Destinations
Thompson Okanagan Earns WTTC Accolades
British Columbia's Thompson Okanagan Tourism Association has won the World Travel & Tourism Council's (WTTC) Tourism for Tomorrow Destination Award. The WTTC Tourism for Tomorrow Awards showcase business practices of the highest standards within Travel & Tourism. The 2018 Awards winners are industry leaders who promote inclusive growth, and work toward a greener future as a result of their proactive contributions to sustainable development and the UN's Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Following a rigorous 5-stage judging process, which includes an onsite evaluation,...
Time Running Out To Win Fort Myers, Sanibel Trip
A lucky travel agent and a companion will be vacationing on some sun-splashed Florida beaches, thanks to The Beaches of Fort Myers and Sanibel, WestJet and The Outrigger Beach Resort. The destination, carrier and the resort are together offering a prize that includes return travel from Toronto with WestJet, as well as four night's accommodations courtesy of the Outrigger Beach Resort. Travel must be taken between May 15 and Dec. 15, subject to availability. Blackout periods may apply, and taxes and surcharges are not included. Those entering the contest must answer this question...
AC Offers Daily Edmonton-San Francisco Service
Air Canada has inaugurated non-stop daily flights between Edmonton and San Francisco. “The tech, innovation and creative industries, together with legendary tourist and outdoor attractions in both Northern California and Northern Alberta make this a prime destination for business and vacation travellers alike, and we are pleased to launch the only non-stop flights linking Alberta's capital to the Bay Area,” said Benjamin Smith, president, Passenger Airlines at Air Canada. “Our Edmonton-San Francisco route is the latest addition to our strategically expanding network, and is one...
Belfast City Airport Gets Major Upgrade
Work is now underway on a £15 million upgrade project that's designed to improve the passenger experience at George Best Belfast City Airport. The major infrastructure investment includes an upgrade of the airports departure lounge, incorporating its retail, food and beverage offering This element of the works is being delivered by leading construction company H&J Martin Fit Out, which is now on site at the airport. Work is now progressing on the first phase of the project which involves demolition works and preparation of areas for the new retail fit-out and is on...
Air Canada Launches Into Summer 2018
Air Canada has inaugurated non-stop service between Toronto and Omaha, the first of 25 new year-round and seasonal routes the carrier is launching this summer. The new non-stop routes are consistent with company growth plans and will extend Air Canada's network with new destinations and city pairings in Canada, the US and internationally. “Air Canada is well established as a leading global carrier now serving 222 destinations on six continents. These route additions broaden and deepen our already expansive network by adding new destinations and city pairings,” said Benjamin...
Massachusetts Has A Whale Of A Trail
There's no doubt that Massachusetts has a whale of a tale to tell, so it's not surprising that the Massachusetts Office of Travel and Tourism (MOTT) unveiled the first-of-its-kind Massachusetts Whale Trail. The trail is a major collaboration among Bay State tourism destinations for the promotion of assets stretching from Provincetown to Pittsfield. Telling the story of the Commonwealth through its connection to whales, the Massachusetts Whale Trail features nearly 40 stops along the coast as well as a literary tangent connecting sites in Western Massachusetts. Whale Trail partners...
Go For a Ride in Switzerland
A wise man – Albert Einstein – once said, “Life is like riding a bicycle. To keep your balance, you must keep moving.” With biking being a focus of the promotional efforts for Switzerland this year, those were also the words Pascal Prinz, Director Canada for Switzerland Tourism used to kick-off a summer launch event held in Toronto last night (May 1). Along with breathtaking scenery from rolling hills to lakes, rivers and mountains, he says cyclists may even encounter some new friends en route. “We guarantee you the most enjoyable bike ride in the world. Why do you think...
WestJet Launches Inaugural Halifax/Gatwick Flight
WestJet officially launched its route between Halifax and London (Gatwick) April 30. The departure of WS24 marked the start of daily, non-stop service between Halifax Stanfield International Airport and Gatwick Airport until Oct. 26. It is the first time the airline has used its newest aircraft, the Boeing 737-8 MAX for transatlantic travel. On May 31, WestJet will launch its inaugural flight between Halifax and Paris using the same aircraft. The flight will mark the first time WestJet will land on the European...