Destinations
Say Fore With Skål
Over 100 tourism, hospitality and travel industry executives, and fellow Skålleagues, friends and family enjoyed a day of sportsmanship, camaraderie and fun on the links. Considered a key travel and tourism industry event each year, the 66th Annual Skål Toronto/Toronto North Golf Tournament took take place at Royal Ontario Golf Club on Tuesday, August 23rd, 2022. Baxter Media were proud to be one of the sponsors of this successful event. In the photos Top Photo -- Volunteers give golfers a big welcome as they arrive for the tournament Second Photo -- The Top...
Intrepid Names Smith New GM For North America
Intrepid Travel has appointed Tom Smith as General Manager, North America, bringing more senior leadership, vision and strategic growth to North America. Smith will report to North American Managing Director Matt Berna, who oversees sales & marketing, operations, mergers & acquisitions, and strategic growth in the Americas. The B Corp-certified world-leader in responsible travel operates in over 130 countries with 40 offices globally. In 2022, Intrepid DMC opened its first operations base in North America off the back of its acquisition of specialist adventure operator...
Antigua And Barbuda Post July Gains
Antigua and Barbuda’s steady tourism rebound continues for yet another month as, stayover tourism arrivals for July 2022, have topped the July 2019 pre-pandemic record. The islands’ Ministry of Tourism is reporting a growth in arrivals of 7% for the month of July against benchmark year 2019. During the month, Antigua and Barbuda welcomed 24,673 visitors to the destination, an increase over 2021’s 23,405 and the 2019 record of 23,031. Antigua and Barbuda’s Minister of Tourism The Honourable Charles Fernandez said: “For a second year, we are experiencing a healthy summer...
Tourism Driving Jamaica’s Post-COVID-19 Recovery
The latest report from the Planning Institute of Jamaica (PIOJ) highlights the fact that tourism is “driving” Jamaica’s post-COVID-19 economic recovery. Jamaica’s Minister of Tourism, Edmund Bartlett welcomed the PIOJ’s report which indicates that the tourism sector has contributed significantly to the country’s economic growth in the second quarter of the year. The PIOJ reported that Jamaica’s economy grew by 5.7% during the April to June quarter of 2022, compared with the same period in 2021, with the tourism and hospitality sector contributing substantially. It...
London Is A Top Choice For North Americans
London continues to be one of the top destinations for global travellers, with the UK capital reporting its strongest hotel occupancy numbers and flight bookings since the pandemic. The “it” destination celebrated the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee this past spring with record crowds, top-notch entertainment and royal family sightings. Visitors from North America continue to outpace other international markets, ranking London among the top destinations on their travel bucket list. According to the latest Traveler Insights Report from Expedia Group Media Solutions, London was the...
Canada Jetlines Receives AOC From Transport Canada
Canada Jetlines Operations Ltd. has received its air operating certificate (AOC) from Transport Canada, granting approval to initiate operations out of its travel hub at Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ). Securing the AOC confirms that Canada Jetlines has all required professional capabilities and adheres to all safety regulations needed for aircraft operations. Canada Jetlines looks forward to its inaugural flight and will be releasing new destinations and updated scheduling shortly. Eddy Doyle, CEO of Canada Jetlines, said: “The entire team at Canada Jetlines is...
New Tourism Minister for St. Kitts & Nevis
St. Kitts & Nevis is welcoming attorney-at-law Marsha Henderson, an attorney-at-law, is the new Minister of Tourism, Civil Aviation and Urban Development for St. Kitts & Nevis. As Minister of Tourism, Henderson, a member of new Prime Minister Dr. Terrance Michael Drew’s federal cabinet, will work to ensure that the destination continues to make strides towards the full resumption of tourism activity, including the return of airlift and cruise ship arrivals, with the ultimate goal of improving the quality of life of the people of the Federation. Her appointment signals...
Jamaica Lights It Up With 60th Celebrations
Jamaica marked its 60th anniversary of independence on Aug. 6, 2022 and here in Canada, the island lit up iconic Canadian landmarks in black, green and gold to celebrate its Diamond Jubilee Anniversary. A special Jamaica Independence Reception was held in Niagara Falls and hosted by the Consul General of Jamaica and the Jamaica Tourist Board’s Canadian team. Members of Toronto’s Jamaican community and friends of Jamaica were in attendance along with several travel trade partners. Guests were treated to spoken word performances, authentic Jamaican cuisine and the sounds of DJ...