Peru’s Ministry of Foreign Commerce and Tourism (Mincetur) has announced that tourist activity in Cusco has returned to normal after two days of protests that had stopped transit around the region. The strike took place on Feb. 25 and Feb. 26.

The protection of children from all forms of exploitation, the fight against trafficking, anti-poaching and accessible tourism for all are among the work priorities defined by the newly formed World Committee on Tourism Ethics.

With Barbados claiming to be the birthplace of rum, it has become a popular first stop for visitors on a mission to learn about the distilling process first-hand from master blenders who have been growing and fermenting sugar cane on the island for over 300 years.

Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) is set to open a second runway in September 2014, making it easier for passengers flying in to Florida to embark on a cruise from Port Everglades.

Leading Caribbean hotelier, Gordon “Butch” Stewart, will be the guest speaker at today’s luncheon of the Barbados Chamber of Commerce and Industry (BCCI) luncheon at the Hilton Barbados Resort. Many have opined that Sandals entering Barbados will have major impact.