Destinations
It’s Easier To Discover Anguilla
Canadians will find that it is easier to discover Anguilla this winter. Beginning in November and continuing through February, Canadian airlines – including WestJet, Air Canada, Sunwing, and Air Transat – will be rolling out additional flights to Saint Martin's Princess Juliana International Airport (SXM). Saint Martin serves as the gateway to Anguilla, as the secluded destination does not receive direct flights or cruise ships and is instead accessible by ferry. Cardigan Connor, Anguilla's Parliamentary Secretary for Tourism and Sports, said, “We're thrilled that more...
Istanbul: Where East Meets West
Two notable emperors were bullish about Istanbul. Napoleon demonstrated his appreciation for the city when he stated that, “If Earth was a single state, its capital would be Constantinople” as Istanbul was called for much of its existence, while Roman emperor Constantine made it the capital of the Roman Empire, choosing it for that role in part because of the city's location, which sees part of the city in Europe and part in Asia. The city long bore Constantine's name when it was called Constantinople, only to eventually be renamed Istanbul, with Istanbul-based tour guide Hakan...
Norwegian Celebrates New Hamilton-Dublin Service
On the heels of its inaugural Canadian flights out of Montreal, low-fare carrier Norwegian is set to launch its first transatlantic service from Canada with daily service from Hamilton, Ont. to Dublin, Ireland on March 31, 2019. To celebrate the new service, Norwegian, Tourism Ireland and Hamilton International Airport teamed up to host a trade luncheon in Toronto yesterday (Dec. 5), complete with Irish music and cuisine from P.J. O'Brien's. On hand from Norwegian was Anders Lindstrom who told PressToday that the “world's fastest growing airline” is excited to be flying out of...
Another Record Year For Port of Québec
The Port of Québec has concluded another successful cruise season with continued growth in number of passengers and cruise lines visiting. In 2018, the Port welcomed 230,940 visitors, a nearly 15% increase over the 200,000 visitors welcomed in 2017. The port has a goal of 400,000 passengers by 2025. In addition to its strong passenger growth, a record number of 156 ships called in Québec City this year, 14 of which embarked and disembarked at the port. Eight ships made inaugural visits, including Disney Magic, which visited Québec City in September. The cruise industry is...
Canadian Tourist Arrivals Top 1 Million to Cuba
The Cuba Tourist Board of Canada reports that Cuba has officially welcomed over a million Canadian visitors over the course of the 2018 travel season. The confirmation of this impressive statistic follows similarly strong results from 2017 and highlights the enduring appeal of Cuba for Canadian travellers. “We are both excited and humbled to have had the opportunity to accommodate so many guests in 2018,” said Eloy Govea, director of the Cuba Tourist Board. “Cuba continues to be an exciting, dynamic destination rich in culture, cuisine, and – of course – beautiful beaches....
AC Opens Newest Maple Leaf Lounge at LaGuardia
Air Canada unveiled its newest Maple Leaf Lounge yesterday (Dec. 4) at LaGuardia Airport in New York City. The new lounge, conveniently located after security near Air Canada's gates, is the first airline lounge to open in the new Terminal B Eastern Concourse. With capacity for up to 126 customers in an elegant space that overlooks the concourse, the new LaGuardia Maple Leaf Lounge combines Canadian design and art with metropolitan modern style. The 7,015-square-foot lounge features a self-serve bar, offering a wide selection of beverages, including Canadian wines and Lavazza...
Canadian Airlift To Vienna Soars
Although Air Canada's newly announced year-round non-stop flights from Toronto to Vienna on the 787-9 Dreamliner don't take off until April 29, 2019, Nino Montagnese, managing director of Air Canada Vacations, said the time for clients to book is now. “You don't get a better price the closer you get to the departure when it comes to Europe. It's right now,” Montagnese told PressToday following an event held in Toronto yesterday (Dec. 4) in partnership with the Vienna Tourist Board in Canada. “We encourage the advance bookings and we have a better Early Booking Bonus if you book in...
Time Running Out To Enter Barbados Contest
Time is fleeting for those wanting to enter a contest revolving around the Run Barbados festival. Dec. 7-9 Run Barbados features a one-mile walk, and 5K, 10K and half-marathon running races. The festival is a celebration of athleticism in a destination best known for its sun-splashed beaches. “I think Run Barbados has been a very attractive option for Canadian runners,” says Peter Mayers, director of Barbados Tourism Marketing Inc.'s Canadian office. “We're trying to position this as the best way to end your year of running – end with the best. “It remains a staple...