Tag: symposium
Tanzania’s wildlife parks turn sixty
Famous German conservationist Professor Bernhard Grzimek and his son Michael made a milestone development in the conservation of wildlife in Tanzania, producing a film documentary and a popular book with ... Read More
FAA has $6 million in matching funds available for new UAS test site partnerships
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) announced that it will partner with qualified commercial companies who can match the agency’s $6 million pledge to perform vital drone integration safety work at ... Read More
PATA Annual Summit 2019: Issues of sustainability and social responsibility
The PATA Annual Summit 2019 (PAS 2019), under the theme ‘Progress with a Purpose’, opened in Cebu, Philippines on May 9 with 383 delegates from 194 organisations and 43 destinations ... Read More
BestCities launch Inspiring Young Leaders program
BestCities Global Alliance has today launched the Inspiring Young Leaders program, and has recognized two associations who have committed to actively encouraging youth engagement ahead of their upcoming congresses. The ... Read More
PATA Youth Symposium empowers the next generation of tourism leaders
The PATA Youth Symposium, hosted by the Department of Tourism, Philippines, took place on the first day of the PATA Annual Summit 2019 on Thursday, May 9 at the Radisson ... Read More
This May Puerto Vallarta is the land of celebration
Puerto Vallarta is always finding reasons to celebrate and this May is no different. For the month of May Puerto Vallarta will be celebrating everything from local culture to Pride ... Read More
Myth-Mania: Stories of men, heroes and indigenous world at MarTa
The National Archaeological Museum of Taranto (MarTa) celebrated the return of important finds back home. Myth-Mania, rediscovered stories of men and heroes, speaks of objects taken from necropolises by grave ... Read More
NY drinks NY wines: History and hybrids
New York Wines: Disaster in the Beginning Historians have documented the fact that grapes were first introduced to New York by the Dutch (1647-1664); sadly, the crops failed. A few ... Read More
Shenyang EXPO begins third year with optimism
hree major exhibitions since March 15th have very successfully launched the third year of operations at the Shenyang New World EXPO (“EXPO”). The combined attendance exceeded 124,000 visitors and two ... Read More
Ontario tourism sector set for Rural Tourism Symposium
Tourism industry professionals from across Ontario will gather at Lang Pioneer Village in Keene this April for the second annual Rural Tourism Symposium. The one-day conference, with the theme “Redefining ... Read More
Air freight – worst performance in the last three years
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released data for global air freight markets showing that demand, measured in freight ton kilometers (FTKs), decreased 1.8% in January 2019, compared to the ... Read More
China International Boat Show grows from strength to strength
Now in its 24th year the largest boating and yachting event in Asia has grown to an impressive 55,000sqm in space and continues to be the most sought after event ... Read More
FAA announces 4th Annual Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) Symposium
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and the Association for Unmanned Vehicle Systems International (AUVSI) will co-host the 4th Annual FAA Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) Symposium on June 3-5, 2019 at ... Read More
Globetrotters meet travel industry trendsetters at Berlin Travel Festival
A forward-looking trade show for a new generation of travelers: following its successful launch in 2018 the second edition of the Berlin Travel Festival will be taking place from 8 ... Read More
Got drones? Connect with experts at 4th Annual FAA UAS Symposium
Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and the Association for Unmanned Vehicle Systems International (AUVSI) invite drone owners and operators to join an important national conversation on drone integration at the 4th ... Read More
What’s new in France for 2019?
France is always an exciting destination but the year ahead promises a buffet of intriguing events beyond the capitol. Here are the top reasons to pack your bags and book ... Read More
PATA Youth Symposium inspires the next generation
The PATA Youth Symposium, hosted by the Langkawi Development Authority (LADA) and the Alumni Association of UiTM Students' Representative Council (PIMPIN) in collaboration with the PATA Malaysia Chapter, Tourism Malaysia ... Read More
PATA: Inspiring the tourism leaders of tomorrow
The next PATA Youth Symposium, with the theme ‘Inspiring Tourism Leaders of Tomorrow’, will take place on the first day of PATA Travel Mart 2018 on Wednesday, September 12 at the ... Read More
PATA: Successful Youth Tourism Symposium on Guam
Over 150 students, alumni, lecturers and industry professionals from Guam, overseas and the neighboring Pacific Islands participated at the PATA Youth Symposium 2016, held at the University of Guam Ca Read More
PATA UNWTO debate in Guam: Seychelles Minister VIP panel guest
During the course of his visit to the US island of Guam as a VIP invited guest at the 2016 PATA Summit being hosted on the island at the Dusit ... Read More
Seychelles Tourism Minister and Guam Senator meet during PATA summit
Founded in 1951, PATA (Pacific Asia Travel Organization) is a non-profit association internationally acclaimed for acting as a catalyst for the responsible development of tourism to, from, and within Read More
Tourism: Guam governor meets Seychelles Minister
Seychelles' Minister for Tourism and Culture met with the Governor of the US island of Guam during a visit to the 2016 PATA Summit. Read More
Seychelles Tourism Minister St.Ange takes part in PATA panel discussion
Hosted by the Guam Visitors Bureau, the 2016 annual summit is a 4-day program consisting of the association's executive and advisory board meetings, annual general meeting, and PATA Youth Symposium, ... Read More
Seychelles Tourism Minister delivers keynote speech at 2016 PATA Summit in Guam
Invited as VIP key speaker at the 2016 PATA Summit in Guam, Sey helles Minister for Tourism and Culture Alain St.Ange and his delegation were met by Guam Senator Tina ... Read More
Global experts to headline PATA Annual Summit in Guam
The Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) Annual Summit 2016 (PAS 2016) has locked in an impressive roster of dynamic international guest speakers and panelists, including the Minister of Tourism and Read More
PATA Summit in Guam features Seychelles Tourism Minister as lead speaker
BANGKOK, Thailand – “This year marks the 65th anniversary of PATA and it is entirely appropriate that we are returning to our Pacific roots to celebrate this historic occasion,” said ... Read More
Tumon, Guam will be the venue for 2016 PATA Annual Summit
The Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) will be organizing the PATA Annual Summit 2016 at the Dusit Thani Guam Resort in Tumon, Guam, in May. Read More
Guam leaders aim to stimulate investment with island’s first Economic Symposium
TUMON, Guam - The Guam Economic Development Authority (GEDA) and the Guam Visitors Bureau (GVB) along with other private and public partners are predicting unprecedented growth for Guam. Read More
Guam tourism prepares for increase of Chinese visitors
TUMON, Guam – Arrivals from China to Guam rose from 7,068 to 8,939 – a significant increase of 26.5% compared to CY2011. Read More
Iwo Jima Association of America will honor veterans at Guam reunion
TUMON, Guam - Iwo Jima war veterans will meet on Guam for a Reunion of Honor on March 10-12, 2012. The reunion is being arranged and promoted by the Iwo ... Read More
New tourism destination representatives for Guam Visitors Bureau
Ivy Alliance and AQ Communications are the Guam Visitors Bureau (GVB) tourism destination representatives in China. Read More
Award-winning Corinthia Hotel Budapest hosts major exhibition and symposium for Automotive Parts Remanufacturers Association
The five-star, award-winning Corinthia Hotel Budapest hosted the Virginia-based Automotive Parts Remanufacturers Association (APRA), which held an exhibition and symposium from April 26-27, 2010. Read More
EIBTM’s CSR Symposium – shaping the future of sustainability in the events industry
EIBTM www.eibtm.com , taking place from December 1-3 in Barcelona, achieved BS8901 3rd-party certification in 2008 and continues to show leadership by giving the industry its first chance to shape ... Read More
Chapel Hill, N.C. to host gay and lesbian travel symposium
CHAPEL HILL, N.C. - The Chapel Hill area will host a familiarization tour and symposium for members of the gay and lesbian travel trade, including media and tour planners, September ... Read More
Community Marketing announces European Symposium on Gay & Lesbian Tourism
Community Marketing announced their European Symposium on Gay & Lesbian Tourism, to be held at the Cumberland Hotel in London on February 13, 2009. Read More
WTTC hosts Human Resources Symposium in Delhi
NEW DELHI, India (September 9, 2008) - Following successful discussions in the conference organized in Shanghai in January, the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC), in association with the WTTC ... Read More