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Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) for Canadian visitors

UK Government To Introduce Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) for Canadian visitors

The UK Government is introducing a new Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) for visitors, including Canadians, who don’t currently need a visa for short stays. This new system is part of efforts to improve border security and prevent misuse of the UK immigration system. Canadians can apply for an ETA starting November 27, 2024 and will […]

District 6 Technologies

District 6 Technologies Helps North American and Caribbean Enterprises with AI Integration

In an era defined by rapid technological evolution, District 6 Technologies emerges as a vital ally for organizations seeking to transition into the AI age. Strategically headquartered in the Caribbean and Ontario, Canada, District 6 leverages the expertise of highly skilled Caribbean IT engineers to provide cutting-edge software development outsourcing services. Their offerings empower private-sector […]

A couple at the Christmas celebration in SeaWorld® Orlando

Orlando Unwraps Over 20 Dazzling Holiday Events and Celebrations

Orlando is ready to “sleigh” the holiday season with two months of enchanting celebrations. Visitors to Orlando can expect exclusive holiday parties, millions of sparkling lights, star-studded performances, a teddy bear teatime and even a pop-up retro roller rink. This year’s festivities promise unforgettable experiences for all ages.      “Orlando is unique destination for travelers […]

Niklas Zennström’s Carkeek 52 Rán (SWE) © Tim Wright Photoaction

RORC Caribbean 600: Fast 50 showdown in IRC Zero & expansion of the RORC Nelson’s Cup Series

In the 2024 RORC Caribbean 600, Niklas Zennström’s Carkeek 52 Rán (SWE) secured a hard-fought victory in the highly competitive IRC Zero Class. After nearly 63 hours of gruelling offshore racing, Rán edged out its rivals by just three minutes after IRC time correction—a razor-thin margin that showcased the intensity of the competition. This remarkable […]

UNESCO / Véronique Dauge

Lebanon: 34 Cultural Properties Placed Under Enhanced Protection

The UNESCO Committee for the Protection of Cultural Property in the Event of Armed Conflict has decided to grant provisional enhanced protection to 34 cultural properties in Lebanon and to grant international financial assistance to support the implementation of emergency heritage measures. Consult the list of Lebanese cultural property placed under enhanced protection “UNESCO has […]

Global Entrepreneurship Week

Global Entrepreneurship Week

The Prime Minister of Canada, Justin Trudeau, today issued the following statement on Global Entrepreneurship Week: “Entrepreneurs are the engine of Canada’s economy – they turn good ideas into great businesses, connect Canada to global markets, and create good, well-paying jobs across our communities. Whether they’re opening a family restaurant, launching a start-up, or running […]

San Diego Tourism

San Diego Tourism Authority Touts 32 Million Visitors, Total Economic Impact of $22 Billion in Fiscal Year 2024

SDTA’s 70th Annual Meeting gathers 500+ local tourism and hospitality leaders to celebrate industry successes, announce the all-new San Diego Tourism Foundation The San Diego Tourism Authority (SDTA) celebrated a triumphant 2024 fiscal year at its 70th Annual Meeting, held Nov. 13 at the newly renovated Jacobs Music Center. The event drew more than 540 […]

Chart-Topping Gospel Artist Chris Blue

Chart-Topping Gospel Artist Chris Blue Welcomes the Christmas Season with Soulful Multi-Track Single

Soulful, powerhouse singer Chris Blue is making the most wonderful time of the year even more joyous with a two-song seasonal debut, Celebrate Christmas, out today on Gaither Music. This digital Christmas “twofer” features a soaring and soulful rendition of the popular holiday hit “Celebrate Me Home” and a silky, R&B-tinged reimagining of “The Christmas […]

Intangible cultural heritage: 63 nominations examined in December

Intangible cultural heritage: 63 nominations examined in December

The UNESCO Committee for the Safeguarding of the Intangible Cultural Heritage will hold its 19th ordinary session from 2 to 7 December 2024 in Asunción (Paraguay). It will examine the nominations of 63 elements submitted by 90 States for inscription on the Lists of the Convention. What? 19th – session of the Intergovernmental Committee for […]

Parc des Princes, Paris. Home of Paris Saint-Germain.

Best Sports Cities in 2024

With inflation making supporting your favorite sports teams more expensive, the personal-finance website WalletHub today released its report on the Best Sports Cities in 2024 to help fans get the most bang for their buck while enjoying games they love. WalletHub compared 400 cities across more than 50 key metrics related to the five largest […]