Costa Rica holiday deals
Costa Rica Luxury Rentals and Tours, located on the Central Pacific coast of Costa Rica within the confines of the world renowned Los Sueños Resort and Marina has announced exciting incentives for travelers looking for an exciting vacation this holiday season.
Eco-friendly travel partnership
Green Globe and Sustainable Travel International said last week that they struck a licensing agreement in which the two will partner to deliver a Green Globe-branded carbon offset tool for travelers, in addition to other co-branded products and services.
Mexicana eyes codeshare with BA
Mexicana aims to start codesharing with British Airways and Iberia on intra-European flights as it prepares to formally join the oneworld alliance.
LAN Premium Business Class
Australia and South America will welcome a new class of travelling from LAN Airlines this coming April as the carrier gets ready to launch its Premium Business Class on its long-haul Airbus A340-300 aircraft.
Nature Air joins Climate Neutral Network
NatureAir, the world’s first carbon neutral airline, has joined the Climate Neutral Network (CN Net), an initiative led by the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) to promote global action towards low-carbon economies and societies.
ATTA adds on-line, sustainable tourism vets to board
Orbitz Worldwide executive Eric Brodnax and international tour operator and sustainable tourism advocate Alfredo Ferreyros join the Adventure Travel Trade Association (ATTA) as its newest Advisory Board members.
Wino’s Guide to South America
Explore the top vineyards, taste rare vintages and meet the winemakers. Enjoy the fine wines and delectable tastes of Chile and Argentina.
New international airport for Venezuela
Venezuela's President Chávez has announced that the government is to spend US$ 700 million constructing a new international airport in Barinas state.
Southwest-Volaris codeshare agreement
Southwest through its web site will sell existing domestic Volaris service and future transborder flights starting in spring 2009, followed by connecting codeshare flights.
Brazil approves Azul Airlines
Officials say a new airline started by the founder of JetBlue Airways is certified to operate in Brazil. That means Azul Airlines is on track to begin flying in December.
Winter travel bargains
With the economy in distress, there may be no cheaper time to travel than this winter as a sharp drop in demand forces airlines, hotels and cruise companies to slash fares, cut rates and lower fees.
AA resumes daily service to Grenada
The resumption of American Airlines service to Grenada should not only be seen as turning point in the island tourism sector but one that will bring tremendous benefits to the agricultural sector.
Best cruise deals in years
Cruise lines hoping to jump start bookings that have dropped sharply since September are offering last-minute space on ships for as little as $299 a week.
Panama enjoys cruise growth
So far Panama has made agreements with some 20 cruise lines, which means that at least 40 cruise ships list the country as a destination. Some of the lines that visit Panamanian waters are Carnival Corporation, Celebrity Cruises, Cunard Line Cruises and P&O Cruises.
Thanksgiving cruise bargains
eCruises.com is "giving thanks" to its cruise customers by offering cruise bargains that allow guests to enjoy onboard Thanksgiving cruising activities; festive arts and crafts; games; and special Thanksgiving cruise menus and decorations.
Brazil cleans up World Travel Awards for South America
The World Travel Awards South America Ceremony was held at Rio’s InterContinental Hotel last Tuesday, revealing the best performers in the travel industry for the region
New G.A.P. adventures to Latin America
G.A.P Adventures, the world’s leading adventure travel company, is pleased to announce that it has expanded its range of tours to South and Central America.
Nicaragua, air/6 nights, from $1,096
Tara Tours is offering packages to Nicaragua that include round-trip airfare, six nights' accommodations, most meals, and ground transportation by air-conditioned bus.
More Continental flights to Rio
Continental Airlines has asked the Department of Transportation for year-round rights to offer nonstop service from its Bush Houston Intercontinental megahub to Rio de Janeiro.
Kids sail Caribbean free
eCruises.com now offering cruise deals on Costa Cruise Line cruises with complimentary cruise protection and kids cruising FREE!Iguaçu
Brazil tourism strong
Brazil's tourism sector keeps a sound growing rhythm despite the international financial crisis, official statistics released Friday showed.
Panama's medical tourism spike
With airlines lowering rates, new hotels popping up left and right, and economic scenarios deteriorating at home, there's no better time to finally splurge for that medical vacation.
Socially responsible tourism in Costa RIca
Costa Rica's Tourism Commission approved a bill seeking to encourage corporate social responsibility in the tourism sector.
Lonely Planet picks Chiloé
The travel guide Lonely Planet has chosen Chiloé, a large island off the coast of Chile’s Region X, as the third world’s best tourist destination for 2009.
Students planning spring break travel
78 percent of student travelers are still planning to get away for Spring Break 2009 - domestic locations and Central America are the destinations of choice.
BCD Travel takes majority stake in Supracolor
BCD Travel has acquired a majority stake in its Costa Rican partner Supracolor, which has operated under the BCD banner since 2006.
NatureAir Launches Eco-Tourism blog
The blog was created to help educate readers on sustainable travel and keep people informed and involved in Costa Rica as an ecotourist destination.
Cruceros Australis Patagonia
Cruceros Australis of Santiago, Chile has officially opened their 2008-2009 season, offering expedition cruises to some of the most beautiful and rarely explored regions of the world.
Argentina reciprocal visa fees
Beginning Jan. 1, travel to Argentina will cost U.S. citizens $131 more than it does today, when new reciprocal visa fees go into effect.
Win five tickets to S. America
LAN Airlines invites you to celebrate its anniversary with a contest that could win you five tickets to the South American destination of your choice.
JetBlue service to Colombia
The airline plans to announce the formal start date this morning, along with introductory fares that will begin at $99 each way.
