Destinations
O‘ahu and Kaua‘i Visitors Bureaus to host travel agent webinars
Travel professionals are invited to register for the upcoming 30-minute webinars from the O‘ahu Visitors Bureau and Kaua‘i Visitors Bureau. Karishma Chowfin, director of sales at the O‘ahu Visitors Bureau, will be live with Baxter Media on Wednesday, Sept. 18 at 4 p.m. EST, while Lani Kaui, sales manager at the Kaua‘i Visitors Bureau, will join us on Thursday, Oct. 3 at 3 p.m. EST. Attendees can expect destination-specific updates that will help them plan memorable trips for clients heading to Hawaii. The visitors' bureaus will highlight mindful travel and share...
CHTA names Antigua & Barbuda as host of Marketplace 2025
The Caribbean Hotel and Tourism Association (CHTA) has selected Antigua and Barbuda as the host destination for the 43rd Caribbean Travel Marketplace (CTM). Scheduled for May 18-22, 2025, the event will attract major global buyers and regional suppliers, showcasing Antigua and Barbuda’s growing status as a key player in Caribbean hospitality and tourism. The selection of Antigua and Barbuda highlights the nation’s remarkable rise in the tourism sector. “With a 16 percent increase in stay-over arrivals this year, surpassing 2019’s record levels, our twin-island nation has...
Las Vegas adds new entertainment for fall & winter
The Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority (LVCVA) hosted travel partners at the Usher: Past Present Future concert this week in Toronto. Yesterday evening (Sept. 3) was an exciting preview of Las Vegas’ incredible entertainment lineup coming later this year and into 2025. New to downtown Las Vegas is the Neon City Festival, a free outdoor event from November 22-24 that will transform the streets into venues for multiple genres of musical headliners, immersive art installations, culinary experiences, pop-up performances and more. Guests of all ages will be able to...
Viking announces six new Asia itineraries through Japan & China
Viking has announced six new itineraries in Asia that will expand exclusive access for guests to Japan and China, with Tibet (Xizang) in 2025. The new voyages range from 15 to 22 days and explore iconic destinations in China, including Shanghai, Beijing, Xi’an and Lhasa in Tibet (Xizang), as well as Osaka, Japan. The itineraries will continue to highlight rarely-seen destinations and ports in China to which only Viking has access. Each voyage will offer guests immersive destination-focused experiences, insightful lectures and regionally inspired cuisine. Now open for booking, the new...
Malaysia dives into accessible tourism with Adaptive Scuba Adventures
Malaysia is taking the lead on accessible tourism for travellers with disabilities, highlighted by some unique scuba diving opportunities courtesy of Diveheart Malaysia. As a world-class diving destination, Malaysia is also the only Asian destination focused on adaptive diving experiences that cater to travellers with disabilities. The initiative is led by Diveheart, a US-based organization with its only Asian locations in Kuala Lumpur and Sarawak. The Diveheart Malaysia team offers tailor-made programs designed to build confidence and independence for children, adults and veterans...
ONVIGO advisors return from first-ever Hyatt FAM in Cancun
Canadian host agency Onvigo recently hosted its first-ever FAM trip in Cancun, Mexico, in partnership with the Hyatt Inclusive Collection, which currently has more than 80 properties across 10 unique brands in the Mexican Caribbean. Held from Aug. 27 to Aug. 29, 11 advisors were hand-picked to visit some of Hyatt's newest five-star properties, including host properties Secrets Playa Blanca Costa Mujeres and Hyatt Vivid, as well as Dreams Vista, Breathless Cancun Soul, and Secrets/Dreams Playa Mujeres. “Canada loves Mexico, and advisors need to experience a variety of properties so...
Lucky Vancouver advisors get the latest news from Las Vegas
The number 13 was a lucky one for Vancouver-based travel advisors recently, as that was the tally of tourism suppliers who came from Las Vegas for an evening of travel trade meetings and a meal. They each brought a highlight package of news about each of the properties or attractions that they represented to the JW Marriott Parq Vancouver. The group of thirteen included: Caesars Entertainment Cirque du Soleil Fontainebleau Las Vegas Indigo JW Marriot Las Vegas Machine Guns Vegas MGM Resorts International Miracle Mile Shops Resorts World Las Vegas ...
Vacation sustainably in La Paz, Baja California Sur
With the demand for sustainable travel continuing to rise, La Paz, Baja California Sur, Mexico is emerging as a premier eco-friendly destination. Located on the Gulf of California, La Paz is home to some of Mexico’s most pristine and protected natural areas, making it an ideal getaway for Canadian travellers seeking to explore the beauty of nature while minimizing their environmental impact. La Paz offers a blend of natural beauty and sustainability, making it a must-visit destination for eco-conscious travellers. From its vibrant marine life to its diverse landscapes, La Paz...