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Puerto Plata the New Coast of Eco-Style and Activity

Puerto Plata has become the “it” destination for adventure and eco-travel along with affordable luxury. With its laid back and relaxing atmosphere, culture and desirable warm weather, Puerto Plata is an astonishing place that will delight even the most experienced traveler.

October 22nd, 2008 | 0 comments | Read more
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Fuel and energy costs are biggest threat to Caribbean tourism

The combined factors of a slow U.S. economy, increased competition, rising energy costs, and threats of reduced air service are affecting levels of occupancy and profits for the region’s hotel owners and operators.

August 22nd, 2008 | 0 comments | Read more
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Government of Dominica Supports Eco-Lodge Project

Distinguished International(R) Hotels, Residences and Resorts is pleased to announce that it has reached an agreement with the Carib Council to develop the first ever Eco-Lodge Resort and Conference Center in the Carib Territory of Dominica.

August 21st, 2008 | 0 comments | Read more
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Ancient Mayan Ruins in Belize see increase in popularity after ‘Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull’

Weekend crusaders and tourists alike are heading to ancient Mayan ruins in Belize to see where the crystal skulls were discovered… and perhaps discover one of their own.

August 2nd, 2008 | 0 comments | Read more
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Johnny Depp plans to bring solar-hydrogen power to his personal Caribbean paradise

The “Sweeney Todd” star is aiming to bring some Earth-friendly elements to his 35-acre Caribbean island abode.

July 25th, 2008 | 0 comments | Read more
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Richard Branson developing Caribbean eco-resort

The ever-innovative Richard Branson, Chairman of the Virgin Group, is setting his sights on yet another foray into sustainable business - eco-resorts - with twenty exclusive villas as well as a beachfront restaurant on the new “Mosquito Island”, which he says will be the most environmentally-friendly resort in the world.

July 3rd, 2008 | 1 comment | Read more
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IIPT Founder and President Louis D’Amore Delivers Keynote at First International Community Tourism Retreat in Kingston

International Institute for Peace through Tourism (IIPT) founder, Louis D’Amore, delivering keynote address at the inaugural International Community Tourism Retreat in Kingston, Jamaica.

June 18th, 2008 | 0 comments | Read more
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Tourism Concern campaigns against development on Bimini islands

Tourism Concern continues to campaign with local Biminites and environmentalists from across the world to campaign to demand a halt to the development of a mega-resort on the Bahamian islands of Bimini.

June 16th, 2008 | 0 comments | Read more
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Star Island Bahamas strives for 100 Percent Energy Self-Sufficiency

Opening in 2009, Star Island, a private-island destination currently under development in the Out Islands of the Bahamas, is expected to revolutionize green luxury in the Caribbean

June 10th, 2008 | 1 comment | Read more
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Caribbean Nations Launch Challenge Initiative to Protect Marine and Coastal Resources

The Nature Conservancy joins Caribbean leaders to launch “Caribbean Challenge” at United Nations COP-9 conference, an effort by regional governments to build political support and generate long-term funding to protect at least 20 percent of participating countries’ marine and coastal habitats by 2020.

June 3rd, 2008 | 1 comment | Read more
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Elite Island Resorts earns Green Hotel Certification

Elite Island Resorts, the second-largest independently owned Caribbean hospitality group, announced yesterday that four of its properties, scattered throughout St. Lucia, The Grenadines and Antigua, have been awarded a Green Hotel Certification for achievements in multiple international standards.

May 7th, 2008 | 0 comments | Read more
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New Environmental Tourism Project for Cayman Islands

The Cayman Islands Environmental Project for the Tourism Sector (CEPTS), a joint collaboration between the Cayman Islands Department of Tourism, the Department of Environment and the private sector, is the Caribbean’s boldest and newest response to the environmental issues facing the region in an effort to change the face of tourism in the Caribbean as it goes ‘green’.

April 24th, 2008 | 1 comment | Read more
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