Destinations
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...
WestJet Brings Australia Closer
WestJet has expanded its codeshare relationship with Qantas by placing its WS code and flight numbers on Qantas-operated flights between Los Angeles and Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane. “Expanding our partnership with Qantas provides our guests greater global travel options and aligns with the new premium products and services WestJet is developing as we continue our evolution to a global network airline,” said Brian Znotins, WestJet vice-president, Network Planning and Alliances. Itineraries connecting the growing WestJet network to these Australian destinations are...
Rose Leaving Canadian Post at Jamaica Tourist Board
Philip Rose, regional director, Canada, Jamaica Tourist Board, has announced he is leaving his post, effective Dec. 15. In a note from Rose, pictured (l) with Jamaica Tourism Minister Edmund Bartlett, he said, “A fantastic run is coming to an end. After seven successful years, I will be leaving the post... to undertake an exciting new position within the JTB. “As I embark on this exciting new role, I want to thank you and everyone for all the support over the years. I have made some incredible friends here, both in the industry and in the community. I will miss you all. Canada...
Porter Unveils Seasonal Myrtle Beach Service
Porter Airlines has unveiled its seasonal service to Myrtle Beach, beginning Feb. 13 and operating until May 19. Porter offers non-stop flights directly from Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport. Flights operate twice weekly on Wednesdays and Saturdays, with added frequency during March Break. “The warm air and ocean breezes of Myrtle Beach are just two hours away with Porter,” noted Robert Deluce, president and CEO, Porter Airlines. “It’s the perfect time of year to think about getting away for a few days of relaxation.” Ocean-front hotels, sandy beaches and...
Globus Takes A New World View
Italy was the focus of a recent evening hosted by the Globus family of brands in Vancouver, so an event location at the popular Giardino Restaurant was entirely appropriate. Celebrated owner and chef Umberto Menghi was on hand to greet a small group of invited travel writers, together with Globus managing director for Canada Stephanie Bishop, and Globus executive director for Europe Marco Sorbara. While Menghi took care of providing top-ranked Italian wines and appetizers, Bishop and Sorbara reviewed new directions and products for the Globus brands, including Globus...
Busabout Launches 2019-20 Asia Program
Busabout has launched its new Asia 2019-20 program featuring a selection of new trips and bucket list experiences. With a maximum group size of 28, Busabout’s Asia program offers a variety of trips for different tastes and budgets, plus the opportunity to experience all trips in the brochure, linked up via the “Unlimited Asia Pass.” Following the success of Busabout’s Hop-on Hop-off model in Europe, the adventure company will launch its freestyle form of travel in North America for the first time in May 2019. Busabout has also been expanding its trips in Asia over the past...
Sunwing to Open Royalton Grenada
Sunwing Travel Group has revealed plans to open a Royalton All-In Luxury Resort in Grenada in December of 2019. At 300 rooms, it will be the Grenada's largest resort. The new Royalton Grenada will feature a world class spa, eight restaurants and a host of facilities and services appealing to couples, families and groups. The resort will offer the signature All-In Luxury features guests have come to expect including the handcrafted DreamBed, All-In Connectivity with keyless room entry, free calling to North America and Europe, unlimited reservation-free dining, the unique Sports...