Destinations
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...
Tourism Chief Upbeat About The Caribbean’s Future
High consumer demand and increased tourism investments in hotels and airport improvements bode well for the future of the Caribbean's tourism sector, which is exceeding 2018 expectations despite the fact that some hotels in six of the Caribbean's 32 major destinations are still in rebuilding mode following last year's hurricanes. “A growing number of travellers are understanding that the Caribbean is a vast region comprising many diverse destinations all rich in natural beauty, but each distinct in its history, music, culture, food and welcoming hospitality,” says Frank Comito, CEO...
FLYGTA Connects Downtown Toronto With Muskoka
Getting to cottage country in Ontario's Muskoka region from Toronto just got a little easier for those willing to spend little extra on a new air taxi service. FLYGTA has announced the launch of regularly scheduled air service from Toronto’s Billy Bishop Airport to the Muskoka Airport, taking flight as of June 15. Operating as a pilot project, the proposed flights will run from June to October. Flights will operate between Billy Bishop Airport and Muskoka Airport, with an approximate travel time of 35 minutes. The twin engine Piper Panther aircraft accommodates up to eight...
AC Celebrates New Ireland Service
Air Canada launched new seasonal non-stop service from Montreal to Dublin, Ireland, over the weekend. Flights are being operated until Oct. 12 using Air Canada's newest single-aisle aircraft, the Boeing 737 MAX 8 featuring a Premium Economy and Economy cabin configuration. Air Canada also offers Toronto-Shannon flights, up to daily non-stop Toronto-Dublin service, as well as seasonal non-stop Vancouver-Dublin...
Fly Free ‘Down Under’ With Goway
For a limited time, Goway Travel, in conjunction with Northern Territory Tourism, is offering free, one-way domestic flights to or from Australia’s Northern Territory. The deal is available for travel with any new Qantas airfare and land vacation booking to Australia. From the semi-arid desert of the Red Centre to the lush green waterfalls, dramatic wildlife and National Parks of the Top End, Goway says the Northern Territory is a great destination to visit any time of year. There are two ways to take advantage of this offer. Clients can purchase one of three special packages on...
China Outlook Serves As RVC Centrepiece
The role of the Chinese visitors in Canada's tourism industry got extra attention at this year's Rendez-vous Canada 2018, as cooperative tourism promotions by the two countries continue to take effect through the year, reports western editor, Ted Davis in this week's digital edition of Canadian Travel Press. The buzz created by the Canada-China Year of Tourism 2018 is helping to drive a growing interest in holiday visits to Canada by Chinese visitors, as well as vice versa. Travel companies in China sent 93 tourism product buyers to RVC this year – the highest of any country in...