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Civitatis reaches one million reservations from Mexican travellers, with 94% booking experiences for international trips

Civitatis, the leading platform in online distribution of guided tours, activities, and excursions in Spanish langauge across 160 countries worldwide, this week the company has reached one million reservations from Mexican users, with 94% of those travelling abroad outside Mexico.

During its participation in the 48th edition of the Tianguis Turístico in Acapulco taking place in Mexico, Civitatis took the opportunity to announce its exponential growth in the country and the desire of Mexican travellers to explore countries outside the country.

In terms of countries that Mexicans are visiting, Spain holds the first position, followed by Italy, France, and the United Kingdom and the USA. This ranking indicates the trend of Mexicans travelling towards Europe and the USA, which is ahead of other LATAM destinations such as Colombia or Peru.

Meanwhile, the top favourite outbound cities for Mexicans are Paris, Rome, Madrid, Barcelona, and London, with most reservations concentrated in those cities.

Breaking down further the one million reservations from Mexicans, 28 percent made a reservation as a couple, while 17.8 percent were solo travellers. In the case of families, 14.8 percent enjoyed an experience with older children and 5 percent with younger children. Additionally, 14 percent were groups of friends.

Juan Rosselló, Country Manager of Civitatis Mexico and Business Development USA and Central America, said:”Today, we celebrate with great joy that one million Mexican travellers have enriched their journeys by enjoying over 89,000 different activities worldwide on our Civitatis platform. Mexico is a flagship market for Civitatis, not only in Latin America but globally, and shows the value of Mexico as a source market for international travel.

“Spanish, the second most spoken native language globally, boasts 600 million speakers worldwide, making it the second most widely-spoken native language globally, behind Mandarin and ahead of English, with Mexico leading

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Grand Strand hotel evacuates after engineer’s concerns | Myrtle Beach News

Graphic: SC coastal high-rises in federal storm surge zones

The Post and Courier identified about 550 buildings at least six stories tall near the South Carolina Coast using height and location data from state elevator permits and filtering for only addresses close enough to the sea to fall within federal storm surge zones.

The count includes any tall structure with an elevator, including condos, hotels and parking decks.

Buildings with elevator installation dates before 1993 are marked . Buildings with elevator installation dates built in 1993 or after are marked . Buildings erected before 1993 are at an age where corrosion can start to threaten their long-term viability.

About 40 percent of them are at least 30 years old, according to the initial installation date of their elevators. The majority of high-rises are clustered in Myrtle Beach and North Myrtle Beach.

To read more details on a specific building, search for the building below and click the   or .

Federal storm surge zones:  Category 1      Category 2      Category 3      Category 4      Category 5

If the federal storm surge zone selection tool does not appear above the map, please refresh the article.

SOURCE: South Carolina Office of Elevators and Amusement Rides | BRANDON LOCKETT | THE POST AND COURIER

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The financial benefits of off-season travel to your dream destinations

Traveling off-season to your dream destinations can transform the way you experience the world, not just through less crowded vistas and a more authentic experience, but significantly through the lens of financial savings. This strategy not only opens the door to exploring enchanting landscapes and cultures but does so in a manner that is kinder to your wallet.

In this article, we delve deep into the myriad financial benefits of off-season travel, from slashed accommodation prices to affordable flights and unique opportunities that are not available during the peak season. By the end of this piece, you will be equipped with insightful tips and tricks to maximize your travel experiences while minimizing expenses, ensuring your journey is as enriching as it is economically savvy.


Understanding Off-Season Travel

Off-season travel refers to visiting a destination during periods when it experiences the lowest tourist influx. This timeframe varies across different regions and is influenced by factors such as weather, local events, and holidays. The off-season is often characterized by more moderate weather, fewer tourists, and a slower pace of life, offering a more relaxed and intimate experience of your dream destinations.

Financial Advantages of Traveling Off-Season

1. Reduced Airfare and Accommodation Costs

One of the most tangible benefits of traveling off-season is the significant reduction in airfare and accommodation costs. Airlines and hotels lower their prices to attract visitors during these slower months, allowing savvy travelers to enjoy luxury stays and comfortable flights at a fraction of the cost. This section will provide real-world examples of how prices differ from peak to off-season, showcasing the potential savings.


2. Dining and Experiences

Beyond the basics of airfare and lodging, off-season travel can also translate to savings on dining, tours, and experiences. With fewer tourists vying for the same attractions, many service

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Journalists Experience ARTHUR THE KING Adventure Race

Published: March 15, 2024

Photo from ARTHUR THE KING’s Instagram

Bear Grylls Invites Journalists to Experience ARTHUR THE KING Adventure Race

By Movieguide® Contributor

Renowned adventureman Bear Grylls recently invited 20 journalists, including Movieguide®’s Jeremy Carroll, to experience what racer Mikael Lindnord did in his remarkable race, as depicted in ARTHUR THE KING.

“So we’re out here in the sun, in the adventure, in the rain, and it’s kind of similar to what you went through but maybe a little more tame, right?” Carroll asked Lindord after the experience.

“I think we got a small taste…of how it is to be an adventure racer. I did this for almost 20 years, but that’s also the thing that we did here, we did also in the movie, so…ARTHUR THE KING is not the…same environment. We were out there in the bush, cliffs, everywhere,” Lindord said, “and I’m so impressed [with] all the staff and the crew and obviously the head experts for pulling off a movie like this.”

Director Simon Cellan-Jones told Comic Book Resources that he wanted the movie’s scenes to look dangerous, so they filmed in “tough” places.

In the Bear Grylls experience, the journalists ate scorpions, “rescued” a team member, zip-lined, rode mountain bikes, kayaked and tried to find their way in the bush through orange clouds of fog.

Outdoors journalist Daniel Terrill teamed up with Carroll for the kayak event.

Terrill wrote, “I paired up with Jeremy, who [works] for [Movieguide®], to share a kayak and it couldn’t have been a better match-up. We were nearly identical in height, weight, and build and we shared a passion for outdoor activities.”

“Out on the water, instructor Sean had us race out to one end of the shoreline. With our long arms, Jeremy and I were fast

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Team Summit and Frisco Adventure Park hosting 10th annual Bubble Gum Race Series

Joe Kusumoto/Town of Frisco
Two skiers bomb down the beginner ski and snowboard hill at the Frisco Adventure Park as part of the Bubble Gum Race Series.
Joe Kusumoto/Town of Frisco

The Frisco Adventure Park will be hosting the 10th Annual Bubble Gum Race Series on six Wednesdays in February and March at the beginner ski and snowboard hill, which is next to the Frisco Adventure Park tubing hill and serviced by the same surface lift.

All levels of young skiers and snowboarders are encouraged to compete in this free race series made possible through a partnership with Team Summit.

The fun, non-competitive community races provide an opportunity for kids to try out racing in a casual environment. Participants will have the chance to race, untimed, multiple times over the course of one hour.

Participants will be given three pieces of bubble gum, which will act as their “ticket” to race. Racers will give it to the person at the start of the course to race, and they will get a piece of bubble gum if they win.

The 2024 race schedule:

  • Wednesday, Feb. 21, dual slalom
  • Wednesday, Feb. 28, obstacle course
  • Wednesday, March 6, dual slalom
  • Wednesday, March 13, Nordic
  • Wednesday, March 20, obstacle course
  • Wednesday, March 27, dual wlalom

The Bubble Gum Series races are free. Registration is from 4-5 p.m. the day of the races inside the Frisco Adventure Park Day Lodge, located at 621 Recreation Way in Frisco.

Free preregistration is also available online at FriscoAdventurePark.com. Races will run from approximately 5-6 p.m. Racers must provide their own ski or snowboard equipment, and helmets are required to race. Free hot cocoa and cookies will be served at the Day Lodge after each race.

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Exploring Athens’ top 10 tourist destinations for an unforgettable visit

Athens, the birthplace of democracy and cradle of Western civilization, beckons travelers with its ancient ruins, vibrant energy, and sun-drenched charm. Whether you’re a history buff, a culture enthusiast, or simply seeking a memorable escape, Athens has something to offer everyone. To help you plan your unforgettable adventure, let’s delve into the top 10 tourist destinations that will leave you spellbound:

1. Acropolis and Parthenon: No trip to Athens is complete without scaling the sacred hill of the Acropolis and marveling at the architectural masterpiece, the Parthenon. This UNESCO World Heritage Site offers breathtaking panoramic views of the city and embodies the grandeur of ancient Greece. Witness the remnants of other structures like the Erechtheion and Propylaea, each whispering tales of mythology and bygone eras.

2. Acropolis Museum: After marveling at the Acropolis itself, delve deeper into its history at the Acropolis Museum. This modern marvel houses an extensive collection of artifacts, sculptures, and friezes recovered from the Acropolis. Admire the intricate details of the Caryatids, marvel at the expressive power of the Masks of Agamemnon, and gain a deeper understanding of the civilization that created these wonders.

3. Plaka and Anafiotika: Wander through the labyrinthine streets of Plaka, Athens’ oldest neighborhood, and soak in its timeless charm. Picturesque neoclassical houses adorned with vibrant bougainvillea line the narrow alleys, while traditional tavernas tempt you with the aroma of mouthwatering Greek cuisine. Get lost in the hidden gem of Anafiotika, a Cycladic-style enclave nestled against the Acropolis, transporting you to the idyllic Aegean islands.

4. Ancient Agora: Step back at the Ancient Agora, once the heart of Athenian democracy and social life. Explore the ruins of the Stoa of Attalos, a restored marketplace bustling with imagined vendors, and the Temple of Hephaestus, one of the best-preserved temples in Athens. Imagine Socrates

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Creekside Village residents in Florence moving out of hotels | News

FLORENCE — A few Housing Authority of Florence residents continue to live in hotels after their apartment building was declared unsafe, despite significant progress.

That means some will be celebrating the holidays from their hotel room.

Officials promise that the yearlong Creekside Village debacle will be over soon.

“I think everything worked out,” said Executive Director Alphonso Bradley, who took over midway through the crisis. “With all the transition we had, everything seems to have worked out. We set an aggressive timeline, and we didn’t meet it, but it caused us to work extra hard. I feel good about where we are.”

Jerrod Moultrie, the Housing Authority Commission’s vice chair, said the agency’s goal is to move Creekside residents out of hotels “as fast as we can.” But like Bradley, he said he felt good about the authority’s position.


Days of mold: Florence Housing Authority residents tired of living in hotels

It has been nearly a year since roughly 80 people were hastily moved to hotels after mold was discovered in the Creekside Village apartment complex off of West Palmetto Street.

Amid turmoil at the agency, which provides affordable housing to thousands of people across the Pee Dee, it took months to make any progress finding permanent homes.

Bradley promised in August that the agency would move the last 40 or so people out within three months. The Housing Authority blew past that deadline but has made steps in the right direction. About eight people remain as of the end of December, Bradley said.

Officials are moving about two people into new homes every week, he said.

Creekside residents who were displaced complained they lived in close quarters with few of their belongings and with little to no support or communication from the Housing Authority. Many spent months living out of a small hotel room on the outskirts of Florence.

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Hotels Near Downtown Palm Springs for the Perfect Getaway

Parker Palm Springs

Eat, sleep, dream, and treat yourself to a pampered stay at this Jonathan Adler–designed fantasyland with three large pools, four clay tennis courts, a pétanque court, a croquet lawn, a lavish spa, and a fitness studio. Despite its size, the property remains ultra-private thanks to a maze of tall hedges. A trio of on-site dining options includes brunch favorite Norma’s.

4200 E. Palm Canyon Drive, Palm Springs
760-770-5000
parkerpalmsprings.com

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ACME House Company

The perfect Palm Springs getaway starts with the perfect place to stay. ACME offers a meticulously curated portfolio of privately owned, impeccably maintained, and centrally located vacation rentals. Each property is subject to a rigorous screening process for design, quality, amenities, and cleanliness, and every home is chosen to invoke fun and ensure a memorable atmosphere for the ultimate Palm Springs vacation experience. Whether it’s a luxurious condo, a vacation home with a chef’s kitchen, or a pet-friendly pad with a pool, when you trust ACME House Company, you can rest assured you’ll have no regrets.

750 N. Palm Canyon Drive, Palm Springs
866-840-9552
acmehouseco.com

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Cathedral City Hotels Near the Palm Springs Airport

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Golf Resort

Nine tennis courts, 27 holes of golf, a full-service spa, and a giant azure pool. What more do you need? How about pickleball, racquetball, basketball, bocce ball, and horseshoes? They have that too. When hunger strikes, DoubleTree’s Polanco Kitchen serves a mix of SoCal-inspired flatbreads, seasonal salads, and specialties like Tajín-crusted salmon with cilantro pesto and green papaya slaw. Plus, brunch is available all day. DoubleTree regulars know the cherry on top is the fresh-baked chocolate chip cookie that greets you at check-in.

67967 Vista Chino, Cathedral City
760-322-7000
doubletreepalmsprings.com

Homewood Suites by Hilton

Conveniently sited minutes from the airport, freeway, and downtown Palm Springs, this 197-room property offers condo-style suites for extended stays. Some rooms and the expansive pool area overlook the 18th hole of the adjacent Cimarrón Golf Resort’s Boulder Course with views of Mount San Jacinto as a backdrop. Pets are welcome, hot breakfast is on the house, and every Wednesday evening, the hotel hosts a complimentary cocktail hour for guests.

67711 30th Ave., Cathedral City
760-980-7070

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Peru present at International World Travel Market 2023 in London | News | ANDINA

reported that the country successfully participated once again in the International Tourism Fair, World Travel Market 2023.

The World Travel Market is the world’s leading travel industry event for networking with professionals and conducting business.

This leading event for the travel industry took place from November 6 to 8 in the city of London, United Kingdom.

The Peruvian delegation was present with a 300m2 booth strategically located in the Americas Pavilion and had the participation of 30 Peruvian companies as co-exhibitors. 

The participating companies included Amazon Explorama, Andean Adventures, Aqua Expeditions, Aranwa Hotels, Braidy Wonders, D’elise Hotel, Domiruth, HHP Hotel (Hoteles Hacienda), Holiday Inn Lima Miraflores, IberoStar Selection Miraflores, Inca Rail, Inca Route, Kichwa, Latin American Trips, and Libertador Hoteles.

In addition, the list contained Lima Tours, Mava Travel, Nassf Travel, Peru a Travel, Peru Jamuy Travel, Peru Quality Tours, Perurail, Peruvian Sacred, Peruvian Soul, Pure Peru, Setours, South American Tours, South American Travels (SATS), Sungate Tours, and Viracocha.

LATAM Airlines also had a space at PromPeru’s booth, where it promoted the start of its direct flights between Lima and London from December 1 of this year. There will be 5 frequencies per week, one for each day. 

Thanks to this direct flight, British travelers will have the opportunity to discover Peru in a more accessible way than ever.

PromPeru, through the Tourism Directorate and the Commercial Office in London, aimed to promote Peruvian tourism at WTM with a focus on sustainability and culture. 

It was also essential to gather data from professionals and information about new industry trends.

As part of the activities, a Media Event was organized on the evening of November 6, attended by the press, all Peru’s co-exhibitors, and VIP clients. 

During the event days, there were presentations of Peruvian folk dances. Moreover, the

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