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TSA Screening More Than Just Carry-On Bags
 Ken Kaye
You might not see them, but they're studying you. To identify potentially dangerous individuals, the Transportation Security Administration has stationed specially trained behavior-detection officers at 161 U.S. airports.
Recession Slows Growth of Medical Tourism from 2007-2009
 Deloitte Center for Health Solutions
While the economic recession has eroded the growth rate for medical tourism by approximately 13.6 percent from 2007 to 2009, the economic recovery may help spur a sustainable 35 percent annual growth rate for the medical tourism industry by 2010.
GAP Reports Passenger Traffic Decrease of 5.0% for October
 PRNewswire
During October 2009, total terminal passengers decreased 5.0% compared to the previous year, domestic passenger traffic decreased 4.3%, while international passenger traffic decreased 6.7% compared to October 2008.
Coral Reefs Inspire Rare Consensus - Just Save Them
 Mark Needham
One of the first set of studies to examine what tourists and recreation enthusiasts actually think about coral reef ecosystems suggests they are a rare exception to controversies over human use versus environmental conservation - the core belief often strong enough that if it means people have to be kept out, so be it.
What to Do at Your Vacation Destination
 The Spectrum
After you have arrived at your dream destination how are you going to spend your precious time? You don't want to waste any of your time so where do you start. A great vacation comes with planning in advance and with knowing what is available at your destination.
Mexican Airport Operator GAP Reports Q3 Income Down 18%
 Comtex
Mexican airport operator Grupo Aeroportuario del Pacifico SAB de CV (GAP) announced on Tuesday that it recorded net income of MXN68.8m for the third quarter of 2009. This represents a decline of 18.0% compared to the same period of last year.
Visas Required for All Canadians Traveling to Mexico
 PVNN
The July 16th announcement stating that all Canadian citizens with an official or diplomatic Passport will need to obtain a visa in order to enter Mexico is now being enforced, and government officials will begin to check these travelers for visas immediately.
Grupo Aeroportuario del Pacifico Announces Changes to Passenger Charges
Benzinga
Grupo Aeroportuario del Pacifico, S.A.B. de C.V. announced information regarding passenger charges. Passenger charges are fees charged to passengers by airports worldwide for the use of airport facilities.
Mexico's Pink Taxis Cater to Fed-Up Females
 Catherine E. Shoichet
The new fleet of 35 cabs in Mexico's colonial city of Puebla are driven exclusively by women and don't stop for men. The cabs cater especially to those tired of leering male drivers.
H1N1 Flu Update for Mexico Travelers
 Pamela Thompson
As we begin our high season here in Puerto Vallarta, we have been receiving emails requesting information on the status of health issues in the Banderas Bay area, particularly about H1N1 flu (formerly called 'Swine Flu') in the states of Nayarit and Jalisco.
Clean Beach Certifications in Banderas Bay
 Theodore Koumelis
Villa Premiere Hotel & Spa, the luxury boutique retreat and sister property, Buenaventura Grand Hotel & Spa’s Playa Camarones has earned “Clean Beach” certification from The Mexican Institute of Certifications, the long serpentine stretch of golden sand beach is located in front of each hotel.
Hotels on the Web, Beyond the Usual Go-To Sites
 Anne Wallace
Hotels online, beyond usual go-to websites, from mystery vacations to handy mapping service.
Mexico's Sectur Puts Trust in Lawmakers
 The News
Mexico's Tourism secretary on Thursday said he was confident that lawmakers will make the right decision, as the agency faces possible elimination amid budget austerity moves.
ExProTur Vallarta 2009 - November 4th-6th
 PVNN
Plans are underway for ExProTur Vallarta 2009, an International exposition for tourist industry service providers in the Puerto Vallarta, Riviera Nayarit and Banderas Bay areas, scheduled to take place at the Puerto Vallarta International Convention Center from November 4th-6th, 2009.
Mexico City to Host International Tourism Fair of the Americas 2010
 fita2010.com
The government of Mexico City has announced the inaugural International Tourism Fair of the Americas (”FITA”) 2010. The event, which will draw destinations and travel and tourism organizations from around the world, will take place in Mexico City from September 23-26, 2010.
The Mexico Promotional Event to Take Place in San Diego, California
 Ana Bravo
The Mexico Promotional Event, presented by the Mexico Tourism Board and AeroMexico Airlines, will take place at Liberty Station in San Diego on Saturday, November 14th, 2009. The Event will feature exhibitors promoting Mexico travel/tourism, culture, and real estate products from over 20 destinations.
Mexican Airport Operator GAP Reports 9.9% Fall in September Passengers
Trading Markets
Mexican airport operator Grupo Aeroportuario del Pacifico SAB de CV reported on Tuesday that it airports handled 9.9% fewer terminal passengers compared to the same period of last year.
Understanding Hotel Star And Diamond Ratings
 Nate Steere
If you’re gearing up for a vacation, you’re probably researching hotels. You’ve probably come across plenty of hotels with ratings like “Four-Star” or “Five-Diamond,” and you’re probably also looking for the right balance of price and quality. So how can these vague designations help you figure out which hotel to book?
US-Cuba Travel Flourishing
 Frances Robles
Although Obama has not officially changed any rules regarding nonfamily trips to Cuba, State Department statistics show anecdotal evidence of a flow of visits.
Mexico's Great Tourism Crash of '09
 Frontera NorteSur
Statements made by an official with Mexico’s National Migration Institute (INM) recently confirmed the depth of his country’s tourism crisis; the number of foreign visitors to Mexico registered an 18 percent drop between the months of January and August of this year.
The Mayan Riviera is Committed to Conserving Nature in Mexico
 TravelVideo.tv
As a demonstration of its commitment to environmental conservation, Mexico’s Riviera Maya has launched the Mesoamerican Tourism Reef Initiative (MARTI) to help protect the beautiful and unique flora and fauna in the area surrounding the Northern Hemisphere’s largest coral reef.
Lonely Planet's "Puerto Vallarta & Pacific Mexico"
 Joanna Mazewski
Discover a side of Mexico that you haven't seen before, and one that includes a captivating backdrop that goes along with the lively and sophisticated nightlife that is years away from the college booze infestation currently known and seen in Cancun.
Mexico Promo Event in San Diego Nov 14th
 Ana Bravo
The Mexico Promotional Event, presented by the Mexico Tourism Board and AeroMexico Airlines, will take place at Liberty Station in San Diego on November 14, 2009. The Event will feature exhibitors promoting Mexico travel, tourism, culture, and real estate products from over 20 destinations.
Mexico to Lose Most of Its 'Love Boats'
 Christine Delsol
As if pockets of trigger- and machete-happy drug gangs and infamy as the cradle of swine flu weren't enough, Mexico is now losing half of its "Love Boat" cruises.
Downgraded Tourism to be Part of a New Ministry
 Darío Celis Estrada
There is no doubt that the disappearance of the Mexican Tourism Secretariat comes at the worst moment, when all indicators of the sector are down due to the combined global financial crisis, insecurity, and influenza outbreak.
Mexico on Agents' Top 10 Travel Lists
 Associated Press
Mexico took four of the top 10 spots on a list of international destinations booked by agents, managers and agency owners from the Travel Leaders company (formerly Carlson Wagonlit Travel Associates).
The Mexico Tourism Board Participates in The Motivation show in Chicago
 Ozgur Tore
The Mexico Tourism Board is proud to once again take part in the largest incentive travel industry show of the America’s: The Motivation Show 2009 which returns to Chicago’s prestigious McCormick Place on September 29th through October 1st.
Know Yourself, Know Your Brand
 Daniel Gomez
The current economic crisis is causing havoc not only for Vallarta businesses but for consumers as well. Some long established brands that were once considered unshakeable pillars of capitalism are now hardly recognizable.
Meet the Man Who is Really Running the Ship
 Mitchell Smyth
Michael Rowland is the cruise director, the person who, probably more than any other, is the public face of the cruise ship MV Ryndam. Before the end of the voyage pretty well everyone aboard - in this case more than 1,200 passengers - will recognize him.
Cuba Hopes Green Tourism Can Keep it in the Black
 Will Weissert
Amid dipping tourism revenues, the government gathered top leaders from its state-run vacation industry and European and Canadian tour operators this week for a conference aimed at boosting a segment of the market that only accounts for 4 percent of all foreign visits, according to deputy Tourism Minister Alexis Trujillo.
 Megacities - Mexico City
 Documentales Mexico
To Mother Nature, Mexico City is one big target. On one side: one of the world's most earthquake-prone hotspots. On the other: one of the world's most active volcanoes. And beneath their feet - a shaky foundation of landfill.
Mexico: Opportunities and Trends in the Hotel Industry
 Monica Martinez & Eric Toler
Mexico ranks as the world’s eighth top tourism destination, and third in the Americas after the United States and Canada. The tourism sector accounts for eight percent of Mexico’s GDP. Therefore, the hotel industry is naturally linked to and dependent on tourism, which earlier this year faced an unthinkable combination of setbacks.
The Villa Group Adds Its Newest Property to Interval International's Vacation Exchange
 Reuters
Interval International, a leading global provider of vacation services and an operating segment of Interval Leisure Group, has added Villa del Palmar Cancun Luxury Beach Resort & Spa to its exchange network.
Barcelo Hotels & Resorts Joins the Choice Privileges Rewards Program
 Ozgur Tore
Barceló Hotels & Resorts announced their participation in the Choice Hotels International award-winning rewards program Choice Privileges. Members of this free program may redeem their accrued points for free nights at participating Barceló resorts.
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