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    11/27/2024 9:00:18 AM Link 0 comments | Add comment



    Travel to Nature’s Caribbean Masterpiece in a year of milestone celebrations




    A visit to Antigua and Barbuda is not fully enjoyed without the experience of exploring the National Park, declared by the United Nations a world heritage site in 2016 and a living testimony to the incredible maritime history of the Caribbean.

    This magnificent treasure is one of the Caribbean’s most significant cultural landmarks with artifacts and buildings dating back centuries, impressively preserved for everyone to enjoy today.

    Add it to the top of the list of things to do in Antigua and Barbuda this year as the National Park will be reaching several milestones, as its iconic status grows as a world-famous attraction, a favorite for the adventurous traveler.

    This year will mark the 40th anniversary of the establishment of the area as Antigua and Barbuda’s National Park, which ensured the vast expanse of land and sea that it covers remains a protected and well-preserved area in the destination. The crown jewel in this diverse collection of pristine harbors and lush hillsides is the Antigua Naval Dockyard, which will be celebrating the 300th anniversary of its existence.



    The Dockyard is the world's only continuously working Georgian dockyard and seamlessly blends its rich historical legacy with modern yachting culture, offering visitors an unparalleled glimpse into Antigua and Barbuda’s past even as they enjoy its present.

    Besides all the heritage and history, the National Park is simply an enchanting place to visit. Hiking trails lead to stunning beaches and coastlines with towering rock formations, restaurants cater to every taste from the local dish to fine dining. It is also home to the world-famous Shirley Heights sunset party as well as some of the best hotels in the destination.

    Imagine all of this during an anniversary year, making Antigua and Barbuda a must to visit this year!


    Uncover Antigua and Barbuda's Secret Islands: A Journey to Pristine Beaches, Exclusive Hideaways, and Culinary Delights


    The list of places to discover in this small tropical island of Antigua and Barbuda seems to have no end.
    Fun fact: just around 51 smaller islands are just off the coast of Antigua, meaning they are well within reach by speed boat or pleasure craft for a day of exploring or a picnic excursion on a beach all to yourself.



    Among the largest would be Jumby Bay where the celebrated ultra luxurious resort, which shares its name, stands out as one of the finest examples of Caribbean elegance. While most of these offshore sanctuaries are uninhabited, a select few have been identified and are being used as exclusive getaways for the discerning traveler.

    Tucked away on another of the islands on Antigua’s northeast coast is a cozy Italian restaurant, simply called the Reef, located on one of the most pristine stretches of island beaches you can ever imagine. The menu holds true to Italian traditions, magically flavored and scrumptious to the taste.

    But here’s some friendly advice, save room for the desserts. The choices will make your eyes pop and leave your appetites yearning for another choice.

    So, venture beyond the gates of the hotel on your next visit and discover the hidden secrets of Antigua and Barbuda, the undiscovered gems, that are transforming the destination into a truly authentic and personal paradise.


    Resorts Ready to Welcome new Guests for 2024/25


    Season Some of Antigua and Barbuda’s premier resorts are reopening, unveiling their transformations that came from a brief period of expansion and renovations in preparation to welcome the new season. Some of the destination’s top hotel’s reopening are:

    Barbuda Belle Hotel is now more accessible to the traveler seeking a secluded and luxurious hideaway with the opening of a new international airport on Antigua’s sister island.



    Curtain Bluff is a forerunner of the hotel industry in the Caribbean and was just named by Travel and Luxury magazine among the top eight all-inclusive resorts in Antigua and Barbuda.



    Nonsuch Bay Resort introduces a sophisticated and modern allure to its visitors on a property that is surrounded by rolling hillsides that make for picture perfect sunsets.



    Verandah Resort Spa is well on its way to being one of the top adults only resorts in the Caribbean after recently making some major additions to include an exciting sports bar and new pickleball and tennis courts.



    Your next Caribbean getaway is closer than you think! Book your trip to Antigua for the best deal on your hotel-only booking. These affordable deals include accommodations, hotel taxes and local representative, plus the best offers on Antigua resorts. Choose from all-inclusive resorts that take care of all meals, unlimited drinks and nightly entertainment. Packages with air are also available. To book Antiqua or for more information call Tyus Tours & Travel at 866-547-5362 or click here to schedule an appointment.


  • A Peak Into The Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade In NYC
    Written by Andrew Rosenberg November 5, 2024

    11/13/2024 4:07:07 PM Link 0 comments | Add comment

    Uncle Sam balloon, 1940s. Courtesy, Macy's

    The holiday season in New York City would be unthinkable without the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade, which was first put on 100 years ago by the employees of Macy’s in Herald Square. Then known as the Macy’s Christmas Parade, it fulfilled the dual goal of bringing attention to a recent store expansion and celebrating the season. Today, the procession is indelibly linked to the City’s creative spirit and helps usher in a period of high-traffic shopping, window decorations and festivities across the boroughs.

    While there are holiday parades that predate it, this one could only come about in New York City. Thanks to the ingenuity of its producers and volunteers, the Macy’s parade has innovated all kinds of unique elements over the years, most notably the use of giant balloons floating over the streets. And in the spirit of the City, the parade endures through most everything, stopping only for a few years during World War II and taking place even in 2020, when the team designed a shorter, smaller parade, with more utility vehicles and fewer people.

    Will Coss, executive producer of Macy’s special events, calls it “the largest variety show in the history of broadcast television,” which is no understatement. Super Bowl halftime performances take place on a football field for about 12 minutes. In contrast, the Thanksgiving parade commandeers a long stretch of some of the busiest streets in New York City (lined by millions of spectators), lasts three-plus hours and involves more than 25 floats, nearly 50 balloons and scores of performers. Tens of millions of homes tune in as viewers prepare for their own Thanksgiving get-togethers.


    Courtesy, Macy's

    It’s no wonder that Coss takes his responsibility seriously, including keeping ties to the parade’s origins: “It was brought together by a diverse representative of colleagues who wanted to create a special moment and remains something that we all still look forward to for the holiday season.”

    Ahead of this year’s parade, we’re looking back at how it began and morphed into its current incarnation.

    The 98th Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade will take place on November 28, 2024; the start time is 8:30am ET, and the route begins at the corner of West 77th Street and Central Park West.

    To read more on the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade click here    .


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