Tourism Review Online Magazine 3 / 2011

Feb 28, 2011

Dear readers,

Welcome to the March issue of the Tourism Review Online Magazine. This month we are going local and invite our readers to discover Bavaria, Germany and its beautiful mountains as well as castles and history. Read the Destination supplement. If you are an adventurous soul, you might be tempted to explore several smaller islands that will strike you with their unique atmosphere. The Adventure supplement invites you to Caldey Island, Andman & Nicobar Islands or even Les Îles de la Madeleine.

The Spa part focuses on traditional and culture-specific spa treatments in Japan, Turkey and Thailand. After your refreshing stay in an onsen or hammam you might be in the mood of visiting the nearby golf course. The Professional supplement however points out the negative impacts of golf courses on the environment. First of all however discover the art hotels in Tel Aviv, Florence or the art collections of London hotels in the Heritage part. Enjoy the magazine!

Milada Sovadinova

Editor

SUPPLEMENTS

HERITAGE/ The Best Art Collections in Hotels

Sara Thopson

- Feb 28, 2011

Art, classical or contemporary, can be found more and more frequently in hotels’ lobbies as well as rooms. Visit London, Tel Aviv, Verona or Florence and discover the beauty of the local hotels and their art collections.

London Hotels Displaying Great Art

Feb 28, 2011

The Listel, Vancouver's Most Art-Full Hotel

Feb 28, 2011

At Four Seasons Hotel Firenze, Art Is All Around

Feb 28, 2011

Artplus Hotel: Contemporary Israeli Art Exposed

Feb 28, 2011

Contemporary Art in Byblos Art Hotel Villa Amistà

Feb 28, 2011

PROFESSIONAL/ Golf Tourism: Getting on the Green

Laura Maudlin

- Feb 28, 2011

Every year new golf courses and golf clubs are opened to the public offering shiny greens and peaceful ambience. However, what is the impact of golf courses on the environment, water sources and local communities?

Golf Tourism: Economic Benefits vs. Environmental Impacts

Feb 28, 2011

Japan: Polluted by Golf Courses

Feb 28, 2011

Québec: Environmentally Friendly Golf Courses?

Feb 28, 2011

The Impact of Golf Estates in South Africa

Feb 28, 2011

SPA/ Spa: Traditional and Local

Michael Trout

- Feb 28, 2011

Spa and wellness resorts can be found in all the corners of the world. The offer of spa treatments of each country however includes a unique touch of the local culture and traditions. Learn more about Japanese onsens, Thai massage or even Turkish hammams.

Traditional Spa Treatments: Hilot, Lomi Lomi, Shirodhara…

Feb 28, 2011

Japanese Onsen Therapy: Recuperation of Weary Body

Feb 28, 2011

Thai Massage: Experience Your Whole Body

Feb 28, 2011

Wellness Tourism: Spa Packages Attractive Not Only to Locals

Feb 28, 2011

Turkish Hammam: Physical and Mental Regeneration

Feb 28, 2011

ADVENTURE/ Small Islands with Distinctive Character

Richard Moor

- Feb 28, 2011

Thousands of islands attract tourists with their pristine nature and unspoilt environment. Discover several small islands where the travelers’ feet don’t tread very often – Les Îles de la Madeleine, Caldey Island, Cook Islands and many more.

Discover the Authentic World of Les Îles de la Madeleine

Feb 28, 2011

A Natural Escape: Franklin County’s Barrier Islands

Feb 28, 2011

Andaman and Nicobar Islands: An Emerging Eco-tourism Hotspot

Feb 28, 2011

Caldey Island: Wales's Island Monastery

Feb 28, 2011

Cook Islands: Caves, Cliffs and Makatea

Feb 28, 2011

DESTINATION/ Bavaria: Castles, Mountains and Much More

Denise Chen

- Feb 28, 2011

Beautiful castles, gardens, parks, mountains – Bavaria in Germany has it all. Discover the Renaissance heritage of Augsburg, Regensburg’s Italian heart and Dachau’s royal history.

Experience Bavaria and Its World Famous Landmarks

Feb 28, 2011

Fairy Tale Castles and Palaces for Kings and Queens

Feb 28, 2011

Dachau: The City of Bavarian Kings

Feb 28, 2011

Regensburg: Young, Italian, and Right in the Heart of Europe

Feb 28, 2011

Augsburg: The Center of Renaissance in Bavaria

Feb 28, 2011