Destinations
Riviera Expands Christmas Markets Sailings
Riviera River Cruises has expanded the availability of its popular Christmas markets cruises for December, with 25 departures planned on Europe’s Rhine and Danube rivers. “Our Yuletide Markets cruises on the Rhine and Danube were so well received last year – the first year we offered them – that we’ve increased the number of departures available this year,” said Marilyn Conroy, Riviera River Cruises’ vice-president of sales and marketing for North America. “There’s no better way to visit Europe’s multitude of Christmas markets than on a river cruise, and at Riviera...
Princess Unveils 2021 Europe Season
Princess Cruises has launched its 2021 cruises and cruisetours to sought-after destinations in the Mediterranean, British Isles, Scandinavia & Russia, Norway & Iceland and transatlantic crossings. A fleet of five ships will sail the European waters for the 2021 cruise season and every ship will feature Princess MedallionClass vacations. Enabled by OceanMedallion, Princess MedallionClass elevates the guest experience by delivering enhanced offerings and personalized service resulting in high guest satisfaction scores. New cruise ships Enchanted Princess and Sky Princess are...
UPDATED: Unprecedented Devastation
The Bahamas Ministry of Tourism & Aviation (BMOTA) is continuing to track the progress of the slow-moving Hurricane Dorian and notes that although the storm has been downgraded to a Category 3, it remains very dangerous. While the eye of Hurricane Dorian is beginning to inch away from Grand Bahama Island toward the northwest, the southern eye wall of the storm continues to impact the island. Hurricane conditions will continue in Grand Bahama Island through tonight (Tues., Sept. 3), with strong feeder bands impacting The Abacos. Maximum sustained winds have decreased to 110 miles...
New Guide Helps Travellers Discover Japan
The Japan National Tourism Organization has released a brochure detailing the varied experiences that await those visiting Japan. The booklet is a guide to 100 quintessential Japanese experiences to fill a traveller's bucket list. Destinations selected by a committee of experts are catalogued within seven categories of interest to visitors and in which Japan and its people excel – Tradition; Outdoors; Cuisine; Cities; Nature; Art and Relaxation. The Japanese archipelago stretches to include regional cultures, natural splendours and man-made wonders both old and new. Visitors can...
Trafalgar Offers Rare Encounter With Indigenous Tribe
Trafalgar has unveiled its 2020 Latin America itineraries, now featuring 13 trips across eight countries in three continents. As part of the launch, Trafalgar has introduced a new guided vacation to one of the world’s hottest emerging destinations, Colombia, showcasing exclusive experiences to add to its portfolio of award-winning itineraries worldwide. Trafalgar has made a name for itself through its innovative and immersive trips and experiences that enable clients to connect to the people and places in the destinations they visit. Its latest Colombia Rediscovered trip is an...
Transat Invites Travellers to Discover Cayo Cruz
Transat is now offering Canadian travellers two new hotels on Cayo Cruz, an island off Cuba’s northern coast less than an hour from Cayo Coco airport. Known for its magnificent beaches, often likened to those of Cayo Largo, and as a location for exceptional sport fishing, Cayo Cruz offers an ideal combination of relaxation and exploration. It is located under two hours from Camagüey, capital of the province of the same name, which features vibrant history and cultural activities. Transat is also offering a one-day excursion to the city of Camagüey from Cayo Cruz. Transat is...
Sunwing Returns to Sault Ste. Marie, North Bay
Good news for residents of Sault Ste. Marie, Ont. – Sunwing is returning for a 12th season and offering weekly flights to Varadero, Cuba for the first time. Flights will operate weekly between Dec. 12 and April 9, 2020. Travellers who take advantage of this new flight service can choose from a range of resorts for all ages, tastes and budgets. Families may pick Grand Memories Varadero, nestled on a calm stretch of beach with activities for everyone, including a kids club. Vacationers planning an adults-only getaway can stay at Melia Las Antillas. Iberostar Tainos is another...
‘Fall Only in Cayman’ and Save
The Cayman Islands is inviting travellers to visit this fall and save with its newly launched “Fall Only in Cayman” campaign, featuring savings of up to 45% on accommodations, attractions, watersports, restaurants and services. Most bookings must be made by Nov. 15 (however, offer booking dates may vary). With Air Canada and WestJet offering a total of three non-stop flights between Toronto and Grand Cayman through the end of October, travelling to the Caymans has never been easier. Better yet, the flight schedule increases to five direct flights per week as of Oct....