Destination News - Latin America / Caribbean.

Jun 14, 2009

Anguilla

The Anguilla Tourist Board announced the launch of its new website, www.anguilla-vacation.com. Designed to capture and communicate the essence of Anguilla, the new site tells the story of the Anguilla experience and highlights the destinationOs offerings to travelers. From history, culture and every activity under the sun, to tableside and roadside dining, along with accommodations to fit all budgets and all tastes, the site offers a one-stop platform for the Anguilla vacation. The ATB has also introduced three new collaterals for trade and consumers. Their destination brochure has been redone, and reflects their laid back, island luxury. The new layout, beautiful imagery and copy tell the Anguilla story and how visitors can truly experience it. They have also created a romance brochure. Along with, of course, information on getting married in Anguilla, as the island is consistently at the top of the list for honeymoon and destination wedding hot spots. To round out their new collaterals, they have created a new Charming Escapes Collection brochure depicting their authentic Anguillian accommodations at an assortment of small hotels and guest houses that dot the island. www.anguilla-vacation.com. Jun 12, 2009

Cancun

At least 12 of the 40 hotels that closed their doors in Quintana Roo due to the fall in tourism as a result of the sanitary emergency brought about by the H1N1 flu, reopened. Eight of the hotels that opened again are located in the Maya Riviera and the other four are located in Cancun. Jun 11, 2009

Cruise Planners, American Express

Cruise Planners/American Express has launched a microsite for Royal Caribbean InternationalOs Oasis of the Seas at www.OasisSneakPeak.com. The new site provides a behind-the-scenes look the largest passenger ship in the world, including image galleries with ship renderings and shipyard photos from Turku, Finland, documenting the construction process of the 5,400-passenger ship. Cruisers can get the latest ship updates on the news blog and track the launch date of the Oasis of the Seas on the countdown clock. The 220,000-ton Oasis of the Seas will span 16 decks and feature 2,700 staterooms. For more information, call Royal Caribbean at 800-327-2056 or visit www.cruisingpower.com. www.CruisePlanners.com. Jun 10, 2009

Crystal Cruises

AmericaOs Vacation Center was recognized as a top luxury travel specialist at Crystal CruisesO 19th Annual Sales Achievement Gala aboard the Crystal Serenity from Miami to Bermuda, May 23 to 26. Steve Hirshan, director of sales for AmericaOs Vacation Center, attended the celebration on behalf of the companyOs independent affiliates. AmericaOs Vacation Center was one of 67 qualifying travel specialists recognized by Crystal. www.JoinAVC.com. Jun 12, 2009

Cusco

The Ayllu, a cafe considered by the people of the city of Cusco as part of their identity, left definitely the local that had in the Main Square for approximately 40 years. Jun 11, 2009

Funjet Vacations

Funjet Vacations launched a series of special reduced rates called Wow Deals, including family, active, romance and luxury vacations in the Caribbean, Mexico, Costa Rica, U.S. cities and Hawaii. The offers are available for bookings June 12 to 25 for travel through Dec. 15. The following hotels are suited to family summer vacations: Jamaica -- Iberostar Rose Hall Beach, all-inclusive, four stars, three nights from USD 399.99, up to two kids 12 and younger stay free, guests will receive a USD 150 resort credit per room; Aruba -- The Westin Aruba Resort, five stars, three nights from USD 549.99, enjoy movie nights, evening campfires and cooking classes; Puerto Vallarta -- Las Palmas By The Sea, all-inclusive, two stars, three nights from USD 279.99, kids 12 and younger stay free; Orlando -- Sheraton Vistana Villages on International Drive, three and a half stars, seven nights from USD 429.99, kids 18 and younger stay free, stay seven nights for the price of four, choose from a one- or two-bedroom Villa, free transportation to Disney theme parks; and Oahu -- Hyatt Regency Waikiki Beach Resort & Spa, four stars, five nights from USD 824.99, guests can receive their fourth night free, free breakfast and a complimentary room upgrade. Through Funjet's exclusive Iberostar Hotels & Resorts offer, clients get two nights free in 2010 on bookings made now. www.VAXVacationAccess.com. Jun 12, 2009

Future Vacations

Future Vacations/2Go Media New Deal travel agent incentives are available until further notice. Bookings eligible for ONew DealO incentives must include a minimum four-night stay and air-inclusive as well as land-only bookings are valid. Participating destinations are spread among the Caribbean, Mexico, Central and South America, Europe, and the U.S. (Florida/Orlando, Hawaii, New Orleans, New York and San Francisco). Hotel partners include such leading brands as Fairmont, Hilton, Hyatt, Iberostar, Intercontinental, Le Meridien, Marriott, Melia, Occidental, Ritz-Carlton, Riu Resorts, Sandals, Westin, and Wyndham. For a complete list of participating destinations and hotels, visit www.futurevacations.com/futurevacationshotels. Future Vacations rewards travel agents by paying up to 15 percent standard commission. www.futurevacations.com. Jun 11, 2009

Lake Titicaca

The Lake Titicaca continues in first place of the F Group of the contest that will select the Seven Natural Wonders of the World, surpassing competitors like the Niagara Falls and the Danube River. Meanwhile, the Amazon remains in second place of the E Group, surpassed by the National Park of Rio Subterraneo, located in Puerto Princesa in Philippines. Jun 11, 2009

National Museum of Afro Peruvian Culture

The first National Museum of Afro Peruvian Culture, located in the city of Lima, was inaugurated last week. The main objective is to pay tribute to the work done by the Afro Peruvians in the identity and in the Peruvian culture. Photographs, musical instruments as well as typical dresses and art works of Peruvians of black race can be seen in this Museum. Jun 11, 2009

The Ocean

The Ocean by H10 hotel chain, that has three resorts in the Caribbean, launched its new corporate website where the search process has been simplified. A clear example is the search word OExperiencesO where the type of vacations can be selected: Romantic, Business, Spa; Sports or Family. After that, Ocean By H10 presents a list of services, packs and offers that go according to the selection made. A survey manager has also been included enabling Ocean By H10 to know the clientsO experience and, in this way, improve or strengthen certain services. Jun 11, 2009

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