Destinations
Wellness is all part of experience
For a Hawai‘i visit with a difference, travellers can opt for the lesser-known island of Lanai – home to the new Four Seasons Hotel Lanai at Koele, A Sensei Retreat. It started accepting reservations as of Nov. 1 and beyond, with a focus exclusively on wellness retreats. The new adults-only, all-inclusive resort offers comprehensive and customizable wellness programs tailored to individual needs. It has partnered with Sensei, the wellness company founded by Larry Ellison and Dr. David Agus, plus Chef Nobu Matsuhisa. Together, they have created “an extraordinary level of wellness,...
A little luxury at Halepuna Waikiki
Honolulu’s newest luxury boutique hotel opened in the fall on the site of the former Waikiki Parc Hotel. The fully re-imagined property debuted after a year of renovations as the Halepuna Waikiki by Halekulani. It encompasses 284 guest rooms, four suites, the first ever Halekulani Bakery and Restaurant, a full-service all-day casual dining concept, a dramatic eighth-floor pool deck and bar, and a fitness studio and hospitality lounge. The Halepuna, or “House of Welcoming Waters,” was inspired by its neighboring sister property Halekulani. After a multi-million-dollar...
Sheraton Maui transformed
The Sheraton Maui Resort & Spa has just finished the second phase of a property transformation with a multimillion-dollar renovation of its lobby. The renovated space welcomes guests with a new lobby bar and café, lounge and reception area in an open-air setting. This is designed to invite the outdoors in with an expansive lanai and viewing deck, offering panoramic views of Kaanapali Beach. Renovations also included a new family game room on the lower lobby level. The resort completed renovation work on its 508 guestrooms and suites in July 2018. Room accommodations feature...
Kayak Kauai
A new kayak and snorkeling tour by Kayak Kauai will give guests the chance to paddle a sea kayak along the south shore coast of Kauai, to experience iconic sights and get the chance to possibly see whales. On the new Poipu Whale Watch and Snorkel Tour, clients will reach scenic attractions like the Spouting Horn, the remote Lawai Valley, the Nomilu Pond and the cove of Wahiawa. In doing so, they will paddle sea paths taken by early Polynesians and whaling captains. Winter is the season for humpback whales and they are often the highlight of the kayak voyage. While breaching...
Swoop Launches Winnipeg-Puerto Vallarta Service
Low-fare carrier Swoop, a subsidiary of WestJet Airlines Ltd., has launched its inaugural flight from Winnipeg to Puerto Vallarta, Mexico. It is Swoop’s second route from Winnipeg to Mexico, offering travellers the choice to vacation on the beaches of Puerto Vallarta and Los Cabos from Manitoba’s capital. Having just launched a series of new routes from YWG, including Fort Lauderdale, Tampa Bay and Las Vegas, Winnipeggers have a total of nine destinations through Swoop’s year-round and seasonal operations. “Our route map is constantly expanding, working towards our mission...
Discover Europe With TravelBrands
TravelBrands has unveiled its latest stay programs in Europe and travel agents who book these products by Dec. 20, 2019 will earn 5,000 Loyalty Rewards points. “Our long stays programs give travellers the ability to visit a city or country for extended period of time at an affordable cost.” says Nathalie Tanious, senior vice president, TravelBrands. “These packages can be customized to meet every traveller’s needs. From their departure gateway to what type of accommodation works best for them, TravelBrands works with each travel agency to ensure their clients get the best trip...
Carnival Kicks Off San Diego Winter Sailing Season
Carnival Cruise Line returned to the Port of San Diego recently to launch a winter schedule of three- to 15-day voyages aboard Carnival Miracle, marking the line’s first departure from the port in seven years. The cruise schedule began with a seven-day sailing to the Mexican Riviera, and features a range of durations and destinations, including: three-day weekend getaways visiting Ensenada Dec. 27 and Jan. 3; five-day voyages departing Dec. 22 and Jan. 12 that spend two days in Cabo San Lucas; a four-day New Year's Baja Mexico cruise featuring Catalina Island and Ensenada departing...
Cuba Tops The Million Mark
The Cuba Tourist Board is celebrating these days, reporting that the destination has now officially welcomed over a million Canadian visitors over the course of the 2019 travel season. Following in the foot steps of a very strong 2018, the confirmation of the incredible accomplishment came on Dec. 4, the exact day as last years 1,000,000 Canadian arrivals achievement was met. “Coming off of the highly anticipated Havana 500 celebrations, there is a heightened excitement and energy in the air,” said Lessner Gomez, Director of the Cuba Tourist Board. “We are both excited and...