Destinations
Universal Introduces ‘Dark Arts at Hogwarts Castle’
Universal Orlando Resort is inviting travellers to experience a new dimension of sorcery at The Wizarding World of Harry Potter with the introduction of the “Dark Arts at Hogwarts Castle,” a new and “original and breathtaking projection experience.” The “Dark Arts at Hogwarts Castle” will illuminate Hogwarts castle and “The Wizarding World of Harry Potter” nightly from April 13-28 at Universal Studios Hollywood and then return from May 25-27. According to officials, the experience will cast “a mesmerizing display of light, music and special effects, unleashing the...
Tremblant Unveils New $14 Million Investment
A $14.1-million investment has been launched to refresh Tremblant’s guest and sports experience, with $10.3 million being directed on-mountain and $3.8 million on a major Aquaclub La Source makeover. As part of a five-year investment plan announced last March, Alterra Mountain Company has invested $17 million toward the current slide season’s on-mountain upgrades, from a global $555-million investment in its family of emblematic destinations. The latest announcement also includes $1,684,600 received in August by Station Mont Tremblant from the Quebec government, within the context...
Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge Coming to Disney Parks
Disney Parks is set to transport guests to a galaxy far, far away – with the opening of Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge on May 31 at the Disneyland Resort in Anaheim, Ca., and Aug. 29 at Disney’s Hollywood Studios in Florida. On opening day for phase one, guests will be transported to the remote planet of Batuu, full of unique sights, sounds, smells and tastes. Guests can become part of the story as they sample galactic food and beverages, explore an intriguing collection of merchant shops and take the controls of the most famous ship in the galaxy aboard Millennium Falcon: Smugglers...
Sunworld Tours Hosts Israel, Jordan Fam
Calgary's Sunworld Tours is inviting travel agents and their companions to take part in an Israel and Jordan fam, Jan. 19-28, 2020. The tour will visit the highlight sites of Israel and Jordan, including Ceasarea, Meggido, Mount Carmel, Sea of Galilee, Golan Heights, Jerusalem, Eilat and Petra. The cost is US$1,490 for agents (US$2,249 for companions) and includes airfare out of Toronto, accommodation, breakfast and dinner daily, guided tour and deluxe bus transportation. There is also an optional Petra tour that costs US$460. Seat are limited. For further details, contact...
Warwick Paradise Island Invites Agents To Visit
The adults-only, all-inclusive Warwick Paradise Island - Bahamas is thanking travel agent partners with commissions of up to 20% as well as special “Travel Advisor Appreciation” rates featuring added incentives. All-inclusive rates for agents start from US$280 per room, per night for two people, travelling through Dec. 15 (based on stays in an Island View room). Rates vary according to travel dates and room category and are subject to blackout dates and availability. With each two-night minimum stay, Warwick is also offering travel professionals a complimentary classic manicure...
Book and Win With Royal Irish Tours
To celebrate St. Patrick’s Day, Royal Irish Tours (RIT) has launched its biggest ever agent incentive – for the remainder of March (from March 7), agents have a chance to win many prizes, including an air inclusive trip to Ireland. Agents just need to book their clients on a 2019 trip through RIT (to Ireland, Scotland, England or Wales) with a minimum spend of $3,000 to be a winner. For every booking over $3,000, agents will receive a Cineplex night out for two at the movies voucher. Also, for each of these bookings, agents will be entered in a draw to win one of three prizes:...
MGM Maximizes Sports Entertainment Value
The evolution of consumer trends in Las Vegas continues, with gaming in decline as the top visitor motivator, while visitors spend more on a vast menu of entertainment and dining options. Now, the promotional powers at MGM Resorts are ensuring that sports is also included in those consumer considerations. To help do so, they hosted a recent trip to Sin City to showcase a cross section of sporting competition. Over one long weekend, guests took in a jam packed schedule, including tournament play by 17 World Rugby Sevens teams at Sam Boyd Stadium; a night of UFC MMA fighting at...
US Still Number One: WTTC
In newly released research, the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) found that despite a standstill in international visitors from China, the United States has retained its status as the world's largest travel and tourism economy. The WTTC's research found that the United States remained the biggest travel and tourism market in the world in 2018 with the sector contributing almost $1.6tn to GDP. This translates to 7.8% of US GDP with the sector growing by 2.2% (accounting for inflation) last year. After registering average annual growth of 23% over the previous decade, Chinese...