Destinations
Agents Can Discover Japan With NARAT
NĀRAT has a “one of a kind Japan” fam taking place during Cherry Blossom season, synonymous with the country’s culture. Ultimate Japan – Cherry Blossom FAM takes place March 27 to April 7, 2020 and the 12-day specialty educational program introduces travel agents to the essence of Japan, in midst of Sakura season, in Tokyo, Kyoto, Kobe, Nagoya, Himeji, Mt. Fuji, Nara, Hakone and Osaka, among other leading locations. Travel agents explore futuristic and traditional Tokyo, learn about Anime, sample authentic Japanese sushi, visit ancient castles, 1,000-year temples with Zen...
Chicago Sees Record-Breaking Tourism Growth
Canadian travellers to Chicago increased by 8% last year, rising from 485,000 to 524,000 visitors, says Choose Chicago. And that’s just a small slice of the international picture. Chicago also realized growth in nine of its 11 priority markets, welcoming 2.2 million international visitors, an increase of 4.9% over the previous year. Canada was Chicago’s third fastest growing international market in 2018, followed only by the United Kingdom (15.2%) and India (8.9%). In 2018, Chicago welcomed 58.3 million visitors overall, an increase of 3.1 million visitors from 2017. Of those,...
Whistler Festival Celebrates Food and Drink
Cornucopia returns to Whistler, BC Nov. 7-17 with signature events designed to “please every taste bud, whet every appetite and quench every thirst” over the 11-day fall festival. After 2018’s successful inaugural event at Audain Art Museum, Abstract returns this year with a new theme Abstract: Warhol Factory Party. The museum will be transformed into a new space inspired by the renowned Warhol Factory and guests are encouraged to dress in “Creative Cocktail” attire as the evening will include art, entertainment, dancing, food and drink. Also new to the Cornucopia scene,...
AC Introducing Year-Round Montreal-Bogotá Service
Air Canada will introduce new year-round service between Montreal and Bogotá, Colombia beginning June 2, 2020. Flights will operate three times weekly onboard Air Canada Rouge Boeing 767-300ER aircraft offering a choice of premium and economy service. Special introductory fares start from $795 round-trip, all in, and tickets are now available for purchase. “We are very pleased to offer the only non-stop, year-round flights connecting Montreal and Bogotá, two vibrant cities steeped in history and culture. This new route complements our existing Toronto-Bogotá service, and...
Discovering Palm Beach County
The senior director, leisure travel industry sales for Florida's Discover the Palm Beaches – the tourism promotion body for Atlantic Ocean-facing Palm Beach County – says the jurisdiction's 39 communities can accommodate those who enjoy being in the water and those who prefer being on land. Erick Garnica told a Wednesday Toronto gathering that the community of Jupiter has “waters that are amazing” and will be appreciated by those who enjoy scuba diving and snorkelling. Jupiter offers many eco-activities, he added. The county in total has 47 miles of beaches. Palm Beach...
Over The Moon In Jamaica
“Go, Annie, go!” It’s late afternoon in September as a few dozen guests of Half Moon resort in Jamaica are gathered beachside to cheer on the 242 baby Hawksbill turtles clumsily making their way towards the Caribbean Sea one tiny step at a time – frequently and adorably colliding into each other in the process. Assisting the release is beach attendant Dwain, who has created a runway between two long mounds of sand to make it easier for the critically endangered sea turtles to follow the path down the shore. “We believe these turtles deserve to come back in the ocean,”...
Spotlight on Korea
Agents are invited to attend a free webinar next Tuesday (September 24) at 1 p.m. (EST). Taken from an agent perspective, the How to Sell Korea webinar will cover the most frequently asked questions about the destination and how to position Korea in your sales strategy. You'll be able to get first-hand information on how to up-sell your clients and make more commission. Next Tuesday's webinar will be presented by Randy Snape, National Marketing Manager, and will be hosted by Dan McDonald of Baxter Media. The first 40 agents to register and attend the webinar will receive a $10...
China Eastern Makes Asia Incredible
China Eastern Airlines wants Canadian travel agents to know everything about its network between North America and Asia. Seven gateways in North America with Toronto and Vancouver gateways in Canada Currently, China Eastern Airlines has seven gateways in North America: Toronto and Vancouver in Canada as well as New York, Chicago,Los Angeles, San Francisco and Honolulu in US. Five hubs in China: The airline's main hub is located in Shanghai with four other secondary hubs in Beijing, Kunming, Xi'an and Qingdao in China. An extensive network of Asia: The carrier offers service to...