International football star Fernando Hierro has been named Ambassador for Responsible Tourism in a meeting held today at the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO), with its Secretary-General, Zurab Pololikashvili.

The number of Canadians travelling to the U.S. is up 5%, dodging the Trump Slump and keeping tour operators here upbeat about their sales volumes to U.S. destinations, with double-digit increases in some cases.

Russia is planning to offer a unique experience to tourists thanks to the International Space Station that is out on spacewalks for the first time.

Donovan White has been named director of tourism of the Jamaica Tourist Board, effective Feb. 15.

Caribbean News Digital was in attendance and had the chance to talk with both men, who spelled out their views on what to expect on the months ahead as far as American travelers coming to Cuba is concerned.

This is especially so if visiting the state of São Paulo. However, Embratur adds there are no restrictions on travels to Brazil, as this simple precaution measure helps to ensure the safety of both tourists and locals.