Destinations
Silversea Crosses the Iconic Northeast Passage
For the first time in the cruise line’s history, Silversea’s guests recently crossed the iconic Northeast Passage. Between Aug. 10 and Sept. 5, travellers journeyed 5,019 NM between Nome and Tromsø, calling at 27 destinations in three countries. They travelled aboard Silver Explorer, retracing the route taken by famous explorers of yesteryear. Among the voyage’s numerous highlights were various sightings of polar bears with their cubs, and other rare wildlife encounters; two passages through the Arctic sea ice, accompanied by an icebreaker; a unique culinary experience on the...
Bahamas Paradise Returns To Grand Bahama
Bahamas Paradise Cruise Line (BPCL) will resume commercial operations with two-night round-trip sailings from Palm Beach beginning Sept. 27. With its return to Freeport, the company becomes the first cruise line to bring leisure travellers back to Grand Bahama following Hurricane Dorian. In fact, BPCL was the first cruise line to dock in Freeport, Grand Bahama Island following the hurricane, transporting critical humanitarian aid and hundreds of volunteers to the destination. The cruise line also announced that it is inaugurating a second destination, Nassau, with sailings onboard...
Grenada: It’s The Talk Of The Travel Trade
There's lots of competition out there, isn't there? Be it from other destinations, tour operators, hotels, you name it, everyone is looking to get travel agents to sell their products and services. And while that's pretty much always been the case, in a world where information flows as rapidly as the waters cascading over Niagara Falls, it has become increasingly tough for smaller destinations to get their message heard. Yet talking to the Grenada Tourism Authority's marketing manager, Francine Stewart and its director of sales, Canada, Sekou Stroude it seems that hard work and...
Kissimmee: Your Home Away From Home
Experience Kissimmee and partners held a “home-away-from-home” trade event last night in Toronto showcasing all the Florida “Vacation Home Capital of the World” has to offer. Kissimmee is home to more than 22,000 rentals, ranging from two-bedroom condos to 15-bedroom mansions, offering visitors all of the area’s attractions and the comforts of home. Home rentals are ideal for multi-generational family or friends and family travel. Juliana Leveroni of Experience Kissimmee spoke with PressToday and said visitor numbers are up and that Canada remains the destination’s top...
Journey Through Jordan Seminars
Jordan has been getting its well-deserved moment in the spotlight and this fascinating country is attracting a wide and diverse number of travellers. It's well known to adventure seekers, history buffs, cultural explorers and luxury seekers - a travellers dream destination. There are many reasons to visit the Middle East's most peaceful destination and we are excited to share them with you. Enjoy a detailed presentation about the destination, taste delicious Middle Eastern food and participate in an intimate trade show, where you will meet the team from Jordan Tourism, GAdventures,...
Israel: Are You Ready For A New Adventure
Top travel agents and tour operators gathered at the Holiday Inn Yorkdale on a sunny, warm first day of fall to meet Gal Hana, the new director Canada for the Israel Government Tourist Office (IGTO). Liked the day, Hana was warmly received by the crowd of about 75 or so travel trade types, not to mention being welcomed by Israel's Consul General, Galit Baram, who urged the gathering to work with Hana and his team of Jerry Adler, deputy director & director of PR & Communications and Ellen Melman, director operations & marketing, travel industry, clergy & community...
Fly Free in New Zealand With Goway
Goway Travel is inviting globetrotters to explore New Zealand with three new air-inclusive vacation packages, each one including free domestic flights in New Zealand. According to officials, travellers with a taste for the great outdoors will want to Discover Auckland and Queenstown. This streamlined 10-day package features volcanic islands, Waiheke Island and Queenstown. The package also includes a food and beverage credit, hop-on hop-off sightseeing tour in Auckland and a buffet lunch. Priced from $1,899 (save $520 per person). The New Zealand North Island Highlights is a 10-day...
Korea On Display
The Korea Tourism Organization (KTO) is hailing a large new mural touting attractions that await those vacationing in Korea. The exterior wall mural has just been unveiled on a busy street in Toronto's Koreatown district. “With a vision to increase exposure of Korea to Canadians and to further support the development of Koreatown, the KTO is excited to revitalize Korea's traditions and culture to where it all began, Toronto's Koreatown,” the KTO said in a statement. Mural images show traditional temples, scenic landscapes and other attractions. Those in the Toronto area...