Forests are emerging out from the shadow of fossil fuels in climate debate
Letting people living in forests become nature’s guardian is bringing both development and saving ecosystems
Ecuador
Top retirement haven in Europe and worldwide
Panama is the best place to retire, while Spain is top retirement haven in Europe Panama is the “World’s Best Retirement Haven in 2014” according to InternationalLiving.com’s Global Retirement Index 2014. Panama, Ecuador, Malaysia, Costa Rica and Spain are the top 5 best destinations for good-value living around the world. The index features 24 countries, … Read more
Middle East reports the strongest international passenger growth
By 2017 total passenger numbers are expected to rise to 3.91 billion—an increase of 930 million passengers over the 2.98 billion carried in 2012, according to the prediction of International Air Transport Association (IATA). IATA released its forecast for travel between 2013 and 2017 this week showing that airlines expect to see a 31% … Read more
Mexico, Peru and Ecuador recognised as South America’s leading tourist destinations
The hottest South American destination of 2013. World Travel Awards celebrates its 20th anniversary this year and is acknowledged across the globe as the ultimate travel accolade, celebrating those brands which are pushing the boundaries of industry excellence in product and service. Mexico, Peru and Ecuador were among the big names to emerge victorious during … Read more
Ecuador’s Tren Crucero joins The Luxury Train Club
Ecuador’s Tren Crucero with steam locomotives from the beginning of the 20th century takes passengers across Ecuador´s Andes watching the transition from moorlands, through cloud forests, to tropical coastal landscapes. The stunning scenery and a cruise with exciting off-train visits are now part of The Luxury Train Club offer, making it the third rail travel … Read more
Top 10 Countries 2013, Top 10 Regions and Top 10 Cities for 2013
Lonely Planet Guide Reveals Its Best for 2013 Lonely Planet’s eighth eagerly-awaited annual collection of the best places to go has named Hobart and Christchurch as two of the world’s top cities for next year in 2013. Other cities to make Lonely Planet’s list for 2013 are San Francisco (1), Amsterdam (2), Hyderabad (3), … Read more