A recent national survey commissioned by the American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA) shows that nearly two-thirds (69 prcent) of Americans will not travel for Christmas. With a new surge in covid-19 cases, the CDC recommending that Americans do not travel over the holiday season and new stay-at-home orders in place in states across the country, the […]
Meet the BOA– Black Outdoor Adventurers. It is an outdoor adventure social enterprise focused on the health and wellness of people of color mainly between the ages 27-42 that live and work throughout the New York Tri-State and Northeast region. Founded by Mina Okpi in 2015, Black Outdoor Adventurers works to eliminate the lack of […]
The holiday frenzy is upon us… it begins with Thanksgiving and culminates with the New Year. Although the country is still in the grips of a global pandemic, many homebound people are looking for a safe change of scenery. Whether plans are to travel by air or hit the road, one thing is certain: safety and health […]
Lotte New York Palace, has announced its lineup of holiday programming for guests to enjoy in a safe way this festive season. The centerpiece of this year’s programming being the hotel’s 35-foot ornate tree displayed in its courtyard on Madison Avenue. Lotte New York Palace will additionally offer stay packages and programming for guests to […]
Pink Shell Beach Resort & Marina, a family-friendly oceanfront resort along Florida’s Gulf Coast, has been recognized by Condé Nast Traveler’s 2020 Readers’ Choice Awards as one of the top resorts in Florida for the fifth year in a row. The prestigious award adds to the resort’s celebrations as it marks 70 years of providing warm hospitality and […]
The American Museum of Natural History will be reopening its doors to Members on Wednesday, September 2, and to the general public on Wednesday, September 9. Advance ticket reservations are required and are available on amnh.org or through the Museum’s Explorer app. (For a trailer announcing the Museum’s reopening, click here.) Upon reopening, most of the Museum’s permanent halls will […]
The American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA) today released the “Safe Stay Guest Checklist” for guests on how to travel safely while also creating a standardized safety experience nationwide. This checklist is part of AHLA’s Safe Stay guidelines, an industry-wide, enhanced set of health and safety protocols designed to provide a safe and clean environment for all […]
As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to have devastating impact, #FirstRespondersFirst announced today a partnership with Marriott International to support frontline healthcare workers with essential protective equipment, accommodations, child care, food, mental health support and other essential resources. As people are being asked to serve the public health by stepping back, frontline healthcare workers are being tasked with […]
Airlines exploit the COVID-19 crisis to reduce air passenger rights. Their actions may leave travelers stripped of up to 80% of current rights. As passengers are paying to bailout airlines via their tax bill, they should not have their rights undermined in return. Maintaining strong air passenger rights should be a non-negotiable condition of any bailout. […]
Color is all around us, woven so tightly into our lives that we rarely stop to question what it is and how it works. Where do the colors in diamonds and rainbows come from? How have some animals benefited by evolving to stand out, while others survive by blending in? Why do some colors make […]
Sir Royston Hopkin KCMG, chairman and managing director of Spice Island Beach Resort (www.SpiceIslandBeachResort.com), received two prestigious honours at his recent 75th birthday celebration – the 2020 Six Star Diamond Award from the American Academy of Hospitality Sciences (AAHS) for the 7th consecutive year and a Six Star Diamond Award from the organization for Oliver’s, a […]
Now that 2019 has come to a close and we’re full speed ahead into 2020, lots of people are making travel plans for the upcoming year. We all know that traveling can be frustrating, especially when you’re dealing with delays, overbookings, and cancellations. AirHelp – the world’s leading passenger rights company – took a look […]
AirHelp research exposes a flight compensation merry-go-round as the number of compensation claims that are rejected by airlines on wrongful grounds increases. A 2019 investigation by AirHelp, the world’s leading air passenger rights organization, reveals United Airlines rejects 40% of claims that have been identified as eligible, and American Airlines and Delta each reject 27% of […]
StarVista LIVE, producer of theme cruise events and unique entertainment experiences, announces the Soul Train Cruise has sold out its 9th sailing. The Soul Train Cruise will feature dozens of superstar performances, special events and opportunities to interact with icons of R&B music as it sails from Ft. Lauderdale, FL and travels to St. Maarten, St. Croix […]
Condé Nast Traveller Magazine announced the results of its annual Readers’ Choice Awards, with Puerto Vallarta recognized as No. 11 among the TOP 20 CITIES in the WORLD. “We welcome this honor with open arms in Puerto Vallarta as it represents the many people who have visited our great shores.” said Javier Aranda, Director of the Puerto […]
Episode: Talking Appalachia with Poet Phill Provance! (CLICK ON IMAGE TO LISTEN!) In this episode, we dive deep into the role of the poet in modern society.As other art forms and a lack of good education on the subject have rackled and turned off the potential audience, Phill informs us how for the people of Appalachia and the growing numbers of those of all predilections who face this sometimes harsh world poetry is as essential as ever. Journey with us through a conversation that is more than just an ellegy!
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