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A rustic fishing village in Phu Yen

My Quang Nam Village at dusk - PHOTO: DUC NAM On the bank of a small river lined with coconut trees and bamboo clusters in the coastal province of Phu Yen, My Quang Nam Fishing Village may offer days of peace and seclusion. The fishing village in An Chan Commune, Tuy An District, is sandwiched between Xep Beach, Long Thuy Beach and Chua Islet, which are well-known destinations to travelers.

Abode Hotels Set to Open New Hotel in Canberra This September

Iconic Hotels by Geocon today announced that a new 152-room hotel is on track to open in September this year in Canberra's north-west. Abode Belconnen will be the eighth property within the Abode Hotels portfolio, and tenth hotel overall for independent hotel and hospitality provider, Iconic Hotels by Geocon. The opening comes at an unprecedented time for the travel industry, after many other

Colombia : Feel the rhythm

Colombia is a South America country with Caribbean Sea and Pacific Ocean coastlines. It is the fourth-largest country in South America, after Brazil, Argentina and Peru. Colombia’s local cultures are reflected in the distinct and vibrant music genres found throughout the country. Travellers can appreciate why Columbia is known as the Land of 1000 Rhythms, by taking in beats of Cartagena on the

VIETNAM TO RESUME SELECT INTERNATIONAL FLIGHTS

Vietnam set to reopen select flight routes; Noi Bai International Airport in Hanoi, Vietnam pictured Vietnam is further easing restrictions as it reopens its borders to select destinations deemed to have handled the coronavirus well.At the latest meeting of the Mekong Tourism Advisory Group, Tran Phong Binh, deputy head of the tourism market department at Vietnam National Administration of

Budget-friendly remote Florida

Westgate River Ranch Resort & Rodeo  The Westgate River Ranch Resort & Rodeo, in Central Florida, offers the chance to camp-out in a tepee. The glamping experience offers American-themed decor complete with a double-sided stone rock hearth fireplace, cowhide furnishings, a porcelain cast iron claw bathtub and access to the resort’s 1,700- acre dude ranch. Guests can arrange tickets to the

New Caledonia Tourism Launches New Campaign, New Cal Uploading

New Caledonia Tourism has today launched a new campaign called New Cal Uploading, to inject a little wanderlust and get Aussies dreaming of their next holiday to New Caledonia while international borders are closed. As part of the campaign, Aussies are encouraged to upload their favourite memories of New Caledonia to Facebook or Instagram with the hashtag #NewCalUploading, for the chance to

The Empire State Building Prepares to Reopen with New Protocols

The Empire State Building (ESB) has announced the recall of its employees for training in the new protocols and processes required as the final step to prepare for its world-famous Observatory to reopen on July 20, 2020 (EST), under New York State's Phase 4 guidelines.“We will reopen the universally-recognized symbol of New York City to the world, our brand new $165 million Observatory

Avani Hotels Confirms Plans to Proceed with Projects in the Pipeline

Avani Palm View Dubai Residences & Suites, UAE  Avani Hotels & Resorts (www.avanihotels.com) has confirmed that the brand is on track to open more than ten new properties in the coming years, including debuting in four new countries. In addition, despite the global economic slowdown from Covid-19, Avani has successfully completed a number of full-scale renovation projects at its existing

SYDNEY ATTRACTIONS SHOW THANKS TO FRONTLINE WORKERS

SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium, Sydney Tower Eye and WILD LIFE Sydney Zoo are showing gratitude to the ongoing commitment of frontline workers with free entry to the popular attractions during August. The Sydney experiences are offering free admission to emergency services, healthcare and teaching professionals, showing leadership and support from the tourism sector in response to the bushfires and

Familia Torres Winery

For nearly 150 years Familia Torres has been privileged to call the breathtaking landscapes of Catalonia’s Penedès home. For five generations we have lived, planted vines and crafted wines in our beautiful vineyards.Our winery, a stone’s throw from Barcelona, is the perfect venue for a complete wine and gastronomy experience. We offer wine and food pairings, tastings and exclusive visits,

The Popular Ski Resort of Hakuba in Japan

From the end of April to the beginning of November, the popular ski resort of Hakuba in Nagano Prefecture transforms from a winter playground into a green paradise. Situated within the breathtaking Japan Alps is Hakuba Mountain Harbour, an open terrace situated on Iwatake mountain peak at an altitude of 1,289m that affords superb views of the surrounding mountains.  Relax on the breezy

THAILAND: ENTRY GRANTED TO TRAVELLERS SEEKING MEDICAL TREATMENT BUT UNDER STRICT CONTROL

Medical staffs wearing personnel protective equipment (PPE) are seen before working at the Covid-19 testing laboratory at Bangkok’s Suvarnabhumi International airport amid the spread of the coronavirus disease in Thailand. Photo: Reuters Despite the recent scare of two foreigners testing positive for Covid-19 in Thailand, the Centre for Covid-19 Situation Administration (CCSA) said that it

Battle Harbour, Labrador - centuries-old fishing village

Many of the community’s historic clapboard buildings have become boutique hotels. BARRETT & MACKAY/NEWFOUNDLAND AND LABRADOR TOURISM This centuries-old fishing village takes on a new life as a boutique hotel and living-history museum The old man on the dock is trying to tell me something, but I can’t for the life of me figure out what it is. After two days spent travelling here by plane,

Waterbiking on the Swan River

Visitors can experience Perth's iconic Swan River from a fun and unique perspective, thanks to the introduction of two new waterbiking tours.  Perth Waterbike Adventures and Perth Waterbike Co allow guests to pedal and glide across the Swan River. The activity is suitable for all ages and fitness levels – due to the waterbike's safe and sturdy design.  Both companies operate tours daily,

Eat Colorado - Palisade Peach Cobbler with Peach Street Bourbon/Vanilla Sauce

Palisade Peach Cobbler, credit Bin 707 Food Bar Bin 707 Foodbar in Grand Junction is a great spot for lunch or dinner in the northwest of Colorado, which focuses on seasonal Colorado cuisine. The region – as well as being home to the jaw-dropping vistas of Colorado National Monument – is known for the juicy peaches that are grown in Palisade and sold by the roadside, with this fruit forming

Great Walks Of Australia - Take the path less travelled

Experience Australia’s Most Iconic & Inspiring Wilderness Areas With Our Award-Winning, Guided Multi-Day Walks Australia has some of the most sensational, achievable and rewarding walks anywhere in the world, and we want to share them with you…Great Walks of Australia is a collection of Australia’s greatest multi-day guided walking experiences – done with a dash of eco-luxury comfort – so you

Da Nang suspends receiving tourists amid COVID-19 fears

Golden Bridge - a key tourist attraction in Da Nang The central city of Da Nang has decided to suspend receiving tourists over 14 days, starting July 26, after two locally transmitted coronavirus cases were detected.The suspension is to ensure the safety of visitors and the community as well, said Le Trung Chinh, vice chairman of the Da Nang Municipal People’s Committee.The Ministry of Health

2020 Hotel Openings to Add to the Bucket List

Despite travel's most challenging time yet, new hotels are paving the way for new experiences, discovering new neighbourhoods and igniting our desire to explore. From IHG's first hotel in Tasmania, to the launch of Hotel Indigo in Australia, and Japan's first Kimpton hotel in the heart of Shinjuku, 2020 will be a record year of openings in Australasia and Japan for IHG, providing travellers

Vienna - the world’s capital of music

Austria’s capital Vienna has a musical legacy shaped by Mozart and Beethoven It is also known for its Imperial palaces, including the Habsburgs’ Schönbrunn.  Vienna claims to be the world’s music capital with 120 music and venues, 15,000 performances each year, the Vienna Boys’ Choir and a thriving jazz and electro scene.  Website: www.vienna.info

SOUTH KOREA MULLS TRAVEL BUBBLES WITH THAILAND, 2 OTHER COUNTRIES

A family wearing masks to avoid the spread of the coronavirus disease arrive at Gimpo international airport in Seoul on May 1, 2020. (Reuters photo) South Korea will seek travel bubble or selective border openings with Asian neighbours like Thailand, Taiwan and Vietnam where Covid-19 spread has been contained to aid tourism industries of respective countries.According to multiple industry

Playa Migjorn, Formentera

Formentera, the smallest of the Balearic Islands, offers Caribbean-style white sandy beaches and quiet villages with white-washed houses, all surrounded by turquoise waters.  All Formentera is a postcard. In a few square kilometres all the ingredients to be considered a paradise are present. Its beaches of gleaming sand contrast with the transparent waters, where the valued Posidonia inhabits.

Brisbane Street Art Festival

The Brisbane Street Art Festival is coming to Ipswich this year! Seven walls will be painted in the CBD from July 27 to August 23. Public viewing opportunities to meet the artists at their walls will be held between 10am and 2pm on August 8 and 9. There will also be workshops for budding creators to learn from the nationally recognised artists taking part over August 8 and 9 and a live

DARWIN FESTIVAL KICKS OFF IN ONE WEEK!

Darwin Festival is set to open in a week - the first major capital city event in Australia to go ahead since COVID-19 shut the world down. The DF20 Homegrown program is a celebration of Top End talent with an array of exciting live and virtual events spanning theatre, music, comedy, cabaret, visual arts and more. Darwin Festival Artistic Director, Felix Preval, says, “Our Festival is

NEW TRADE TOOLKIT TO PROMOTE NSW WINE EXPERIENCES

Destination NSW has released a new toolkit for travel trade to arm agents and partners with information and assets to promote NSW’s world-class wine tourism experiences. Wine Regions of NSW - A Toolkit for the Travel Trade is a practical resource guide that includes six destination fact sheets and destination videos highlighting the key wine regions in NSW. NSW is home to 14 incredible wine

European Master in Tourism Management

The main aim of the European Master in Tourism Management (EMTM) is to prepare future professionals who will embrace responsibility in tourism institutions making sustainable and effective decisions. EMTM provides students with an integrated knowledge of the dynamics of tourism development, sustainable management, the role of cultural diversity, innovation, and governance in tourism and

Whitewater Rafting Experience in Kitayama in Japan

Go on a 20-minute virtual whitewater rafting experience with a difference in Kitayama! These log rafts take thrillseekers through Wakayama Prefecture’s incredibly scenic Dorokyo Gorge. Logging was a major industry in the region for centuries, and logs were traditionally tied together as rafts to float down the river.  Today, the logs are repurposed for raft tours that wind around the sheer

CLOSED BORDERS POSE TOURISM RISK

Suvarnabhumi airport continues to remain deserted during the coronavirus outbreak.  Photo: Somchai Poomlard If the country does not let foreign tourists in by the end of the year, some 60% of hospitality enterprises are at risk of going out of business, according to the Tourism and Sports Ministry. “People will be safe from the virus as borders remain closed, but wounds from the economic

Port Renfrew, British Columbia

Big Lonely Doug, the second-largest Douglas fir in Canada. The road in the foreground leads down to the flat land where Doug grows. KAMIL BIALOUS/THE GLOBE AND MAIL This nature-rich outpost on Vancouver Island may not be as famous as neighbouring communities, but locals like to keep it that way Big Lonely Doug is a perfect symbol for the Vancouver Island outpost of Port Renfrew. The giant

Adventure awaits in Collie

The historic town of Collie in WA's South West is set to become a premier destination for mountain bike enthusiasts, following the completion of the Arklow mountain bike trail. Winding its way through the Arklow forest, the trail network totals 36 kilometres; with six kilometres of the trail built to accommodate handcycles, allowing mountain bike riders with disabilities the opportunity to

Listen to Colorado

Red Rocks Amphitheatre Courtesy of Denver Arts & Venues, photo by Stevie Crecelius Colorado has hosted a stellar line-up of musicians throughout its music venues and festivals, not to mention the world-renowned Red Rocks Amphitheatre.  The state has grown its very own talent too.  Check out the Colorado Playlist on Spotify and listen to some Colorado Greats – Ho Hey by local band, The

Parrtjima – A Festival in Light announces exciting new program for 10-night spectacular

September 11 – 20, Alice Springs, Northern Territory Dazzling light installations, live music, talks and Aussie films to thrill visitors The only Aboriginal light festival of its kind in the world, Parrtjima – A Festival in Light has announced its exciting new program of stunning light installations, live music, workshops, meaningful talks, and film favourites in Alice Springs (Mparntwe),

Fantastic Da Nang Festival 2020 to host loads of exciting activities

An event at Asia Park in Da Nang. (Photo: VNA) The Fantastic Da Nang Festival 2020, an event upgraded from the annual festival themed “Da Nang – Diem Hen Mua He” (Da Nang – Summer Rendezvous), will take place from July 30 to August 5. The event aims to revive the local tourism industry and at the same time, bolster other sectors, such as transport, trade, construction and banking in the “new

Banyan Tree Group opens its third property in Mexico- Hacienda Xcanatun by Angsana, an oasis on the outskirts of Merida

Banyan Tree Group announces the launch of its third property in Mexico, Hacienda Xcanatun which will be operated by its upscale brand, Angsana. Located 15 minutes from the centre of Merida, 10 minutes from the archaeological zone of Dzibilchaltún, and 20 minutes from the beaches of Puerto Progreso, Hacienda Xcanatun by Angsana promises to be a new historic-chic oasis in the region. Hacienda

Cycling in Istanbul

The Turkish city of Istanbul straddles Europe and Asia across the Bosphorus Strait. Its Old City reflects cultural influences of empires that once ruled here. In the Sultanahmet district, the open-air, Roman-era Hippodrome was the site of chariot races, and Egyptian obelisks also remain. The Byzantine Hagia Sophia features a 6th-century dome. İstanbul provides cycle routes geared to exploring

Robots have arrived in some of Tokyo's Hotels

Photo © Prince Hotel N Tower Tokyo Hotels: Safe, Clean & Kind The Shinagawa Prince Hotel N Tower launched the first autonomous delivery robot in Japan in October 2017.  Now nicknamed “Harry” the room service robot can deliver a range of items to the rooms for a fee, including face towels, nightgowns, wine openers and more.  At Henn na Hotel, the “Unibo” robot concierge makes a variety

World Travel and Tourism Council’s Safe Travels stamp

Tunisia is one of the destinations to secure the World Travel & Tourism Council’s (WTTC) Safe Travels Global Safety Stamp. The stamp will allow travellers to recognise governments and companies around the world that have adopted globally standardised health and hygiene protocols. Those eligible to apply for the Safe Travels include hotels, restaurants, airlines, cruise lines, tour operators,

Crystalbrook Collection Unveils Interiors for Newcastle's First Five-Star Hotel

Crystalbrook Collection, one of Australia's leading sustainable hospitality companies, has unveiled interiors for Kingsley, Newcastle's first five-star hotel. Set to open in April 2021, Kingsley will bring a new level of luxury to Australia's seventh-largest city and the gateway to the Hunter Valley. Situated in the heart of Newcastle opposite Civic Park, Kingsley will transform the city's

OXFORD ECONOMICS FORECAST VIETNAM’S GDP TO GROW 2.3 PERCENT IN 2020

Foreign investment in Vietnam is expected to pick up in the second half of 2020. Vietnam’s effective containment of COVID-19 should allow it to make a quicker rebound than most other economies in the region and its GDP growth can be around 2.3 percent this year, Sian Fenner, an economist from Oxford Economics wrote in a July 14 report. With an expected recovery in the second half of the

MORE REGIONAL ELECTRIC VEHICLE CHARGING STATIONS TO POWER TOURISM

Drivers of electric vehicles will soon be able to plug in and recharge at more locations across regional NSW, extending their range of travel in the future. Minister for Regional Transport and Roads Minister Paul Toole said the NSW Government has partnered with the NRMA to deliver at least 20 additional electric vehicle fast chargers to the existing regional network along the State’s major

EternityX - Travel Marketing

EternityX is an AI-empowered open-to-connect marketing technology platform in China. With the advanced multi-dimensional audience profiling to comprehend audience needs throughout the consumer journey, we can precisely reach your consumer through premium sites & apps programmatically.Our international team offers one-stop customized solution everywhere, and help marketers overcome all

Vermicular Village in Japan

Bringing together over 80 years of Japanese craftsmanship and precision, Vermicular's enamelled cast iron pots are precision cookers. Located along the scenic Nakagawa Canal in Nagoya, Vermicular Village is where visitors, or those who love cooking, can get Vermicular cookware, attend cooking classes, and enjoy elevated Vermicular meals at the bakery and restaurant.  The bakery offers over

COVID-19 PANDEMIC SHOWCASES THAILAND AS A MEDICAL & WELLNESS HUB

Photo: Thailand Business News Thailand’s internationally admired performance in the pandemic of the COVID-19 virus has showcased the exceptional strengths of the country’s health care system and medical industry to further justify its drive towards becoming one of the world’s top medical hubs. A sophisticated healthcare system, universal healthcare coverage and robust public health

Experience Dawson City, Yukon

A scene from the competitive axe-throwing contest. PETER MATHER/THE GLOBE AND MAIL It might be known for its Gold Rush history, but this tiny northern town is vibrant and proudly unconventional It’s early March and I’m on a Great River Air flightseeing tour over Dawson City, Yukon. My group of three is crammed into a C-172 Skyhawk heading toward the famous Tombstone Mountain, a jagged,

Matagarup Bridge zip-line and climb to open this summer

Construction has begun on a new zip-line and climb structure at Perth's iconic Matagarup Bridge.  Set to open this summer, the zip-line will allow thrill seekers to travel 400 metres at up to 100 kilometres per hour from the bridge launch platform, across the Swan River, landing on the Burswood Park foreshore.  The bridge climb will include a 314-step trek up the bridge's main arch,

Drink Colorado - ‘Genever Juice’ from Breckenridge Distillery

Genever Juice, credit Breckenridge Distillery Founded in 2008, the Breckenridge Distillery is one of the World’s Highest Distilleries, resting at 9,600 feet in elevation in the bustling ski town of Breckenridge, Colorado. The distillery offers visitors a full experience with tours, spirit tastings, a restaurant and bar with signature craft cocktails and a tasting room located in downtown

Tripadvisor Celebrates the Best in Travel With 2020 Travellers’ Choice Awards

Tripadvisor®, the world’s largest travel platform, as part of its ongoing efforts to support the recovery of the tourism and hospitality industry, today announced the winners of its 18th annual Travelers’ Choice® Awards. This coveted award program celebrates travellers’ favourite hotels, restaurants and airlines around the world, honouring 4,817 unique businesses this year. Winners are

Temple dedicated to King Ham Nghi opens in Quang Tri

At the temple (Photo: VNA) A temple dedicated to King Ham Nghi and Can Vuong soldiers was inaugurated at Tan So Citadel in the central province of Quang Tri on July 13. It was part of the events marking the 135th anniversary of King Ham Nghi’s delivery of the Can Vuong proclamation calling on heroes and patriots to rise up against the French colonialists to wrest back national independence.

Park Hyatt Auckland Set to Open, Introducing a New Level of Luxury

New Zealand's first Park Hyatt hotel will open its restaurants and bars this spring, providing Aucklanders and visitors with new sophisticated places to meet, drink and dine in a prime waterfront location. Hotel guestrooms are currently available for reservations from 15 September, providing unrivalled accommodation options that will set a new benchmark for luxury hospitality in New

Sunborn Yacht Hotel, London UK

Sunborn Yacht Hotel, London Sunborn London is the UK capital’s only superyacht hotel has reopened following a deep, hospital-grade sanitisation of all rooms and public spaces and introduction of enhanced health measures. Located in the Royal Victoria Docks, Sunborn London Yacht Hotel is moored by the ExCel centre. During the lockdown, the hotel offered accommodation to NHS workers and key

JBAC AFFIRMS BELIEVES CAMBODIA REMAINS A VERY SAFE DESTINATION FOR INVESTMENTS AND TOURISM

The JBAC delegation president, Mr Kandaa Yogo (3rd from left with) with Minister Thong Khon.Photo: AKP The Japanese Business Association of Cambodia (JBAC) with 270 member companies is looking to increase investment in tourism sector in Cambodia as they believe that Cambodia remains a very safe investment and tourism destination.This was said in a meeting between Cambodian Minister of Tourism

International Association of Antarctica Tour Operators

Antarctica The International Association of Antarctica Tour Operators (IAATO) has welcomed new members at its annual meeting. The two new IAATO Operators are Ice Trek and Scenic Expeditions and the organisation has granted provisional operator status to : • Intrepid Travel • Residences at Sea • Students on Ice • Sur Expeditions, and • Viking Expeditions Another five have gained Associate

Gold Coast Celebrates Second Half of 2020 With the Return of Family Holidays

With borders now open to interstate travellers,* Destination Gold Coast has today released a new video that reaches out to Australian families with one simple message: ‘You Deserve a Holiday’.The new clip has been released as Warner Bros. Movie World and Wet‘n’Wild today join the growing list of family favourites on the Gold Coast that have reopened to the public. The third and final instalment

Naturally Isolated in Australia

The Luxury Lodges of Australia are located in diverse and often remote regions of Australia, each with something compelling to ‘do’ and experience, and the ‘stay’ underpinned by all the soft luxuries, intuitive hospitality and high operational standards our guests expect.By definition, the lodges are naturally isolated, and some of Australia’s most rewarding, and safe, places to visit. LODGE

SECURE AN EVENT MANAGEMENT SCHOLARSHIP NOW

Scholarship applications for students across regional NSW to undertake a Diploma of Event Management via Meetings and Events Australia (MEA) have been extended until Tuesday 28 July. Twelve scholarships, two per Destination Network, are available for people based in regional NSW to complete the Diploma (valued at $7,500). As part of the NSW Government’s $6 million Regional Conferencing

DESA SELATAN RESORT, PENGERANG - YOUR GATEAWAY HOME

DESA SELATAN RESORT, PENGERANG DESA SELATAN RESORT IS LOCATED 5 MINUTES AWAY TO GATE 1, REFINERY AND PETROCHEMICAL INTEGRATED DEVELOPMENT PROJECT (RAPID) AND 7 MINUTES AWAY TO GATE 3, RAPID TERMINAL PROJECT IN PENGERANG, JOHOR.  WE OFFERED 350 COZY AND COMFORTABLE ROOMS CONSIST OF 315 DOUBLE QUEEN BED ROOMS AND 35 KING BED ROOMS TO ALL GUEST FOR VACATION MOOD AND RELAXING AFTER LONG HOURS

The Tranquil Hot Spring Resort Town of Katayamazu Onsen in Japan

Said to change colours seven times a day, Lake Shibayama is not just a pretty lake – it is the water source of the tranquil hot spring resort town of Katayamazu Onsen which sits on the lakeshore.  Spend a leisurely day on a pleasure cruise or ride along the cycling path; on clear days, you can catch magnificent views of the lake against the backdrop of the mountains of Hakusan National Park.

THAILAND DMCS UNITE TO CREATE UNIFORM HEALTH & SAFETY STANDARDS AHEAD OF TOURISM RESTART

As the world has seen the almost complete halt of travel due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the DMC community in Thailand has been hard at work formulating and implementing standards that will solidify Thailand and its tourism facilitators as a destination that is safe for travel. The Thailand Hygiene Plus Initiative (THPI) has been developed by a group of leading Destination Management Companies

Trout Point Lodge, Nova Scotia - small luxury lodge is a hotbed of experiences

Guests can enjoy a soak in a wood-fired outdoor cedar hot tub. COURTESY OF TROUT POINT LODGE This luxurious small hotel empowers guests with its nature-based activities and programs ‘The moon tonight is in the waxing gibbous stage,” says Rémi Torrenta, Trout Point Lodge’s staff astronomer and naturalist. “It’ll be full in a couple of days.” He pulls out a laser pointer as we stand together

Get 'Quokka Happy' at Rottnest Island this winter

Quokka at Rottnest Island Visitors to Perth's island playground are encouraged to 'Get Quokka Happy,' with a range of activities and incentives designed to increase visitation to 'Rotto' over the cooler months.  Enjoy a winter stay on the island, with offers of up to 40 percent off accommodation. Two-bedroom self-contained units now start at $149 per night, and three-bedroom units from $199.

Read Colorado Now

For a poetry fix, fuel your imagination with America The Beautiful, by Katherine Lee Bates. The now-famed patriotic American song was born from lyrics written by Bates in 1893 who took a trip to the top Pikes Peak by prairie wagon and mule. Once sat atop Pikes Peak and taking in the view, the inspiration for the poem was born, as she later recalled "All the wonder of America seemed displayed

The new ‘Smoko’ break for 2020 is launched

After more than 35 years in the health and fitness industry including launching the Fitness First brand in Australia and creating Gwinganna Health Retreat, Tony DeLeede’s company Wellness Solutions has created the new ‘Smoko break’ for the twenties and called it ‘ the wello’.What is ‘the wello?’Wellness solutions have introduced ‘the wello’: a bite-sized break of between five to ten minutes of

Nightlife entertainment activities to be reopened in Hoi An

A wide range of cultural and arts activities under the project “Night street”, which was launched by the Hoi An City Centre for Culture, Sports, Radio and Television in Quang Nam Province, were officially recommenced on July 10. A performance of 'bai choi' singing in Hoi An ancient city Previously, the nightlife entertainment activities had been postponed due to the outbreak of Covid-19

Perth Craft Beer Festival returns

WA's largest beer event – the Perth Craft Beer Festival – is returning this year from September 4 to 6 at the Claremont Showgrounds. The event will activate one of the biggest beer halls in Perth, with plenty of undercover areas and fire pits to keep warm.  An impressive range of breweries and cideries from WA and across the country will be featured, alongside carnival games, rides,

The Tokyo EDITION Toranomon Japan

EDITION Hotels will open the Tokyo EDITION Toranomon, its first hotel in Japan, in September 2020.  Located near the metro stations of Kamiyacho, Roppongi-Itchome and Toranomon, the hotel will have 206 guest rooms including 22 suites with views of the Tokyo skyline.  It will have three restaurants, including a specialty restaurant with an outdoor terrace overlooking Tokyo Tower.  EDITION

Just 2 Weeks To the Virtual Event!

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Maderia – Safer to discover

Madeira, an autonomous region of Portugal, is an archipelago comprising islands off the northwest coast of Africa.  The main island of Madeira itself is volcanic, green and rugged, with high cliffs, pebbly beaches and settlements on deltas of the Fajã River.  Its capital is Funchal. Madeira has opened to international visitors with a range of safety measures for visitors that cover

Uncover Cool Finds in Brisbane's Laneways

You may not have known but Brisbane is spoilt with several hip laneways in its city centre, Fortitude Valley 'The Valley', and South Brisbane. They're not exactly hidden but it does help to learn where to stop and take a closer look if its your first time exploring Brisbane's laneways. It's a great way to spend a day, wandering down the laneway labyrinths filled with intimate,

The 2020 PGA Championship Comes to San Francisco

Major Championship golf is back, as San Francisco's Harding Park hosts the first major of the year, the PGA Championship, Aug. 3-9. Although spectators are not allowed on site, you can still watch the action from home as golf's top players compete for the Wanamaker Trophy.This year's PGA Championship in San Francisco will be broadcast domestically in primetime on both ESPN and CBS, with 175

NSW TO SHINE ON LEADING NETWORK 10 LIFESTYLE SHOWS, INSPIRING FUTURE TRAVEL

NSW will star exclusively in all 10 episodes of Taste of Australia season 2, and feature in segments across seven episodes of The Living Room, showcasing some of the state’s top tourism destinations and experiences to Network 10 viewers from July to November. Destination NSW has secured more than 10 hours of exclusive NSW content on the national primetime lifestyle programs reaching more than

The ELIVI SKIATHOS Beachfront Hotel Reopened

The ELIVI SKIATHOS, which is located within a wildlife refuge, natural lagoon, and pine forest, has reopened for the 2020 season. Skiathos, a Greek island in the northwest Aegean Sea, is part of the Sporades archipelago.  The five-star beachfront hotel is offering a range of new activities to encourage guests to reconnect with nature. These include mindfulness walks through the forested

Costa Brava Girona Tourist Board

From Costa Brava Girona Tourist Board, we are delighted to offer you tailor-made attention to help you arrange your operations in Costa Brava and Girona Pyrenees. These are destinations where within a short distance from the mountains to the sea the visitor can stop, admire the beauty of eight natural parks; savor the area's fascinating wine and gastronomy, with its blend of tradition and

The Kibiji and Hiruzen-Kogen Highlands in Japan

Explore Okayama Prefecture’s attractions during your next trip – from historic towns to the highlands and the Seto Inland Sea – via 8 recommended cycling routes with gorgeous scenery where you can also sample local delicacies along the way.  The easiest and most scenic cycling routes are that of the Kibiji and Hiruzen-Kogen Highlands.  The former is one of Japan's top 100 paths that winds

TAT ROPES IN AGODA TO PROMOTE DOMESTIC TOURISM

Hotels signed up with Agoda under TAT’s TTogether initiative will be promoted on its dedicated platform. The Tourism Authority of Thailand has partnered Agoda to leverage the latter’s technology and marketing expertise to streamline the booking and payment process for participants in the government’s 20 billion baht (US$482 billion) TTogether domestic tourism stimulus programme.The