Destinations
Air Canada Inaugurates YVR Dreamliner Routes
Air Canada launched two new international Boeing 787 Dreamliner routes to Europe last week with its June 7 inaugural flight from Vancouver (YVR) to Zurich, followed by service the next day from YVR to Paris. This marks five non-stop European routes from Air Canada's YVR hub. “The strategic addition of these seasonal international flights further strengthens our YVR hub which combined with our extensive North American network, provides excellent options for travellers from BC and the North American west coast to Europe, and as well as for European visitors and beyond to western...
Universal Adds 10th Haunted House to HHN 2018
Universal Orlando Resort is making this year’s Halloween Horror Nights the most intense ever with the addition of a 10th haunted house to the event. It is the first time in the event’s 28-year history that 10 haunted houses will be featured – giving your clients more scares than ever before. Details about the 10th haunted house will be revealed soon. For 34 select nights from Sept. 14 to Nov. 3, horrors of the '80s will invade this year’s Halloween Horror Nights. Cinematic greats, slasher films, cult classics and original nightmares inspired by the past will come to life as...
Sunwing Introduces YVR-Costa Rica Service
Heading off on a winter escape just got a bit easier for Vancouverites, with the news that Sunwing will be offering a weekly non-stop direct flight service from Vancouver to Liberia in Costa Rica this winter. Flights depart on Sundays between Dec. 23 and March 31, 2019. Service is anticipated to be operated on the airline’s new Boeing 737 MAX 8 aircraft. Andrew Dawson, president of Tour Operations for Sunwing, commented on the news, “We’re very pleased to be introducing Costa Rica for the coming winter. As well as being renowned for its eco tours and adventures, this popular...
Live Like a Ewing During Lavish Southfork Tour
For the first time, Dallas' Southfork Ranch invites visitors to experience the iconic residence made famous on the “Dallas” TV series in a distinctly luxurious way with its “Live Like a Ewing” package. Extremely popular around the world during its 1978-1991 run, “Dallas” recently celebrated the 40th anniversary of its original air date at Southfork Ranch. The event included a fan party and cast meet-and greet with iconic cast members Linda Gray (Sue Ellen Ewing), Patrick Duffy (Bobby Ewing), Charlene Tilton (Lucy Ewing) and Steve Kanaly (Ray Krebbs). Priced beginning at...
Ukraine International Airlines Kicks Off Toronto Service
Ukraine International Airlines has begun a long-awaited goal of serving as an airborne link between Canada and Ukraine. Wednesday (June 6) saw the airline begin non-stop Toronto-Kiev service, with the Monday, Wednesday and Saturday flights using B767-300ER aircraft with three classes of service. The airline marked the launch by offering fares starting at $875 for travel to Kiev and $880 for travel to Lviv and Odessa between Oct. 17 and Dec. 15 and Jan. 16 to March 30. Ukraine International Airlines president Yuri Miroshnikov told a gathering at Toronto's Pearson International...
World’s Longest Commercial Flight Is Back
After a five-year hiatus, Singapore Airlines is set to relaunch the world's longest commercial flight, bringing back New York (Newark) Singapore service in October. The 18.5-hour flight will take place aboard the new Airbus A350-900ULR (ultra-long-range) aircraft. And for agents/travellers concerned about comfort, Singapore Airlines has that covered. The aircraft will be configured in a two-class layout, with 67 Business Class seats and 94 Premium Economy seats. Singapore Airlines' officials, along with representatives from the Singapore Tourism Board and Changi Airport Group,...
Bermuda Overturns Same-Sex Marriage Ban
The Supreme Court of Bermuda has overturned the nation’s same-sex marriage ban, deciding in favour of OUTBermuda and its co-litigants. Speaking for the successful applicants, Zakiya Johnson Lord and Adrian Hartnett-Beasley of OUTBermuda commented, “Love wins again. Our hearts and hopes are full, thanks to this historic decision by our Supreme Court and its recognition that all Bermuda families matter. Equality under the law is our birthright, and we begin by making every marriage...
Carnival Spirit To Sail Year-Round From Brisbane
Carnival Cruise Line has announced that Carnival Spirit will become the brand’s first ever ship to home port in Brisbane, Australia. The announcement follows the recent approval of a new cruise ship terminal in Brisbane. Carnival Spirit will arrive to its new home in 2020, sailing year-round to the tropical archipelagos of Vanuatu and New Caledonia, as well as offering shorter cruises to destinations in North Queensland. Amenities aboard Carnival Spirit include Green Thunder, the fastest and steepest waterslide at sea, as well as three swimming pools, the child-free Serenity...