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China International Communications Group unveils culture-themed exhibition at Foire de Paris 2024

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Saturday, May 4, 2024
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BEIJING, May 4, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- China International Communication Corporation (CICG) unveiled the "Souffle d'Orient" exhibition at the Foire de Paris 2024 on May 1.

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  • BEIJING, May 4, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- China International Communication Corporation (CICG) unveiled the "Souffle d'Orient" exhibition at the Foire de Paris 2024 on May 1.
  • On the first day of its opening, the exhibition welcomed more than 10,000 visitors from France and other European countries.
  • The exhibition features four sections: the Chinese Civilization Exhibition Area, the Central Activity Area, the Beijing Culture Exhibition Area, and the Specialty Culture Exhibition Area.
  • Adding depth to the showcase were three national cultural institutions, namely, the National Museum of China, China Public Relations Association, and Poly Culture Group.

Around the World in 114 Days with Princess Cruises!

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Thursday, May 2, 2024
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SANTA CLARITA, Calif., May 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Princess Cruises today announced its 2026 World Cruise - a 114-day voyage aboard Coral Princess - will visit 52 ports in 28 countries, across six continents, the most destinations ever reached on a Princess World Cruise. With itineraries now on sale, global-seeking cruisers can take advantage of early booking perks and secure their spot now aboard the 114-day adventure that will sail over 35,000 nautical miles.

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  • SANTA CLARITA, Calif., May 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Princess Cruises today announced its 2026 World Cruise - a 114-day voyage aboard Coral Princess - will visit 52 ports in 28 countries, across six continents, the most destinations ever reached on a Princess World Cruise.
  • New elements guests can look forward to aboard the 2026 Princess World Cruise include:
    Inaugural call to Boracay, a tropical paradise in central Philippines known for its gorgeous beaches and resorts, a first for Princess.
  • Coral Princess will also make first-time World Cruise calls to:
    Visits to 52 destinations, the most ever offered on a Princess World Cruise, with access to 45 UNESCO World Heritage Sites around the globe.
  • More information, including the full and segmented 2026 World Cruise itineraries, can be found at http://www.princess.com/worldcruise .

TUN TAVERN LEGACY FOUNDATION SECURES LAND TO REBUILD HISTORIC SITE IN PHILADELPHIA

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Tuesday, April 30, 2024
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PHILADELPHIA, April 30, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Tun Tavern Legacy Foundation, Inc. (Foundation), a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, today announced it acquired land to rebuild and reestablish an authentic reproduction of the original Tun Tavern building in Philadelphia. The Tun, constructed in 1693, is the birthplace of Freemasonry in Pennsylvania (1731) and the first documented lodge in North America, and the founding place of the St. Andrew's Society (1747), and the United States Marine Corps (1775). It is also the early first meeting place of the Friendly Sons & Daughters of St. Patrick (established 1771), the Society of St. George (founded in 1772, with earlier meetings at Tun Tavern), and is purportedly the place where John Adams and the Naval Committee met and drafted documents that outline the structure for what became the United States Navy (1775). A groundbreaking ceremony is planned for November 2024 in advance of the Navy and Marine Corps' 250th Homecoming Celebration in 2025.

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  • The Tun™ will be located at 19 S. 2nd Street in Philadelphia's Old City neighborhood, known as "America's most historic square mile."
  • The location is within 250 yards of the original Tun Tavern site at Water Street and Tun Alley on Philadelphia's waterfront, where the Tun stood until 1781.
  • With the land acquisition, we have a strong base to move forward with the fundraising necessary to rebuild the historic Tun Tavern," said Rob Brink, Foundation Board Chair and Deputy Grand Master of the Grand Lodge of Pennsylvania Free and Accepted Masons.
  • "The Foundation will operate The Tun™ as a functioning mariner's tavern and restaurant reminiscent of colonial Philadelphia.

Embark on an Adventure of a Lifetime in La Paz, Baja California Sur

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Thursday, April 25, 2024
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La Paz, Baja California Sur, Mexico, April 25, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Adventure awaits in La Paz, the capital of Baja California Sur ,, a destination renowned for its stunning natural landscapes and thrilling outdoor activities.

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  • La Paz, Baja California Sur, Mexico, April 25, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Adventure awaits in La Paz, the capital of Baja California Sur ,, a destination renowned for its stunning natural landscapes and thrilling outdoor activities.
  • Situated on the shores of the Sea of Cortez, La Paz is a paradise for water sports enthusiasts.
  • For those seeking a more exhilarating experience, La Paz offers off-road adventures through the desert terrain surrounding the city.
  • Plan your adventure in La Paz today and discover the beauty and excitement that await in this captivating destination.

Fareportal Prepares for Earth Day 2024 With List of Sustainable Tourism Travel Destinations

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Wednesday, April 10, 2024
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According to the Library of Congress the observance was promoted by US Senator Gaylord Nelson, who called upon students to support environmental causes.

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  • According to the Library of Congress the observance was promoted by US Senator Gaylord Nelson, who called upon students to support environmental causes.
  • To celebrate the 54th annual Earth Day, Fareportal, the New York based travel technology company behind online travel agencies CheapOair and OneTravel is shining a light on seven UNESCO World Heritage Sites at the forefront of sustainable tourism.
  • An article published on CheapOair’s Miles Away blogsite showcases destinations renowned for their commitment to preserving natural and cultural heritage, while promoting responsible travel practices such as managing the number of visitors per day to specific locations.
  • Fareportal President Glenn Cusano comments, “At Fareportal, we recognize the pivotal role travelers play in shaping the future of tourism.

THE 2024 GLOBAL EXPLORATION SUMMIT IS ANNOUNCED AT THE 120th EXPLORERS CLUB ANNUAL GALA IN NEW YORK

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Wednesday, April 24, 2024
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NEW YORK, April 24, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Explorers Club and Expanding World, are thrilled to announce the fifth edition of The GLEX Summit, known as the 'Davos of Exploration,' set to take place from June 15 to 19 on Porto city and Terceira Island in the Azores, Portugal.

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  • This year, Porto will Ignite the summit, followed by two days of discussions and exploration in the historic city of Angra do Heroísmo on Terceira Island.
  • From the depths of the oceans to new space missions, the power and future of exploration will be explored in these two World Heritage cities, deeply connected to the history of exploration.
  • The 2024 GLEX Summit will revolve around the latest discoveries and groundbreaking missions shaping the future of our planet.
  • This prestigious event will bring together over three dozen explorer and scientist legends from around the world.

RIVERSIDE LUXURY CRUISES ANNOUNCES NEW 2025 VOYAGES ABOARD RIVERSIDE DEBUSSY, RIVERSIDE RAVEL AND RIVERSIDE MOZART

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Thursday, April 18, 2024
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DENVER, April 18, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Riverside Luxury Cruises, Europe's newest and most luxurious river cruise line, announced new 2025 voyages today. The cruise line's new year of cruises totals more than 170 departures on 52 distinct itineraries, ranging from 3 to 23 nights, aboard Riverside Debussy, Riverside Ravel and Riverside Mozart. New for Riverside in 2025 are itineraries that combine cruises aboard both Riverside Debussy and Riverside Ravel for extended vacations, ranging up to 19 nights, exploring the Rhine and Rhône rivers, respectively. Riverside Debussy will also cruise the Main and Moselle rivers and join Riverside Mozart on the picturesque Danube River. On all voyages, Riverside Debussy, Riverside Ravel and Riverside Mozart stay late or overnight in some of Europe's most captivating towns and cities, so guests can immerse in authentic cultures and the destination's social life. Throughout, guests enjoy Riverside's intuitive and personalised service from every staff and crew member for an all-inclusive and luxurious experience. Riverside Luxury Cruises new 2025 voyages are now open for bookings. For more information and to make a reservation, U.S. and Canadian travellers should contact their travel advisor; visit Riverside-Cruises.com/en; or call 1-833-305-3313. Travel Advisors can register and book their luxury clients through the brand's dedicated partner portal at www.Riverside-Cruises.com/TA.  

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  • The cruise line's new year of cruises totals more than 170 departures on 52 distinct itineraries, ranging from 3 to 23 nights, aboard Riverside Debussy, Riverside Ravel and Riverside Mozart.
  • New for Riverside in 2025 are itineraries that combine cruises aboard both Riverside Debussy and Riverside Ravel for extended vacations, ranging up to 19 nights, exploring the Rhine and Rhône rivers, respectively.
  • "No other line delivers Europe like Riverside Luxury Cruises," said Jen Halboth, CEO of the luxury river line.
  • The all-suites Riverside Mozart, Riverside Ravel, and newly inaugurated Riverside Debussy offer the most spacious accommodations, highest staff-to-guest ratio, and more onboard amenities than other river lines.

Cunard's Solar Eclipse at Sea offers Prime Viewing for 2026

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Thursday, April 11, 2024
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VALENCIA, Calif., April 11, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The captivating spectacle of this week's solar eclipse has left viewers in awe, with many already looking forward to the next celestial event on August 12, 2026.

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  • Queen Mary 2 will embark on a 14-night voyage through Norway and Iceland , August 4-18, 2026 providing guests the rare opportunity to witness the wonderous solar eclipse during an overnight stay in Reykjavik on the evening of August 12.
  • Viewing the eclipse from Iceland will offer a unique, immersive experience as the country's dramatic landscapes will provide a striking backdrop to this inspiring event.
  • Travelers will be treated to the serene beauty of the tranquil fjords, thundering waterfalls, and breathtaking scenery across the North Sea and Atlantic Ocean.
  • "Watching a total solar eclipse from sea is an utterly unique and very rare experience," Katie McAlister, president of Cunard.

VIKING ANNOUNCES NEW MONGOLIA EXTENSION FOR CHINA VOYAGES STARTING IN 2024

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Thursday, April 11, 2024
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LOS ANGELES, April 11, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Viking® (www.viking.com) today announced that for the first time it is offering guests destination-focused experiences in Mongolia with the new Spirit of Mongolia extension program. The five-night, fully guided Pre or Post extension will allow guests to further immerse themselves in the rich traditions of the region, from the ancient city of Ulaanbaatar to the Gobi Desert. The Spirit of Mongolia and a variety of other Pre and Post extensions, including Hong Kong and Beijing, are available for Viking's new, first-of-their-kind China itineraries: Best of China, China Discovery, Classic China & the Coast and Wonders of China.

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  • A First for Viking, New Five-Night "Spirit of Mongolia" Extension Offers Fully Guided, Immersive Experiences Before or After China Itineraries
    LOS ANGELES, April 11, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Viking® ( www.viking.com ) today announced that for the first time it is offering guests destination-focused experiences in Mongolia with the new Spirit of Mongolia extension program.
  • The Spirit of Mongolia and a variety of other Pre and Post extensions, including Hong Kong and Beijing, are available for Viking's new, first-of-their-kind China itineraries: Best of China , China Discovery , Classic China & the Coast and Wonders of China .
  • With its geographic diversity and incredible history, Mongolia is an extraordinary destination making it a natural extension to our new China itineraries."
  • In addition to the new Spirit of Mongolia extension, Viking is offering four other immersive Pre and Post extensions for guests looking to explore more of China.

‘It could be the death of the museum’: why research cuts at a South Australian institution have scientists up in arms

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Friday, April 19, 2024
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“It could be the death of the museum,” says renowned mammalogist Tim Flannery, a former director of the museum.

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  • “It could be the death of the museum,” says renowned mammalogist Tim Flannery, a former director of the museum.
  • “To say research isn’t important to what a museum does – it’s sending shock waves across the world,” she says.

What’s the plan?

  • According to the museum’s website, this skeleton crew will focus on “converting new discoveries and research into the visitor experience”.
  • Others have tackled global questions such as the evolution of birds from dinosaurs, how eyes evolved in Cambrian fossils, and Antarctic biodiversity.

What’s so special about a museum?

  • Their remits are different, says University of Adelaide botanist Andy Lowe, who was the museum’s acting director in 2013 and 2014.
  • Unlike universities, he says, the museum was “established by government, to carry out science for the development of the state”.
  • “They’re crucial for what goes on above; you need experts not second-hand translators,” says University of Adelaide geologist Alan Collins.
  • He wonders what will happen the next time a youngster comes into the museum asking to identify a rock.
  • The museum’s Phillip Jones now uses this collection in his research, delivering more than 30 exhibitions, books and academic papers.

Continuity and community

  • Without attentive curation and the life blood of research, the collections are doomed to “wither and die”, says Flannery.
  • That raises the issue of continuity.
  • In Flannery’s words, the job of a museum curator:
    is like being a high priest in a temple.
  • Over Jones’ four decades at the museum, his relationships with Indigenous elders have also been critical to returning sacred objects to their traditional owners.
  • Besides the priestly “chain of care”, there’s something else at risk in the museum netherworld: a uniquely productive ecosystem feeding on the collections.
  • Here you’ll find PhD students mingling with retired academics; curators mingling with scientists; museum folk with university folk.
  • In the year ending 2023 for instance, joint museum and university grants amounted to A$3.7 million.

DNA and biodiversity

  • The museum has also declared it will no longer support a DNA sequencing lab it funds jointly with the University of Adelaide.
  • “No other institute in South Australia does this type of biodiversity research,” says Andrew Austin, chair of Taxonomy Australia and emeritus professor at the University of Adelaide.
  • “It’s the job of the museum.” The cuts come while the SA government plans new laws to protect biodiversity.


Elizabeth Finkel does not work for, consult, own shares in or receive funding from any company or organisation that would benefit from this article, and has disclosed no relevant affiliations beyond their academic appointment.