Destinations
Hong Kong: The Right Recovery Strategy
GlobalData says that Hong Kong’s tourism recovery strategy could be successful following the destination’s tourism chief, Dane Cheng saying that tourism will be returning back to normality in July and the destination will be focusing on attracting mainland visitors and new markets. Amber Barnes, travel and tourism analyst at GlobalData, observed that: “China is a dominant source market for Hong Kong, accounting for 77% of arrivals in 2019. Focusing marketing efforts on this source market will also boost tourism numbers and allow Hong Kong decrease its recovery...
Destination Canada Says: Help Save our Summer
In a message to the Canadian tourism industry, Destination Canada’s chair of the board, Ben Cowan-Dewar writes that: “In the past weeks, we have heard from you with many of our veteran industry peers describing the hardest weeks of their careers — budget and resource cuts, sudden and drastic loss of business and uncertainty about the future. Collectively, we have never faced anything like this.” And he continues: “While there are many unknowns, a few things remain clear. We know that the actions of Canadians over the next few weeks are critical to determining how and...
360-Degree Tours of the Czech Republic Available
Getting a little tired of self-isolation and ready to get out without leaving the comfort of home? How about a tour of the Czech Republic? From Czech Tourism: Dear Friends of the Czech Republic, “Our hearts are with the world right now. We understand the importance of staying home and staying safe. The one thing we hope to add to your inbox right now is a little bit of light and a chance to virtually “visit” some of the Czech Republic. We hope you enjoy some of these sights and stories through your screens, and look forward to welcoming you back in person when the time...
Antigua, Barbuda Share ‘Messages in the Sand’
Antigua and Barbuda is spreading words of encouragement and kindness around the world, by writing messages in the sand, aimed at uplifting persons around the world during the coronavirus pandemic. The inspiring messages will be written on some of Antigua and Barbuda’s renowned 365 sandy beaches. Launched by the Antigua and Barbuda Tourism Authority, the “Messages in the Sand” imagery aims to bring a slice of Antigua and Barbuda’s tranquillity to everyone’s home. The first message in the sand, “Stay Safe” was written on the shore of Antigua’s Fort James beach on March...
Stay Home Today, #TravelTomorrow
“By staying home today, we can travel tomorrow,” that’s the message from the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO). Using the hashtag #TravelTomorrow, the UNWTO is sending out a message of solidarity and hope, and calling for shared responsibility among travellers and the tourism sector around the world to deal with the COVID-19 coronavirus pandemic. Discovering different cultures, practicing solidarity and respect, caring for the environment, continuing to learn, fostering decent work, development and sustainability and generating new opportunities for all are the core values...
COVID-19: Restaurants, Your BDMs And Lots More
Canadian BDMs have a message for agents: Sit back, relax and feel the glow because your BDMs across Canada have a message for travel agents here. BDMs from 15 supplier companies -- Transat, Uplift, Royal Caribbean, Celebrity, Princess, Cunard, NCL, Hurtigruten, WestJet, Carnival, Insight, Canlink, Goway, Palace Resorts and Trafalgar -- joined forces to thank agents for their support during these difficult times and make it clear that they're there for them now and when the crisis has passed. And each of the BDMs also told agents to stay well, stay safe, stay home ... and, of...
Sustainable Style
Selling travel might be slow now, but it won’t always be. During this downtime, take the opportunity to learn about new destinations and resorts, like Club Med Miches, writes Ashley Rochefort in this week’s issue of Travel Courier. A newly built property in an undiscovered region of the Dominican Republic, Club Med Miches offers luxury accommodations, leading-edge sustainability practices, and pristine beaches. When travel restrictions are finally lifted, you’ll be ready to offer your clients the perfect Caribbean getaway. On the surface, Club Med’s new Miches Playa...
Trade Invited To Celebrate Passover With Israel
The Israel Government Tourist Office (IGTO) is proud to announce that #VisitIsrael in North America will be hosting its first ever "ZoomOver" Passover Seder for the travel trade -- Next Year in Person, Next Year in #Jerusalem on April 7 at 1:30PM or PST/4:30PM EST. The event is open to all faiths and backgrounds, with special VIP guest participants from all around the tourism industry. Please join Eyal Carlin, mastermind Chad Martin, Yael Golan, Jill Daly, Gal Hana and Jerry Adler for this fun, uplifting and inclusive event. The Jews wandered for 40 years in the desert...