Destinations
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...
Have An Adventure With Contiki
Contiki has launched its new USA & Canada program for the 2019-20 travel season. The operator's new suite of adventures features five brand new trips in the US including Alaska, the Pacific Northwest, California and the Deep South, along with 13 improved trips across North America. The new trips join the ranks of 32 existing trips that Contiki offers in North America, covering popular hotspots New York, Las Vegas, Miami, Toronto, Vancouver, Montréal and Los Angeles, plus laissez les bons temps rouler New Orleans, hipster cities of San Francisco, Portland, Seattle and Asheville,...
Scenic Introduces New Eclipse Itineraries
Scenic Luxury Cruises & Tours has unveiled two new itineraries for its newest ship, Scenic Eclipse. “Taste of the Caribbean” is a 13-day exploration (Oct. 8-20) of one of the world’s most cruise-visited regions – but with a unique focus on some lesser visited ports. The 11-day “Colombia & Panama,” departing Miami on Oct. 20 combines some of the region’s major ports with off-the-beaten-path opportunities. Stops on the “Taste of Caribbean” include Long Island, a paradise with cliffs, long white sand beaches and coral reefs; one of the Caribbean’s best...
Sunwing Introduces Greater Moncton-Miami Service
Sunwing has introduced direct Miami service from Greater Moncton. A new destination added by Sunwing for this coming season, weekly Saturday departures will from Feb. 8 until May 2, inclusive. With the addition of Miami, sunseekers departing from Greater Moncton now have six of the tour operator’s most popular southern destinations available, including Puerto Plata and Punta Cana in the Dominican Republic, Montego Bay in Jamaica, Cancun, Mexico and Varadero, Cuba. Sunwing’s vice-president of USA and Cruises, Reg Mendes, commented, “Miami is a hub for beach vacations, cruise...
Ontario Place Opens New Skate Park, Basketball Courts
As the summer continues to heat up, Toronto's Ontario Place ha unveiled several new programs and activities to its roster. A new recreational space in the East Commons is available for visitors to enjoy and includes a skatepark, three FIBA-sized basketball courts and two half courts, a bocce court, table tennis tables, a big sandbox, giant chess, Imagination Playground for the kids and a new lower patio for people to relax. All activities and ball rentals are free and available daily from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. CJ’s SKATEPARK staff will be onsite every Saturday from noon to 6 p.m....
Le Blanc Cabos Unveils Exclusive ‘Royal Residence’
Palace Resorts has announced the opening of Le Blanc Spa Resort Los Cabos’ Royale Residence. Not previously available to the public, this exclusive residence is located within Le Blanc Spa Resort, giving guests a private residence feel. With the comforts of a home and the amenities and service of a luxury resort, guests will enjoy “personalized butler service, exquisite cuisine, an opulent state of the art spa and wellness centre and elaborate amenities.” The lavish beachfront two-level residence measures an impressive 18,428 square feet and can accommodate up to 12 adults...