Destinations
Last Chance To Register For ACTA’s Virtual Summit
The ACTA 2021 virtual travel industry summit is set for Sept. 30 and Oct. 1 and there’s still time to register. The summit will help participants to reconnect and rebuild bigger, better and stronger. Plus, there are: Tons of prizes Amazing speaker Sessions Informative Panels Over 50 trade show exhibitors who want to share new information with you Tips to help you reset and rebuild to optimize your sales Fun. Everyone you know will be there Best of all, there’s no need to socially distance or wear a mask. It’s virtual and free to take in the sessions over...
Audiences Challenged To Rethink How They Travel
Agents and travel industry members in Vancouver, Calgary and Edmonton have a chance to among the first in the world to view a new documentary designed to challenge consumers to make better holiday choices following the global pandemic. The Last Tourist is an independent documentary created by G Adventures, directed by filmmaker Tyson Sadler, and executive produced by Bruce Poon Tip. And the film has just been awarded with the ‘Special Jury Prize for Social Impact’ by the Canadian documentary jury at the Calgary International Film Festival. Tickets are now on sale for the...
Air Canada Resumes Canada and India Service
Air Canada has resumed non-stop flights to and from Delhi, India, following the lifting of the Canadian government’s restrictions on non-stop flights from India. The airline's flights from Delhi to Toronto and Vancouver resume arriving today. Mark Galardo, senior vice president, network planning and revenue management at Air Canada, said: “People are eager to reunite with family and friends and we are very pleased to resume service immediately from India to our Toronto and Vancouver hubs following the lifting of restrictions by the Government of Canada. We continue to be focused on...
What To Expect At The ACTA Summit
If you were wondering what to expect at the ACTA’s Travel Industry Summit that takes place later this week (Sept. 30), here’s a handy list of keynote speakers and topics that are on the agenda: Keynote Speakers & Topics Lucie Guillemette – Executive Vice President and Chief Commercial Officer, Air Canada – Rebuilding Together Jonathan McCready - Executive Leadership Coach, 4D Coach – Carry on to Come Back Strong: What’s in your suitcase? Tammy Webster – Indigenous Education and Equity Consultant, Kitigan Zibi Algonquin First Nation – Canada’s National...
CTO Secretary General Celebrates World Tourism Day
The secretary general of the Caribbean Tourism Organization, Neil Walters offered a message to the industry on World Tourism Day, stating that: “In observance of the day, the CTO and approximately a dozen regional and international partners are collaborating on a virtual event aimed at highlighting and addressing the challenges we face in forging a sustainable tourism sector and identifying the opportunities to build a more socially inclusive, sustainable and smart sector.” Walters writes: “It’s a clear sign of the importance we all place on collaboration and inclusion, a...
Time to Relax, Unwind and Recharge in Paradise
Baxter Media invites all travel professionals to attend a webinar with the Palladium Hotel Group on October 21 at 2 p.m. (EST). Located on the shores of the most esteemed beaches in the Mexican Caribbean and Riviera Maya coast, Grand Palladium Hotels & Resorts and TRS Hotels are the perfect option for families, couples and groups of friends seeking sophisticated elegance in an all-inclusive setting. They offer their guests pristine beaches, personalized service and world-class amenities for the most memorable tropical escape. Register and attend the full duration of the...
TIAC Champions Tourism On World Tourism Day
To mark World Tourism Day (WTD), the Tourism Industry Association of Canada (TIAC) is encouraging the industry to use today (Sept. 27) to amplify conversations and awareness among our international community on the significant potential of tourism to foster the growth of the Canadian and global economy. TIAC’s president and CEO, Beth Potter observed that: “The recovery of Canada’s visitor economy is key to Canada’s overall economic growth – and we still have a long way to go – the restart of tourism will help recovery and growth globally. It...
Rebuilding Tourism Through Sustainable Products
Trafalgar and Costsaver are increasing their sustainable travel and tourism initiatives in celebration of World Tourism Day. The brands will offer a minimum of one MAKE TRAVEL MATTER Experience on every land tour by 2023, furthering their commitment to responsible tourism as the tourism industry looks to rebuild in a post-pandemic world. Since the launch of MAKE TRAVEL MATTER Experiences in 2020, both brands have been contributing directly to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (UNSDGs) by offering guests rich, meaningful travel opportunities that have a positive impact...