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Oldman River, Alberta - perfect for fly fishing

Once caught, fish need to be handled with wet hands to protect the slime on their skin, which is their immune s ystem. SUSAN NERBERG/THE GLOBE AND MAIL Not far from Calgary, in the Alberta Foothills, are waterways perfect for a peaceful day of fly fishing Life is on the line as I teeter in the current of the Oldman River in southern Alberta. No, I’m not about to engage in a daredevil rescue

Eco Beach Resort now open

Eco Beach Resort Set in the pristine and untouched Kimberley region, multi-award winning Eco Beach Resort has re-opened its doors for the 2020 season.  Located 130 kilometres south of Broome, the property comprises 25 luxurious eco villas interlinked by elevated wooden boardwalks, and 30 safari-style eco tents.  With stunning views over the Indian Ocean, the resort offers a range of

Anantara to debut in the Seychelles with rebrand of iconic Maia Luxury Resort & Spa

Maia Luxury Resort & SpaAerial View Anantara Hotels, Resorts & Spas announces it will debut in the Seychelles this September with the upcoming rebrand of the iconic Maia Luxury Resort & Spa, one of the country’s most exclusive and stylish properties. Anantara Maia Seychelles Villas will represent the luxury brand’s launch in the archipelago, complementing its existing collection of world-class

PATA Nepal Chapter

Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) Nepal Chapter is one of the independent PATA Chapters worldwide, established in line with the spirit of PATA HQ in 1975 and it has become one and only full-fledged tourism association in Nepal encompassing almost all stakeholders of Nepali tourism (from both public and private sector) including Active government (Ministry of Culture, Tourism and Civil

Phu Yen-style chicken rice

A plate of Phu Yen-style chicken rice Although chicken rice in the central province of Phu Yen is not as popular as its versions in Hoi An City and Quang Nam Province, the dish is worth a try because its flavor may be unforgettable for diners.Phu Yen chicken rice is quite similar in many ways to Hoi An chicken rice. They both have soft chicken flesh and yellow rice. However, what making Phu

Pan Pacific Perth Pays It Forward to Help the Homeless

Pan Pacific Perth is fast becoming known for its community spirit and role in helping the homeless of Perth.After successful efforts to secure the hotel as a safe haven for the city's most vulnerable through discussions with the City of Perth, the next step for Rob Weeden, Hotel General Manager, was to ensure that the assistance the hotel was providing to the cities homeless was permanent.

The Verona Opera Festival

Verona is a city in northern Italy’s Veneto region, with a medieval old town built between the meandering Adige River. It is the setting of Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet and a 14th- century residence with a tiny balcony overlooking a courtyard is said be Juliet’s House.  The Arena di Verona is a huge 1st Century Roman amphitheatre, which currently hosts concerts and large-scale opera

DANANG UNDER LOCKDOWN

Photo: TTR Weekly Vietnam’s Ministry of Transport has halted all domestic passenger flights to and from Danang City for 15 days, effective from 28 July.All repatriation flights out of Danang had to depart by midnight, Tuesday. Around 80,000 domestic tourists were scheduled to be airlifted out of the central region province.According to Vietnam Global Portal News, the Civil Aviation Authority

Riviera Nayarit - A Stunning Treasure Awaits You

The Riviera Nayarit region, located within the Mexican state Nayarit, offers 192 miles of Pacific coastline, the Sierra Madre Mountains, Banderas Bay and protected natural areas. There is also the resort town Nuevo Vallarta, historic village San Blas, and surf area Sayulita. Riviera Nayarit has four AAA Five Diamond hotels, 11 AAA Four Diamond hotels and 13 AAA Three Diamond hotels. Two new

Viking to Launch New Ship for the Mekong River

Viking has announced it will launch a new ship for its popular Magnificent Mekong cruise-tour. Currently, under construction, the 80-guest Viking Saigon℠ is scheduled to debut for the 30 August 2021 cruise-tour departure; the river cruise portion of the itinerary sails between Kampong Cham, Cambodia and Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon), Vietnam. “For many of our guests, Vietnam and Cambodia remain

Familia Torres Winery In Spain

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

50,000 NEW JOBS FOR PARRAMATTA’S FUTURE CBD

Thousands of new jobs, great design and high-quality public places are on the horizon for Parramatta as plans for the CBD’s revitalisation reach a major milestone.  The NSW Government and City of Parramatta Council have progressed the plan that will guide a vibrant and strong future for Greater Sydney’s second CBD, as part of the NSW Government’s COVID Recovery Plan. The proposal will

Guam Visitors Bureau

Located in the heart of the Western Pacific, Guam is an island territory of the United States, the largest of the Mariana and Micronesian islands, and home to some of the warmest people in the world.  Known for its white-sand beaches and crystal clear ocean waters, Guam is a perfect destination for families, honeymooners, divers, and anyone looking to relax and get away from crowded city

Sui Suwako is a Luxury Ryokan in Japan

Located along the shores of Lake Suwa in Nagano Prefecture, Sui Suwako is a luxury ryokan that is famous for its ‘infinity’ open-air bath on the rooftop. This rare mixed-gender bath (bathing suits required) offers guests a relaxing soak with gorgeous views over the tranquil lake.  With only 8 tatami rooms, each with a private open-air bath, this exclusive ryokan is all about quiet luxury.

THAILAND: 60% OF TOURISM BUSINESSES THREATENED IF BORDERS DO NOT REOPEN BY THE END OF THE YEAR

Photo: Tourism Review News Tourism has been at a standstill for four months and many countries are starting to get nervous. In Thailand, where the industry accounts for 18% of GDP, foreign arrivals could drop by 80% by the end of 2020, driving 60% of tourism businesses to bankruptcy for lack of activity.Faced with the near-total shutdown of its industry, Thailand fears the worst for its

Wanuskewin Heritage Park, Saskatchewan - archaeological project in Canada

Park visitors view a dig in progress. COURTESY OF TOURISM SASKATOON Explore the longest-running archaeological project in Canada on a site that’s been a traditional meeting place for centuries The grasslands seem endless when standing on the Saskatchewan prairie: A vast carpet of flora, fields of grain and distant clusters of farm buildings. At Wanuskewin Heritage Park, on the outskirts of

Australia's first underwater Aboriginal sites discovered in the Pilbara

An archaeology discovery project in the Pilbara region of WA's North West has uncovered Australia's first underwater Aboriginal sites, along with 8,500 year-old artefacts.  More than 269 artefacts have been mapped across multiple sites on the Dampier Archipelago seafloor, on Murujuga sea country.  The stone artefacts were found following an extensive three-year subsea investigation of the

Discover lesser-known gems on a Colorado road trip

Road tripping near Colorado Springs, credit Dan & Zora Avila Colorado is home to more Scenic Byways than any other state in the USA, and to encourage thoughtful travel in the wake of COVID-19, Colorado Tourism Office has created a Scenic Byways site to help plan road trippers on their next visit, by connecting secret small towns with majestic peaks and cultural gems. Fuel your road trip

NIC ASIA BANK LTD Nepal

NIC ASIA Bank is one of the largest private-sector commercial banks with the motto of "Digital First Bank" in the country in terms of capital base, balance-sheet size, number of branches, ATM network, and customer base.  The Bank has 326 branches, 101 extension counters, 61 branchless banking, and 464 ATMs across Nepal with a network covering all major financial centers and digital services

New tourism project kicks off in Moc Chau

LuongThi Hong Tuoi, of the Thai ethnic minority group in Vat village, Muong Sang commune, Moc Chau district in the northern province of Son La, tidies up a room in her homestay. She received support from the GREAT programme to open the service. (Photo: VNA) Local authorities in the northern province of Son La have kicked off a new tourism project in the capital town of Moc Chau aiming to

Ponant Delivers Sixth Ship in 24 Months

  "At a time of difficulty in the cruise industry, I am pleased to announce on Bastille Day that PONANT, the world leader in luxury expeditions continues to invest in the future with confidence, pursuing our growth strategy exampled by the launch of Le Bellot in March this year, and now the delivery of Le Jacques Cartier, the latest ship to join our modern fleet" announced Sarina Bratton,

Puerto Rico - the Allure of Music

Puerto Rico is a Caribbean island of mountains, waterfalls and the El Yunque tropical rainforest. Music, rhythm and dance are a key part of Puerto Rico’s culture including : Bomba, where the beat of the drums is guided by the feet of the dancer, traditionally reflected sadness or anger, and Salsa, which originated in a Puerto Rican community of New York is one of the island’s most vibrant

The unspoilt beaches of the Dominican Republic

The Dominican Republic is a Caribbean nation sharing the island of Hispaniola with Haiti.  Its terrain comprises rainforest, savannah and highlands, including Pico Duarte, the Caribbean’s tallest mountain.  Capital city Santo Domingo has Spanish landmarks like the Gothic Catedral Primada de America dating back five centuries in its Zona Colonial district.  Located near the south coast

Elite Havens Launches Signature Collection

Elite Havens, Asia's leader in high-end holiday rental vacations, announces the launch of its Signature Collection, a premium selection of the most exclusive villas and chalets in exotic destinations such as Phuket, Koh Samui, Bali, Lombok, Sri Lanka, India, Japan and the Maldives. The Signature Collection's tagline, 'Luxury at its finest', says it all. Each villa or chalet in this collection

DESTINATION NSW SUPPORTING TOURISM BUSINESSES THROUGH NSW FIRST PROGRAM

Destination NSW’s industry development program NSW First continues to deliver online events and new resources to help tourism businesses grow, promote and sell their products. Sell Your Bookable Products Online is a new NSW First guide to assist businesses to successfully sell their tourism products online, either directly to customers via their website or via third party distributors such as

Explore Himalaya Travel & Adventure

Everest Skydive Explore Himalaya is a Company specialized in Nature, Culture and Adventure Tours covering entire Himalayan region in the Four Countries, Nepal, India, Bhutan and Tibet.  Having an excellent base to Adventures Tours like Trekking, Mountaineering, Whitewater Rafting, Mountain Biking, Motorcycling and any other activities, Company also runs the Tours on Special Interest

Universal Studios Japan is Reopened

Image privided by: Universal Studios Japan Having just resumed operations on 19 June, Universal Studios Japan is currently opening in phases to allow for capacity control.  To facilitate social distancing, admission may be limited and ticket sales will be suspended. According to the latest update, they are only admitting Kansai residents with any USJ pass and annual pass holders.  Guests

CPN AND TAT LAUNCH JOINT EFFORT

Nattakit Tangpoonsinthana (left), executive vice-president for marketing at CPN, receives the Amazing Thailand Safety & Health Administration (SHA) badge from TAT governor Yuthasak Supasorn (centre) and Thapanee Kiatphaibool, deputy governor for tourism products and business at the TAT. Photo: Bangkok Post The Shop & Travel in Thailand campaign will give away 17 million baht in electronic

Îles-de-la-Madeleine, Quebec - Fields of White Snow

A guest of Chateau Madelinot photographs a baby seal. The seal’s fluffy white coat indicates it is less than two weeks old. DOMINI CLARK/THE GLOBE AND MAIL Winter conditions may be harsh here, but the opportunity to see a seal pup up close will warm you up The North Atlantic in winter is a world of monochrome. Fields of white snow replace lush green landscapes. Blue waters turn inky black.

Road trip through the Villages in the Valley

TINY TEA SHOP NANNUP In the heart of WA's South West region, the Villages in the Valley road trip meanders its way across the rolling landscape of the Blackwood River Valley.  Only 2.5 hours south of Perth, the route passes through the towns of Balingup, Bridgetown and Nannup, offering spectacular scenery, homely cafes and restaurants, classic country pubs, charming antique stores,

Wear Colorado

Rockmount Ranchwear, credit VISIT DENVER You don't need to wait until you're in America's Old West to get kitted out in cowboy/girl attire.  Denver shopping staple and family-run inventor of the snap button cowboy shirt, Rockmount Ranchwear, has clothing available to buy online.  From embroidered shirts to leather belts, ponchos and children's wear, you can rock the Colorado cowboy look

N.C.C. International Events

With our extraordinary experiences in having organized innumerable worldly-famous events for more than 25 years, the Professional Events Organiser at N.C.C. Group is proud to offer you an inclusive range of excellent quality services for meetings, incentives, conferences and congresses of all sizes and kinds.  As a unit of N.C.C. International Events based in Queen Sirikit National Convention