This is an eye-opening report about the current Crisis in the Caribbean Nation of Trinidad and Tobago. It’s written by a former Prime Minister. Blacks in Trinidad and Tobago are describing the situation of the black community as a “crisis” and as one requiring urgent attention. The main areas of concern are the crime situation affecting the black community, the black on black violence, the murders of young black men and the gang warfare. They point to the prison...
It’s the most talked about and most contested election by an executive committee of the United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO). Many leaders of the global travel and tourism industry and governments have shown serious doubts for the next UNWTO General Assembly to confirm the recommendation by the Executive Council. This confirmation is needed for the winning candidate Ambassador Zurab Pololikashvili to be confirmed as the next SG. This confirmation process will take place...
As part of its efforts to garner international support for an independent Palestinian state in the West Bank, Gaza Strip and East Jerusalem, Palestinians have appealed to the UN’s Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) to protect the Old City of Hebron from Israel by making it a Palestinian world heritage site. UNESCO is due to vote on the issue next week, and Israel, which sharply opposes the move, is pushing for a secret ballot. Earlier this month, Israel blocked a...
There is so much to see and do in Seoul, Korea, that there is never enough time to absorb all the sights, taste the incredible variety of food, visit the art galleries, and explore the palaces. This is a complex and modern city – and perhaps the following “heads-up” will enhance your Seoul experience. 1. […] The post Know your Seoul appeared first on eTurboNews (eTN). Breaking news click here
The exhibition of Matrakçı Nasuh, “Sixteenth Century Genius,” inaugurated in Rome as part of the celebrations for the 150th anniversary of the foundation of this institution. The long-expected exhibition of “Matrakçı Nasuh” finally came to Rome after the stakes in Sarajevo, Belgrade, the G20 of Antalya, Istanbul, Vienna, Tokyo, and Paris. Matrakçı Nasuh – strategist, […] The post Sixteenth Century Genius: Rome exhibition...
The owner of Gaïa Riverlodge, Mr. Daniel Lighter, seeks to pursue more effective community development opportunities to secure future success. “Sustainability as a concept should be thought as of as vital for human development to present and future generations. If humans embrace this concept then our actions will be preventative rather than reactive, literally making […] The post Gaïa Riverlodge launches new biodiversity activities appeared first on eTurboNews (eTN)...
The 11th Nepal Tourism Summit by eTurboNews (eTN) concluded Thursday night at the Grand Hyatt Hotel in Washington, DC. The winner of a drawing held at the event on Thursday night was Raha Yazdi from Saturn Express Travel in Falls Church, Virginia. She won an all-expenses-paid, 8-day trip to Nepal, with air travel sponsored by […] The post Nepal Tourism Summit makes Washington DC Himalaya-friendly appeared first on eTurboNews (eTN). Breaking news click here
Nepal, the Himalayan nation bordering India, is making great efforts to boost arrivals from its traditionally-strong tourism generating market – India. To further highlight this, the country held an event on July 7 in New Delhi, on interaction of Nepal Tourism, organized by the Embassy of Nepal in India in collaboration with the Travel Agents […] The post Boosting India travel and tourism to Nepal appeared first on eTurboNews (eTN). Breaking news click here
Air Seychelles has taken the decision to suspend its service between Durban and Seychelles, effective July 27, 2017. The performance of the twice-weekly operation and its contribution to inbound tourism in the Seychelles did not meet company expectations. Roy Kinnear, Chief Executive Officer of Air Seychelles, said: “We have taken the tough decision to discontinue […] The post Air Seychelles stops flights between Durban and Seychelles appeared first on eTurboNews (eTN). Breaking...
“Best of Creole Cuisine” is the theme of the latest Facebook photography competition launched by the Seychelles Tourism Board (STB). Open only to citizens of Seychelles, the competition does not have any age limit. Participants are being encouraged to submit photos that depict the creativity and uniqueness of the Seychelles’ mouth-watering Creole cuisine. STB’s Director […] The post Capture your Creole cooking! Seychelles Tourism Board launches Facebook...
Clifton Kau who has worked as a bellman at Outrigger Waikiki Beach Resort since it opened 50 years ago in 1967 says he enjoys working with people who understand that “hospitality has to come from the heart.” Adding, “as the years piled on, I found that I didn’t want to leave (Outrigger Waikiki Beach Resort). […] The post Iconic Waikiki beachfront resort goes for the gold appeared first on eTurboNews (eTN). Breaking news click here
Air Seychelles, the national airline of the Republic of Seychelles, has announced a series of non-stop charter flights between Beijing and Seychelles. The carrier will operate three return Airbus A330 services from the Chinese capital, as part of an agreement signed with a Chinese tour operator Caissa. Flights have been scheduled to depart Beijing on […] The post Air Seychelles further boosts connections from China appeared first on eTurboNews (eTN). Breaking news click here
Seychelles is once again among the chosen destinations as some of Europe’s biggest names in football jet off to several locations around the globe to enjoy their end-of-season break. The UK news site MailOnline that has been following how the stars are spending their summer holidays, has not failed to spot snaps and videos of […] The post Manchester United center-back Chris Smalling enjoys summer break in Seychelles with new wife appeared first on eTurboNews (eTN). Breaking news...
A Borgo is a very charming Italian small village from the Renaissance or Medieval age. It is unique and built around a castle or a palace that belonged or still belongs to a noble family. It is generally surrounded by walls. In Italy, there are 260 “Borghi” spread from the north to the south. The […] The post What is a Borgo, and what is its effect on tourism? appeared first on eTurboNews (eTN). Breaking news click here
Ms. Rashmi Varma, Secretary of India’s Ministry of Tourism, has asked the states to adopt tourism-friendly policies so that the gap in infrastructure, reflected in the gap of one lakh hotel rooms, can be filled. She told investors at a meeting organized by the Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FICCI) on July […] The post Adopt tourism-friendly policies, India Tourism Secretary says appeared first on eTurboNews (eTN). Breaking news click here
Minister of Tourism of Jamaica, Hon. Edmund Bartlett, says Jamaica’s push to rebuild the German tourism market is bearing fruit with over 20,000 visitors expected from that gateway this year. Between January and April this year, the island welcomed 9,800 German tourists but the rate of arrival will be increased significantly with yesterday’s (July 3) […] The post Jamaica Tourism Minister lauds successful start to rebuild German Tourism market appeared first on eTurboNews...
The Seychelles Tourism Board (STB) now has its own corporate website aimed at making the organization more visible to visitors, trade partners and the general public. The new website – seychellestourismboard.travel – was launched on Monday during the opening of STB’s 2017 mid-year marketing meeting at the Constance Ephelia Resort at Port Launay. The Minister […] The post Seychelles Tourism Board unveils new corporate website appeared first on eTurboNews (eTN). Breaking...
The award-winning Corinthia Hotel St. Petersburg is delighted to announce the unveiling of new bedrooms fresh from the first phase of an ambitious refurbishment project. Some 120 refurbished Deluxe bedrooms have been completed at Corinthia St. Petersburg in the first stage of a two-year refurbishment plan which will see all bedrooms in the main hotel […] The post Corinthia Hotel St. Petersburg unveils first stage of newly-refurbished Deluxe rooms appeared first on eTurboNews (eTN)...
In this week’s article, we discuss the case of Dover v. British Airways, PLC (UK), 2017 U.S. Dist. LEXIS 51530 (E.D.N.Y. 2017) (class certification granted) (see also: Dover v. British Airways, PLC (UK), 2017 U.S. Dist. LEXIS 86709 (E.D.N.Y. 2017) (Daubert hearing on admissibility of testimony of five experts). “In this putative class action, Plaintiffs, […] The post Members of British Airways mileage program challenge fuel surcharge appeared first on eTurboNews (eTN)...
Technology and its ever-evolving usage has transformed the visitor economy in recent years. It has altered the way travelers research, book and enjoy their experiences, as well as how travel businesses talk to each other and partnerships are made. The 4th running of Showcase Digital, ETOA’s flagship technology event, followed the theme of “The Digital […] The post Showcase.travel Digital: The Digital City Visitor appeared first on eTurboNews (eTN). Breaking news click here
On April 7, 2017, Guam commemorated the 100th anniversary of the scuttling of the German vessel SMS Cormoran II, the same day the United States entered World War I and fired its first shot. The story of how the SMS Cormoran II came to lie on the floor of Guam’s Apra Harbor and earn its […] The post 100th commemoration of the SMS Cormoran at sea now online appeared first on eTurboNews (eTN). Breaking news click here
Solomon Airlines and Air Kiribati have announced the commencement of a new service linking Brisbane with Tarawa via Honiara commencing August 30, 2017. The new service, which will operate ex-Brisbane every Wednesday and ex-Tarawa every Thursday, has been scheduled as per the following: BNE-HIR-TWR IE 701 Depart BNE 1100 Arrive HIR 1515 IE 720 Depart […] The post Solomon Airlines & Air Kiribati to partner on new Brisbane-Honiara-Kiribati service appeared first on eTurboNews (eTN)...
Happy 4th of July to all our readers here at home in the United States, and those that love our melting point of cultures , races and relgions that are living together, mostly peacefully and in harmony and contribute to our country and the world. Every year, we the people celebrate our national holiday Annual. […] The post USA: Happy 4th and a reminder what it means also for people, tourism and the president appeared first on eTurboNews (eTN). Breaking news click here
The Embassy of Mexico at the Holy See and the Governorate of the Vatican City State presented the project “Hands of the World at the Vatican” at a reception offered by the State of Sinaloa to promote craftsmanship of Sinaloa. At the opening speech of the event, the first lady of Sinaloa, Dona Rosa Isella […] The post Sinaloa, Mexico launches “Hands of the World at the Vatican” appeared first on eTurboNews (eTN). Breaking news click here
Brussels to honour Belgian beer culture during several festivals In 2016 UNESCO recognised the important role played by beer culture in Belgian everyday life and celebrations by proclaiming it an intangible cultural heritage. Throughout the year, Brussels residents and visitors can come and discover this delicious heritage during one of Brussels’ many beer festivals. BXLBeerFest […] The post Beer, Beer, Brussels: A tourism culture endorsed by UNESCO appeared first on eTurboNews...
Artists took over the heart of London’s Mayfair district this weekend. The Royal Academy was festooned with banners and balloons. Tim Marlow, Vanessa Jackson, Charles Saumarez Smith and Kate Goodwin hosted “On the Beanbag,” a series of informal conversations with artists, gallerists and initiatives such as ARTiculation – a forum for young people to express […] The post Celebration of art in London appeared first on eTurboNews (eTN). Breaking news click here
A tourist bus with mostly senior citizen travelers burst into flames on the A9 Autobahn (freeway) in Bavaria, Germany after colliding with a truck. Officials in Germany say several people have been confirmed dead, at least 30 people were injured in the crash, and 18 are reported missing. Some people are fighting for their lives in […] The post Holiday Nightmare in Bavaria: Tour Bus in flames after deadly Autobahn crash appeared first on eTurboNews (eTN). Breaking news click here
Travel and travelers are often more sophisticated than many of us tend to believe. Most travelers are now aware that travel involves hurdles, from dealing with airport security to worrying about airport attacks, from the reality that they may not only have to worry about criminal incidents but that our world lives with the curse of terrorism. To add to these obstacles there are the additional challenges of natural disasters (earth and...
The victims were not only Etihad, Emirates, Qatar, Airways, Saudia, Egypt Air, but passengers flying on 180 airlines and 280 airports. Passengers on direct flights or transiting through certain airports or countries to the United States are required to check their computer and other larger electronics with their suitcases. The ban to take such items onboard the aircraft was put in place by US Authorities for security reasons and many think it’s discriminating against certain airlines and...
A million excited spectators, including ten thousands of tourists and visitors from all over the world are currently in Duesseldorf Germany, the city of bicycles, the city of Alt Beer and Fashion. Duesseldorf has been working hard on this date and has given it all to make this weekend a success and an event for the world to remember. Cycling is the “in way” to get around in this city located along the banks of River Rhine and home of eTurboNews Germany. The Tour de France kicked off...
