G Adventures Launches Enhanced Official Animal Welfare Policy Leading small-group adventure operator G Adventures announced today the enactment of its first official animal welfare policy, which builds upon the industry-leading animal welfare guidelines that the company first introduced back in 2015 by implementing even stronger protections for wildlife in tourism. The new policy was developed in consultation with World Animal Protection, the Jane Goodall Institute of Canada and the World Cetacean Alliance, and joins G Adventures’ many “G for Good” commitments. Frenchman’s Reef will remain a Marriott resort The Frenchman’s Reef Resort in St. Thomas will remain in the Marriott portfolio when it reopens in 2020, plus a new Autograph Collection hotel will open adjacent to the Frenchman’s Reef. Shuttered since Hurricane Irma hit in 2017, the resort — previously known as the Frenchman’s Reef & Morning Star Marriott Beach Resort — … [Read more...] about Travel News: October 8, 2019
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United Upends Loyalty Program to Prioritize Dollars Over Miles A new era of airline loyalty programs has arrived. United Airlines announced this week that the criteria for elite qualification in its MileagePlus loyalty program would change dramatically next year. Starting in January of 2020, United’s loyalty members will earn elite status based on Premier Qualifying Flights and Premier Qualifying Segments only. Flight miles, the traditional metric by which frequent flyers used to earn status, are no longer going to be considered. Dominican Republic Says It Lost 100,000 Visitors This Year A Dominican Republic media outlet says the country lost 100,000 visitors between January and September of this year compared to 2018—and blames it on “negative media attacks” on the popular island. Dominican Today wrote that the Dominican Republic received more than 4.3 million visitors during the first nine months of 2018, compared to 4.2 international vacationers this year. … [Read more...] about Travel News: October 15, 2019
Newseum in Washington, D.C., will close at year’s end
WASHINGTON (AP) — A museum dedicated to journalism and the First Amendment is set to close its doors near the National Mall by the end of the year. WTOP-FM reports the Newseum announced its impending closure Tuesday, citing yearslong financial issues. A company statement says that despite more than 11 years of service and nearly 10 million visitors, continued operations have proved to be unsustainable. The statement says the museum’s founder and primary funder, the Freedom Forum, remains committed to its mission to champion the five freedoms guaranteed under the First Amendment. It says efforts to increase public awareness about the importance of a free press are needed now more than ever. Visitors are welcome through Dec. 31, 2019. Tickets purchased online include a 15% discount, with prices now starting at about $12. Close Boston.com Today Sign up for Boston.com Today to get the headlines delivered to your inbox. Thanks for signing up! … [Read more...] about Newseum in Washington, D.C., will close at year’s end
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Police respond to a church shooting in Pelham, New Hampshire
PELHAM, N.H. (AP) — Police in New Hampshire have responded to a church in Pelham for reports of a shooting. Authorities responded to the New England Pentecostal Church just after 10 a.m. Saturday. WMUR-TV reports that Hillsborough County Attorney Michael Conlon said there were no fatalities and a suspect is in custody. New Hampshire Gov. Chris Sununu said in a statement that state officials are at the church assisting first responders in the shooting investigation. New Hampshire Attorney General’s office spokeswoman Kate Spiner says the office is aware of the situation and is working in conjunction with the Hillsborough County Attorney. Photos of the scene show ambulances, fire trucks and police cars at the church. Pelham is located about 40 miles (64 kilometers) south of Concord, New Hampshire’s capital. It borders Massachusetts. Close Boston.com Today Sign up for Boston.com Today to get the headlines delivered to your inbox. Thanks for signing up! … [Read more...] about Police respond to a church shooting in Pelham, New Hampshire
