Destinations
Trinidad and Tobago’s food and music festival in T.O. saw record crowds
Toronto’s largest Trinidad and Tobago Food and Music Festival returned in a new location in the heart of the city at Nathan Phillips Square last weekend, drawing bigger crowds than ever. More than40,000 revellers came out to the third annual Trinbago Toronto Festival hosted Sept. 7 and 8 to enjoy non-stop live music, sample delicious food, shop local products, and get inspired to plan future visits to Trinidad and Tobago. The event was co-presented by the Tobago Tourism Agency Limited (TTAL) and Trinidad Tourism Limited (TTL), under the auspices of the Consulate General of the Republic...
Los Cabos is getting more direct flights from Canada this fall/winter
Los Cabos invites Canadian travellers to bask in its sun-drenched beauty, with pristine beaches and breathtaking landscapes awaiting those seeking an ideal getaway. This fall/winter season, Los Cabos will see an increase in direct flights, making it easier than ever for Canadians to enjoy an exceptional escape filled with luxury, adventure, and relaxation. Airline lift from Canada According to the Los Cabos Tourism Board, airline seat capacity from Canada is projected to reach 1.24 million for the remainder of the year, reflecting a three per cent increase over the same period in...
Visit Orlando brings Sunshine Tour to Ottawa, Montreal
Visit Orlando is bringing the Orlando Canadian Sunshine Tour to Ottawa (Oct. 9) and Montreal (Oct. 10) this fall. Back for a second year, the Orlando Canadian Sunshine Tour aims to connect travel agents, tour operators and other industry stakeholders with key Orlando partners to showcase what’s new and undiscovered in The Theme Park Capital of the World. The event will feature interactive sessions and networking opportunities, providing travel advisors with hands-on trip planning experiences that capture the essence of an Orlando vacation — from world-renowned theme parks and...
Aqua Expeditions is launching a new ship in East Africa in 2025
Aqua Expeditions is set to expand its fleet in 2025, with new sailings in the Seychelles and Zanzibar, Tanzania. Inaugural departures are slated for December 2025, with four different itineraries ranging from five- to 14-nights. “It has always been a dream of mine to venture into East Africa and explore this part of the world on a luxury expedition ship. I am excited to finally be able to showcase the beauty of the Indian Ocean and the famous Aldabra Atoll. Few travellers have heard of or even seen this magical place that is home to over 150,000 giant tortoises. Considered the...
Antigua & Barbuda launches Black Pineapple Awards for top-selling advisors
The first-ever Antigua and Barbuda Black Pineapple Awards – an initiative that honours and celebrates the outstanding achievements of hard-working travel agents from around the world – is set to take place from Dec. 6 to 8, 2024, in Antigua and Barbuda. The event, organized by the Antigua and Barbuda Tourism Authority and the Antigua and Barbuda Ministry of Tourism, will bring together over a hundred top-producing travel professionals globally (25 from Canada), for an exclusive celebration in the stunning twin-island paradise. Named after the unique and delicious Antigua...
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...