Four travel agents from Vladivostok, Russia, recently visited the islands of Saipan, Tinian and Rota. The agents were from Lucky Tours, Double Step Travel, Fregat Aero and Primorye.

Christine Raczkiewycz The site of Yalta's post-modern depictiion of a ship's mast, situated on the newly rebuilt boardwalk, is dedicated to 14 sister-resort-cities.

Cities that traditionally rely on business travel and conventions for tourism must market other attractions if they want to be competitive, a national travel expert told Utah Hotel and Lodging Association on Wednesday.

Summer is finally here and to help travellers who are getting ready for their holidays, the regional editors of Where magazine today announced their picks for Canada's Top Ten New or Improved Attractions for Summer 2008.

EVENTS Best bets1.Bop along to the music of ABBA when Celebrity Attractions presents "Mamma Mia!” at Civic Center Music Hall, 201 N Walker. Show times are at 8 p.m. today, 2 and 8 p.m. Saturday and 2 and 7 p.m. Sunday. For more information, call (800)