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Elephants are the Real Winners as the King’s Cup Draws to a Close in Bangkok
After four days of fun festivities and trunk to trunk action, the 13th annual King’s Cup Elephant Polo Tournament came to a close on Sunday. Taking place in Bangkok for the first time, 16 teams with players from around the world showcased skillful play and created many memorable on-pitch moments, with the tournament resulting in new […]
A Window To Another World In The Rocks
The cobblestoned laneways of The Rocks, where quirky artists and free-thinkers have flourished, will host a series of unique, intimate events created by Sydney Harbour Foreshore Authority (SHFA) as part of The Rocks Village Bizarre, to be held on Friday nights, from November 7 to December 19 from 6.30pm-10pm. The Rocks Village Bizarre will feature cabaret, comedy and theatre performances, […]
NSW Tourism Businesses Invited to Host International Buyers
Destination NSW is inviting expressions of interest from Sydney and Regional NSW tourism businesses to showcase their products, attractions and services to international buyers as part of the 2015 Australian Tourism Exchange (ATE) familiarisation program. Travel itineraries will be developed by Destination NSW, in association with Regional Tourism Organisations (RTOs), highlighting the experiences on offer […]
Canada to Shake Up Entry for Aussies
Canada is set to introduce a compulsory entry authorisation for Australian travellers heading to the country. In a new initiative expected to be introduced from April 2015, Australian citizens visiting Canada will need to obtain an online authorisation before flying to Canada, called an electronic Travel Authorisation (eTA). The initiative, introduced by Citizenship and Immigration […]
The St. Regis Chengdu Debuts in the Heart of Sichuan’s Innovation and Cultural Capital
St. Regis® Hotels & Resorts, part of Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide Inc. (NYSE: HOT), today announces the highly anticipated grand opening of The St. Regis Chengdu. Debuting exactly 110 years after the first St. Regis hotel in New York City opened its doors in 1904, The St. Regis Chengdu continues the legacy of the […]
Beverly Hills Conference & Visitors Bureau Appoints New Australian/New Zealand Representation
The Buzz Group has been named the new public relations and travel trade representatives for Beverly Hills Conference & Visitors Bureau (BHCVB). The Buzz Group will act on behalf of the Beverly Hills Conference & Visitors Bureau in the Australian and New Zealand markets. Beverly Hills Conference & Visitors Bureau, the city’s primary marketing organisation, […]
Exhibitors, Buyers and Visiting Media Agree: This Year’s Luxperience Venue Was the Best One Yet
Feedback following this year’s Luxperience tourism exchange has been overwhelmingly positive, with exhibitors, buyers and media all agreeing that the event venue was the best one yet. Delegates attending Luxperience 2014 were captivated by the stylish transformation of this year’s show which was held in the heritage listed venue Pier 2 & 3 at Walsh […]
Sustainable Destinations Alliance for the Americas Announces First Seven Destination Partners
Seven destinations in the Caribbean & Central America region will receive support to enhance the long-term viability of their tourism sectors. Today, the Sustainable Destinations Alliance for the Americas (SDAA) announced its first seven destination partners: Antigua and Barbuda, The Bahamas, Barbados, Dominica, Honduras, Jamaica, and Nicaragua. This announcement was made during the Organization of […]
Silversea expedition in the Coral Sea
#expeditioncruising Departing Cairns, Australia on 3 November 2014, Silver Discoverer will voyage through Papua New Guinea and the Solomon Islands, providing guests with a rare opportunity to discover diverse cultures, ancient histories and varied wildlife. Avid divers on board Silver Discoverer can explore first-class diving and snorkeling hotspots, including a number of World War II […]
New Ponant logo and identity
#expeditioncruising COMPAGNIE DU PONANT is changing its name to become PONANT, reaffirming the strong link between the brand and its iconic three-masted, first vessel of the fleet and core of the brand identity. The name PONANT is shorter, easier to remember and has a stronger visual impact. The allegory of the ‘three sails’ of the […]
