Destinations
Cayman Islands offers fall savings for Canadians
As fall sets in, the Cayman Islands is offering exclusive travel discounts and offers available now through December 2024. Canadians can take advantage of deals like the fifth night free, 45 per cent off offers and more across the enchanting islands. Those longing to dive into crystal-clear waters, soak up the sun on pristine beaches, and savour delectable cuisine in the Culinary Capital of the Caribbean—all while surrounded by breathtaking views—can now take advantage of limited-time offerings including discounted accommodations, Air Canada Vacations packages, adventurous...
Canadian visitation to Brisbane jumps 25%
Brisbane’s popularity as a global destination has hit new heights, with new visitor data showing a record-breaking $10.7 billion was spent by visitors across an unprecedented 50.8 million nights in the city. The latest Tourism Research Australia data for the year ending June 2024 showed Brisbane’s visitor growth outpacing Australia and its home State, Queensland, with the city hosting 8.8 million total visitors, including record numbers from five international markets including Canada, the USA, Indonesia, South Korea and New Zealand. Visitors from Canada jumped 25 per cent and North...
Japan offering free connecting domestic flights to Canadians
Canadian travellers booking an international flight to Japan with Japan Airlines (JAL) are eligible for a complimentary domestic flight to any destination within Japan. “This exciting offer represents an opportunity for Canadians to see and experience more of Japan and aligns with JNTO's strategy of easing tourist concentrations in popular areas as well as attracting visitors to lesser-known regions," said Yuka Suzuki, executive director of JNTO’s Toronto office. “This advantage makes it easy for you to explore lesser-known, yet uniquely Japanese places, to experience the...
NYC now issuing 2-for-1 ticket sales for NYC Off-Broadway Week
New York City Tourism + Conventions, the official destination marketing organization and convention and visitors bureau for the five boroughs of New York City, has announced the start of 2-for-1 ticket sales for NYC Off-Broadway Week. This season’s program features 29 Off-Broadway shows, including 16 new participants. The twice-yearly program, now in its 15th year, runs from September 30 through October 13, 2024, with tickets available for purchase at nyctourism.com/offbroadwayweek. “We’re very excited to announce the return of NYC Off-Broadway Week this Fall,...
Dublin’ down: Air Canada – United Airlines racers go for the win
The Air Canada - United Airlines racers were released onto the streets of Dublin in six teams yesterday morning (Sept.23) to compete against each other for the grand prize of a return trip to Ireland, reports Ming Tappin for Travel Press Today. Right from the start, a sense of competitiveness filled the air as teams huddled to select their team names and discuss strategies on how to win the race. Thirty travel advisors, the Air Canada and United Airlines team, and media members emerged as The Blarney Bunch II, Dublin Dashers, Lucky’s Revenge, The Shamrock Squad, Wilde Croissants...
VisitBritain workshop unpacks new digital ETA entry pass
There was plenty of new product news at the recent VisitBritain workshop for travel advisors in Vancouver, but one item in particular grabbed the interest of many attending agents. Just announced is the introduction of an Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) digital document, which will soon be available for use by Canadians (plus other nationalities) who are planning travel to the UK. ETAs are being introduced as part of the transformation and digitization of the UK border, says a British government statement. “They will enable a more efficient customer experience and cement...
On Your Mark, Get Set for Air Canada – United Airlines Race in Dublin, Ireland
18 years after its debut, the highly-anticipated Air Canada - United Airlines Race will take place in Dublin, Ireland this week. 15 Canadian and 15 American travel advisors will embark on a fun-filled learning adventure and friendly competition in the UNESCO City of Literature, home to world-famous writers James Joyce, Oscar Wilde, and George Barnard Shaw, to name a few, reports Ming Tappin, who’s participating in the event for Travel Press Today. The first Air Canada Race took place in 2006 in the Lower Mainland, British Columbia, where travel advisors competed in a car rally from...
Northern Ireland takes aim at ‘significant growth’ from Canada
Northern Ireland’s Economy Minister, Conor Murphy was in Toronto this week (Sept. 19) to meet with the Canadian travel trade, telling the group during his visit that “there are a huge number of great reasons for Canadian travellers to include the north of Ireland in their future travel plans.” During the roundtable discussion session, Minister Murphy received input and feedback from top executives from Goway, WestJet, Royal Irish Tours (RIT), Merit Travel Golf Vacations, Flight Centre, TTC Tour Brands, Travel Leaders Network, Air Canada, Air Canada Vacations and Golf Away...