Statue Cruises on July 1 began selling tickets for hour-long excursions to the Statue of Liberty in anticipation of the reopening of the New York attraction following renovations from Hurricane Sandy damage.

Peter Long, chief executive of TUI Travel, has called for greater support from the Canary Islands’ government. In a brief address at an event for tourism officials and partners earlier, Long said offering financial incentives to low-cost carriers created an un-level playing field and urged the government to treat all airlines equally.

FIFA secretary general Jerome Valcke has promised the “cheapest ever” World Cup in Brazil next year in an apparent sop to demonstrators unhappy at the cost of the tournament. Prices are expected to be announced on July 19th.

The new joint venture between the University College of the Cayman Islands and the Cayman Islands Tourism Association aims to provide professional development opportunities for employees in different sectors of the industry. It is also designed for jobseekers to enhance their skills and improve their resumes.