WORLD FIRST: Aurora Expeditions dedicates its new expedition ship Sylvia Earle to leading female conservationists
Australia’s award-winning expedition operator, Aurora
Expeditions, is celebrating International Women’s Day 2021 by dedicating
its new expedition ship to five of the world’s leading female
conservationists.
The new purpose-built ship Sylvia Earle, launching in November 2021, is named after the renowned marine biologist, oceanographer and explorer Dr. Sylvia Earle.
In a world first, each of the vessel’s public decks will bear the names
of other pioneering female conservationists – Dr. Carden Wallace
AM, Joanna Ruxton, Sharon Kwok and Bernadette Demientieff – along with
a deck dedicated to Dr. Earle herself.
“Female scientists are leading the way in global
conservation initiatives and we want to honour these five
extraordinary women who work tirelessly to make the world a better
place,” says Aurora Expeditions CEO Monique Ponfoort.
“The
scientists we have chosen are inspiring leaders in their fields, and as
part of the deck theming, we will educate our expeditioners on the
impressive and important conservation work they continue to do. We are
so proud to be able to honour these incredibly talented women.” she
adds.
The new ship’s public decks will be named after Dr. Sylvia Earle: Hero of the Planet
https://www.aurora-expeditions.com/
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Yidinji welcome for ARIA winner Amy Shark in Cairns
Internationally acclaimed Aussie singer/songwriter Amy Shark was
treated to a Welcome to Country performance by Indigenous cultural group
Minjil before her live show at the Cairns Performing Arts Centre.
The 8 x ARIA award-winner performed two concerts to a full house as part
of the Cairns Summer Sounds series of live music weekends in Cairns
during February.
Minjil was launched by owner and Artistic
Director Carl Fourmile, a Yidinji man from the land of Gimuy in the
Cairns and Great Barrier Reef region.
An ambassador for
local culture with strong roots in dance, lore and education, Fourmile
founded Minjil to provide cultural enrichment services including dance
performances, educational presentations and corporate cultural awareness
tours.
The next installment of the Cairns Summer Sounds series
is Tones And I at Munro Martin Parklands on Saturday 8 May. Tickets
available through https://www.ticketlink.com.au/
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Intimate Weddings and Sensational Celebrations at 137 Pillars House
The award-winning 137 Pillars House is a stunning 30 suite boutique
Hotel with a rich colonial past; built around the original colonial teak
homestead which dates back to the late 1800's. It is located in a
leafy residential enclave a few minutes' walk from the historical Watt
Gate Temple, Ping River and boutique shopping area. The hotel is a
member of the prestigious Small Luxury Hotels of the World (SLH).
This historical boutique property is a romantic destination in itself
and the ideal venue for intimate weddings and sensational celebrations
such as proposals, elopements, anniversaries and special occasions. All
suites are extremely spacious and exquisitely appointed with butler
service, high ceilings, large walk-in wardrobes, stunning bathrooms
with free-standing Victorian bathtubs, dual washbasins, separate indoor
and outdoor showers, 400 thread count bed linen and ultra-comfortable
four-poster beds, vintage tiled verandahs with large daybeds and
signature 137 Pillars rocking chairs and cane shades for privacy.
A range of bespoke dining options include the Palette Restaurant, Jack
Bain's Bar, The Dining Room, Kitchen and Private Dining, using locally
sourced organic ingredients.
While popular for destination
weddings, and even complete buyouts where the party can take the entire
property, it is also perfect for small intimate celebrations of up to
twenty people, be it a wedding, elopement or renewal of your vows. Our
dedicated wedding concierge will ensure that your special day runs
likes clockwork as you make memories of a lifetime.
For more information and reservations, please contact 137 Pillars House on:
Tel: +66 53 247 788;
Email:sales@137pillarshouse.com
Website: www.137pillarschiangmai.com
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Sri Lanka Tourism Welcomes International Visitors
As Sri Lanka opens its doors to the world once again, Sri Lanka Tourism
has pulled out all the stops, ensuring that every precautionary measure
has been set in place to make the island getaway as safe, secure and
serene as possible for the visitors. In this regard, Sri Lanka Tourism
has published 'Safety Protocols' to be followed by the tourism industry
stakeholders and visitors. These protocols were issued by the Ministry
of Health and adopted by Sri Lanka Tourism after a thorough analysis of
the situation and following multiple consultations with all relevant
stakeholders and health professionals to ensure a smooth transition to
begin operations in the midst of this new normal.
As per the
safety protocols published, Sri Lanka does not require a minimum number
of days to stay, i.e. visitors to the island can stay even 3 to 4 days.
Sri Lanka offers a 'Quarantine free' visitor experience where the
visitors can enjoy all facilities in their respective hotels, including
the swimming pools, spas, gym etc. However, the only requirement put in
place for the safety of the traveller, tourism stakeholders and Sri
Lankan community is the need for the travellers to stay at a 'Safe and
Secure' certified Level 1 hotel or hotels in the initial 14 days of
their stay. This protocol ensures the creation of a bio-bubble for the
international visitors, assuring the safety of the local communities,
industry employees, and visitors to the industry. The respective hotels
and accommodation providers, along with the travel agents and tour
operators, will be entrusted to ensure that visitors don't break the
bubble of safety.
Sri Lanka Tourism - The Official Website of Sri Lanka Tourism
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