Destinations
NĀRAT Hosting Ultimate Kenya Fam
NĀRAT is hosting an April 13-22, 2018 fam to Kenya. Participating agents will learn and discover destination selling highlights of Kenya's legendary Maasai Mara, home of the Big 5 and the famous Masai Tribes. In addition to other well-known locations, agents will be introduced to Amboseli National Park in the vicinity of Mt. Kilimanjaro, regarded as the best place in the world to view free ranging African elephants, and Nakuru National Park, renown in addition to its rhinoceros, as Africa's Ornithological Paradise for its plethora of African bird species including its sea...
Interjet Celebrates Canadian Service
Mexican carrier Interjet is inviting passengers travelling with it between Canada and Mexico to stretch their legs a little while airborne. This fall has seen the airline begin linking Montreal, Toronto and Vancouver with both Mexico City and Cancun, and an airline that has traditionally had a somewhat low profile in this country says it has a couple of aces up its sleeve when it comes to attracting Canadian clients, among them being able to offer them added comfort. Miguel Arana Martinez of the airline's head office told PressToday during a Wednesday Toronto gathering that...
Jamaica Pop-Up Party Helps Launch Sunwing Flights
A four-day Feel the Vibe Jamaica Pop Up Shop in Vancouver wrapped up operations earlier this week, but more long term effects are anticipated as a result, with the start of new flights to Jamaica from YVR. The Jamaica Tourist Board invited Vancouverites to experience the sights, sounds and tastes of Jamaica through the colourful and interactive pop-up shop, which was set up in the Yaletown neighbourhood of the city. It opened in the afternoons at 4 p.m. and closed late – 12 midnight on Thursday, Friday and Sunday and at 2 a.m. on Saturday. The mini-Jamaica shop was designed to...
Waikiki WOW Factor
It’s a far different Waikiki that surfing pioneer Duke Kahanamoku oversees now, and hopefully he would be pleased, reports western editor, Ted Davis in this week's digital edition of Travel Courier. The famous spokesman of the surf, whose statue borders the beach, would see that the last remains of a rustic Waikiki are long gone. But he might also observe that the more gimmicky, down market aspects of Hawaii’s top destination have been largely dismissed, as a wave of change sweeps down Kalakaua Avenue and through the rest of Waikiki. Presumably, he would be happy to see that...
Sunshine State Keeps on Shining
Florida Governor Rick Scott has announced that the Sunshine State has set another tourism record by welcoming the highest number of visitors of any nine months in the state’s history – 88.2 million visitors. This represents a 3.3% increase over the 85.4 million visitors from the same period in 2016. This includes 77.6 million domestic visitors, 7.9 million overseas visitors and 2.7 million Canadians visitors. Governor Scott commented, “Florida has had three record quarters in 2017, which would not be possible without our relentless work to market Florida as the top tourism...
Introducing Celebrity Flora
Celebrity Cruises is taking adventure cruising to a new level with the unveiling of Celebrity Flora, designed expressly for the Galapagos Islands. One of the most energy-efficient ships of its size, the 100-guest Flora will offer seamless sea-to-shore transportation and includes anchorless technology that maintains the ship’s position while protecting the sensitive sea floor. Innovative outward-facing design gives guests 360-degree views of the islands, while personal suite attendants, new dining venues, an open-air stargazing platform, and expert-led ecological seminars round out...
Christmas, Harry Potter-Style
Through Jan. 6, travellers can celebrate the most wonderful time of year at Universal Orlando Resort’s destination-wide Holidays celebration. Guests of all ages can enjoy a Holiday celebration like no other where they can witness the magic of Christmas in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter, watch all-new larger-than-life balloons and floats fill the streets during Universal’s Holiday Parade featuring Macy’s, uncover the true meaning of Grinchmas, rock around the Music Plaza Stage to Mannheim Steamroller, and more. For the first time ever, Christmas is coming to The Wizarding...
Carnival to Increase Capacity From Galveston, New Orleans
Carnival Cruise Line has announced it will expand capacity on its short cruise offerings from Galveston and New Orleans beginning in 2019. Carnival Dream will launch four- and five-day cruises to Mexico year-round from Galveston beginning in May 2019, becoming the newest and largest Carnival ship to operate a short cruise program from that port. In turn, Carnival Valor, currently based in Galveston, will shift to New Orleans to begin year-round four- and five-day cruises from the Big Easy beginning May 2019. It will be the largest ship to offer a year-round short cruise schedule...