Destinations
Nassau Paradise Island Encourages Relief Support
While spared the impact of Hurricane Dorian, Nassau Paradise Island’s resort and tourism partners are working together to support their island neighbours to the north. “Our hearts go out to Abacos and Grand Bahama and our tourism community has rallied together to try to make a difference,” said Fred Lounsberry, chief executive officer of the Nassau Paradise Island Promotion Board. “While we’re so grateful the storm passed us without impact and we continue to welcome guests, we are equally grateful for the efforts of our partners to support our neighbours and for everyone who...
Curio Collection Debuts in South East Asia
Hilton is celebrating the opening of SAii Lagoon Maldives, Curio Collection by Hilton, described as “a free-spirited tropical escape that offers sun, sea, style and sustainability, creating a playful getaway for groups of fun-seeking friends, couples and families.” Nestled within the idyllic Emboodhoo Lagoon, SAii Lagoon Maldives forms part of CROSSROADS Maldives, the country’s first and only integrated resort and retreat. The opening of SAii Lagoon Maldives also marks the debut of Curio Collection by Hilton in South East Asia, and the fifth Curio Collection by Hilton property...
#CoolisClean in Antigua, Barbuda
The Antigua and Barbuda Tourism Authority have unveiled a fresh, new marketing campaign designed for local audiences called #CoolisClean. The campaign, which coincides with the Tourism Authority’s global summer marketing campaign #WhatCoolLooksLike, is geared towards ensuring that Antigua and Barbuda remains one of the Caribbean’s most attractive destinations. Inspired by the Antigua and Barbuda Tourism Authority’s wellness focus and recent environmental policy changes by the Government of Antigua and Barbuda, the campaign comes at the right time, and re-enforces the “Keep...
Adventure Canada’s High Arctic
Dawn Bazely wants those considering High Arctic vacations to bear in mind that mighty bruins often seen as iconic of the destination are far from being the only attraction there for nature enthusiasts. In fact, much of Mother Nature's summertime handiwork is on the itty-bitty side, she notes. Bazely, who divides her time between teaching botany at York University and guiding and lecturing on Adventure Canada sailings, realizes such imposing creatures as polar bears, musk-ox and walruses often come quickly to mind when people think of the High Arctic but says summertime plant life –...
USVI Ready For The Limelight
It was no coincidence that representatives from the U.S. Virgin Islands were in Toronto yesterday (Sept. 5) to promote the perks of filming in the Caribbean destination during the Toronto International Film Festival. Made up of St. Croix, St. John, and St. Thomas, the multi-island destination was featured in feature films like The Shawshank Redemption, Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn and The Curious Case of Benjamin Button and its backdrops and scenery have doubled for other locations from Mexico to the Greek islands. Following hits by two category five hurricanes in 2017, U.S. Virgin...
Sandals Special Bahamas Webinar
Sandals’ weekly “Let’s Talk” webinars have regularly allowed for Canadian agents to get the latest updates directly from the featured resort’s management teams. In light of the recent passing of Hurricane Dorian over the Bahamas, perhaps there is none timelier than the upcoming 30-minute webinar scheduled for Friday, September 6, 2019. Canadian agents are invited to join Jeremy Mutton, general manager, Sandals Emerald Bay in Great Exuma and Surinder “Lucky” Kahlon, general manager, Sandals Royal Bahamian in Nassau as they discuss the status of their resorts and the robust...
CHTA Helping Drive Support for the Bahamas
The Caribbean tourism industry and its many friends around the world are responding to the call for support for the storm ravaged islands of the northwestern Bahamas – The Abacos and Grand Bahama. The Caribbean Hotel and Tourism Association (CHTA) is appealing to its membership, travel industry partners, national hotel and tourism associations and all Caribbean tourism interests to support the islands of the northwestern Bahamas following the devastation wrought by Category 5 Hurricane Dorian. CHTA Director General and CEO Frank Comito (pictured) made the appeal after being...
Brussels Airlines to Launch Montreal Flights
Although it is ending its service to Toronto in early 2020, Brussels Airlines, Belgium’s home carrier, will launch seasonal flights to Montreal as of April 1, 2020. The airline will offer five flights per week during the summer period between Brussels Airport and Montréal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport. Brussels Airlines is also increasing its Washington service to year-round as of Feb. 20. “Montreal is a real added value for the Brussels Airlines network. It is a strong market out of Belgium, with over 75,000 potential travellers a year. Montreal is very relevant...