Destinations
Royal Caribbean Predicts Big Increase in Caribbean Business
Royal Caribbean International is predicting that its Caribbean cruise tourism business will grow by 50% by 2030, with overall economic benefit of cruise reaching US$6 billion. President and Chief Executive Officer Michael Bayley told a recent Caribbean Tourism Organization (CTO) outlook forum that with the region continuing to grow in popularity among cruisers – eight of the top 10 cruise destinations worldwide are in the Caribbean, he said – now is the time to prepare for further increases in cruise passenger numbers. “The Caribbean was, is, will always be, the number one...
MSC Reveals New Island Experiences
This November MSC Cruises will welcome its first guests on to its new private island destination in The Bahamas, Ocean Cay MSC Marine Reserve. With endless sweeping vistas of crystal blue waters and two miles of white sandy beaches, Ocean Cay is the ideal getaway for guests to discover nature’s pure, untouched beauty through a variety of activities designed for all ages. From ocean discovery activities like snorkeling, stand-up paddle boarding and kayaking to relaxing in a cabana on the beach or during a luxurious spa treatment, there is something for everyone. Guests can also enjoy...
Goway Recognized At Switzerland Travel Mart
Goway Travel was one of the big winners at Switzerland Tourism’s Gold Flower Award ceremony, held in Lucerne last night (Oct. 20) ahead of the opening ceremony for Switzerland Travel Mart. The awards, which take place every two years in conjunction with Switzerland Tourism’s most important travel trade event, recognize the efforts of top tour operators offering innovative and notable itineraries to the European destination. “Goway has launched numerous new Switzerland itineraries including the Grand Tour of Switzerland by electric cars and by scenic trains,” said Pascal...
Smooth Sailing Ahead For PONANT
Things are looking bright for PONANT Yacht Cruises & Expeditions in 2020 with the addition of two new ships, a new partnership and 42 new itineraries through such destinations such as North America, Europe, Asia and Africa. Officials from PONANT, the only small, luxury cruise line sailing under the French flag, dropped by Toronto yesterday (Oct. 17) as part of a five-city road show to update the trade on all that's new at the luxury line. PONANT currently operates a fleet of nine ships and has two new Explorer ships coming onboard next year – Le Bellot and Le Jacques Cartier....
Europe Reports Positive Long-Haul Trends
The European Travel Commission, the European Tourism Association (ETOA) and Eurail B.V. published the results of the Long-Haul Travel Barometer (LHTB) for September – December 2019. Findings indicate that Europe is gaining increased attention as a tourism destination from overseas markets for the rest of 2019. The data collected highlights the continued popularity of European destinations among Brazilian, Chinese, Indian and Russian travellers. Despite the US travel sentiment being lower than previous levels, a third of respondents still plan on visiting Europe during the analyzed...
Discover The Undiscovered Med With Globus
In 2020, as part of its new “Undiscovered Mediterranean” series of tours, the Globus family of brands is inviting travellers to discover off-the-beaten-path destinations along the Mediterranean, including some of the world’s most picturesque places. Here are 6 “Undiscovered” places throughout Italy, Greece, Montenegro and Slovenia to discover – and overnight in – on tour with Globus and its value-brand sister company Cosmos. These are secluded seaside towns worth a deep dive: Itea, Greece -- 14-day Southern Italy & Greece (new) Paros, Greece -- 8-Day Greek...
Another Perfect Day For Royal Caribbean
Royal Caribbean has announced that Lelepa, Vanuatu in the South Pacific will be the home of its newest private island destination – Perfect Day at Lelepa, Vanuatu. Vanuatu’s Prime Minister, Charlot Salwai, and Royal Caribbean International President and CEO Michael Bayley unveiled the details. Salwai and Bayley said the destination will be created in partnership with the community of Vanuatu to showcase the distinct natural ecological beauty and diverse local culture of the island nation as well as provide employment and education opportunities. Perfect Day at Lelepa will...
Gomez New Canadian Director for Cuba Tourism
The Cuba Tourism Board has named Lessner Gomez director of the Cuba Tourist Board in Toronto. With over 25 years of experience in the travel industry, Lessner is looking forward to working closely with all of Cuba’s travel partners and the continued strengthening of relationships with Canadian tour operators, travel advisors, hotel partners and travel media to help achieve the mutual goal of increasing the number of Canadian visitors to Cuba. “The Canadian market has always been very important for Cuba, but now more than ever it is a priority, my priority,” said Gomez. “I...