Destinations
Be A Saint Lucia Expert
The Saint Lucia Tourism Authority (SLTA) has revamped its travel agent specialist program. The recently upgraded program is called “Saint Lucia Expert” or SLEx and is open to travel agents in Canada. SLEx is an innovative online educational and loyalty program designed to engage travel agents and serve as their central repository for all resources that will enable them to sell destination Saint Lucia, optimally. Additionally, SLEx is mobile friendly with customizable features to equip today’s digitally-savvy travel professional with the cutting-edge tools they need for...
Trafalgar Unveils Africa 2019
Trafalgar is introducing sub-Saharan Africa for the first time to its growing roster after 72 years in the making. Beginning December 2018, Canadian travellers will be able to explore 10 handcrafted trips to nine different countries including South Africa, Namibia, Botswana, Zambia, Kenya, Tanzania and more. And to celebrate its new 2019 Africa program, travellers can save 10% on selected Trafalgar trips when paid in full by Jan. 17, 2019. Paying homage to the Tollman family‘s beloved homeland, the new program features trips to connect clients with the continent’s abundant beauty,...
Philadelphia Posts Big Numbers
VISIT PHILADELPHIA reports that Greater Philadelphia—Bucks, Chester, Delaware, Montgomery and Philadelphia counties—welcomed 43.3 million visitors from the US in 2017. The results mark the eighth consecutive year for record visitation and a 3% increase over 2016. Of those 43.3 million visitors, 38.2 million (88%) visited for fun. An additional 502,000 people visited from Canada – Philadelphia’s #1 international feeder market – and over 23,000 visited from Mexico. Philadelphia is becoming increasingly popular across all trip types (individual leisure, groups and...
Flair Expands Network
Flair Airlines has launched new services from Halifax, Calgary and Victoria, marking the airline's commitment to expanding its route network as announced earlier this year. With the addition of Halifax, Calgary and Victoria – coupled with increased frequency on existing routes – Flair has effectively doubled its flights and now has services stretching coast to coast. Flair executive chairman David Tait commented, “In barely a year, Flair has had a tremendous impact in lowering the price of air travel in Canada and we are confident these new locations will be no different. We...
Air Canada Inaugurates Montreal-Lisbon Service
Air Canada has launched new summer seasonal service from Montreal to Lisbon, Portugal. The three-times weekly Air Canada Rouge service began June 15 from Montreal, with the last operation from Lisbon on Oct. 27. Flights are operated with Boeing 767-300ER aircraft featuring Premium Rouge and Economy Class service and are timed to optimize connectivity from across Air Canada's network in Montreal. In total, Air Canada is launching 10 new destinations from Montreal this year: London, Windsor, Victoria (Canada); Tokyo-Narita, (Japan); Phoenix, Pittsburgh and Baltimore (US); Dublin...
Just Like The Oscars
It was a night when the stars of the Canadian travel industry shone brightly as Baxter Media – along with presenting sponsors, Air Canada and Sandals Resorts International; feature sponsors, WestJet, TravelBrands and the Jamaica Tourist Board – welcomed a sold out crowd for the first annual Agents' Choice Gala. In all 350 agents and suppliers gathered at the Eglinton Grand in Toronto to celebrate the presentation of the 2018 Agents' Choice awards to the Favourite suppliers in 43 categories – ranging from airlines to cruise lines; tour operators to destinations; car rentals to...
Union Summer Returns To Toronto
Union Summer – presented by TD returns to the Sir John A. Macdonald Plaza from July 1 to Aug. 19, bringing an eclectic offering of food, musicians, film screenings and live performances to Union Station. The market will showcase “Where Toronto is Going” with a curated mix of local food vendors. Union Summer – presented by TD will feature 50 consecutive days of programming on the TD Stage handpicked from local arts and cultural organizations. It's a showcase of Toronto's talent, culture and spirit right at the gateway to the city. Daily programming will include: Folk...
Le Boat Celebrates Canadian Expansion
Not even a nasty thunderstorm could stop the celebrations in Smith Falls, Ont. Wednesday (June 13) as Le Boat officially launched its first expansion into North America. While the boat rental company began operations on Canada's Rideau Canada near Ottawa on May 18, officials, dignitaries and media were on hand Wednesday for the, at times soggy, “grand opening.” Le Boat is Europe’s largest boat rental company and now has a fleet of 16 Horizon cruisers in Canada, especially designed to meet Ontario Maritime and Le Boat customer requirements. Bookings began last year and Le...