Destinations
Work From Home … In Bermuda
As working from home appears to have become the norm right now and perhaps long into the future due to the ongoing global pandemic, professionals are on the hunt for quality destinations where they can work remotely for an extended time. And what better place to do that than Bermuda. The island’s Work From Bermuda Certificate program allows travellers 18 years of age and older to move to the island for a year while working remotely. And the program also includes the ability to travel back and forth seamlessly. The application fee us US$263 per person and there is now a special...
US Virgin Islands Unveils Prescreening Portal
The U.S. Virgin Islands Department of Tourism has launched of phase one of a new online portal that will prescreen and assist with the certification process of all travelers prior to their arrival in the Territory. The goal is to reduce the spread of Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19). The U.S. Virgin Islands Travel Screening Portal facilitates pre-arrival processing, thereby improving efficiency, reducing delays, and providing a more seamless traveller experience. The development process will next integrate mobile optimization for the portal, followed by a hybrid mobile...
PATA Unveils Virtual Travel Mart Dates
PATA has announced that the Virtual PATA Travel Mart (PTM) 2020 will take place from Sept. 23 to Sept. 27, 2020. Virtual PTM is a business-to-business travel contracting and virtual networking event that both mirrors and enhances the features of the long-standing PTM, which boasts over four decades of experience in connecting qualified international buyers and sellers from all of Asia and the Pacific region though pre-matched business appointments. Furthermore, Virtual PTM offers cost-effective seller booth fees at significantly below market rates. PATA CEO Dr. Mario Hardy said:...
TravelBrands Customizes Canada
Through its Exotik Journeys brand, TravelBrands has created a diverse program showcasing itineraries, experiences, stays and more throughout all of Canada. Frank DeMarinis, CEO, TravelBrands, observed that: “Now more than ever, Canadians are looking to travel closer to home. We have created wonderful trip ideas and sourced Canadian-based travel products ideal for any traveller.” And DeMarinis continued: “No matter your interests or budget, there is a Canadian getaway right for you. Following all safety guidelines, these trips are perfect to take this year. As Canadians, we can...
Transat Expanding To 40 Destinations For Winter Season
Transat A.T. Inc. unveiled details of the destinations it will be offering travellers as of Nov. 1, 2020, strengthening its overall program since gradually resuming its operations on July 23. At the height of the season, Air Transat plans to operate flights to more than 40 destinations in the Caribbean, Mexico, Central and South America, the United States, Europe and Canada. A selection of South and Europe packages featuring more than 320 dream hotels will also be offered. And to help travellers plan their getaways with peace of mind, Transat is presenting even more...
Brand USA Charts Its Path Forward
In a message to Brand USA’s partners, the organization’s president & CEO, Christopher Thompson offers an update on its recently quarterly Board of Directors meeting where it outlined its paths forward and reinforced its commitment to support the industry through these unprecedented times. Writes Thompson: “As we maintain a state of readiness, we will continue to pursue important objectives to position the United States for a recovery. These objectives include engagement with the international travel trade, organic distribution of inspirational content, assisting partners...
US Travel Calls For Significant, Meaningful Relief
The U.S. Travel Association reacted yesterday to the news of the US GDP’s record plunge with the association’s executive vice-president for public affairs and policy, Tori Emerson Barnes observing: “This morning’s news (July 30) of a 32.9% Q2 contraction is evidence that this economy is not going to be able to make it up off the mat without bold action by Congress to provide significant and meaningful relief.” Emerson Barnes continued: “The travel industry, which helped employ one in 10 Americans last year, has been hit hardest by the economic fallout of the pandemic --...
Getaway With ACV And Destination Greater Victoria
Destination Greater Victoria and Air Canada Vacations are promoting Victoria as a great place for those who want to enjoy some urban life during their vacation and also as a suitable retreat for those eager to experience Mother Nature at the same time. A Thursday webinar saw Nicole Yamamoto of Destination Greater Victoria praise her destination as "one of the most beautiful, historic and iconic cities" in the country, citing the likes of its many boutique shops in the downtown area; the Royal B.C. Museum, which among other things has exhibits telling of the region's Indigenous people;...