Destinations
Sandals, Beaches Expand Wedding Offerings
Sandals and Beaches Resorts have added additional over-the-water experiences for brides and grooms to say, “I Do.” Sandals and Beaches have hand-selected three of their picturesque Over-The-Water Gazebos to become a part of their collection of signature wedding venues. The following Over-The-Water Gazebo venues are available to reserve at US$450 for a ceremony and/or reception: Sandals Grande St. Lucian – Saint Lucia: Over-The-Water Gazebo, maximum ceremony capacity: 40 seated, maximum cocktail and dinner reception capacity: 30 standing/16 seated. Beaches Ocho Rios –...
Premium Japan Travel by Sea and Air
A small super-lux cruise ship that sails inland waters and visits lesser-known ports is amongst some attractive new tourism products in Japan. The Guntu is more akin to a floating hotel that offers premium services in a distinctly Japanese fashion, while making its way across the quiet waters of the Seto Inland Sea. It has just 19 large cabins for a passenger capacity of 38. The cabins, dining rooms and other public spaces have been designed according to a traditional Japanese minimalist style, with lots of wooden appointments. The Guntu was described during a recent luncheon...
Sunwing Bringing Back Montreal-Havana Flights
Sunwing is making it easier for Montreal residents to explore Cuba’s capital, Havana, this coming winter. For the first time since 2012, the tour operator is offering direct flights, twice a week (Mondays and Fridays), from Montreal to Havana, from Dec. 13 until March 13, 2020. Celebrating its 500th anniversary this year, Havana has a rich history and fascinating heritage. Highlights include the cobblestoned streets of Old Havana, lined with picturesque Baroque architecture and classic American cars. Sunwing offers a range of accommodation options in and around Havana,...
Pearson Set For Busy Summer Season
Canada’s busiest airport – Toronto Pearson – is preparing passengers for a record-breaking summer travel season. Pearson is expecting 10.7 million passengers between Canada Day and Labour Day long weekend this year, an increase of over 11% from summer 2016. To prepare for this record-setting volume, passengers are strongly encouraged to plan ahead so that they can beat crowds and enjoy their airport experience to the fullest. “We are expecting another record-breaking summer as passengers take advantage of Toronto Pearson’s world-class services, amenities, and...
Safeguarding Competitiveness
IATA is warning that up to 120,000 jobs supported by air transport could be at risk from an erosion of UK air transport competitiveness. By contrast, employment could rise by 200,000 if the UK invests in cost-effective runway expansion, abolishes or reduces Air Passenger Duty (APD), and improves visa processes. A new report published by IATA, United Kingdom Air Transport Regulatory Competitiveness Indicators, reveals that whilst air transport's contribution to the UK economy is currently significant, supporting 1.56 million jobs and contributing GBP 89 billion to UK GDP, there is a risk...
ETC Predicts More Growth In 2019
In its latest quarterly report, the European Travel Commission reports that the demand for tourism in Europe is expected to maintain an upward trajectory over 2019 despite uncertain trade relationships between China and the US and a slowing Chinese travel demand. In this respect, the ETC – in its European Tourism - Trends & Prospects 2019 – predicts a growth rate of 3.6%, which is more in line with the annual historical average from 2008-2018, but lower than that of 2018. In global terms, Europe has outperformed all other regions, posting 7% growth in revenue per kilometre...
Immerse Yourself in Hong Kong’s Summer Fun
This summer, visitors to Hong Kong can enjoy a host of gourmet happenings, shopping sprees, signature city events, and attractions' summer programs. Attending a large scale e-sports event is one of the must-do activities to enjoy a vibrant summer, especially for those who are young or young at heart. Organized by the Hong Kong Tourism Board (HKTB), the third edition of e-Sports & Music Festival Hong Kong, will be staged from July 26 to July 28 in the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre (HKCEC), with more exciting new elements and entertainment options than ever. There...
Get Online Or Get Left Behind
Sanovnik Destang, executive director of Bay Gardens Resorts in St. Lucia, is encouraging fellow tourism industry professionals to fully embrace the use of technology to drive business to their hotels, restaurants and attractions. Destang says that continued investment in the benefits of technology is critically important if regional businesses are to survive in today's highly competitive environment. The former president of the Saint Lucia Hotel and Tourism Association (SLHTA), Destang, who addressed a session on "Maximizing Booking Conversions: Keeping in Step with Big Game...