Destinations
WestJet Welcomes Summer With New Schedule
WestJet has released details of its updated July schedule, designed to Canadians the chance to enjoy some summer travel while economically supporting communities across the country in safely reopening travel and domestic tourism. As well, WestJet has added flights to select U.S. markets. And to ensure guests can book with confidence, the airline maintains its stringent Safety Above All hygiene program and continues to provide flexibility in booking, change and cancellation policies. WestJet’s chief commercial officer, Arved von zur Muehlen said that the newly released schedule...
It’s Time To Travel Again
The Global Business Travel Association (GBTA) is welcoming the European Commission’s efforts to coordinate Europe’s re-opening with its recently released guidelines on how to safely resume travel to the Schengen area. However, the GBTA notes that despite the recommendation to gradually start reopening external borders as of 1 July, the travel sector fears that EU countries may continue to act unilaterally, leading to the patchwork of rules and confusion already being experienced with the re-opening of Europe’s internal borders this month. GBTA’s CEO, Scott Solombrino said...
TIABC, Key Partners Pen Letter To Government
In a letter to B.C. Premier John Horgan, TIABC and a number of its local and national partners stressed the importance of a cooperative approach between the federal and provincial governments to take immediate steps to coordinate and facilitate the restart of Canada's tourism and travel sector. The letter was signed by TIABC, Canadian Gaming Association, BC Chamber of Commerce, Greater Vancouver Board of Trade, Canadian Chamber of Commerce, International Air Transport Association, InnVest Hotels, Marriott Hotels of Canada/Marriott International, Tourism Toronto, Toronto Board of Trade,...
Connecting The Caribbean
World Bank Director for the Caribbean, Tahseen Sayed has penned a noteworthy opinion piece on the importance of air travel for the Caribbean region, observing at one point that “improvements in the air transportation sector will help meet the future flow of travelers, whether visiting family, coming for business, or to enjoy the sun, sea and sand of the Caribbean.” Sayed writes: “Living in the time of COVID-19 has underscored how difficult it is to maintain our distance. Many of us are longing for a time when we can feel comfortable to reconnect with our family and friends and...
Last Chance To Win With Hong Kong
The Hong Kong Tourism Board is reminding travel agents that a contest that offers those who become a Hong Kong Specialist now a chance to win one of five $200 gift cards closes on June 17. "Learn more to earn more!," the tourism board advises agents. The Hong Kong Tourism Board is working with PartnerNet on the contest. Advantages cited by the Hong Kong Tourism Board of becoming a specialist include: Equipping yourself to promote Hong Kong and build your business Studying at your own pace and monitoring your progress at a click Keeping abreast of industry news on PartnerNet ...
Join The Movement With #timetotravel
The Canadian Travel & Tourism Roundtable has sent an open letter -- signed by 130 senior travel and tourism executives -- to Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau and the provincial Premiers urging them to reopen this country’s travel and tourism industry as soon as possible. The letter begins by telling the country’s leaders: “As a society, we have faced a threat like no other, COVID-19. And we are still dealing with it. Under the leadership of our governments, we agreed to implement tough decisions to protect our health and safety. We shut down our schools, our businesses, and...
Quintana Roo Kickstarting Tourism
Mexico's hugely popular Caribbean-fronting state of Quintana Roo is kickstarting its tourist trade now that the number of coronavirus cases in the jurisdiction is on a downward swing. Quintana Roo Tourism Board director Dario Flota told a Thursday webinar that current "low numbers" of coronavirus cases in the state prompted authorities to decide that it's "safe to reopen" to tourism. Coronavirus concerns led authorities earlier this year to ask would-be tourists to delay their vacations, saying "Paradise Can Wait." Flota said widespread safety precautions are being taken...
Tourism Vancouver Launching New Campaign
Tourism Vancouver is set to launch #VancouverComeBack, an initiative designed to inspire residents of Metro Vancouver to begin safely exploring their communities in line with the phases of the BC Restart Plan. The new campaign will spotlight the crucial role residents play in supporting the many local businesses that make up the city’s tourism industry. #VancouverComeBack is a celebration of the resilience of the city and region as citizens have navigated the coronavirus pandemic to flatten the curve. The campaign aims to unite locals with the spirit of travel and encourages Metro...