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 […]
Prepping your smartphone for your trip is just as important as knowing what to pack in your suitcase. Andrew Moore-Crispin, Director of Content at Ting Mobile, a top-rated mobile service that aims to save people money on their phone bills and be smart about phone use, shares savvy phone tips below to ensure stress-free travel during […]
With recent events such as the Thomas Cook collapse, more travelers are falling victim to flight cancellations and long delays at the airport. According to AirHelp, the world’s leading advocate for air passengers, more than 90% of US travelers are unaware of their rights in these instances. In the occurrence of a delay or cancellation, passengers […]
Norwegian Cruise Line, the innovator in global cruise travel with a 52-year history of breaking boundaries, today unveiled its Encore Moments campaign to recognize and reward everyday heroes across North America. Launched in advance of the debut of the brand’s newest innovative ship, Norwegian Encore, the company is encouraging the public to nominate those who deserve an encore […]
Governor Andrew M. Cuomo has announced that the Great New York State Fair has broken the total attendance record for the fourth year in a row while setting several single-day attendance records during its 13-day run. Last year’s record-breaking attendance of 1,279,010 was broken yesterday at 11:30 a.m. Governor Cuomo presented Williams Family of Lakeland, […]
The Divi Aruba All Inclusive is offering guests a first class dining experience this fall with award-winning, Boston-based Chefs Chris Coombs and Adrienne Wright. The chefs will create an Aruba inspired exclusive 4-course dinner with 2 Amuses and wine pairing at Fusion Restaurant & Piano Bar on the nights of October 25 and 26, 2019. […]
If you’re planning to go on holiday anytime soon, watch out – your flight could be affected by strikes. A massive pilot strike at SAS in April and May left more than 370,000 passengers stranded at airports. Strikes are a growing problem: staff from Ryanair and British Airways have also been on strike, and according to AirHelp’s news sources, […]
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