Inside Wanderlust's virtual event: Beyond the beaches in the Dominican Republic. Adventurer Monty Halls joined Wanderlust’s Lyn Hughes, the Dominican Republic’s Sabrina Cambiaso and our travel-obsessed readers for a night of Dominican Republic inspiration...

Learn about Aruba’s health and safety protocols and gain an insight into what Aruba is like now and how your clients might find the island if they travel in the coming months.

Caribbean Virtual Roadshow - Dominican Republic Session 15 September 2020, 6pm BST Travel Agents can register to attend the session via the link below.

Write October 7 and 8 in the calendar! Then Visit Sweden invites you to a new format to meet the Swedish hospitality industry. It will be an online workshop where buyers and sellers meet for individual and pre-booked video meetings in a dedicated digital forum. With a view to 2021 and 2022, Sweden's hospitality industry welcomes you who are looking for new opportunities in new times. Sweden is still and perhaps even more an interesting and exciting destination in a new reality. Therefore, Visit Sweden invites you to an online version of the appreciated and important business meetings between international buyers and Swedish sellers. Swedish Workshop Online gives the international travel industry a chance to capture business opportunities for next year, and not least to create relationships with new and old business contacts for the future with tourist companies and destinations in Sweden. Visit Sweden wishes to invite tour operators, agents and Online Travel Agents with a focus on 2022, but who still have the planning to some extent open for 2021. Registration and booking of meetings will open in August, and the matching of meetings between sellers and buyers is done a few days before the workshop.

The Association of Hotels and Tourism of the Dominican Republic (ASONAHORES, acronym in Spanish) announced the "ASONAHORES Virtual Fair 2020" promoting the relaunch of the country's tourism sector. The fair will be held from November 2 to 6 in a semi-face-to-face way through the website www.asonahores.com and will have the support of the country's Ministry of Tourism.

The P1 AquaX Bahamas World Championship is back! Watch as an elite field of the world’s very best personal watercraft racers compete for the title of World Champion in Paradise Harbour.

The Bahamas Marathon features 26.2 miles of history, beauty, scenery and loaded with miles of ocean views. The fast, flat course (except for two bridges at mile 2) is ideal for those looking to achieve Boston qualifying times.

The Israel Tourist Office invites you to join us for a festive virtual quiz on January 28th at 4pm to celebrate Tu’Bishvat. Tu'Bishvat is Israel's annual "New Year of Trees", where everyone celebrates by planting new trees, as well as eating dried fruit. We're hosting a quiz event where all participants will be sent a link to an app called Kahoot, which will allow us to answer the questions in real time. There are going to be prizes as well, from Israeli cookbooks to bottles of wine. We hope to see you online!

The Tourfilm International Film Festival, the world’s oldest tourism film festival, is offering the opportunity to win a trip to the Czech Republic. All you have to do is send in a video of the country’s incredible tourism offering, and the best entry will receive a trip to the Czech Republic, with three days accommodation, transport and flights. The winner (and honourable mentions) will be announced during the Holiday World & Region World Trade Fair, taking place from the 9th - 11th April 2021. The winner (and honourable mentions) will be announced during the Holiday World & Region World Trade Fair, taking place from the 9th - 11th April 2021. Category: Best Foreign Video Deadline for Entry: 26th February 2021 How to Enter: • Create and submit a video promoting the Czech Republic as a tourist destination • The video can be up to three minutes long • English subtitles are required if there is an alternative language used • The video must have been made within the last two years • Only one video may be submitted under each name • You cannot submit a video previously submitted to TourFilm • The video must meet the following technical parameters: • Resolution HD 1920*1080 progressive, H264 Mp4, max 7 Mbps. • The video format must be streamable • The frame rate is set by how the video was made originally, if the video was made at 30-60 fps, it does not need to be re-rendered at 25 fps. The same applies when the video was made in 4K and 4K is also an essential art element of the creative work, then videos in 4K or 60 fps are also acceptable. However, it is essential that the video is coded as h264 Mp4, streamable on YouTube and other online platforms. Submit your video today: http://www.tour-film.cz/en/Tourfilm-International-competition/Registration

Appointment based event aimed at European media members

The Purim Festival is one of the best times of the year to party in Israel, and this year we will celebrate together on zoom. It’s going to be fun and we’d love to see you there. Fancy dress is optional, of course, but at the very least you can have a laugh seeing with the tourist office staff are wearing. During the event we'll tell you more about the Purim Festival, as well as a bit of information about Israel's amazing nightlife options. We're even going to have a live quiz using the Kahoot app, with prizes for the winners. We look forward to seeing you there!

Trade event aimed at UK product managers

The World Championship in Nové Město na Moravě is a top biathlon event in the Czech Republic. The venue has been recognised by the international sports public for its excellent organisation and great spectators. The same can be expected in the upcoming World Championship in the heart of scenic Vysočina, a region that especially provides ideal conditions for cross-country skiers in winter. The first Biathlon World Cup took place there in 2012 (and in 2018) and a year later the resort successfully hosted the World Championship.

International jazz festival was established in 2002. It has started as a weekend music event, but turned out to the great cultural event which brings colorful cocktail of jazz concerts, jam sessions and workshops to the city of Brno throughout the year. Jazz Fest Brno brings to its fans, not only from the region but throughout the Czech Republic and abroad, the best of what contemporary jazz has to offer. Quality and innovative dramaturgy hand in hand with professional production of Jazz Fest Brno, gain a reputation as one of the most important jazz festivals in the Czech Republic and Central Europe.

Trade event aimed at UK product managers

Join Antigua and Barbuda, and the Sandals resort to find out why the destination is perfect for any get away.

Join this webinar for a lesson on romance in Antigua and Barbuda. Email tourisminfor@aandbtourism.com

Trade show aimed at the luxury market

Trade show organised by Visit USA (UK)/Travel Weekly & Aspire

Join this webinar to learn what Antigua and Barbuda has been doing to earn the title of Lonely Planet's emerging Sustainable Destination if the Year (2021)

Join Antigua and Barbuda as we team up with Sandals Grande to give you a taste of the destinations beautiful cuisine.

Join this webinar to learn about the fun activities that Antigua and Barbuda has to offer. Email tourisminfo@aandbtourism.com for an invite

The event will showcase post-Covid treatment packages from the best spas across the Czech Republic, Europe’s spa capital. During this virtual event, you will have the opportunity to hear firsthand information from several spas, industry-leading medical experts, and physiotherapists on how the Czech Republic is set to play a pivotal role in supporting patients who are dealing with the long-term consequences of Covid-19. The panel will be fielding questions from attendees, and the event will culminate in a live virtual tour of the iconic Czech spa town; Karlovy Vary.

The BIG Travel Trade Event Team were delighted to be back once again at the Hilton Hotel Templepatrick last week and plans and preparations for the LIVE event on 24th & 25th August are well underway with the jam packed 2 days being as great as ever!

Travel agent destination training focused on North America

Greater Miami and Miami Beach will be exhibiting at the Brand USA Travel Week Europe from 25 to 28 October 2021

Greater Miami and Miami Beach will be exhibiting at WTM Live from 01 to 03 November on stand NA200 (part of Visit Florida). Should you wish to secure an appointment, e-mail sebastian@firstpr.co.uk

WTM London 2021 takes place physically from 1-3 November and then virtually the following week on Monday 8 and Tuesday 9. Their virtual platform is focusing on one-to-one meetings and networking to help you do business again. To explore both the physical and virtual events and decide how best to seize the opportunities.

Travel agent destination training focused on the LGBT+ market

Travel industry event for product managers

The Ambassador of Greece & the Greek National Tourism Organisation cordially invite you to the Hellenic Residence, for a presentation of the Greek islands of Astypalea and Alonissos. Astypalea The off-the-bitten track, butterfly-shaped island with the sun-drenched secluded beaches, the iconic whitewashed villages and windmills, and a centuries-old history, that aspires to become Europe’s first sustainable and carbon-free island. Alonissos Home of the Sporades National Marine Park, a refuge for the Mediterranean monk seal, monachus monachus and a stone's throw from the islet of Peristera, where the first underwater museum of Greece is located. The Mayors of Astypalea and Alonissos as well as a representative of a specialized diving center will attend the event to provide more information on the two destinations and discuss future collaborations. Drinks reception to follow Thursday, March 3, 2022 6:30 PM The Hellenic Residence 51 Upper Brook Street, London, W1K 2BT Kindly respond by February 15 to trade@gnto.co.uk Copyright © *|2022|* *|Greek National Tourism Organisation UK & Ireland OfficeI*, All rights reserved. Want to change how you receive these emails? You can update your preferences or unsubscribe from this list.

Travel Trade Event for Product Managers

Travel agent destination training focused on North America

On Wednesday 06 April 2022, Representation Plus will hold its first virtual MICE Market, a free event giving you an opportunity to reconnect and form new relationships with DMCs, airlines and destinations from around the world. Hosted on the EZY Virtual Events platform, MICE Market will feature an exhibition hall where you will be able to download collateral material and meet our suppliers in their private meeting room, a networking area to catch up with industry peers and an auditorium where you will be able to hear from some motivational, industry and product speakers. The event will take place from 2pm to 6pm and give you the chance to meet up with our partner DMCs from Albania - Chicago - France - Germany - Houston - Ireland - Italy - Las Vegas - Malta - Nassau - Netherlands - New Orleans - New York - Seattle - Southern California - Spain - Texas - The Bahamas - Washington DC. Representatives from APG (GSAs of 200 airlines worldwide), ANTOR including Greater Miami Convention & Visitors Bureau, Grenada Tourism Authority and Nassau Paradise Island will also be on hand to share their latest updates and give you tools to help you plan your future events. Access to the platform will be available for 24 hours after the event for registered buyers to browse the supplier's assets and download collateral material. To sign up, simply click on the registration link below.

Are you as a Travel Trade professional interested in what is new and exciting in Sweden as a destination? It is with great joy and anticipation we look forward to welcoming you to Sweden and the Swedish Workshop again. Visit Sweden in collaboration with Visit Dalarna invites you to Swedish Workshop in Falun, Dalarna 18 – 19 May 2022. Swedish Workshop is an excellent opportunity to meet representatives from the Swedish tourism industry and to get an update on the wide range of products Sweden can offer. You will meet top supplier companies from all over Sweden – among others; hotels, Swedish destinations, activity companies, carriers and DMCs. Swedish Workshop will give you an opportunity to discover new and exciting destinations and experiences. At Swedish Workshop you will: • Meet existing and new suppliers and gain information to fulfill your current and future needs. • Discover what is recently new in the marketplace and what is planned to come in the next 12 months. • Develop and strengthen business relationships. Take a chance to learn more about a potential destination when coming to Swedish Workshop by participating in one of the Pre or Post tours. As a participating buyer you will have the opportunity to visit and learn more about some of the most interesting destinations in Sweden. Does this sound interesting? Hoping we get to welcome you to Falun, Sweden in May!

Sheryl Crow will be on stage at Atlantis Paradise Island this coming May. Tickets are available from US$79 at the stunning outdoor concert setting on Paradise Island in The Bahamas.

With an array of Michelin-starred restaurants, miles of award-winning beaches, vast national and state parks, plus the largest network of natural springs, Florida has so much to offer your clients that will keep them coming back again and again. Taking place between 12-16 September, TTG Florida Fest returns with a series of online events designed to inspire and educate the travel trade. Get ready to experience Florida like never before, register for this free-to-attend festival and learn from the below tourist boards, alongside VISIT FLORIDA. Click on the logos to find out more, plus gain access to their websites and training platforms.

During this informative and fun event, you will be able to soak up the North American ambience and update yourself on the diverse range of activities, multi-centre holidays, fly & drive, city break and tailor-made packages on offer to meet your customer's needs. The evening with offer a combination of networking and presentations, delicious food and drinks, exciting entertainment along with a free prize draw with a number of fabulous prizes to be won.

Greater Miami and Miami Beach will be exhibiting at WTM Live from 07 to 09 November on the Visit Florida stand. Should you wish to secure an appointment, e-mail sebastian@firstpr.co.uk

Meeting show, hosted buyers and other MICE invited guests, networking and theatre performance. Details to follow.