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Do you hear that? It's the bell ringing for the last time this school year! That means summer is at long last upon us, and it's just the excuse we need to venture out in search of thrill rides and the splendor of the great outdoors. From helicopter rides soaring high above the Grand Canyon to screaming through the mountains on a zip line, 10Best readers cast their ballots for the best in scenic and adventure travel. After four weeks of voting, the results are in. Click on each category below to view the full list of winners: Best Adventure Travel Company: MT Sobek in Emeryville, California This is the second win for MT Sobek, who've been a leader in adventure travel throughout the world for more than a half-century — Photo courtesy of MT Sobek MT Sobek have been leaders in the adventure travel industry for more than half a century. Today, travelers can choose from some 200 journeys designed to inspire and exhilarate, with interest categories like Family...

New york, USA, May 10, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- As per a latest report published by Research Dive, the global adventure tourism market is predicted to rise in terms of revenue from $609,000.0 million in 2019 to over 1,796,243.8 million by 2027 . The report provides a glimpse into the varying troughs and peaks faced by the adventure tourism market due to varying reasons such as climatic changes and economic issues. Market Dynamics  The United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) states that the number of tourists interested in adventure tourism in 2019 has increased by 5.0% compared to 2018. Some of the reasons for this can be deciphered to be youngsters willing to travel and step out of their comfort zones, hence resulting in increased the revenue within the forecast period. Climate change is the main reason for all the chain reactions within the ecosystem of that area such as – habitat loss, erosion, cultural and language. These are predicted to be a hindranc...

A Agritourism report has come out that gives an overview of the Global Agritourism Industry along with a detailed explanation that provides plenty of insight. The definition of the product/service along with the different applications of this product/service in different end-user Agritourism industries can be found in the overview. There is also plenty of information that highlights the growth trajectory of the Global Agritourism Market. The information provides a strong base for the Agritourism market to be segmented into different segments. In fact, the information also displays the maximum market share during the forecast period by 2030. In addition to the above, the information is based on the partners that are highly competitive, key players as well as their market revenue in the forecast years of 2021 to 2030. There is also a strong focus on product revenues, sales, product categories and even the products that are experiencing the most traction. In this manner, the Agritouri...

With its endless array of events, activities and attractions, not to mention some of the most eclectic restaurants in the country, Los Angeles can present a challenge to curious travelers. "Where to begin?" is often the first question visitors ask themselves upon arrival in this sprawling Southern California city that serves as the center of the nation's film and television industry. Thanks to Atlas Obscura and Los Angeles Tourism , visiting the city has been made a lot easier. The two have introduced a first-of-its-kind partnership, together creating fresh and innovative ways to discover Los Angeles through keepsake materials. The new spectrum of publications includes a special hardcover edition of The Explorer's Guide to L.A. , an art-like Official Visitors Map, a Meeting Planners Guide and the bespoke L.A. Luxury Guide, offering a bookmark-worthy range of all that L.A. has to offer. Hashimoto Nursery provides quality plants to...

Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation Limited (IRCTC) has started operation of Swadesh Darshan special tourism train across the country. In this same sequence, IRCTC will take pilgrims of Madhya Pradesh on May 5 from Rewa city for Swadesh Darshan special tourist train to Vaishnodevi with Uttar Darshan Yatra. This train will pass through Rewa, Jabalpur and Rani Kamalapati (Bhopal) stations of Madhya Pradesh, from where passengers will be able to board this train. Sightseeing of Haridwar, Rishikesh, Amritsar and Vaishnodevi will be done in this journey of 7 nights and 8 days. For this, the passengers have to pay only Rs 12,950 per person (Budget Class - Sleeper Category), Rs 14,650 per person (Standard Class - Sleeper Category) and Rs 24,050 per person (Comfort Class - 3 AC Category) will have to bear the cost. In this package stay for budget class passengers with tea, breakfast, lunch and dinner, non-AC budget hotel for standard class passengers and overnight s...

FRESH from his first trip to visit his associates in Destination Asia in Bangkok and Singapore, John Bevan, divisional senior vice president of Dubai-based dnata Travel Group, is looking forward to the beginning of travel recovery in South-east Asia, and believes that destination management companies (DMC), with in-destination product knowledge and customer focus, will be key to recovery. dnata Travel Group, which bought a stake in Destination Asia in 2016, making its first foray into the inbound travel market in Asia, increased its holding in the DMC during the pandemic – the acquisition was completed in 2021, said Bevan. Destination Asia, founded in October 1996 in Thailand and Vietnam, is present in 11 major countries in Asia including China, Japan, Myanmar, Hong Kong, Singapore, Malaysia, Cambodia and Laos. John Bevan: "If you bring a couple of agents to a destination, they are suddenly more enriched and can sell in a more authentic manner and guide the customer." ...

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Use WSDOT tools, allow extra travel time during popular travel weekend OLYMPIA – With Memorial Day just around the corner, now's the time to make a travel plan for this traditionally busy travel weekend. For those who are traveling, consulting the Washington State Department of Transportation's Memorial Day weekend traffic volume charts can help determine best times to travel on key routes, including times to avoid if possible. The Interstate 5 Canadian border forecast is not included in these charts because testing/vaccination requirements and the length of time the border has been open doesn't allow for reliable forecasts at this point. Travelers should also check ahead for any COVID-19 safety requirements at their destinations or stops along the way. By following these steps, travelers can "know before they go" and plan ahead, whether they're just traveling across town or across the state: Get informed about WSDOT's online tools, includi...

What opportunities are there to supply Papua New Guinea's major mines and what do potential suppliers need to know before attempting to do business in the country's mining sector? We asked procurement professionals at two of the country's major mines, Ok Tedi and Porgera, during an online briefing this week. [embedded content] In 2019, mining was responsible for about 10 per cent of Papua New Guinea's GDP, and some 35 per cent of the country's exports. Typically, the operators of two of the country's major mines – Ok Tedi and Porgera – spend millions each year procuring goods and services from external suppliers. So, what are the two mines planning? Porgera Joint Venture's Jonathan Parker Cameron McGregor, Manager for Supply at Ok Tedi Mining Limited (OTML), says the company has five major projects to deliver at its copper, gold and silver mine in Tabubil. 'All of these five projects work together to help to deliver our strategic business plan,...