Destinations
Bold, New Refresh For Celebrity Xpedition
The Celebrity Xpedition has emerged from a seven-day makeover in Panama, now surrounding guests in upgraded comforts as they explore the Galapagos Islands. According to officials, it’s another bold step in “The Celebrity Revolution,” beyond the introduction of two industry-changing ships – Celebrity Edge and Celebrity Flora – and the US$500 million modernization of the rest of the brand’s fleet. When Xpedition made its stylish return to service yesterday (Sept. 23), the revitalized ship debuted an array of enhancements across the 100-guest mega-yacht, from redecorated...
Taking Care Of The Future
Samuel Kunati Ole Tunai's backyard is home to the king of the beasts and a host of other critters that he wants The Travel Corporation and ME to WE clients to be able to spot while on holiday. Kunati Ole Tunai, governor of Kenya's Narok County, told a The Travel Corporation/ME to WE gathering in Toronto on Sept. 21 that his Kenyan jurisdiction is home to the likes of lions, leopards, elephants, giraffes and other creatures that lure wildlife enthusiasts, and he promised that Narok County is taking steps to protect them at a time when much of African wildlife populations are dwindling...
What A Party!
The vibe was electric last night as Air Canada Vacations (ACV) held its 2018/2019 Sun Collection launch at the swanky Chateau Le Jardin in Woodbridge, Ont., attracting more than 800 agents and close to 1,000 people in total. Agents were lined up for the 5 p.m. start, which saw them greeted with a brass band welcome. The evening included a large trade show, cocktails and hors d'oeuvres, an impressive dinner spread and, of course, prizes and highlights of ACV's upcoming winter line-up. The night was topped off with entertainment by mentalist Yan Markson. Speaking with PressToday, Nino...
New York Ready For A Monumental 2019
Not to put too fine a point on it, but 2019 is going to be a monumental year for New York City and a high profile travel industry delegation, led by NYC & Company president & CEO, Fred Dixon, was in Toronto yesterday (Sept. 20) to let Canadians know all about it. Last year, 970,000 Canadians visited New York, making Canada the city's third largest source of international visitation. In 2018, Canadian visits are expected to rise between 3% and 3.5%, and that will see Canada break the 1 million visitor mark for the first time since 2014. “It's going to be an exciting year...
Neon Museum Set To Expand The Boneyard
Las Vegas' Neon Museum will significantly expand the number of electrified signs on view in its “Boneyard” exhibition space when it adds Anderson Dairy’s “Andy” Anderson, The Red Barn, Chief Hotel Court and Nevada Motel signs this month. Along with Dot’s Flowers, installed in the Boneyard this summer, these signs were all previously displayed on Third Street just north of The Fremont Experience, but have been in storage in recent years. Installation was set to begin this week and will take approximately 10 days to complete. Upon completion, the Boneyard will be home to 16...
Eurostar, Railbookers Team Up
Eurostar and Railbookers have launched a strategic partnership featuring Europe’s only high-speed train service that directly links the UK to France, Belgium and the Netherlands, with connections to more than 100 European destinations. The new partnership offers new, customized itineraries featuring a Eurostar journey, taking advantage of the high-speed rail service to allow North American visitors to see more of Europe in a single trip. Eurostar Vacations by Railbookers was launched in response to the ever-growing demand for independent, customized rail travel throughout the...
Crystal’s 2021 World Cruise Open For Booking
Crystal’s 26th annual World Cruise is now open for booking. On a journey from Miami to London, Crystal Serenity’s Jan. 5 to May 24, 2021 “Ancient Dynasties & World Wonders” global odyssey features alternate embark and disembark choices in Los Angeles and Rome – with each of the four 111- to 139-day options affording the same Full World Cruise benefits. Described as “exotic, wild and ancient,” the route explores Caribbean and Hawaiian Isles, the South Pacific and Australia, Indonesia, Southeast Asia, the Far East and beyond. Travelling in all-inclusive luxury,...
Splash Into Bermuda With Savings
Bermuda is offering travellers a chance to keep their summer alive with a special “Splash Sale.” Some of island's finest resorts and hotels are offering savings of up to 30% for bookings made between Sept. 25 and Oct. 16. The travel window is from Sept. 25 to the end of April 2019. Participating properties include: Aunt Nea’s Inn, an historic Bermudian guest house; Coco Reef Resort; Coral Beach and Tennis Club; Fairmont Southampton; Grotto Bay Beach Resort; the newly renovated Hamilton Princess & Beach Club; Newstead Belmont Hills; The Reefs; Rosewood Tucker’s Point; St....