Monthly Archives: March 2014

A Beautiful Game

Etihad Partners With Major League Soccer

A Beautiful Game Major League Soccer (MLS), Soccer United Marketing (which is MLS' commercial arm) have announced a multi-year partnership deal with Etihad Airways. Within the new agreement, Etihad Airways becomes the official airline partner of MLS in the United States. It is the Abu Dhabi-based airline's... more ›
Posted in Airlines, News

YVR Is Tops In North America

Over 12 million passengers voted on worldwide airport travel experiences

YVR Is Tops In North America Vancouver International Airport (YVR) was named #1 Airport in North America for the fifth consecutive year by Skytrax World Airport Awards in Barcelona, Spain recently. This exceptional honour marks only the second time in award history that any airport has earned top ranking five years in a... more ›
Posted in Airlines, News

Nova Star Cruises Ready To Set Sail

Nova Star Cruises Ready To Set Sail Travellers can now make reservations to travel aboard Nova Star, the brand new, 161-metre cruise-ferry, that will make daily round-trip crossings between Yarmouth, Nova Scotia and Portland, Maine beginning May 15, 2014. One-way fares range from $79 to $139 for adults and $39 to $64 for... more ›
Posted in Cruise, News

Something Grand Happening At Sun Peaks

Something Grand Happening At Sun Peaks Sun Peaks Resort is about to become the second largest ski area in the country - and its signature hotel is taking on a whole new identity as part of that next phase of growth. The Delta Sun Peaks Resort will become Sun Peaks Grand Hotel & Conference Centre as of May 1, a name chosen to... more ›
Posted in Destinations, Hotels, News

Crane Adds All-Inclusive Plan

Crane Adds All-Inclusive Plan The Crane Residential Resort in Barbados is now offering an all-inclusive option, allowing guests to pay for all of their meals and drinks up front. The Crane will continue to offer its regular resort plan, whereby guests can stay without an all-inclusive option. By expanding its booking... more ›
Posted in Hotels, Resorts, Travel Agents

Halifax Homewood Now Accepting Bookings

Halifax Homewood Now Accepting Bookings Reservations are now being accepted by the Homewood Suites by Hilton Halifax-Downtown for stays starting June 15, 2014. Owned and managed by SilverBirch Hotels & Resorts, the hotel also features a signature SilverBirch Conference Centre with Connections Cafe. The 135 all-suites hotel... more ›
Posted in Destinations, Hotels

mywurld Launches Hotel, Excursion Booking Engines

mywurld Launches Hotel, Excursion Booking Engines mywurld has launched the mywurld hotel and excursion programs allowing mywurld travel agents from around the world to leverage world-class content and maximize their commissions on every customer. Each resulting confirmation is delivered on the mywurld itinerary platform, enabling the travel... more ›
Posted in Technology, Travel Agents

Andaz Maui Celebrates One

Andaz Maui Celebrates One The eco-friendly beachfront resort Andaz Maui at Wailea Resort & Spa officially opened its doors in late 2013, welcoming guests to experience its impressive design, amenities, approachable service and beachfront destination. The opening of Andaz Maui at Wailea marks the 10th hotel to join... more ›
Posted in Hawaii, Hotels, Resorts

High Tech Conferencing At The Fairmont Kea Lani

High Tech Conferencing At The Fairmont Kea Lani The Fairmont Kea Lani, Maui has recently renovated its Pacific Board Room with the latest technology for meetings. Accommodating up to 14 people, the room is outfitted with an interactive touchscreen smart television that has video conferencing capability, a premium built-in sound system and... more ›
Posted in Hawaii, Hotels, Resorts

Agents Make Their Presence Known

ASTA Study Finds Social Media Use Increased, But Value Still Unclear

Agents Make Their Presence Known In its 2013 Technology and Web Usage Report, ASTA found that the percentage of agencies that have a social media presence increased to 80% of respondents, however, agencies continue to be unsure of the value with almost 39% of social media users viewing it as not useful or proven. At the same... more ›
Posted in News, Online Travel Agency, Technology, Tourism Organizations, Travel Agents, Trends & Research
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