Destinations
Jamaica’s Tourism Sector Nearly Fully Recovered
Jamaica’s tourism sector has almost fully recovered from the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, which had threatened the very survival of the industry, according to Minister of Tourism, Hon. Edmund Bartlett, who made the announcement during a meeting with members of a special delegation from the Republic of Namibia, led by the African nation’s Minister in the Presidency, Hon. Christine //Hoebes earlier this month. In making the disclosure, Minister Bartlett said: “The good news is that Jamaica has now recovered 90% from the COVID-19 pandemic in the tourism sector. Our recovery in...
Rapa Nui Welcomes The Return Of Visitors
Aug. 5 saw a group of more than 230 tourists became the first to arrive in Rapa Nui (Easter Island) after 868 days of border closure, marking the official return of visitors to the Chilean territory. The arrival took place thanks to a coordinated effort between the government, the communities, and authorities of the island to generate a safe reopening process, considering sanitary, administrative, connectivity and supply aspects. “We are very happy to begin this reopening stage at Rapa Nui. Most of the tourist services are ready to receive visitors, with the appropriate sanitary...
ACTA Ready To Explore New Trends At Summits
ACTA has released details about some of the speakers and professional development topics at its upcoming, in-person September summits. Keynote speaker Bruce Poon Tip, CEO, G Adventures, global leader in social entrepreneurship, immersive travel, innovation and executive producer of the 2022 documentary film The Last Tourist, will explore Travel as a force of change. Passionate about the power of travel to change the world for the better, Poon Tip will examine important issues facing travel and tourism and empower the audience to appeal to a new kind of traveller and be inspired to sell...
FCTG Announces Canadian Leadership Appointments
Flight Centre Travel Group (FCTG) has announced two key leadership appointments within its Canadian business. Chris Lynes has been named Managing Director of the Canadian business following the retirement of John Beauvais at the end of the company’s financial year on June 30, 2022 Brian McLaren has been named the new EVP for Flight Centre Brand Canada. Lynes started with FCTG in 2000 and will continue his role as President of FCTG’s Corporate Traveller brand for the Americas while also taking the helm of the overall Canadian business. In his new role, Lynes key...
WestJet Bringing Back The Sun This Winter
WestJet will be bringing back the sun with the return of 17 sun routes to its network this winter. The returning routes which were suspended for more than two years, bring enhanced connectivity and vacation options for Canadians and communities across the airline's network. John Weatherill, WestJet Executive Vice-President and Chief Commercial Officer, said that: “The restart of these routes is another positive step in the restoration our network as we solidify WestJet as the reliable, friendly and affordable airline we are known to be.” Weatherill added: “We recognize the...
Martinique Lifts Covid-19 Restrictions
Martinique has lifted all Covid-19 restrictions applied to international travellers entering Martinique and the rest of France. Following a new law voted July 30, 2022, the French parliament has declared an end to the public health emergency and subsequent exceptional measures put in place at the outset of the Covid pandemic. As of Aug. 1, 2022, the Covid-19 measures required for U.S. travellers and travellers from any other country to enter France and its Overseas Regions like Martinique no longer apply: Travellers no longer have to complete any forms prior to their arrival in...
TIAC Makes The Case For Tourism
he Tourism Industry Association of Canada (TIAC) has released its submission to the federal government for a new Federal Tourism Growth Strategy. Working in collaboration with a number of national tourism organizations and with input from its members across the country, TIAC identified four key pillars to best underpin a new federal Tourism Growth Strategy and ensure the industry achieves its key goals by 2030. These include: Attracting and Retaining a Sustainable Tourism Workforce Improving Access for visitors to and within Canada Developing and Promoting Tourism...
Jamaica Celebrates 60 By Lighting Up Niagara Falls
Jamaicans around the world celebrated the island’s 60th anniversary of independence on Aug. 6. To commemorate the diamond jubilee, Canadian landmarks from coast to coast are being illuminated in the colours of the Jamaican flag from Aug. 6 to Aug. 8. It was particularly meaningful for the more than 300,000 Jamaican Canadians, with some of them celebrating at event in Niagara Falls over the weekend and Press Today's/Baxter Media's Mitchell McClung was on hand for the celebration. Along with Niagara Falls, other locations being illuminated include Ottawa’s ByWard Market,...