Travelport Limited, the parent company of the Travelport group of companies, named Jon Hall Chief Marketing Officer. Hall will be responsible for global marketing and corporate communications and report to Jeff Clark, president and CEO of Travelport.
The first Hyatt Pure spa in the Caribbean, Spa Esencia is open at the new Hyatt Regency Trinidad. The Caribbean’s newest business and leisure hotel offers a uniquely
designed spa experience that maintains the festive environment of Trinidad.
The South American destination management company, Condor Travel, has expanded its business tourism operations into Brazil –now marking the sixth Latin America country where the company has a dedicated DMC division, according to a written release.
Hilton Hotels Corporation Names Luis Perillo as Regional Director of Sales and Marketing for the Caribbean & Central America
Luis Perillo has been appointed regional director of sales and marketing, Caribbean and Central America, for Hilton Hotels Corporation. Luis most recently served as general manager of the Hilton Barquisimeto in Venezuela.
Jamaican officials plan to open a tourism training school as part of a campaign to reverse a downturn in visitors to the Caribbean island, including from the key U.S. market.
The Board of Commissioners of the Port of New Orleans unveiled a plan for short- and long-term growth. The 63-page document, entitled “Charting the Future of the Port of New Orleans,” outlines a $1 billion plan.