Destinations
The Bahamas Still Rockin’
Bahamas Minister of Tourism & Aviation Dionisio D’Aguilar called an unscheduled second press conference during the 38th annual Caribbean Travel Marketplace at Baha Mar’s Performing Arts and Convention Centre to share the good news that 2019 was a record breaking year on many levels for the destination, reports PressToday's Ann Ruppenstein, who is attending the annual event. “It is with great pride we report that The Islands of The Bahamas has exceeded a record breaking seven million visitors in 2019, our strongest tourism numbers in history. This is a tremendous...
Silversea Opens Sales on New Grand Voyage
Silversea Cruises has opened general sales on a new 59-day grand voyage in the Mediterranean. The Grand Voyage Mediterranean 2021 will link unique, immersive experiences across the region, showcasing historic cultures, old-world charm and spectacular landscapes. Between Sept. 8 and Nov. 5, 2021, Silversea’s guests will journey deep into 45 destinations in 17 countries, travelling aboard the line's recently refurbished Silver Shadow. Following an overnight call in Venice, guests travelling aboard the Grand Voyage Mediterranean 2021 will journey through the terracotta-tiled towns of...
Huntsville Launches ‘Winter Wonders Travel Package’
Anyone looking for a classic Canadian getaway may want to take advantage of the “Winter Wonders Travel Package” now being offered by tourism businesses in Huntsville, Muskoka, Ont. Visitors who book a minimum of two nights at participating accommodations in Huntsville for a stay between Jan. 24 and March 12 can then register to receive one of 250 packages consisting of free gas and cash vouchers to redeem at more than 50 participating attractions, restaurants and shops. Specifically, visitors who: Book a minimum two-night, mid-week stay (Monday-Thursday) get a $50 gas card and...
‘Jamaica, Heartbeat of the World’
The Jamaica Tourist Board has unveiled new brand positioning, “JAMAICA, Heartbeat of the World,” designed to recognize the Caribbean nation's “outsized influence on the world.” The initiative was unveiled at this week's Caribbean Travel Marketplace. According to officials, Heartbeat of the World extends beyond tourism and encompasses all elements of Jamaica’s rich and vibrant culture including music, cuisine, sports, adventure, nature, and wellness. “We are excited to launch ‘Heartbeat of the World,’ which reinforces our position as a global leader among travel...
Sun Princess Returns to Kangaroo Island
Princess Cruises' 2,000-guest Sun Princess became the first cruise ship to return to Australia's Kangaroo Island this past weekend as a show of support for the local community that begins the recovery from the impact of the recent bushfire disaster. South Australian Premier Steven Marshall and Kangaroo Island’s community leaders and firefighters along with Princess Cruises senior vice-president Asia Pacific Stuart Allison were on hand as Sun Princess anchored off Penneshaw. Princess guests came ashore on tender vessels and fanned out on a range of tours by local operators while...
Finding Pura Vida In Costa Rica
Gliding across the water as the imposing Arenal Volcano comes into focus, Elidier Rojas of Pedal Board Costa Rica turns and shouts, “You can jump in if you want,” writes assistant editor, Ann Ruppenstein in this week's cover story in Travel Courier. Picture a stand-up paddleboard with handles for balance that’s propelled forward by a stepping mechanism instead of a paddle, and you’ve got a pedal board. While we’d been attempting to meticulously maneuver the devices on the large lake to avoid unintentionally getting soaked in the wake of motorboats, the owner of the family-run...
Tokyo 2020: This is the Year to Visit!
Agents are invited to attend an exciting and vibrant webinar next Tuesday (Jan. 28) at 1 p.m. (EST). Agents who attend the full duration of the webinar will be given a chance to win one of four $50 prepaid Visa cards. Tokyo continues to astound visitors with the sheer diversity of attractions and activities. Under the umbrella of Tokyo's slogan "Old Meets New," visitors can immerse themselves in cityscapes of defining architecture, shopping, art galleries, fashion, people watching, major attractions, gastronomy, beautiful parks and neighbourhoods. But venturing beyond the city...
Caribbean Travel Marketplace Heats Up In The Bahamas
In a first for Caribbean Travel Marketplace, The Caribbean Hotel and Tourism Association (CHTA) has introduced a pilot program for a group of leading travel agents to take part in the conference which kicks off today at Baha Mar's Performing Arts and Convention Centre, reports Press Today's assistant editor, Ann Ruppenstein, who's attending this year's show. Although the top Caribbean-selling travel advisors are from the US, CHTA president Patricia Affonso-Dass told PressToday the association is exploring ways to broaden hoteliers’ reach into the travel agent community and that trade...