Destinations
Hawks Cay Calls On Canadians
Florida Keys resident and Montreal transplant Sheldon Suga is hoping for snow in the forecast. “We hope you have a really cold winter,” the VP managing director for Hawks Cay Resort said last night (Oct. 28) from the 54th floor of the private dining room at Canoe restaurant. “When the weather drops, there's a surge of interest in our resort.” The 60-acre Florida Keys property on Duck Key Island underwent a US$50 million renovation last year in the wake of Hurricane Irma, which Suga said gave them the opportunity to modernize the 177 room resort. Suga said the resort prides...
Griffith Leaving BTMI
William 'Billy' Griffith is leaving his post as CEO of Barbados Tourism Marketing Inc. effective Dec. 31, 2019, giving BTMI an opportunity to recruit a new leader and ensure a smooth transition as his contract comes to an end. Chairman of the Board, Sunil Chatrani, thanked Griffith for his significant contribution to the organization since its inception in 2014 and wished him the best in his future endeavours. Chatrani added that the search for a new CEO will commence immediately as the organization transitions into a public/private sector partnership (PPP). Speaking on his...
Fabulous Fam For Flanders Contest Winner
Michele Fabian from Northstar Travel & Associates in Kitchener, ON was the lucky winner of the Flanders contest that captured a wide interest across the Canada this summer. Fabian embarked on a one week FAM to Flanders in October. She was truly surprised by the extent and quality of experiences in the destination. The FAM trip took guests from Mechelen, Ghent, Bruges, Antwerp and Brussels. Participants saw famous squares and plazas like the Grand Place in Brussels (see photo), Flemish artwork from the Northern Renaissance and enjoyed exquisite cuisines and Belgian...
WestJet Connects Vancouver And Cranbrook
WestJet's regional air service, WestJet Link celebrated the expansion of its services following its inaugural flight between the airline's hub in Vancouver and Cranbrook, B.C. Brian Znotins, WestJet vice-president network planning and alliances, said: “Guests now have better access and more convenient options for travel to and from the interior of British Columbia. Whether travelling for business or leisure, this new route gives guests the option to connect through our hub in Vancouver to destinations across our global network, including London U.K. on our Dreamliner." Since its...
The Palm Beaches – Not Just For The Rich & Famous
With the fourth wealthiest zip code in the country according to Bloomberg's 2019 Ultimate Zip Codes report based on IRS data, it's no surprise that Palm Beach, Florida continues to be associated as a destination for the rich and famous, reports assistant editor Ann Ruppenstein in this week's Travel Courier Digital edition. Rod Stewart, Howard Stern, Celine Dion and James Patterson are just a few of the celebrities who have homes in the area and then there's also the infamous Mar-a-Lago property owned by Donald Trump. As she continued to ramble off the list of A-listers and real...
Universal’s ‘Bourne Stuntacular’ to Debut in Spring
Universal Orlando Resort has revealed that The Bourne Stuntacular will debut at Universal Studios Florida in spring 2020. According to officials, the cutting-edge live-action stunt show based on Universal Pictures’ blockbuster Bourne film franchise will blur the lines between stage and cinema in a hybrid form of entertainment that has never been seen before. The Bourne Stuntacular will follow the character of Jason Bourne around the globe as sinister characters pursue him. Everything fans have come to expect from the action-packed Bourne film franchise – thrilling chase scenes,...
Globus Puts the Spotlight on Off-Season Europe
The Globus family of brands is inviting travellers to discover the “other” sun this winter with an array of vacation packages in Southern Europe. Best of all, note officials, the “slow” season in Spain, Portugal, Italy and Greece combine daytime average temperatures in the mid-teens Celsius, off-season savings and fewer crowds. To this end, Globus has introduced its Escapes programs, offering a selection of 45 tours throughout Europe from under $130 per day (airfare not included). Eight of the tours feature Italy – including one dedicated to Sicily – while five others...
Crash Hotel Launches In Downtown Squamish
Crash Hotel Squamish, a new, independent boutique hotel has launched in the heart of downtown Squamish, delivering a completely out-of-the-ordinary energized hotel experience. Featuring 27 custom Squamish-inspired rooms, Crash Hotel promises travellers a stay that is as unique as they are. A Crash Hotel Squamish room doesn't look like any other in the sea-to-sky corridor. Chad Hubbs, general mManager of Crash Hotel Squamish, said: “Crash Hotel Squamish offers patrons an edgy hotel experience you might find in a major urban center, but with a local flavour. We are a great place to...