Destinations
A First For Scenic Eclipse
Scenic Group’s Scenic Eclipse will do a series of itineraries in the Red Sea for the first time in 2021. The company’s first purpose-built ocean cruise ship -- and the world’s first Discovery Yacht -- will sail Saudi waters from July 17 to Dec. 9, 2021. Selected sailings from October to December will be open to international guests who are looking to experience Saudi heritage, its landscapes and its hospitality. Glen Moroney, Founder and Chairman of Scenic Group pointed out that: “Saudi Arabia will be one of the hottest tourist destinations in coming years and we’re...
Are You Ready For The Big, Beautiful Game?
All of Europe – certainly all of Italy and England – and in many places around the globe, fans are revving themselves up into a fever pitch for the final match of the Euros at Wembley on Sunday. Visit Britain has been kind enough to provide a primer on the beautiful game to help those fans get inspired by the history of the sport. Britain certainly has a long footballing heritage and for those thinking of a visit, here are some of the highlights in store… Explore The Origins Of Football In Britain Football as it’s known today can trace its roots back to the second half...
Industry Needs A Plan Before An Election
Several people who play a prominent role in the tourism trade are urging the federal government to hold off on calling an election until this country's badly battered tourism sector has a better idea of what awaits it. Perrin Beatty, president of the Canadian Chamber of Commerce, told a Thursday virtual conference that “governments tend to shut down and don't want to make profound decisions” when an election is underway. Beatty said “there's an urgent need for a reopening plan” for tourism as the critical summer season is advancing and tourism businesses “cannot afford to...
Spain Says Welcome To Canadians
Spain is welcoming all travellers from Canada without requiring them to show any health certificate. The move follows the recommendations of the European Union Council and took effect on July 8, 2021. As a result, Canadians can now enter Spain regardless of having any vaccination, diagnostic or recovery certificate. However, travellers to Spain (even those in transit) must have a QR code obtained from filling out the Health Control Form (FCS in Spanish) available at Spain Travel Health (SpTH) or through a mobile phone app (for Android or iOs devices). Travellers may...
Leave No Trace In New Hampshire
The New Hampshire Division of Travel and Tourism Development (DTTD) is partnering with the Leave No Trace Center for Outdoor Ethics to launch a statewide “Leave No Trace” campaign. The collaborative educational effort encourages visitors to practice sustainable tourism through seven principles that provide a road map of things to do to venture into the state’s great outdoors more consciously. This summer, it is expected that 3.45 million visitors will enter the Granite State and many of those travellers will be drawn to the state’s natural attributes that include the...
Murcia Promoting Free COVID Insurance At WTM
The Spanish destination of Murcia will be front and centre at this year’s WTM London, promoting the fact that it is offering visitors free COVID-19 travel insurance. From July 1, 2021, visitors to the Region of Murcia who stay in regulated tourist accommodation will be able to take advantage of the offer, which covers them in the event of a COVID-19 infection in addition to common illness and accident. The free policy covers medical and pharmaceutical expenses, transportation and/or repatriation costs, and expenses for any extension of a stay. The coverage is available from July...
‘We’re Not There Yet, But We’re Getting Closer’
During an announcement and briefing in Coquitlam, B.C., yesterday, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau was asked about reopening Canada’s borders to international travellers and the roll that vaccination rates would play in the planning of such a reopening. Responding to a question on vaccination rates and the reopening of Canada's borders, the Prime Minister said: “First of all, all of our conversations right now are about what support we can give and what ease we can offer to vaccinated travellers. We know that if you continue to be not fully vaccinated you still have to do a...
Vrbo’s Premier Host Makes Its Debut In Canada
Vrbo has now made its Premier Host program available in Canada. The Expedia Group company refined the Premier status program back in April of this year to better serve rental owners and property managers at an account level across all listings, and to provide enhanced benefits and is now live for Vrbo rental vacations in the Canadian market. Vrbo's Premier Host program recognizes and rewards partners who consistently go above and beyond for guests. The program name is rebranded ‘Premier Host’ from ‘Premier Partner’ to help vacation rental partners unlock new business...