2001 Travel News Archive – Page 36

Ramon Prieto, president of the National Hotel & Restaurant Association, says that ecotourism is the future of tourism. In an interview with the Listin Diario he explained that interest in protecting the environment is a global trend among tourists. Prieto has spoken up against the construction of more large all-inclusive resorts. He favors developing smaller …

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Tourism Minister Ramon Alfredo Bordas recognized Angel Miolan as the ‘father of Dominican tourism’. Miolan was appointed Director of Tourism in 1967 and remained in the post until August 1974, working under former President Balaguer. When he was named to the position, 27,948 tourists visited the country annually. People at the time would make fun …

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The director of the Civil Aviation Board, Anibal Amparo Garcia, announced that his department is working closely with the US Federal Aviation Agency to restore the right of DR airlines to fly to US territory. He said the government has authorized 50% of the duties levied on charter airlines to be used for this purpose. …

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Cerveceria Nacional Dominicana, brewers of the Presidente Beer, urges everyone to wait for the 2 May official press conference when who is coming for the Latin Music Festival will be announced. There is speculation that Cristina Aguilera may come. But spokesman for the brewery say that intense negotiations are still underway to determine who will …

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The Italian Gastronomy Festival will again take place on the grounds of the Fortaleza Ozama in the Colonial City. For those who love Italian food, this is a great activity for the entire family. It starts at 12 noon, Sunday, 6 May. Most of the leading Italian restaurants and food importers will participate. (24 April …

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