Destinations
Windstar Opens The Books On New Asia Tours
The capitals, villages and ports of Asia are among both the oldest and the newest of the world and Windstar Cruises will offer culturally curious travellers seven different cruise tour options to explore the region aboard the 212-guest Star Legend in 2018-19. The cruise line has announced that the new season of Asia Cruise Tours is open for booking, presenting guests multiple choices to experience the region from the culturally rich combination of China, Japan and South Korea, to thoughtful exploration of Southeast Asia’s customs and temples. Asia Cruise Tours start at $5,099 per...
Goway Adds Guesthouse Accommodations in Tahiti
Goway Travel has added guesthouse and lodge accommodations in the Islands of Tahiti. According to officials, many of the lodges are family run and located in tranquil locations, providing authentic, personalized, and relaxing experiences. All of Goway’s lodges and guesthouses include private rooms with private bathroom facilities, but not all offer air conditioning. Goway is offering the Vanira Lodge, which caters to just nine guests, and is located on Tahiti Iti. This lodge has three unique styles of fare (bungalows), offers guests a swimming pool and yoga classes, and is located...
Still Time To Win Malta Trip
The Malta Tourism Authority is reminding travel agents that they still have a shot at winning a chance to see a hidden gem. The tourism authority has joined forces with Baxter Media to offer agents a chance to win a Malta vacation. The prize features a five-night trip for two to the Maltese Islands courtesy of Exclusively Malta and the 5-star Corinthia Palace Hotel. The winner will receive four days of touring and the travel period is between Oct. 1 and Sept. 30, 2019. Michelle Buttigieg of the tourism authority notes that Malta’s capital of Valletta is this year’s European...
‘Summer Sails’ in the BVI
The British Virgin Islands Tourism Board is encouraging travellers to “ride the wave” into warmer weather and sunshine with the launch of “Summer Sails,” a new promotion spotlighting the destination’s yachting sector. The BVI’s 60 idyllic islands are full of adventure, culture and natural beauty that are sure to make a summer getaway memorable. For a short time only, guests can take advantage of discounts on a minimum seven-day sailing charter, or a five- or seven-day stay on land (depending on the property). Visitors using the promotion will also receive VIP...
Disney Cruise Line Unveils Fall 2019 Itineraries
In fall 2019, Disney Cruise Line will return to favourite destinations and home ports on a variety of itineraries, including adventures to Bermuda, Bahamas, Baja, Canada and the Caribbean. With cruises ranging from two-night getaways to week-long vacations and beyond, this season of sailings offers countless opportunities for families to delight in Disney magic, explore exotic locales and make lifelong memories together. Bookings open on May 24. The Disney Magic returns to New York in September for a selection of departures to a diverse collection of destinations, including Bermuda,...
Treading Lightly
The recent decision to halt tourism for six months on the island of Boracay, which the Head of State of the Philippines dubbed a “cesspool,” has reignited warning bells about the potential pitfalls of over tourism, writes assistant editor, Ann Ruppenstein in this week's digital edition of Canadian Travel Press. With tourism being the livelihood for many people and economies around the globe, for Trafalgar's Global CEO, Gavin Tollman, the situation is not only a worst-case scenario, but a stark warning for just how bad things can get if no action is taken. “We’ve got to be...
AC Set To Launch YVR-Melbourne Service
Air Canada is upbeat about the June start of its year-round, nonstop Vancouver-Melbourne service, which will be the third Australian city to see Air Canada aircraft touch down. The airline held a Toronto gathering Thursday to promote the service, with Air Canada's Marc Roy saying the carrier will use a B787 Dreamliner on the route, and labelling it an “amazing aircraft.” The route will initially see three flights a week. Air Canada is also touting what it says will be convenient connections from Toronto. Roy says Air Canada has high hopes for the route, pronouncing...
Universal Bringing Trick ‘r Treat To Life
Beginning Sept. 14, Universal Orlando Resort will bring Legendary Pictures’ cult Halloween classic Trick ‘r Treat to life in an all-new Halloween Horror Nights maze that dares guests “to live by the rules or suffer the consequences.” Based on the critically acclaimed and fan-favourite movie, directed by Michael Dougherty, the “Trick ‘r Treat” maze will transport your clients to Warren Valley, Ohio on Halloween night to celebrate the holiday’s dark traditions. Recreating some of the anthology’s most iconic scenes, the disturbing new maze invites brave thrill-seekers to...