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United Arab Emirates rejoins UN World Tourism Organization

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has rejoined the United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) after 26 years of having left the entity, it was announced yesterday.

Hard Rock International to Open New Hotel in Daytona Beach in 2016

Hard Rock International, in collaboration with Bayshore Capital, plans to open a Hard Rock Hotel in Daytona Beach. Anticipated to debut in 2016, running at the same time as the 58th annual Daytona 500, the site will feature 250 hotel rooms, 100 condominium units with access to all hotel amenities and a signature Hard Rock Cafe.

IATA Marks New Distribution Capacity Milestone, Addresses Safety & Efficiency Moves

In techie news, The International Air Transport Association (IATA) said it marked a milestone in its New Distribution Capability (NDC) initiative with the assignment by Airline Tariff Publishing Company (ATPCO) of its Open AXIS license to IATA.

Top Caribbean Beaches (4)

What Makes It Great: Pirates once haunted this seven-mile stretch of golden-sand beach. From funky eateries that serve icy-cold drinks by day to sizzling hot reggae by night, Seven Mile Beach is a haven for fun-seekers and sun-worshippers alike.

Top Caribbean Beaches (3)

What Makes It Great: Shoal Bay East is a coral island. Like Grace Bay, the sunsets here are what sets it apart from most beaches. Plus, the locals who frequent this beach are about as nice as they come. You may also get an impromptu taste of culture on the beach as it’s a popular spot for some leisurely games of cricket.

Top Caribbean Beaches (2)

What Makes It Great: This may be the best beach for clients who want a little more action to go along with their beach experience. Besides swimming in the clear blue water, where spotting a friendly stingray is as common as finding a sea shell, this stretch of heaven comes with an array of beach bars, restaurants and shops.

Top Caribbean Beaches

Beaches have always been prime ingredients in vacation travel, especially when it comes to the Caribbean. You, as travel agents, most likely know this from firsthand experience, but we have statistical information to back that up.

EIBTM announces fresh look for 2-13 show floor layout

EIBTM the global hub for the meeting and events industry, which is dedicated to driving the industry forward, is working on a new look to the show floor for this year’s event. The exhibition hall in Fira Gran Via (Barcelona), will feature a new design and layout, dedicated towards giving the visitor and exhibitor experience a fresh appeal.

Positive growth for Cape Town tourism sector in the 2012/2013 peak season

As announced recently by President Jacob Zuma, South Africa’s Annual Tourism Statistics 2012 showed encouraging growth for tourism countrywide. 9,188,368 international tourists visited South Africa in 2012; 10.2% more than the 8,339,354 tourists in 2011.

World Travel Awards sparkles with winners at Middle East Ceremony

Etihad, Burj al Arab, Emirates, Avis, Europcar, Qatar and Rotana were among the big names to emerge victorious at World Travel Awards 2013 Middle East Ceremony, held at Le Royal Meridien Resort&Spa Dubai on 5 May 2013.