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Obama may ease travel restrictions to Cuba

Travel to Cuba

An unnamed U.S. official disclosed that President Barack Obama may relax some restrictions on travel to Cuba by Americans, to allow some cultural or educational trips there, but declined to comment about the specifics. The president already eased some travel restrictions on Cuban travel last year to “promote the freer flow of information” by allowing […]

UNESCO adds more World Heritage sites

UNESCO

A UNESCO meeting just announced the addition of twelve places on its list of World Heritage sites, a powerful promotion for these sites for tourism as well as conservation efforts. The World Heritage Committee of UNESCO, which finished discussions after ten days in Brasilia, gave the coveted title to already-famous tourist spots like France’s historic […]

Apple Files Patent for Travel and Shopping Apps

Apple Apps

A report released last Thursday by the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office showed that Apple has filed three patent applications between October and December for travel and shopping apps, offering services like travel bookings, fashion retail, and hotel services. The travel booking app will allow users to view flight information, reserve travel plans, and check […]

Tahiti Thrives on Green Travel

Tahiti Beaches

The tropical island of Tahiti has some of the most beautiful beaches in the world. Post-card perfect sunsets and views rival those of Bora-Bora and have attracted many tourists over the years. Resorts feature eco-friendly sleeping options amid lush greenery that is thicker and greener than other mainstream resorts. Aside from high-end resorts, guesthouses and […]

Travel Magazine Tags Bangkok As Top City

Bankok Top City

Travel magazine Travel + Leisure has just awarded its “Top City” honor to Bangkok, in spite of recent civilian unrest and violence there. Bangkok city officials acknowledged and welcomed the award, coming in the heels of violent protests and riots organized by Thailand’s political opposition. The August issue of the magazine placed Bangkok at the […]

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