A major survey of the coral reefs of the Caribbean is expected to reveal the extent to which one of the world's biggest and most important reserves of coral has been degraded by climate change, pollution, overfishing and degradation.

The Grand Paradise Samana was recognized as an Eco Hotel 2012, during the 11th edition of the Caribbean Gold Coast Awards, for its environment -friendly actions. The property is one of the crowning jewels of the Amhsa Marina.

LATAM Airlines Group has announced the appointment of Martin Modarelli as the new commercial director for the UK and Northern Europe. Reporting to European commercial director, Guillermo Orrillo, Modarelli takes up his new post in the London office this month.

Brazil Hospitality Group, the third largest hotel chain in the country, announced today Eduardo Bartolomeo as its new CEO. The 49-year-old executive has accumulated over the years a vast experience in managing global companies and was chosen to lead BHG towards its new growth cycle from now on.

Travel agents and agencies in the U.S.A and Canada can now book excursions in St. Maarten, a small island located in the Caribbean that has become increasingly more popular over the years because of its beauty, friendly people and ability to adapt to the ever growing cruise ship industry.