A once-prominent resort on Grand Cayman’s Seven Mile Beach is now a hangout for rats, and Grand Cayman is fed up.

InterContinental Hotels & Resorts and the National Geographic Society have extended their partnership to include global geotourism initiatives that enrich the understanding of environmental and cultural responsibility among InterContinental associates and guests worldwide.

Wizz Air, the largest low fare - low cost airline in Central and Eastern Europe announced that it would launch new routes from Budapest to Dusseldorf (Weeze) three times a week and from Sofia to Eindhoven twice weekly starting from 21 September and 25 October 2009, respectively.

Caribbean residents looking for an affordable family getaway close to home should look no further than the US Virgin Islands. With the Family Fun promotion from the Department of Tourism, families can experience an adventure-filled vacation this summer and beyond for a fraction of the price.

Marriott International, Inc. reported second-quarter 2009 adjusted income from continuing operations of $84 million, a 56 percent decline over the year-ago quarter, and adjusted diluted earnings per share from continuing operations attributable to Marriott shareholders of $0.23, down 55 percent.

The Aruba Marriott Resort & Stellaris Casino recently hosted a press group from the United States, along with PR Agency Diamond Public Relations, based in Miami. The media visit was concentrated around family fun as Marriott is Aruba’s playground for all generations and the island is a perfect fit for any type of family vacations.