Destinations
Canadian Travel to the Caribbean Still Hot
Although Canadian tourism to the Caribbean took a tumble in 2015, the Caribbean Tourism Organization’s secretary general Hugh Riley says the country is expected to continue on a positive growth trajectory despite the impact of the hurricanes that recently affected 25% of its member countries. “Canada was a strong performer during the first half of 2017 with arrivals from this country up 6.4% when compared to the same period in 2016,” he said, addressing media at a press conference in Toronto yesterday (Nov. 13) part of the annual Caribbean Week events held in the city. “This...
See St. Lucia Topless
Travellers to Saint Lucia are being invited to explore the island topless – in the comfort of a legendary vehicle, the Mini Cooper and the See St. Lucia Topless Mini Cooper Road Trip. As the name suggests the Mini Cooper Road Trip takes adventure seekers off the beaten path in the comfort of a convertible – seeing Saint Lucia Topless or in air conditioned luxury. Guests get to take in the historical landmarks, traverse the lush country sides and enjoy guided tours of the most sort after sites like the Sulphur Springs Park, the world’s only drive-in volcano. Perfect for...
Top Five Reasons To Cruise The Caribbean
The Caribbean is open for business and Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) is encouraging travellers to plan a cruise to this exotic region. Despite recent hurricanes, the vast majority of Caribbean cruise ports are open and welcoming cruise travellers daily. CLIA is highlighting why now is the time for travellers to consider planning and booking a Caribbean cruise vacation. “First and foremost, our hearts go out to those impacted by the hurricanes in the Caribbean; they are a cherished part of our cruise family. CLIA cruise line members have joined in Caribbean relief...
Antigua Invites Travellers to ‘Warm Up Their Winter’
Antigua has unveiled its 2017/2018 winter marketing campaign for North America inviting visitors to “Warm Up Their Winter” on the Caribbean island. The campaign showcases the destination’s beaches and tropical climate just as much of the north transitions into the colder months. Antigua was recently named the “Caribbean’s Most Romantic Destination” for the third year in a row at the World Travel Awards. “We want everyone to book Antigua now. We are an unrivaled destination with 365 postcard-worthy beaches, world-class resorts and more,” said Colin James, CEO of the...
Trafalgar Commemorates the End of the First World War
As Remembrance Day approaches, 2018 will be a historically significant year Canada as we not only honour those 650,000 Canadian men and women who served and fought in The Great War, but also commemorate the end of the war. Trafalgar invites Canadian travellers to join them on an immersive journey to the most poignant battlefields and monuments in southern Britain, northern France, Belgium and the Netherlands. On the 12-Day WWI & WWII Battlefields, Trafalgar takes guests beyond the expected to explore the important military sites and cultural history of Europe. “2018 will mark...
An Ace In Jamaica At Sandals, Baxter Tournament
After a few fun-filled days on the green, with Red Stripe and beach-side relaxation in between, the 2017 Canadian Travel Industry Golf Tournament presented by Baxter Travel Media and Sandals Resorts wrapped up another successful year in Jamaica, reports assistant editor, Ann Ruppenstein in this week's digital edition of Travel Courier. Held at Sandals Ochi Beach Resort and Sandals Golf & Country Club on Oct. 26-29, the 23rd annual event featured travel trade participants from across Canada for two days of golf and skill-testing competitions, special functions with the likes of Bert...
Caribbean Ball Set For Friday
As part of Caribbean Week in Toronto, a Caribbean Ball, in support of the CTO Foundation and the Hurricane Relief Fund, will be held Friday (Nov. 10) at the Doubletree Hilton Toronto Downtown, Mandarin Ballroom. Open to the public, tickets are $175. The event runs from 6:30 p.m. to midnight. Master of ceremonies is Nneka Elliott, host of an online Caribbean lifestyle talk show called “NNEKA.” For tickets, visit...
A Better Way To Fly
The recent celebrations marking a decade of services by Air New Zealand to Vancouver were given special context by the event location, and by the performers who took part, reports western editor, Ted Davis. The gathering was staged at the Bill Reid Gallery of Northwest Coast Art, an ideal location for Sam George, an Elder from the Squamish Nation in North Vancouver, to welcome dignitaries and guests to the event. His performance echoed one by his grandfather, Chief Dan George. That was followed by a performance by the Te Tini A Maui Kapa Haka group, which is based in Vancouver, but...