Destinations
CTM Goes Virtual In 2021
The Caribbean Travel Marketplace is going virtual in 2021. The marketing event, now in its 39th edition, is traditionally held during January, but due to the impact of the Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic on travel and in-person events, the event will take place in an online environment from May 11-14, 2021. Vanessa Ledesma, acting Director General and CEO of the Caribbean Hotel and Tourism Association (CHTA), which hosts the annual gathering, confirmed that Marketplace organizers are crafting an agenda that will allow participants more time to engage with tour...
Journey Into The History Of US Civil Rights With Trafalgar
To mark the beginning of Black History Month in North America, Trafalgar is launching Journey Along the Civil Rights Trail -- a new itinerary for 2021/2022 which brings to life the struggles and triumphs, music and milestones, legends and heroes of the US Civil Rights Movement. Trafalgar’s new itinerary highlights the significant events and acknowledges the people and icons involved in the ongoing fight for equality and freedom while enjoying the music, art and hospitality synonymous with America’s Southern states. The trip focuses on the pioneers of the period, particularly...
Real Life Stories On Louisiana’s Civil Rights Trail
Louisiana Lieutenant Governor Billy Nungesser and the Louisiana Office of Tourism launched the Louisiana Civil Rights Trail and LouisianaCivilRightsTrail.com last week. The Louisiana Civil Rights Trail brings together the events of the 1950s and 1960s that placed the state of Louisiana at the center of the national Civil Rights Movement and narrates the compelling stories and experiences of the people who dedicated themselves and their lives to making civil rights real in Louisiana. Lieutenant Governor Billy Nungesser observed at the launch that: “Louisiana is a state known for...
Interest In Travel Remains High, Huddle Session Told
There is good news and bad news for Florida's tourist trade these days when it comes to the Canadian market, reports Press Today’s Ian Stalker. Visit Florida's Jacob Prewitt Yancey told viewers during this week’s Florida Huddle tourism show that interest in travel remains high among Canadians, welcome news for Florida, which traditionally hosts large numbers of Canadians. Pewitt Yancey told those watching his presentation during the virtual show that a recent Expedia survey suggested Canadians now value vacations more than ever, while a Conference Board of Canada survey...
Hear The HeartBeats On Jamaica’s New Microsite
Jamaica, has launched a Wedding and Romance microsite, aptly named My Heart Beats JA. Housed in the Jamaica Tourist Board (JTB) website, the microsite is a repository of all things love, providing solutions and options for anyone on the romance journey under the categories: Romantic Getaways, Getting Engaged and I Do. Content across the microsite addresses consumer trends, including more intimate or even private destination weddings, and a growing number of couples identifying and seeking opportunities for romantic escapes. Jamaica is strategically aligned to meet those needs,...
Making The Pivot
As VISIT FLORIDA gears up to host its first virtual Florida Huddle this week, its president and CEO, Dana Young sat down with Canadian Travel Press to talk about how the Sunshine State has been talk about the path the tourism organization has been travelling during the global pandemic. At one point during the conversation, Young told CTP that: “The COVID-19 pandemic has tested our industry like never before, but Florida tourism is no stranger to crisis. From hurricanes, to red tide, to oil spills, to terrorist attacks, we’ve seen it all, and it’s only made us stronger. We are a...
Time To Register For Destination France
Atout France Canada is gearing up for its annual trade show for tourism professionals, Destination France which will be held from Feb. 22 to Feb. 25. Along with its partners, Atout France is looking forward to meeting with travel agents and tour operators during this 100% virtual event, that will feature an engaging, beneficial and convivial program, focused on a safe return to international travel in 2022. Mélanie Paul-Hus, director of the tourism development agency of France in Canada, observed: “It is essential to keep in touch, remind ourselves of the many wonders of France...
From The Bahamas With Love
The Bahamas is gearing up to host two virtual events -- From The Bahamas With Love -- to showcase the vast offerings for romantic escapes throughout the destination. The expo will bring together industry leaders, partners, hotels, venues and services for a truly unique and educational experience for trade and consumer participants. The virtual events will kick off on Wed., March 3, 2021 (from 1 pm to 4 pm EST), with an afternoon planned specifically for trade professionals, including travel agents and event planners. The second day will be held on Wed., March 10, 2021 (from 4 pm...