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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...
Rudd Tapped As New Tourism Trinidad CEO
Kurtis Rudd has been named as the new Chief Executive Officer for Tourism Trinidad Limited (TTL). Rudd brings extensive marketing, strategic communication and management expertise to the post that will assist Tourism Trinidad as it re-energizes the island's tourism economy through this most difficult period in history, unite the sector, and define a clear path for the safe restart of international travel. He has a lifelong passion for brand building and an unbridled love for country and has consistently sought to be of service to the land of his birth. He has held several senior...
Iberostar Reopening Resorts In Cuba
Following the announcement by the Cuban Ministry of Tourism of the gradual reopening of Cuba's borders Nov. 15, and in response to the stepped-up vaccination process underway in Cuba, the Iberostar Group has an ambitious schedule of re-openings for the coming months to bring its hotels in Cuba back to normal, depending on the reactivation of demand and airlift. On Nov. 1, Grupo Iberostar plans to reopen Iberostar Grand Packard – its top luxury property on the island -- along with the Iberostar Selection Bella Vista Varadero, Iberostar Selection Ensenachos, Coral Level at Iberostar...
JTB Releases Behind-The-Scenes Look At New Bond Film
The Jamaica Tourist Board has released behind-the-scenes footage of No Time To Die to celebrate the release of the latest James Bond film; with the exclusive footage showcasing cast and crew as well as some of the locations shot in Jamaica. Jamaica is the birthplace of 007, where Ian Fleming created and wrote the Bond novels. The island also features in the first James Bond film, Dr. No (1962), as well as in Live And Let Die (1973). Jamaica is a key location in No Time To Die where Bond has left active service and is enjoying a tranquil life on the island. His peace is...
Aer Lingus Takes Off From Toronto to Dublin
Aer Lingus has resumed its Toronto to Dublin service and for travellers booking between now and Oct. 7, special roundtrip fares are priced from $399 roundtrip. The offer is valid for travel between Oct. 1, 2021 and Feb. 17, 2022. Beginning Sept. 27, Aer Lingus will be offering four flights per week (Mon., Wed., Fri. and Sun.). Sandra Moffatt, manager, Tourism Ireland, Canada, said that: “We are delighted Aer Lingus has reinstated their direct flights from Toronto to Dublin, with regular frequency and great value airfare on offer for travel this Fall-Winter.” Moffatt...
Orlando Builds Anticipation For IPW Gathering In 2022
IPW 2021 wrapped up its proceedings in Las Vegas with a final day party led by the hosts of next year’s IPW conference and trade show in Orlando, reports Press Today’s Ted Davis. The destination reps from Visit Orlando, Experience Kissimmee and Visit Florida were all on hand at their locations on the trade show floor at Las Vegas Convention Center to build early excitement for the 2022 edition of IPW, reports Davis, who is onsite at this year’s event. The next IPW will be held June 4 to June 8, 2022, and the hosts are forecasting that the conference and trade show in Orlando...
Partnerships Key To Success For U.S. Virgin Islands
The U.S. Virgin Islands pointing to ‘synergistic public-private partnerships’ as key to its ability to survive and thrive during the worldwide COVID-19 crisis. Joseph Boschulte, Commissioner of the USVI Department of Tourism, and Wayne Biggs, CEO of the U.S. Virgin Islands Economic Development Authority, led a delegation representing the Territory at the Caribbean Hotel & Resort Investment Summit (CHRIS), which was held last month in Hollywood, Florida. During a panel discussion on public-private collaboration, Commissioner Boschulte recognized the importance of working...