Destinations
Sunwing Offers Agents 2X the STAR Points
Sunwing is starting the year off with a double STAR points promotion to help agents sell vacations in some of the most popular destinations across Cuba. Sunwing is partnering with the Caribbean island throughout January to showcase all the country has to offer. Until Jan. 31, agents can earn 2X the STAR points that convert into cash on all new bookings to Cuba for travel between Feb. 1 and Oct. 31. Plus, each time an agent makes a booking to a participating resort, they’ll be entered into a weekly contest to win an all-inclusive vacation for two to Cuba. Agents can boost their...
Eurail Expands Its Options For 2019
Rail Europe is offering multiple new and upgraded options for exploring Europe this year. The Eurail Global Pass now features unlimited rail travel in 31 countries, with the addition of Great Britain, Lithuania and Macedonia. A new, more competitive pricing structure makes it a better deal as well. Compared to 2018 prices, Eurail Global Passes are now permanently up to 37% cheaper. Travellers enjoy greater flexibility and do not need to decide up front where to go. Just begin travel within 11 months of purchase, and cover all multi-country travel with a single pass. Plus, with a...
Emirates Launches Annual ‘Fly Better Sale’
Emirates has launched its annual Fly Better 2019 Sale, inviting Canadians to enjoy the Emirates experience for less. Through Jan. 8, Canadians can book Economy and Business class travel to select destinations throughout the Emirates network from East Canada - Toronto (YYZ), with fares starting at $949. The Fly Better 2019 offer includes flights from Eastern Canada to Dubai and beyond, with origin point Toronto which utilize Emirates-operated flights. More than 79 select destination routes are included in the sale. Economy Class leading destinations include: Dubai $949; Delhi from...
Goway Launches KwaZulu-Natal Agent Incentive
Goway is offering agents $25 on their Goway Rewards Card when booking any one of five Goway adventures to KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa. Known as South Africa’s Garden Province, officials say KwaZulu-Natal is in many ways the country’s best kept secret. In addition to magnificent national parks and game drive opportunities, it adds a splash of culture to a South Africa vacation, with the Indian-influenced appeal of Durban, and the villages of the indigenous Zulu people. Eligible Goway trips include: Secrets of KwaZulu; Natal KwaZulu Natal Self drive; World in One Country; Kruger...
Hilton Opens New Dual-Branded Ottawa Property
Hilton has opened its newest hotel, the dual-branded Hilton Garden Inn Ottawa Downtown and Homewood Suites by Hilton Ottawa Downtown, bringing a unique new addition to the downtown area. The dual-brand hotel adds even more versatile options for guests visiting Ottawa, which welcomed over 11 million visitors last year – an 8.8% increase over the previous year. “Ottawa’s diverse culture and rising tourism makes it the perfect location to expand our brand footprint in the Canadian market,” said Bill Duncan, global head, All Suites and Focused Service category, Hilton. “With...
Silversea Unveils New Winter 2019/2020 Itineraries
Silversea Cruises has unveiled its classic fleet's winter 2019/2020 itineraries, comprised of 89 voyages to Australasia, Asia, South America, the Caribbean, and more – all available to book. Building on the cruise line's previously announced expedition itineraries for the same period, the new itineraries bring the total number of visited destinations to approximately 900 for 2019/2020. Carefully curated to expand the cruise line’s geographical footprint and unlock new experiences in the world’s most spectacular destinations, the winter 2019/2020 itineraries include a full program...
Lindblad Launches Epic Antarctica Journey
Lindblad Expeditions-National Geographic's latest venture is the Epic Antarctica, a new voyage along the ice’s edge of remote Antarctic shores – including the Antarctic Peninsula, rarely visited Western Antarctica, the Ross Sea ice shelf, Macquarie and the sub-Antarctic islands of Australia and New Zealand. Set aboard Lindblad’s new next-generation expedition ship National Geographic Endurance, the 35-day adventure will offer wildness and wildlife. With the highest ice class of any purpose-built passenger ship, National Geographic Endurance will be able to roam free at the...
San Francisco Restaurant Week Returns Jan. 23
Travellers are invited to eat their way through more than 100 of San Francisco's best restaurants when SF Restaurant Week returns Jan. 23-31. With specially priced, multi-course lunch and dinner menus offered, Restaurant Week is the perfect time to visit an old favourite or discover something new. SF Restaurant Week is an annual celebration of San Francisco's world-class dining community. Nearly 130 participating restaurants are offering special menu options, including lunch (two-plus courses) for $15 or $25 and/or dinner (three-plus courses) for $40 or...