South American News

Cancun is home to one of the 171 protected biospheres reserves in Mexico

Health representatives from forty countries, the WHO, and the Pan American Health Organization and the highest level specialists will be in attendance

Florianópolis, Brazil - 15 May 2009 - The importance of Travel & Tourism to Santa Catarina's economy is indisputable, yet much of the potential of this Southern State of Brazil remains largely untapped. This was one of the main conclusions of an economic impact study conducted by the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) on the occasion on the 9th Global Travel & Tourism Summit, currently being held in Santa Catarina's capital, Florianópolis, from 14-16 May.

Third Annual World Conference for Responsible Tourism will be held in May

British soul sensation and Grammy Award winner, Estelle, joins R’n’B star Jamie Foxx to headline this summer’s Aruba Soul Beach Festival which kicks off on the sun-kissed Dutch Caribbean island from May 20 – 25, 2009

On March 20th food lovers and celebrities will gather in Ocho Rios to witness the first ever Jamaica Jerk Challenge which will see UK celebrity chef, Antony Worrall Thompson, take on some of the world’s leading Jerk chefs in an exclusive cook-off.

SOUTHAMPTON, Bermuda — The Reefs, widely recognized as Bermuda’s best hotel, announces that Nicolay Kreidler and Vision Design have teamed up to re-create La Serena Spa to open in June. With the latest approach to relaxation, and a design to match, La Serena Spa delivers on its namesake promise

For the 10th edition of its annual Epicurean Escape, June 24-28, 2009, Grand Lido Negril Resort & Spa in Jamaica has engaged England’s Royal Chef Darren McGrady.

Sonesta Maho Beach Resort & Casino in St. Maarten has appointed Melissa Gumbs as sales manager. In her new position, Ms. Gumbs will be responsible for developing innovative promotions and strategies, attracting international clientele, strengthening relationships with major businesses and organizing conference activity for Sonesta Maho Beach Resort & Casino.

Brazil’s low cost airline, today released preliminary passenger statistics for the month of February 2009

Arenal Volcano, one of the 10 most active volcanoes in the world, is a fascinating natural wonder and must-visit destination for travelers to Costa Rica. One of the few hotels facing the lava-flowing side of the volcano, the Lost Iguana Resort & Spa is offering guests up to 20 percent off stays through December 15, 2009

Galacruises Expeditions are a team of professional dynamic people who know what responsible tourism means. They are an Incoming Travel Agency and Tour Operator in Ecuador with more than 12 years of experience, specialized in managing, operating and organizing naturalist cruises, diving packages, soft-adventures packages and hotel-stay programs in Galapagos and on the mainland for individual passengers, as well as for groups.

Temptation Resort Spa officially opened its doors and welcomed guests on February 20, 2009 in Los Cabos, Mexico. This is the second Mexico property for the new, adults only all-inclusive resort chain owned and managed by Original Resorts. An evolutionary concept in Los Cabos, the new all-inclusive 149-room and suite Temptation Resort Spa welcomes singles and couples to experience a contemporary take on the all-inclusive holiday. Guests are invited to soak up the sun and enjoy up to 40% off regular rates.

Surama’s Eco-Lodge and community tourism programs are being recognized and honored at the U.S. Educational Travel Conference (ETC), taking place in New Orleans, Louisiana from February 18-21.