Area beach named after author’s boat IAN STALKER A Kempinski resort found off of the north coast of Cuba doesn’t hesitate to show appreciation for a literary great who frequented the area over half a century ago. The Cayo Guillermo Resort Kempinski opened in 2020 and sales manager Maidolys...
Long running show a staple for Havana visitors IAN STALKER The (Havana) show goes on! And on and on and on… Havana’s famed Tropicana will mark its 85th birthday on Dec. 31, 85 years of what Emma Gonzalez Alarcon of Havana tour company Turarte says has been non-stop performances, with the show...
Bolivian hotel a reflection of its surroundings IAN STALKER Guests at Bolivia’s Palacio de Sal should be understanding if they hear staffers chanting that old refrain, “Rain, rain, go away.” After all, precipitation does lead to an unusual hotel situation for a truly unusual hotel....
Coconut Bay Beach Resort & Spa’s unique location sets it apart ANN RUPPENSTEIN After a scenic morning sail, our catamaran came to a stop at the foot of one of Saint Lucia’s most iconic landmarks – the Petit Piton. The view is postcard-worthy but we’re not actually here to hit the white...
Step aside tequila, it’s raicilla’s time to shine IAN STALKER A newish entrant in Puerto Vallarta’s tourism scene wants to shine a light on an old area alcohol that it believes has at times unfairly been denied its place in the sun. Benomade Cultural Experiences in Mexico is affiliated...
Puerto Vallarta properties proud of their cuisine IAN STALKER David Chairez says his employer offers hotel stays that will reassure Mexican food purists on vacation in Mexico who would cringe at the thought of having to chow down on Tex-Mex dishes. Chairez is with Puerto Vallarta-based Hoteles Buenaventura,...
Property helps with numerous worthwhile causes IAN STALKER Coastal Mexico’s Hotel Maraica San Pancho likes to serve as a best friend to man’s best friend. The community-involved San Pancho, Nayarit eco-hotel hotel among other things works with area residents who help find permanent homes...
This Hawaiian island is known for its dramatic coastlines, abundance of wildlife, stunning scenery and laid-back vibe ANN RUPPENSTEIN The odds are not in our favour as a thick and fast-moving layer of fog continues to set in as we drive up the windy road to Kaua’i’s Waimea Canyon. As a means...
Team uses Central Florida town for spring training IAN STALKER Visit Central Florida is inviting Canadians to watch the boys of summer play in spring. The region is used by the Detroit Tigers for spring training and Michael Hogan of Visit Central Florida says viewing the Tigers will be enjoyable for those...
Puerto Vallarta is only one side to the state IAN STALKER Tourism officials in the Mexican state of Jalisco want tourists to see more than sea. The state is home to Puerto Vallarta, long popular with foreign vacationers, but tourism minister Vanessa Perez Lamas says that that oceanside city is only one interesting...
