Destinations
Swoop Heads South For The Winter
Low-cost carrier Swoop is heading south this winter when it enters the US market as part of its newly released 2018/19 winter schedule. One-way sale fares start at $99, including taxes and fees, through to April 27. The schedule includes routes from Edmonton to Las Vegas and Mesa; Hamilton to Las Vegas, Fort Lauderdale, Orlando and Tampa Bay; and Abbotsford to Las Vegas. “Our immediate success in Canada shows us travellers want more Swoop,” says Steven Greenway, president of Swoop. “Canadians have been waiting for ultra-low-cost fares into the US for years and we are proud to...
Sunwing Expands Services From Thunder Bay
Sunwing is returning to Thunder Bay for a ninth season this coming winter and adding a new direct flight service to Punta Cana, Dominican Republic for the first time. With the introduction of this new service, vacationers departing from Thunder Bay will enjoy convenient and direct access to three of the tour operator's most popular vacation destinations. Along with adding new weekly flights to Punta Cana operating between Dec. 19 and March 27, 2019, Sunwing is bringing back its winter flight services to Varadero, Cuba and Cancun, Mexico that will be available between Nov. 6 and March...
Travel Trends Uncovered
Millennials may not have as much money as Baby Boomers, but according to Diana Ditto, director of product design at Collette, this cohort changed the face of travel today, reports assistant editor, Ann Ruppenstein in the cover story of this week's digital edition of Travel Courier. “They were the ones that created this experience economy. They demanded and still do demand authentic experiences. In designing product now, the traveller is so changed,” she says. “We used to passively experience destinations and be absolutely fine with that, and now travellers want to actively engage...
Crystal Yacht Unveils Endeavor Itineraries
Crystal Yacht Expedition Cruises has unveiled the inaugural season of itineraries for its newest globetrotting vessel, Crystal Endeavor, spanning from August of 2020 through January 2021. According to officials, the luxury expedition yacht will sail voyages of 12 to 22 days, far off the beaten path of traditional cruise routes. Voyages will explore the cultural and bio-diversity of Japan and the Russian Far East, New Zealand, Australia and Antarctica. Crystal Endeavor journeys will open for booking for Crystal Society guests on Aug. 8 and to the public on Aug. 22, with expedition and...
Trip For Two To Be Won At Mexico Golf Classic
Mexico Tourism has announced the addition of a grand prize of a trip for two to Mexico for the Mexico Golf Classic set for Aug. 23 at the Mayfair Lakes Golf Course in Richmond, BC. With the support of partners Sunwing and Velas Resorts, the grand prize will include two round trip air seats with Sunwing Airlines, a seven-night all-inclusive stay for two at Velas Vallarta and airport transfers. Food and Mezcal tastings at the tournament will be provided by the Mexican State of Puebla. The format is “Texas Scramble,” in which all golfers in a foursome play the “best ball.”...
Whistler’s Pangea Pod Hotel Open For Reservations
When Whistler, BC's Pangea Pod Hotel opens its doors later this month, officials say it will revolutionize the hospitality industry by bringing chic and price-conscious solo accommodation to one of North America's top tourist destinations. The first hotel of its kind in Canada, Pangea's rooms will, at most, cost half the price of a conventional hotel room, and usually far less. This new style of accommodation will make the resort more accessible to solo and budget travellers wishing to experience all that Whistler has to offer. Husband-and-wife team Russell and Jelena Kling spent...
Costsaver Offers ‘First Look’ at 2019 Europe & Britain
Costsaver has unveiled its new concept, “First Look,” for 2019 Europe and Britain itineraries. Travellers can explore the sights of Europe and Britain from $143 per day. Also, with Costsaver’s dynamic pricing, clients can be assured if the price of their trip goes up, they will not have to pay more and if the price of the trip goes down, they will be reimbursed the difference. “With all the essentials covered, including quality 3- and 4-star hotels and access to the must-see sights and experiences, clients have the ultimate flexibility to tailor their holiday, their way,”...
Swoop Releases Domestic Winter Schedule
Swoop has released its domestic winter schedule with flights available for booking from Oct. 27 to April 27, 2019. Swoop also welcomed its third aircraft for its July 25 inaugural flight from Abbotsford International Airport to Edmonton International Airport. Service between the two cities is offered three-times daily. According to officials, Swoop, which started operations on June 20, has been warmly received by Canadian travellers, with steady bookings and noticeably full flights. “Swoop has been endorsed by Canadian travellers in the way that matters most, they are buying...