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Weekly UpdatesJun 7, 2009
The Federal Government will give foreign tourists, who turn to DF a free health insurance, especially against illnesses caused by virus. The insurance that will protect visitors against the virus of influenza A H1N1 and, moreover, it will give other 10 benefits, it will be obtained in the hotel where the tourists will be lodged. Jun 3, 2009
Arequipa
Arequipa will have a guide of museums that will show to the tourists what offers, more than 16 galleries of Historic Center. The document will include photographs and thematic information about the offer of each one of the museums in order that tourists could have the option to choose which one they are going to visit during their stay. The guide will be full color and in Spanish and English, and it will be distributed in travel agencies, hotels, airport and terminus with no cost. Jun 3, 2009
Brazil
Brazil, with six monuments, is competing in vote of the 7 Wonders of Portuguese Origin in the World and it has presented the candidatures of the San Francisco de Ass Church of Penitence, the Sanctuary of Jesus of Matozinho, both are in Minas Gerais; the Monastery of Sao Bento and the Convent of San Francisco, in Rio de Janeiro; el Fuerte del Principe da Beira, in Rondonia and the Monastery of Sao Bento of Olinda. The list of the participants includes in total 27 monuments belonging to 16 countries. Jun 3, 2009
Cancun
After its services in two of its hotels in Mexico, the ME Cancun and Melia Cozumel, have been temporarily interrupted, Sol Melia will open its establishment in Cancun and will do the same with that of the island, on June 13th. Jun 3, 2009
Costa Rica
In spite of the global economic downturn Costa RicaOs tourism industry is forging ahead with an increase in interest from the airline industry, a variety of recognitions for its sustainable tourism message, and a record number of attendants at Expotur, the Costa Rica Travel Mart and Central AmericaOs prominent travel trade show. Despite tourismOs steep global decline, the event hosted 186 service providers, a 29 percent increase over 2008. Participation during this yearOs event was also at an all-time high. Expotur welcomed over 5,000 visitors during its five-day span, including buyers and delegates from more than 25 countries, including Belgium, Panama, France, England, Sweden, Italy, Germany and the United States, as well as consumers looking for great vacation deals in the region. www.visitcostarica.com Jun 5, 2009
Cozumel
The tourist Cozumel companies prepare themselves for the return of the ships for this Wednesday, while the hotel activity already went up to 41 percent. The recovery of the hotel sector has been marked because it went from 19 percent to 41 percent that was reported this Saturday; which means that the level of the activity was duplicated around a week and half. Jun 3, 2009
Cuba
With the lifting of certain travel restrictions to Cuba, joyful family reunions have been become more common at the airport in Havana. Earlier this year President Barack Obama eliminated travel restrictions for Cuban Americans who wanted to visit their homeland. During their travels, not only do they get to see their families but they also help Cuba's tourism industry stay afloat. Thanks to those that have been flocking to the island nation to see family, tourism in Cuba has not suffered as greatly as tourism for the rest of the Caribbean. And it's not just Cuba that is reaping the benefits. Jun 2, 2009
Cuba Travel Services
Cuba Travel Services, Inc. to Relaunch Non-Stop Flights from L.A. to Havana. Due to increased demand that flooded into Cuba Travel Services, Inc. offices on the heels of the Obama Administration lifting travel restrictions on Cuban Americans, Cuba Travel Services, Inc. will be launching its first non-stop weekly flight from LAX to Havana starting June 30, 2009. Departing on Tuesdays at 11:00 am Cuba Travel Services, Inc. will be utilizing aircraft operated by Continental Airlines. Jun 3, 2009
Divi Resorts
Divi Resorts is opening Pure Beach, a beachfront, open-air lounge, bar and restaurant with a European beach club aesthetic, at Divi Aruba Phoenix Beach. The Divi Aruba Phoenix Beach (www.diviarubaphoenix.com) is a luxury high-rise resort located on ArubaOs Palm Beach. Pure Beach is open for lunch and dinner, from noon to 10:30 p.m. nightly, and features lounge-style dining, with low tables and chairs, modern white dcor, cool island breezes and a front-row seat to Aruba sunsets. The menu, which features flavors from across the globe, includes dishes such as grouper with mango saffron lemon curry dip as well as gourmet twists on classic dishes like kobe sliders with foie grass mousse and a truffle grilled cheese sandwich. Pure Beach also offers a variety of wines from across the globe, available by both the bottle and glass. Jun 4, 2009
Jamaica
The Jamaica Tourist Board received the Caribbean Heritage Award from New York City Comptroller William C. Thompson Jr. on June 2 at a special awards ceremony in celebration of Caribbean Heritage Month. Receiving the award for JTB was Anthony King, regional director, tour operators and airlines. Each year, the comptroller pays tribute to prominent Caribbean Americans represented by various professions. This yearOs event was co-sponsored by the Caribbean American Center of New York, the Caribbean American Chamber of Commerce and Industry, the Caribbean WomenOs Health Association and the West Indian American Day Carnival Association was held at the SEIU Union Headquarters in Lower Manhattan. www.visitjamaica.com. Jun 5, 2009
Lake Titicaca
Lake Titicaca continues leading the group F of competition that will choose the seven Natural Wonder of the world, meanwhile el Caon del Colca raised one position in the last ranking of the foundation New7wonders and it places in the first place of the group D Jun 3, 2009
Mazatln
Mazatln, Mexico, is rolling out savings on accommodations throughout the summer and beyond. Travelers can book now for steep discounts, as well as perks like free nights, complimentary upgrades and resort credits for dining, spa treatments, sightseeing cruises and entertainment. The destination greets guests with a variety of deals and packages, including: El Cid Resorts offers savings of 30 percent off summer rates at each of four resorts in Mazatln, plus a complimentary upgrade to next available room category. Guests who book a minimum of three nights also receive a Resort Credit coupon book with USD 300 in savings throughout this coastal city on upscale dining, scenic city tours, boating excursions, spa services and more. As a treat for families, children 12 and under stay and eat free when accompanied by an adult. Visitors enjoy private beach access, signature dinning, free-form pools, water sports and more. El CidOs Pronatours offer guided tours of the colorful historic district, Old Mazatln, as well as excursions to nearby picturesque colonial villages located on nature preserves in the Sierra Madre foothills. Rates start as low as USD 68 per night for stays booked before June 30, and are available for travel through Dec. 20, 2009. Black-out dates may apply. www.elcid.com. Jun 5, 2009
Panama
In November, after one year of the opening of its first establishment in Asuncion (Paraguay), the Argentine hotel chain will inaugurate el Esplendor Denovo Panama, in the capital city of the country. The hotel will be of 42 floors and have 100 rooms and its building will demand an investment of USUSD 30 million. Jun 3, 2009
Puno
Puno would have a Mythological museum similar to those that exist in Paraguay and Spain, where trace and ornaments, related to the culture of this region of the country, will be exhibited, it informed that the museum would be located on the shore of Lake Titicaca. Jun 3, 2009
Sol & Luna Lodge-Spa
Sol & Luna Lodge-Spa, located in Urubamba valley, invested USUSD 5 million in the extension of its facilities that will have 15 new luxury small houses, as well as one multipurpose hall with capacity for 150 people. The small houses will be directed to luxury segment and will be added to the 28 bungalows that this hotel currently has. All the houses will have more than 100m2 of the inner area, one private garden and terrace, and wonderful view to the surroundings of Valle Sagrado. Jun 3, 2009
TheBBH
The establishments meeting in TheBBH, the first Argentine club of boutique hotels, will present a series of tourist circuits in the country. The Boutique Routes, which will be proposed by TheBBH at the beginning and join the gastronomic offer and the comfort of the boutique hotels, are Patagonia Boutique, Mesopotamia Boutique, Centro Boutique, Noroeste Boutique and Buenos Aires Boutique. Jun 3, 2009
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