Destinations
TIAC Talks Tourism In Toronto
Don't expect tourism authorities in this country to reach out to marijuana enthusiasts who like to take the high road when they travel abroad. A Thursday TIAC town hall gathering in Toronto saw officials from TIAC and other tourism organizations weigh in on the Oct. 17 legalization of cannabis in this country, with none expecting Canada to try to aggressively entice recreational marijuana users by promoting this country as one where it will be legal to smoke pot. “You're not going to be seeing Tourism Toronto advertising that it's legal to smoke pot in the very near future,”...
Another First For Sunwing
Sunwing is adding flights to Daytona Beach, Florida from Toronto for the first time this winter. It will be operating twice weekly seasonal flights – on Mondays and Thursdays – beginning Jan. 28, 2019. Daytona Beach caters to all types of travellers. Racing fans can visit the Daytona International Speedway to see some of the best drivers in the world compete. While those seeking some peace and quiet can enjoy a leisurely stroll along the boardwalk and pier or the renowned Daytona Beach – a 37km stretch of sand that includes some stretches vacationers can drive on. As well,...
New Inspiration From Sandals Resorts
There's no doubt that Sandals Resorts understands that every love story is unique and special – and that likewise, every wedding at the resorts made for love should be designed exclusively for the couple, by the couple, too. And with the launch of Sandals' 10th and newest wedding inspiration, Band of Gold, brides and grooms have even more inspiration to help them personalize their wedding day as part of the Aisle to Isle destination wedding experience at Sandals Resorts and Beaches Resorts. Inspired by gold and now available for sale for weddings at Sandals Resorts and Beaches...
Switzerland Tourism Gears Up For Winter
How do you launch the upcoming winter season and celebrate record growth in Canadian arrivals to Switzerland? With raclette and an après-ski style gathering, of course, said Pascal Prinz, Director Canada, for Switzerland Tourism as he greeted the trade at an intimate gathering in Toronto last night (Sept. 12). “It’s fun, it’s this feeling of togetherness,” he said. “The après-ski, being together, not being always on the phone but talking to each other, looking each other in the eyes, it’s great. Togetherness rules. Switzerland is cozy in the winter time, there are many...
Swoop Adds MoBay Flights
Swoop has announced that it will be operating twice weekly service this winter to Montego Bay, Jamaica from John C. Munro Hamilton International Airport (YHM) to Sangster International Airport (MBJ). Montego Bay is the carrier's first Caribbean destination and service begins Dec. 16, 2018 and continues through to April 24, 2019. Steven Greenway, president of Swoop, said: “The addition of Montego Bay to our network is another important milestone. Many Canadians of Jamaican origin live in the Toronto area, which makes this new route ideal for connecting friends, family and loved...
Simply Amazing
No one remembers second place. It started as an inside joke, but it’s a motto that may have helped one team successfully come out on top in the 2018 edition of The Air Canada Race held in partnership with Experience Kissimmee, reports assistant editor, Ann Ruppenstein in this week's digital edition of Travel Courier. Travel agents from coast to coast – quite literally from Prince Rupert, BC all the way to Goose Bay, Newfoundland and Labrador – recently gathered in Kissimmee, Florida to go head to head in the 8th instalment of the competition inspired by the reality TV show The...
IATA Giving Destinations Just What They Need
Destination Canada recently bought into IATA’s Global Agency Pro initiative and the initial results have been so positive that our national tourism marketer will be sharing its experience with some 3,000 delegates attending the airline body’s World Routes Development Forum in Guangzhou, China later this week, reports Quebec editor, Mike Dunbar in this week's digital edition of Canadian Travel Press. An IATA backgrounder explains that the GAP intelligence tool offers DMOs and tourism boards a worldwide view of flights ticketed through the global agency distribution channel to help...
Luxury Weddings Beyond the Caribbean
For couples looking to get married somewhere memorable, The Islands of Tahiti are the epitome of romance and a beautiful spot for destination weddings, big or small, says Goway. According to Mike Bertoia, Goway Islands product manager, “creating that perfect day in paradise” is one of the many services available when travel agents book with Goway’s Islands team. “Our team of dedicated island experts have arranged intimate Polynesian weddings inspired by local traditions, as well as unique, ‘over-the-water’ ceremonies. And of course, tailor-made honeymoons and romantic (or...