Destinations
Collaboration, Communication Are Key In A Crisis
A recent hosted by the Caribbean Tourism Organization (CTO) and the Caribbean Hotel and Tourism Association (CHTA) turned the spotlight on the pivotal role of effective, strategic crisis communications when responding to, and recovering from, natural and manmade disasters. And the consensus was clear -- collaboration across regional, national and community levels, paired with efficient, proactive communications, forms the backbone of successful crisis management and resilience in the tourism sector. Neil Walters, Acting Secretary General of the intergovernmental CTO, noted that just...
Something Developing At Great Canadian Casino Resort Toronto
The new Great Canadian Casino Resort Toronto (“Great Canadian Toronto”) has unveiled the latest developments at the $1 billion property, introducing the Poker Room at Great Canadian Toronto later this summer, and the opening of the brand-new 400-room The Hotel at Great Canadian Casino Resort Toronto on Aug. 1. Reservations for The Hotel are now open and can be made by visiting Great Canadian Toronto’s website. The first phase of Great Canadian Toronto opened on June 20, unveiling a new gaming floor featuring 4,800 slot machines, 145 table games, a variety of dining options...
File, Kalbfleisch Join Little Canada Team
Little Canada has added two travel and tourism experts to its team. Lyndon File joins as Director of Guest Experience, while Krista Kalbfleisch takes on the role of Leader of Marketing and Tourism. Brad Ford, Little Canada President and CEO, said: “Little Canada continues to attract outstanding industry talent in support of our holistic guest and tour group growth strategy.” Ford continued: “Our Founder and Chief Visionary Officer Jean-Louis Brenninkmeijer and I are pleased to welcome Lyndon and Krista to the leadership team, dedicated to delivering guest delight, excitement,...
‘Craft Your Own Fate’ CHTA Boss Urges Industry
Craft your own fate … that was the message from the president of the Caribbean Hotel Association (CHTA) recently when she urged the region’s travel and tourism sector to take control of its future and ‘not be driven by the agendas of interests outside the region.’ Nicola Madden-Greig observed that while overall tourism activity in the Caribbean is almost back to pre-pandemic levels, with some destinations growing by ‘leaps and bounds,’ others are lingering in recovery mode, largely because of an imbalance in the dispersal of flights and insufficient marketing...
IATA Projects Hong Kong Recovery By End Of 2024
IATA has upgraded its passenger traffic projections for Hong Kong, indicating it will recover to pre-crisis levels by the end of 2024. As well, the global aviation industry association welcomed the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (SAR) government’s efforts to ease the city’s labour crunch in the aviation sector. The revised projections by IATA bring Hong Kong in line with expectations for a faster recovery in the Asia-Pacific region. Willie Walsh, IATA’s Director General, said that: “The situation is looking bright for Hong Kong. China’s earlier than expected...
Iberostar Selection Albufera Now Open In Majorca
Iberostar Hotels & Resorts has unveiled the latest addition to its portfolio, the Iberostar Selection Albufera. The sustainable family resort opened its doors this month, introducing the company’s all-inclusive model to Spain. The opening of this property created over 400 jobs in Palma de Majorca and reinforces Iberostar’s steadfast commitment to exceptional quality and service. Located in the north of Majorca on the seafront of the Playa de Muro, the resort is a new product based on the demanding sustainability criteria that Iberostar promotes across all of its operations...
Canada 365: Welcoming The World, Every Day
Canada has released its long-awaited tourism growth strategy and it’s clear that the federal government is intent on unleashing the full potential of Canadian tourism and in the process, cementing Canada as a top global destination. Minister of Tourism and Associate Minister of Finance, Randy Boissonnault unveiled Canada 365: Welcoming the world. Every day. – the country’s new federal tourism growth strategy. Minister Boissonnault observed that: “Now is the time to come together and combine forces -- across all orders of government and throughout the industry -- to power the...
Discover The Palm Beaches Activates Accessible Tourism Program
Discover The Palm Beaches has announced the implementation of an accessibility program aimed at bettering the community’s preparedness to welcome all travellers, no matter their ability level. The accessibility plan focuses on enhancing information and resources through strategic partnerships and assessments with the International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Standards (IBCCES), Wheel the World and Travelability. The goal is to help the destination improve accessibility for all travelers by identifying places to stay and things to do, educating partners and...