Destinations
Welcome To Canada, Eh
In its latest Travel Markets Outlook, the Conference Board of Canada is projecting that overseas visits to Canada will grow by 6.7% in 2018 – to reach over 9 million visitors – and continuing the solid growth the country experienced in 2017. Greg Hermus, associate director for The Conference Board of Canada's Canadian Tourism Research Institute, said that: “Overseas visits to Canada are expected to increase from all continents, with the highest growth coming from Mexico and China.” Travel from China is expected to get a boost from the Canada-China Year of Tourism, while...
Los Cabos’ M&I Market Calls On Canadians
Over the next few years, 17 hotels are slated to open in Los Cabos – representing 5,000 new rooms. For Moctezuma Loza, groups and conventions manager, Los Cabos, this means further opportunity for growth in the meetings and incentives market. “From 2015 to 2017 we increased meetings by 39%, but we know there’s more opportunity,” Loza told PressToday at a Toronto event last night (July 9), noting 40 of the existing 73 hotels currently have meeting space. “Los Cabos generates about 31% of the incentives programs in Mexico.” In the city as part of a roadshow that will also hit...
ACV Increases Winter Capacity to the Sun
Air Canada Vacations (ACV) has revealed its new lineup for winter 2018/19 flights to warm weather, on board Air Canada and Air Canada Rouge. The roster includes a new route (Vancouver to Lihue, Hawaii, (beginning Dec. 15, Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays), new 737-MAX aircraft, increased frequency on popular routes and increased capacity in the fall. The following flights will be flown on new 737 MAX aircraft: Vancouver and Calgary flights to Hawaii, Vancouver flights to Mexico and Calgary flights to Cancun. This winter, there are 58 new flights to the Sun: West: 29...
Win a Trip For Two to Korea
Goway is partnering with Korea Tourism Organisation to highlight the wonders of Korea. They’re also inviting agents to “Imagine your Korea” with a new competition in which agents can win a trip for two to Korea, including flights from North America. All you have to do is share selected Korean images on your social media channels to your clients and let Goway know about it by using one of the tags or hashtags below. Also up for grabs is a weekly draw of $100 on Goway Rewards. Three ways to enter: Facebook: share Goway's hero image on your feed and tag @Goway Travel;...
Iceland Committed to ‘Responsible Travel Behaviour’
Inspired by Iceland is celebrating the success of The Icelandic Pledge initiative to encourage and inspire responsible travel behaviour from visitors to the country. With the installation of a “Pledge Button,” visitors can now upon arrival in the country hit the button and commit to acting in a responsible manner during their stay in the country. As a nation renowned for its natural beauty and as a global leader in its commitment to sustainability, The Icelandic Pledge from Inspired by Iceland takes an important step in spreading the country’s values to those visiting Iceland...
Norway Proudly Promotes its Lack of Nightlife
Forget adventures in the dark and prepare yourself for the fun in the sun as during the summer months in Norway, day follows day, follows day, follows day. But with all this daylight, what happens to the night? Visit Norway and Scandinavian Airlines are going out on a limb with an unconventional approach to promoting Norway’s iconic endless nights and partnering together this summer to show why Norway’s “lack of nightlife” is a major reason to visit. In engaging visitors to explore all the reasons why it is a good thing that Norway has “no nightlife,” they are positioning...
Reintroducing Dominica
The Discover Dominica Authority and Baxter Media invite agents to take part in a free webinar tomorrow (July 10) at 1 p.m. EST. Dominica is back. Proving to be extremely resilient, Dominica has worked hard to rebound after being hit by Hurricane Maria in September 2017. A paradise for eco-tourism, Dominica offers some of the Caribbean’s best hiking trails, world-class dive sites and other natural wonders that will delight tourists looking for a unique tropical getaway. With internationally renowned hotel chain development announcements made for Dominica, the island is looking to share...
Be A Part Of The Next Air Canada Race In Kissimmee
The next edition of the Air Canada Race will be held in Kissimmee, Florida – marking the first time the Amazing Race-style competition for travel agents will be held in North America. “We are thrilled to partner with Experience Kissimmee for the 2018 edition of the Air Canada Race,” said Virgilio Russi, senior director sales – Canada at Air Canada. “This is a hugely popular event with travel agents across Canada, and we think this year's location will guarantee a great competition and lots of fun for our highly valued partners.” Qualifying agencies from across Canada...