Telling the human story of Pompeii and Herculaneum

Bringing the Romans to life in the heart of London; An unmissable exhibition and an unparalleled glimpse into the daily life of the Roman Empire Two ordinary cities, one extraordinary event. London’s British Museum is looking at the Roman home and the people who lived in Pompeii and Herculaneum ill-fated cities in “Life and death … Read more

Eco-conscious hotels in US. Eco-friendly efforts don’t have to end at home

10 eco-friendly and stylish hotels in Americans’ favorite destinations according to the Hotels.com Hotel Price Index. The guests of this hotels think about reducing their carbon footprints without skipping a moment of vacation time. Here are top 10 most popular U.S. destinations (according to the Hotels.com Hotel Price Index (HPI) ramping up their conservation efforts … Read more

Discovery Centre to be the first lodge-based conservation research platform in the Serengeti

Thrilling Discovery Centre to open at Four Seasons Safari Lodge Serengeti. Tanzania‘s remarkable wilderness, wildlife, people and culture can be explored from June 2013 through the Discovery Centre inaugurated at Four Seasons Safari Lodge Serengeti. Part museum exhibit, part lecture theatre, the Discovery Centre will be the first lodge-based conservation research and education platform in … Read more

The largest eco theme park to be build in Riau Islands, Indonesia

Responding to the growing demand for eco-tourism, Asian hospitality chain Meritus Hotels & Resorts (MHR) and Funtasy Island Development announced plans to build the largest eco theme park and the first gated island community in the world. Located on Riau Islands, Indonesia and slated to open in 2014, the deluxe resort development Funtasy Island will … Read more

World Rainbow Hotels expanding into Brazil

Facilitated by a recent partnership with Sao Paulo Turismo, the official tourism authority of Sao Paulo city as well as with the Rio Convention Bureau, World Rainbow Hotels (WRH), the first and only collection of gay-friendly hotels aimed at consumers and travel agents alike, is expanding into Brazil. “WHR’s expansion into Brazil reflects the country’s … Read more

Celebrity chef Nobu Matsuhisa to host once-in-a-lifetime onboard vintage room menu

An ongoing trend sees major cruise lines including innovative choices for gourmandizing, certified cheese and wine sommeliers, chef-like cocktails served by certified mixologists and gourmet dining options at every meal. All-inclusive culinary experiences are a hallmark of Crystal Cruises, a cruise line that invited the ever-charming Japanese celebrity master chef and restaurateur Nobu Matsuhisa to … Read more