The trendy tourism spot and home for millionaires in the Miami Beach region is in danger of collapse. Dr. Shimon Wdowinski's research has focused on the development and use of space geodetic techniques that can very precisely detect small movements of the Earth's surface. He told the Daily Mail in London, he knew immediately what building collapsed and killed many in Seaside, Florida. | Climate Change Reality for Florida Condo Collapse triggers Danger for Miami Beaches, Tourism, and Millionaires
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Mohonk Mountain House hotel in New York: Presidential host built by Quaker twins
In 1869, Albert Smiley, a nature-loving Quaker schoolteacher, bought a property at a good price - 300 acres surrounding a lake and a tavern in a spectacular natural setting in the heart of a 26,000-acre area in the Shawangunk Mountains, New York. Soon to be built would be Mohonk Mountain House. | Mohonk Mountain House hotel in New York: Presidential host built by Quaker twins
Death Tourism: Travel with a purpose
Planning to travel? Your motivation is likely going to fall into one of these boxes: | Death Tourism: Travel with a purpose
Uganda Tour Operators grieve loss of former Chairman Everest Kayondo to COVID-19
The former Association of Uganda Tour Operators (AUTO) Chairman, Everest Kayondo, lost his battle to COVID-19 on Wednesday, June 23, 2021. The sad news was broken to members by the current AUTO Chair, Civy Tumusiime, via a Directors whatsapp forum. | Uganda Tour Operators grieve loss of former Chairman Everest Kayondo to COVID-19
Red tourism explodes in China in 2021
Red tourism became an increasingly popular travel choice for Chinese people in the first half of this year. | Red tourism explodes in China in 2021
Australia’s largest city goes into complete two-week lockdown
More than a million people in Sydney downtown area, as well as nearby suburbs, were already put under lockdown on Friday, but officials decided that more stringent measures were necessary to rein in the variant. | Australia’s largest city goes into complete two-week lockdown
Olumoko running for Tourism Federation President in Nigeria
Otunba Ayo Olumoko is a big name in the travel and tourism industry. He is an integrated marketing and business communication specialist that many have shown interest in for the presidency of the Federation of Tourism Associations of Nigeria (FTAN) in the next election billed for July 8, 2021. Olumoko running for Tourism Federation President in Nigeria
Strengthening climate-friendly travel to zero
With Europe as a global leader in Travel & Tourism, SUNx Malta announces two initiatives to help post pandemic recovery in the region and respond to UN Secretary General Guterres call for all post pandemic tourism to be Sustainable and Climate Friendly. Strengthening climate-friendly travel to zero
Is Delta Plus different from the Delta Variant of COVID-19?
While the world is trying to handle the more dangerous Delta version of the Coronavirus, causing countries like Israel to put the reopening of its travel and tourism industry on hold, a Delta Plus variant is more than alarming for many, but some experts want the public to relax. Is Delta Plus different from the Delta Variant of COVID-19?
Delta Variant Spreading in Hawaii as 30000 Travelers Arrive Daily State Airports
30,000 visitors or more are arriving in Hawaii on some days, while the Delta variant of the COVID-19 virus becomes a concern for the Hawaii Department of Health. Delta Variant Spreading in Hawaii as 30000 Travelers Arrive Daily State Airports
Delta variant spreading in Hawaii as 30,000 travelers arrive daily at state airports
30,000 visitors or more are arriving in Hawaii on some days, while the Delta variant of the COVID-19 virus becomes a concern for the Hawaii Department of Health. Delta variant spreading in Hawaii as 30,000 travelers arrive daily at state airports
World’s highest hotel opens in Shanghai, China
Boasting a restaurant on the 120th floor and 24-hour personal butler service, luxurious hotel occupies the top floors of the 632-meer (2,073 feet) Shanghai Tower. World’s highest hotel opens in Shanghai, China
Flynas announces delay in direct flights between KSA and Seychelles
Announced for July 1, 2021, the commencement of Flynas’ flights linking the Seychelles islands to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia has been deferred to a later date. Flynas announces delay in direct flights between KSA and Seychelles
El Al Israel Airlines launches direct flights to Casablanca and Marrakesh
El Al's launch of direct routes to Morocco follows the normalization agreement signed between the two countries in December 2020. El Al Israel Airlines launches direct flights to Casablanca and Marrakesh
Jamaica and Saudi Arabia to sign document of intent to boost air connectivity
Jamaica Tourism Minister, Hon. Edmund Bartlett has announced that Jamaica and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia have agreed to sign a document of intent, to aid in boosting air connectivity between the Middle East and the Caribbean. Jamaica and Saudi Arabia to sign document of intent to boost air connectivity
A Bright Future for Seychelles Tourism was reset today restarting September 1
The Future for Seychelles Tourism was set today with a brand new structure and appointments. Seychelles recognized the importance of its travel and tourism industry, and the country is united. A Bright Future for Seychelles Tourism was reset today restarting September 1
Bahamas welcomes Frontier Airlines inaugural flight to Nassau
The Bahamas welcomed Frontier Airlines' inaugural flight yesterday with great excitement as it landed at the Lynden Pindling International Airport. Frontier is the first ultra-low-cost carrier to enter the Caribbean market with multiple travel days per week. Bahamas welcomes Frontier Airlines inaugural flight to Nassau
Sustainable Aviation Fuel now available to airlines at Cologne Bonn Airport
Neste sets up a supply of Neste MY Sustainable Aviation Fuel at Cologne Bonn Airport. Sustainable Aviation Fuel now available to airlines at Cologne Bonn Airport
Waikiki crowned 2021 Most Family-Friendly US Destination
Waikiki scored highest out of all destinations, for both the percentage of kid friendly activities with 83.% and the percentage of child friendly restaurants at 84.2%. Waikiki crowned 2021 Most Family-Friendly US Destination
Israel reimposes mask mandate just 10 days after scrapping COVID-19 restrictions
Israeli health officials fear that the infectious Delta variant, first detected in India, is behind the rising case numbers, as its highly transmissible nature means it can spread rapidly among a population, putting the health of unvaccinated individuals at risk. Israel reimposes mask mandate just 10 days after scrapping COVID-19 restrictions
Lufthansa resumes its premium North American and Asian flights from Munich Airport
As the global travel industry is returning to prior levels of activity, Lufthansa is strengthening its premium services from Munich Airport and will again offer First Class on selected routes. Lufthansa resumes its premium North American and Asian flights from Munich Airport
IMEX America Smart Monday keynotes spotlight a doctor, dancer and digital guru
A full free program of learning runs throughout the IMEX America show, beginning each day with MPI keynotes – a series of movers and shakers from outside the business event industry who will each bring their unique world view to the event. IMEX America Smart Monday keynotes spotlight a doctor, dancer and digital guru
Traveling to Hawaii when vaccinated: New rules
Effective July 8, individuals traveling in the US domestically to Hawaii can bypass pre-travel testing rules and quarantine if they are fully vaccinated. Traveling to Hawaii when vaccinated: New rules
Jamaica Tourism Minister: Redouble efforts to facilitate speedy global recovery
Jamaica Tourism Minister, Hon. Edmund Bartlett, is calling on global and regional tourism stakeholders to redouble their efforts to facilitate the speedy recovery of the international tourism industry and by extension the global economy. Jamaica Tourism Minister: Redouble efforts to facilitate speedy global recovery
Powerful tornado destroys villages, injures hundreds in Czech Republic
Over 150 people have been reported injured, while “hundreds” of police and first responders have been dispatched to southern Moravia. Powerful tornado destroys villages, injures hundreds in Czech Republic
World’s most diverse LGBTQ+ travel magazine, Vacationer, to relaunch this Fall with new Editor, Kwin Mosby
As LGBTQ+ travel demand surges, Gray Jones Media is preparing to relaunch its diverse LGBTQ travel magazine brand, Vacationer, accompanied by a new queer travel web series Check Your Luggage. World’s most diverse LGBTQ+ travel magazine, Vacationer, to relaunch this Fall with new Editor, Kwin Mosby
JetBlue resumes nonstop flights from San Jose to New York City
The flight represents JetBlue’s second long-haul service resumption at SJC since temporarily discontinuing service at the Airport in April 2020 due to COVID-19. JetBlue resumes nonstop flights from San Jose to New York City
Qatar Airways launches new Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner with new Business Class Suite
The ultramodern aircraft is scheduled for services from Doha to Athens, Barcelona, Dammam, Karachi, Kuala Lumpur, Madrid and Milan and has a total passenger capacity of 311 seats - 30 Business Class Suites and 281 seats in Economy Class. Qatar Airways launches new Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner with new Business Class Suite
UNWTO organizes 1st Global Youth Tourism Summit in Italy
Sustainability, sharing experiences and their vision of the future of tourism – what do 12-18 year-olds think? The “Global Youth Tourism Summit” will welcome a selected group of children from around the world to look for the answers. UNWTO organizes 1st Global Youth Tourism Summit in Italy
Royal Caribbean Group names new Chief Environmental, Social and Governance Officer
Royal Caribbean Group is the first in the cruise industry to name a senior leader dedicated specifically to environmental, social and governance efforts. Royal Caribbean Group names new Chief Environmental, Social and Governance Officer