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Highlighting the 2023 Travvy Award Nominees: Top Honeymoon and Wedding Destinations
The nominees for the highly coveted Travvy Award 2023 have been announced! The Greater Fort Lauderdale Broward County Convention Center is hosting the annual celebration on November 2, where the best and brightest travel industry category winners will be recognized. This includes airlines, car rental, hotels, resorts and cruise lines. Vote for your favorite Wedding…
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San Francisco Pier Struck by Cruise Ship Collision
On Thursday morning in San Francisco, Princess Cruises ship crashed into a pier upon docking and caused significant damage. According to information obtained by CNN, the Ruby Princess “made unexpected contact with Pier 27’s dock and dock structure”, damaging both ship and structure. “No guests or crew were injured during this incident,” Princess Cruises stated…
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Responsible Tourism: Tips to Be a Respectful Traveler in Hawai’i
Hawai’i has a tourism fatigue. Just over 9 million tourists will visit the Aloha State in 2022. This is just a few thousand short of the peak number for 2019. Hawai’i is a popular destination for tourists, but it’s also home to over one million people who live and work there. Tourism is an important…
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‘Great Ameri-Cation Sale’ Revealed by American Queen Voyages
American Queen Voyages announced its “Great Amer-Cation Sale”, providing free one-category accommodation upgrades and up to four thousand dollar in onboard credits on select 2023 voyages, saving passengers an estimated amount of $4,000. Sale ends August, 31st 2023. “American Queen Voyages is delighted to introduce its special Great Ameri-Cation Sale and welcome travelers of all…
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Showcasing the 2023 Travvy Award Nominees: Top Cruise Destinations
by TravelPulse StaffLast updated at 8:00 PM ET on Friday, July 14, 2023 The voting for the 2023 Travvy Awards has officially opened. The 2023 Travvy Awards celebrate the best in travel, including cruise lines, cruise ship, hotels, all-inclusive, resorts, airlines, tour operators, and more. Check out the nominees this year for best cruise destinations.…
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Bali Set to Implement Tourist Tax
Portugal’s tourism industry will have a record year in 2023. According to the World Travel & Tourism Council’s latest Economic Impact Report, the tourism industry will have likely exceeded its peak in 2019. Portugal’s tourism industry will contribute 40,4 billion euros to the economy. This is equal to $45.4 billion. Portugal’s tourism sector generated around…
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Crystal Serenity Successfully Finishes Sea Trials in Preparation for July’s Inaugural Sailing
One year since A&K Travel Group acquired Crystal Cruises, its inaugural sailing of Crystal Serenity under new ownership is nearly underway. Crystal Cruises announced today that Serenity had successfully completed sea trials ahead of her upcoming cruise from Marseille, France which departs July 31. As part of these tests, an array of officers, technicians, and…
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Portugal’s Travel and Tourism Industry Poised to Achieve Record-Breaking Year in 2023
Portugal’s tourism and travel industry is on its way to a record-breaking year in 2023. According to the latest Economic Impact Research from the World Travel & Tourism Council, by the end of this year the tourism industry in the country will likely have exceeded its peak for 2019. The report states that Portugal’s tourism…
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Limited-Time Auto Train Sale Launched by Amtrak
Amtrak announced a limited-time sale for passengers ready to ride the Auto Train. Travelers looking to save the stress and time associated with driving I-95 between the Northeast and Florida now have options that start as low as $29 in coach travel or start from $229 plus cost of vehicle for first class private rooms.…
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Yucatan, Mexico: Where Serenity Meets Adventure on the Beaches
Mexico’s Yucatan Coast is known for its diverse and paradisiacal beaches. They are characterized by their endless and varied activities. The white sand and mangroves blend harmoniously along the almost 400 km of coastline. From Celestun up to Rio Lagartos you can enjoy an ecotourism adventure, as there are protected natural reserves and freshwater springs…
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