Destinations
Ontario Tourism Recovery Program Set To Launch
Ontario has confirmed that it will launch its $100 million Ontario Tourism Recovery Program on Oct. 13, 2021. Announced in the government’s spring Budget, the Tourism Recovery Program will support for-profit tourism businesses in the attraction, accommodation, and leisure travel sectors that help drive employment and visitors to their regions. Eligible businesses include hotels, inns, resorts, boat tours, ski hills, distilleries, hunting and fishing camps, airlines, motor coaches, live performance venues, cinemas, drive-in theatres, amusement parks, museums, and Indigenous...
Tourism Ireland Launches Green Button Campaign
In an effort to boost travel to the island of Ireland, Tourism Ireland has launched a promotional campaign inviting holidaymakers to press the ‘Green Button’ and drive bookings for short breaks and holidays in the coming months. The ‘Green Button’ campaign concept will deliver a very clear ‘book now’ message, creating a commitment to travel by pressing a green button – green being the colour of ‘go’ and the colour universally connected with the island of Ireland. Iconic attractions and spectacular scenery are front and centre in the campaign, including Dublin’s...
Industry Says Fore For A Fabulous Day Of Fun At Skal Toronto 2021 Tournament
Skal Toronto is sending out a big ‘thank you’ to golfers, sponsors, its golf committee and its volunteers for making the organizations 65th annual – well, except for 2020 for obvious reasons – golf tournament a great success. In all, 64 golfers enjoyed some great golf at Royal Ontario, along with some fun networking opportunities. In a letter to all of those involved, Skal International Toronto’s golf chair, Kimberly Hartley writes: “It was so nice to see so many colleagues and friends in person – it has been far too long … It was a fabulous day of camaraderie,...
Four More Adopt WTTC Safe Travels Stamp
Four more destinations – New Zealand, Switzerland, Czech Republic and Oman – have joined the over 400 destinations as part of the World Travel & Tourism Council’s (WTTC) Safe Travels stamp program. WTTC launched its global Safe Travels stamp program over a year ago in order to rebuild consumer confidence and encourage the return of safe international travel. The stamp has also now been adopted by Trinidad & Tobago, Madagascar, Samoa and Réunion Island. Julia Simpson, president & CEO, WTTC said: “We are delighted that our Safe Travels stamp continues to go...
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...