas’ New ‘Sphere’ on the 4th of July

    The Sphere was illuminated in Las Vegas for the first ever time on the evening of July 4, in a dazzling and animated light show that rivaled even the most spectacular Independence Day pyrotechnic display. The Exosphere, the Sphere’s 580,000 square-foot fully programmable exterior, is the defining feature. It’s located on The Strip just behind…

  • Mexico Expands its Enchanting Towns Collection

    Mexico Expands its Enchanting Towns Collection

    Mexico is not a magical city. Earn it. Only the Mexican government can determine what is or is not a magical city in Mexico. The criteria include natural beauty, historical preservation and other factors. Mexico now has 45 towns added to the list. The magical towns have a certain allure and mystery. The government of…

  • The Impact of the Scorching Summer Heat Wave on European Travel

    The Impact of the Scorching Summer Heat Wave on European Travel

    Several studies released early this year identified Europe as 2023’s most in-demand destination among U.S. travelers, as Americans continue to pursue the bucket-list trips they were prevented from visiting during the pandemic. And, every year, the Continent’s own residents largely head to the E.U.’s southernmost countries to enjoy their summer holidays in sunny climes. These…

  • Alaska Travel Industry Association Allocates Board Seat for an Alaska Native Representative

    Alaska Travel Industry Association Allocates Board Seat for an Alaska Native Representative

    Alaska has the most tribes, Alaska Native corporations, and Indigenous populations in the United States. Alaska Travel Industry Association Photo Credit The Alaska Travel Industry Association announced on July 19 that, for the first ever, there would be a seat reserved for an Alaska Native in the board. This person must be an Alaska Native…

  • Top Safest Cities in the United States in 2023

    Top Safest Cities in the United States in 2023

    The safest American cities tend to be smaller. You can find things to do in any town, even if it doesn’t seem like a tourist destination. Lexington, Mass. Take Lexington, Mass. It is a small city, but it has a rich history of the Revolutionary War. According to a recent Visual Capitalist report, it’s one…