Destinations
Another Record Year For Asia Pacific
With a cumulative count of 636 million foreign arrivals into the region last year, Asia Pacific has set a new tourism record. In terms of supplier markets into Asia Pacific in 2017, the major suppliers of foreign arrivals into Asia Pacific destinations were China, Hong Kong, the US, Korea and Canada. In total, there were 14 origin markets that each generated in excess of 10 million arrivals into Asia Pacific in 2017. “2017 was yet another record year for the aggregate volume of foreign arrivals into Asia Pacific. Significant variability was once again evident with 30 of the 47...
Sandals Breaks Ground On New Saint Lucia Resort
Sandals Resorts International has officially started construction on its newest resort in Saint Lucia. When this new luxury resort is finished, it will be the fourth Sandals property on the island – an unparalleled investment by Sandals in Saint Lucia. The groundbreaking ceremony was officiated by Allen Chastanet, prime minister of Saint Lucia on May 2. He was joined by other notable government attendees including Minister with Responsibility for Tourism Dominic Fedee and Minister of Economic Development and Urban Renewal Guy Joseph, as well as Sandals Resorts International...
Goway Pairs Island Escape With City Break
Goway’s newest Asia offer invites agents' clients to shop, dine and explore to their heart’s content in one of the continent’s most exciting cities, before relaxing their cares away in romantic Bali. Clients can enjoy three nights in either Hong Kong or Singapore. Both are considered foodie and shopping havens, each with their own unique thrills, sights, experiences and history. The Hong Kong itinerary includes a half-day island tour with visits to Victoria Peak, Stanley Market, Repulse Bay Beach and Aberdeen fishing village. Meanwhile, Singapore tempts travellers with the...
Sandals Joins The Royal Celebration
Sandals Resorts is joining the romantic revelry surrounding the nuptials of Prince Harry to American celebrity Meghan Markle, creating a new wedding inspiration, English Royalty, the first to debut since last year’s successful launch of Aisle to Isle, a destination wedding experience designed to give couples endless choices. According to Sandals Resorts Director of Romance Marsha-Ann Brown, millennial brides and grooms seek inspiration and information above all else when planning their wedding celebration and no other happening this year is more stirring than the wedding of Harry to...
Making It New In Egypt
Egypt's historic Alamein resort, built in 1960 by the Sidi Abdelrahman Bay of the Mediterranean Sea and which has hosted leaders such as Gamal Abdel Nasser Hussein, the second president of Egypt, is readying for a contemporary facelift. Emaar Hospitality Group has begun renovation and redesign of the property, while maintaining its cultural context and heritage. The all-new Al Alamein Hotel, managed by Vida Hotel and Resorts, will open its doors to visitors this year. It is located centrally in Marassi, the lifestyle and tourism destination by Emaar Misr. Al Alamein Hotel is the...
Turkish Airlines Bridging Continents and Cultures
Turkish Airlines is reminding agents that it offers a free service to international travellers who fly through Istanbul with a six- to 24-hour layover. Since its launch in 2009, touristanbul has helped almost a quarter of a million passengers savour the city. With its customary Turkish hospitality, Turkish Airlines takes pride in curating a different experience for its passengers by going beyond expectations. The national flag carrier offers the complementary touristanbul service including transfers, access to historical sights as well as a sampling of Turkey’s famed cuisine....
Two-Wheeled Mountain Adventures Start in Whistler
Home to a variety of terrain for all levels of mountain, road and recreational cycling, Whistler is a biker’s dreamland. The Whistler Mountain Bike Park operates from May to October, with lift access available from Whistler Village and Whistler Creekside Gondola. The extensive trail network stretches across four mountain zones, offering 70 lift-serviced trails for all levels and abilities. New this year, the Creekside expansion has added five new adrenaline-fueled trails to the Creek Zone. Don’t have a bike? Bike rentals are available from a standard downhill fleet to high...
Lufthansa Launches A350-900 From YVR
German airline Lufthansa has launched services on a flagship Airbus A350-900 aircraft between Vancouver and Munich. The route has been operating for about five years on the wings of an A330 aircraft. The switch in equipment to the larger, more modern Airbus signals a continued commitment to the summertime route by the German carrier. May 1 marked the first day of Lufthansa A350-900 services between YVR and MUC. Flight LH476 departs from Munich at 3:35 p.m. and arrives in Vancouver at 4:45 p.m. local time. The return flight, LH477, departs from Vancouver at 6:25 p.m. and arrives in...