Tourism

Powerful earthquake strikes Sulawesi, Indonesia

Strong Magnitude 6.2 earthquake rocked Sulawesi, Indonesia today. Preliminary Earthquake Report Magnitude 6.2 Date-Time 14 Jan 2021 18:28:18 UTC 15 Jan 2021 02:28:18 near epicenter 14 Jan 2021 Location 3.005S 118.924E Depth 18 km Distances 36.1 km (22.4 mi) S of Mamuju, Indonesia 59.5 km (36.9 mi) N of Majene, Indonesia 66.4 km (41.2 mi) […]

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‘Name’ COVID-19-fighting robot at Key West Airport

The robot emits high-intensity ultraviolet UV-C wavelength light designed to remove 99.9% of harmful airborne and surface pathogens including the novel coronavirus Naming a coronavirus-fighting robot that patrols the interior spaces of Key West International Airport is the focus of an online contest launched by the Florida Keys tourism council. The contest is to award […]

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Aruba expands COVID-19 testing capability for new CDC mandate

As the CDC will require all inbound US travelers to report proof of a negative COVID-19 test, in the Aruban Government’s continuing efforts to provide the most safe, seamless and coordinated travel experience possible, all necessary facilities and procedures are in place for any visitor needing to take a COVID-19 test while in Aruba as […]

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IGLTA Foundation introduces new 2021 Board officers

The IGLTAF will remain focused on providing diverse market research for all members, mentoring new LGBTQ+ businesses and emerging destinations, and delivering quality educational programing for ‘new normal’ industry trends The International LGBTQ+ Travel Association Foundation began the new year with new officers at the helm. Theresa Belpulsi, Vice President of Tourism, Sports & Visitor […]

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ABPCO releases 2021-22 member focused business plan

Association of British Professional Conference Organizers unveils new strategic plan ABPCO’s executive board has developed and released its strategic plan, focused on helping members raise their profile and prove their value proposition as solution-oriented strategic advisors to their association clients and employers. Fundamental to the ABPCO plan is the need to demonstrate what makes an […]

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Wedding destinations Brits are dreaming of in 2021

Over 1,000 married British couples took part in a survey to find out the average cost of an engagement ring, the proposal itself, the dream proposal destinations both within and outside of the UK, and how long it takes to reach this milestone. Brits Top Proposal Destinations: Rank Destination – UK Destination – Worldwide 1 […]

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Salt Lake City convention hotel on track for fall 2022 opening

Estimated to cost $377 million, Hyatt Regency Salt Lake City is scheduled to be completed and hosting its first guests in the fall of 2022 One year after its groundbreaking ceremony, Salt Lake’s convention hotel — the Hyatt Regency Salt Lake City — is on schedule for completion in October 2022. The tower concrete construction […]

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United Airlines receives hospital-grade certification for cleaning and safety

Recognition from APEX and SimpliFlying underscores that United will continue to innovate and raise the standard when it comes to preventing the spread of COVID-19 Today, United Airlines was recognized by the Airline Passenger Experience Association (APEX) and SimpliFlying for providing a hospital-grade standard of cleanliness and safety during the travel journey. United is the […]

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TikTok in Tourism Marketing Has a Great Potential

Up to 60 seconds long videos, underlaid with music and spiced up with graphic effects. This is how TikTok users present themselves to their audience on this social media platform which is gaining importance in tourism marketing. Essentially, TikTok is a mixture of many other social media, like Snapchat, Vine and Instagram. It has […]

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What’s new in the Islands of The Bahamas in 2021

The Islands of The Bahamas are kicking off the New Year with new hotel opening, continued reopenings and increased airlift from major international markets, giving travelers plenty of reasons to add the destination to their 2021 bucket lists. With the new and improved Bahamas.com, future travelers can explore all that the islands have to offer […]