Destinations
Orlando Delivers Spooky Surprises, Holiday Cheer
The Theme Park Capital of the World is gearing up to be a top winter sun hotspot this year, delivering one-of-a-kind Halloween events and special food events this fall, alongside festive holiday celebrations this winter. The destination’s reputation for top-notch dining grows with each passing year – and this year is no exception. From a month-long discount dining program to theme park and resort events, there are flavours to satisfy every foodie’s palate this fall. Guests can dine on haute cuisine without burning through their budget during Visit Orlando's Magical Dining...
Mazatlán Enhances Web Site
The Mazatlán Tourism Board has launched GoMazatlán.com, a web site designed to offer quick and easy access to essential tourism information highlighting all there is to see and do in and around the destination. The site supports the tourism board’s brand messaging, “Stories Make the Best Souvenirs,” is information-rich, visually impactful and includes many new features that inform and influence the traveller to consider booking their next quick getaway or extended holiday to Mazatlán. New features include new photography and videos; updated creative content for the...
Tourism Ireland Appointment
Sandra Moffatt, a native of Dublin, has joined the team at Tourism Ireland as the new Trade Promotions and Digital Marketing Executive in Canada. Moffatt’s main focus will involve planning and implementing a targeted program of trade marketing activities with key Canadian travel partners, tour operators and airlines and managing strategic digital communications in order to grow both leisure and business tourism travel from Canada to Ireland. “We are delighted to have Sandra on board,” said Dana Welch, manager, Tourism Ireland, Canada. “She has a strong knowledge of...
A&K Launches New Limited Edition Tours
From the remote wetlands of Brazil’s Pantanal to the desert oasis of Oman’s Wahiba Sands or joining in the revelry of Independence Day celebrations in Papua New Guinea, Abercrombie & Kent (A&K) has developed new limited-edition journeys that deliver the luxury of access with the thrill of discovery. One of the newest tours is also a little closer to home — discovering the coastal wilderness of Canada. “We’ve selected destinations and experiences that may not be on many travellers’ radars yet, but that offer the kind of authentic encounters seasoned travellers are in...
Iberostar Set To Open New Flagship Hotel in Havana
Iberostar Hotels & Resorts is set to open a new flagship property – the Iberostar Grand Packard – its first luxury hotel in the heart of Old Havana. Combining the original architecture of the property with modern innovation and luxury, the hotel chain has refurbished this historic building, restoring it to original splendour. The hotel is due to open towards the end of the year. Coinciding with the celebration of the 500th anniversary of the founding of Havana and marking 25 years of its presence on the island, Iberostar is reopening one of the most iconic buildings in...
Katarina Line Uncovers the Other Side of Croatia
Croatia’s Katarina Line is expanding its land tour packages for 2019 as Croatian tourism continues to surge in popularity, with travellers from Canada and the US among the fastest-growing markets. According to Daniel Hauptfeld, marketing director for Katarina Line, the cruise company is designing these tours to provide faster, more direct connections with its small ship cruises. This will allow Katarina Line guests to more seamlessly extend their vacations with a combination of cruise/land tours that focus on wine, gastronomy, culture and soft adventures like hiking and...
Whistler Invites Guests To Take A Hike
Discovering Whistler, BC’s great outdoors is as simple as going for a walk. Whether looking for an afternoon stroll or seeking an adventure into the alpine and back country, Whistler's extensive trail network has a trail for every type of sightseer, hiker and adventurer. For an afternoon stroll close to the village, check out the Lost Lake Loop for lakeside views of both Whistler and Blackcomb mountains. Perfect for a family friendly walk in the woods, plan ahead and pack the swimsuits for a dip in Lost Lake. Follow along the Nature Trail for a walk through old growth cedars that...
Puerto Vallarta’s Historic Center Gets Heritage Status
Puerto Vallarta’s Historic Center is now a protected Cultural Heritage district of the Mexican State of Jalisco. The declaration was made by the state’s Department of Culture on July 21 via the official journal of Jalisco and makes the centre of the city a protected area, with all the rights and privileges of a heritage protected by state and federal laws. The recognition includes the area from the beginning of the Malecon – where the oldest hotel in Puerto Vallarta, the hotel Rosita, stands – and continues to the cobblestoned Romantic Zone and up to the historic...