Destinations
Curio Collection by Hilton Debuts in Asia Pacific
The Sanya Yazhou Bay Resort, Curio Collection by Hilton, is open, the first Curio Collection property in Greater China and Asia Pacific. Located on the West Coast of Hainan Island's southernmost city, Sanya Yazhou Bay Resort is only a short drive from renowned attractions to discover such as Dongtian Park, Nanshan Temple and the unique Tianya Haijiao. Sanya Yazhou Bay Resort's 267 rooms and suites include large soaking tubs and boast panoramic views of the sea, pool or tropical gardens. Other amenities include five food and beverage options – including a rooftop bar, a...
AC Launches Daily Montreal-Washington Flights
Air Canada has started daily year-round service between Montreal and Washington Dulles (IAD). In addition to well-timed connections to Air Canada's extensive network to Europe and North Africa, flights offer one-stop service to/from Quebec and Eastern Canada including Bagotville, Sept-Îles, Quebec City, Fredericton, Moncton, Bathurst, Saint John and Halifax. “We are happy to once again operate Montreal-Washington Dulles (IAD) flights that complement our existing twice daily flights to Washington National Airport and strengthen our market presence in the Washington, D.C., Metro...
Cuba Restrictions A Step Backward
Both the UNWTO and the WTTC have condemned the Trump Administration decision to restore travel restrictions to Cuba. The UNWTO's secretary-general, Taleb Rifai said that it “represents a step backwards and [is] a strong attack on the freedom of travel.” While David Scowsill, president & CEO of the WTTC, said that: “The Cuban people are directly benefiting from increased business and leisure travel to Havana. Travel brings income to the people who work in our industry. President Trump’s statements indicate that the Cuban people, rather than the government will be hit by...
Fort Worth Wishes Canada A Happy 150th
In celebration of Canada’s 150th anniversary, Fort Worth is sending birthday wishes to the country through an advertising, public relations and social media campaign – including special offers for Canadians – courtesy of the Fort Worth Convention & Visitors Bureau (FWCVB). More than 92,000 Canadians visit Fort Worth each year (two-thirds leisure, one-third business). “Canada is a priority international market for us,” said Bob Jameson, FWCVB president and CEO. “Non-stop flights from Vancouver, Toronto, Calgary and Montreal via American Airlines, Air Canada and...
It’s New. It’s Different. It’s Agents’ Choice 2017
Today's the big day, Agents' Choice 2017 is on its way to your Inbox – so stay tuned. The ballots have been counted. The results have been tabulated. The stories have been written. The pages have been designed. And the 18th annual edition of the most comprehensive survey of Canadian travel agents is ready to go. It's hard to believe that it has been 18 years since we launched the Agents' Choice Awards Poll. The first edition of our annual survey appeared way back in 2000, not as a supplement, but as a special feature in both Canadian Travel Press and Travel Courier, with a...
Expedia Opens Cuba Hotel Market To Canadians
The Expedia group reports that travellers in Canada and around the globe can now book hotels in Cuba on its global points of sale, including Expedia.ca, Hotels.com, Travelocity, Orbitz and CheapTickets. From the historic streets of Havana and Hemingway’s homestead in San Francisco de Paula, to the cobbled colonial town of Trinidad and beyond, Canadian travellers can leverage Expedia sites to research and book hotels throughout Cuba. Cuba has long been a popular destination for Canadians, with nearly a million visitors annually, representing more than 40% of all visitors to the...
NCL Joy Completes First Preview Cruise From Shanghai
After maiden calls to Singapore, Qingdao, Shenzhen and Hong Kong, Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL) welcomed its newest cruise ship, Norwegian Joy, to its new home port of Shanghai, China. The arrival of Joy to Shanghai marks a significant milestone for the cruise line as it enters the Chinese cruise market. From the first race track at sea to the innovative virtual reality experiences available at the Galaxy Pavilion to the 28 local and international dining options, Norwegian Joy has an abundance of features that will appeal to the modern Chinese family, including staterooms especially...
TAT Names Shubert National Marketing Manager for Canada
A familiar face will be on hand when the Tourist Authority of Thailand (TAT) opens its first Canadian office this fall. The TAT announced earlier this year that it plans to open the office in downtown Toronto in September or October. Kayla Shubert (pictured on the left), who's been carrying the flag for the TAT in Canada for 16 years, has been working from her home. It wasn't immediately clear when the tourist authority announced the upcoming move what role – if any – Shubert would have in the upcoming office. But authorities at this year's Thailand Travel Mart Plus 2017 in...