Destinations
Go Back To School With Club Med
Canadian travel agents can go back to school with Club Med which has launched its interactive e-learning tool, Club Med University -- a platform that it created to train, engage and reward travel advisors for becoming Club Med Specialists. With the travel industry beginning to recover, Club Med notes that Canadians are eager to explore the world again and Club Med University equips travel agents with the necessary tools to become experts on the brand and in turn help Canadians plan their long-awaited dream getaways. Advisors attending Club Med University are provided with extensive...
Palm Springs Makes It New
The Greater Palm Springs Convention & Visitors Bureau (CVB) now has a brand new name – Visit Greater Palms Springs; and a newly designed logo that will go with it. Commenting on the change, Visit Greater Palm Springs’ president and CEO, Scott White explained that: “The Greater Palm Springs region continues to evolve. The name ‘Visit Greater Palm Springs’ is direct and easy to understand, represents a call to action, reinforces the organization's marketing efforts, is more industry-familiar with meeting planners, and reduces confusion about the organization’s purpose...
WestJet Linking Dawson Creek and Calgary
WestJet launched its newest route between Calgary and Dawson Creek, B.C., providing a new link for the regions' business, travel and tourism markets as it becomes the only carrier to provide nonstop service between the Peace River Region and its largest hub in Calgary, where the airline is the largest carrier, offering the most seats and flights. John Weatherill, WestJet chief commercial officer, pointed out that: “Our guests in both Calgary and the Peace River Region have been patiently awaiting this important milestone and we are thrilled to bring air service to the...
Keep The Pressure On
ACTA has released a comparison of the major political party platforms and their impact on travel agencies and independent travel agents. Wendy Paradis, ACTA president, observed that: “Now is the time to speak with electoral candidates and share your need for continued federal financial support.” And Paradis added: “There is huge value in sharing your own story and message on Twitter, as candidates are closely following activity there.” The industry association has continued its work advocating for the extension of support for Independent Contractors, for a program like...
Flair Extends Schedule Through Summer 2022
Flair Airlines has extended its flight schedule through Summer 2022 in core Canadian and US markets. Stephen Jones, president and CEO, Flair Airlines, said that: “As we grow our fleet and expand our service, we see the demand for Flair’s low fare travel continuing to explode across Canada. We are absolutely focused on rescuing Canadians from the bloated prices they have long suffered in flying.” Jones continued: “Flair is committed to helping reunite families and make travel accessible for everyone, and our schedule extension will help passengers prepare for 2022 by knowing...
Basel Bound
Many people come from around the world to set sail on the Rhine — but did you know you could also swim in it? In Basel, Switzerland, a unique way to cool off from the summer heat is to place your belongings into a Wickelfisch — a fish-shaped waterproof swimming bag — and then simply step into the water and hold on tight as the current takes you past the picturesque Old Town with its 1,000-year-old cathedral. Better yet, some locals even choose to commute to work this way. Now, that’s more refreshing than a morning cup of coffee! “This is really a unique experience,” says...
Porter Restarts Halifax, Quebec City Operations
Porter Airlines has restarted its operations to Halifax Stanfield International Airport (YHZ) with service to Ottawa, Montreal and Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport. As well, Quebec City Jean Lesage International Airport (YQB) is back, with Porter operating service to Billy Bishop. Porter flights restarted its operations on Sept. 8, with destinations being progressively added over the next month. The initial flight schedule, including flight frequency, can be found at www.flyporter.com. Michael Deluce, president and CEO, Porter Airlines, said: “We’re excited to be returning...
HKTB Expands “Hong Kong Neighbourhoods” Program
West Kowloon is the latest neighbourhood being promoted by the Hong Kong Tourism Board (HKTB) as part of its “Hong Kong Neighbourhoods” program. That program has already featured promotions for "Old Town Central" and "Sham Shui Po – Every Bit Local.” The West Kowloon promotion will highlight the district's rich heritage and vibrant street life in Yau Ma Tei and Jordan along with its two new museums – M+ and the Hong Kong Palace Museum in the West Kowloon Cultural District (WKCD) – which will open at the end of the year and next and become landmarks in art and cultural...