Star Clippers has slashed prices on 45 Mediterranean cruises on its three tall ships by up to 35% for bookings before February 28. This means savings of between $780 and $1200 on seven-night cruises to the Greek Islands, Turkey and the French Riviera, and between $1100 and $2400 on 10 or 11 night itineraries to […]
Tropical Cyclone Yasi crossed the Queensland coast around midnight on Wednesday 2 February as a category 5 cyclone. Yasi crossed the coat at Mission Beach near Tully in Tropical North Queensland (half-way between Cairns and Townsville). Please find an update from the tourism industry below. The Cyclone WARNING from Cardwell to Ayr and inland to […]
Tropical Cyclone Yasi crossed the Queensland coast around midnight on Wednesday 2 February as a category 5 cyclone. Yasi crossed the coat at Mission Beach near Tully in Tropical North Queensland (half-way between Cairns and Townsville). Please find an update from the tourism industry below. The Cyclone WARNING from Cardwell to Ayr and inland to […]
Tropical Cyclone Yasi crossed the Queensland coast around midnight on Wednesday 2 February as a category 5 cyclone. Yasi crossed the coat at Mission Beach near Tully in Tropical North Queensland (half-way between Cairns and Townsville). Please find an update from the tourism industry below. The Cyclone WARNING from Cardwell to Ayr and inland to […]
Source: IAATO Polar Star Expeditions reports that the transfer of passengers from its MV Polar Star is proceeding with no problem, with 62 passengers now safely aboard two other IAATO vessels and returning to Ushuaia, Argentina. The remaining passengers are expected to transfer to a third IAATO ship this evening. Earlier today, 42 passengers were […]
In response to higher-than-anticipated demand for its “Three Gorges Highlights” program on China’s Yangtze River, Victoria Cruises has added 14 new departures in March on the Victoria Jenna, Victoria Anna and Victoria Katarina. “While our March programs typically see lower occupancy, many were already close to capacity at the start of 2011, leading to the […]
Today’s Forecast: Balmy Weather, Warm Service (Miami, Florida) – Spring is one of the best times to visit Miami to enjoy festivals, farmer’s markets, outdoor sports, beaches, nightlife, restaurants, art, culture and so much more, with new unveilings and openings nearly every week. With this in mind, The Ritz-Carlton Hotels of Miami and Fort Lauderdale […]
Cyclone Yasi spared most of North Queensland’s hotels and they are preparing to re-open for trade this morning to help in the recovery effort. Accor – the largest hotel group in the region with 12 hotels under the Pullman, Grand Mercure, Novotel, Mercure, All Seasons and Ibis brands – reported that all its hotels withstood […]
Cyclone Yasi spared most of North Queensland’s hotels and they are preparing to re-open for trade this morning to help in the recovery effort. Accor – the largest hotel group in the region with 12 hotels under the Pullman, Grand Mercure, Novotel, Mercure, All Seasons and Ibis brands – reported that all its hotels withstood […]
Cyclone Yasi spared most of North Queensland’s hotels and they are preparing to re-open for trade this morning to help in the recovery effort. Accor – the largest hotel group in the region with 12 hotels under the Pullman, Grand Mercure, Novotel, Mercure, All Seasons and Ibis brands – reported that all its hotels withstood […]