Destinations
California Shines In Canada
A mega-delegation of California destination representatives are in Canada this week to meet with agents and operators and make sure they know that not only are Canadians welcome, – well, actually everyone is – but that the state offers a wide range of tourism experiences that will appeal to virtually everyone. With stops planned in Toronto, Calgary and Vancouver, the trade delegation includes representatives from the Beverly Hills Conference & Visitors Bureau, the Central Coast Tourism Council, Greater Palm Springs Convention & Visitors Bureau, Los Angeles Tourism &...
On the Road in Ireland
From taking in filming locations for Game of Thrones to a sunny day at the scenic Giant’s Causeway despite threats of a storm rolling in, PressToday is on location in Ireland this week for what’s proving to be an adventurous FAM along with Canadian travel agents and tour operators. “The goal is really to increase business to Ireland and brand awareness,” explains Jonathan Sargeant, trade promotions and e-marketing executive at Tourism Ireland, about the annual FAM. “We normally do two nights in Northern Ireland to get the message out about the beautiful city of Belfast and...
Surf’s Up
For many travellers, Taiwan is largely defined by the retail/culinary attractions of the capital city Taipei, with its busy, cosmopolitan environs. And while that outlook is entirely valid, it fails to encompass the many other cultural and nature-borne aspects of this island at the top of the South China Sea, reports western editor, Ted Davis in this week's digital edition of Travel Courier. Taiwan tourism authorities are increasingly emphasizing the charms of Taiwan outside the city limits of Taipei, and many tour options are available that demonstrate that. Near to Taipei, for...
WestJet Connects Hamilton-Las Vegas
WestJet will begin non-stop service between Hamilton, Ont. and Las Vegas, effective Dec. 29. Service between John C. Munro Hamilton International Airport in Hamilton and McCarran International Airport in Las Vegas will operate twice weekly beginning Dec. 29, running through April 27,...
Goway Expands 2018 Central, South America Program
Goway Travel has released its 2018 Central and South America Travel Planner highlighted by new destinations and a variety of products. Officials say it’s a comprehensive selling tool for agents when it comes to South and Central America and the Polar regions. Goway’s travel module allows travellers formula to combine city stopovers with South America’s big-name attractions and boutique travel ideas, from Mexico to Patagonia and beyond. Itinerary choices are from three- to five-star level. New additions include: Norwegian Cruise Line sailings around South America; and...
WestJet Launches Montreal-Boston Service
WestJet had launched the start of service between Montreal and Boston, marking the last of three new routes introduced by the airline from Montreal this year. WestJet has significantly expanded its service to, from and within the province of Quebec in 2017,” said Brian Znotins, WestJet vice-president, Network Planning, Alliances and Corporate Development. “This expansion demonstrates our commitment to bring lower airfares to communities across Canada and create new opportunities for business and leisure travellers to get more value for their travel budgets.” WestJet began...
Sunwing Adds Antigua
Sunwing has added Antigua to its roster of sun destinations in the Caribbean. The tour operator will be offering year round service from Toronto, with direct weekly flights departing between Nov. 10 and Oct. 26, 2018, inclusive. There will also be a seasonal flight service from Montreal between Nov. 26 and March 18, 2018, inclusive. Those who travel with Sunwing to the island could be among the first guests to stay at the new Starfish Jolly Beach Resort (pictured). Other available properties include The Verandah Resort and Spa, the Pineapple Beach Club and St. James Club and...
VisitBritain Says Canada Is GREAT!
Canada is set to play a key role in Britain’s drive to spread the inbound tourism load more equitably throughout a nation where the capital city currently accounts for 53% of all inbound spend; leaving 35% for the rest of England, 8% for Scotland and 2% for Wales, reports Quebec editor, Mike Dunbar in this week's digital edition of Canadian Travel Press. This country is already playing its part as a top-ten tourist provider but, more importantly, as a market that bucks the London-centric trend and is more likely than most to explore what the rest of the British Isles has to...