Destinations
Beaches Debuts New Live Shows in Turks & Caicos
Beaches Resorts has partnered with Canadian-based production company Creativiva Caribbean Inc. to introduce “Voilà,” a series of live cinematic entertainment shows, at Beaches Turks & Caicos Resort Villages and Spa. Launching this month, Creativiva Caribbean Inc. will perform four weekly live productions on the resort’s main stage – Alice in Wonderland, Treasure Island, Jungle Book Live and Dolce Vita. “We are so excited to share this brand new experience with our guests,” said Adam Stewart, deputy chairman and CEO of Sandals Resorts International. “Partnering...
Iceland Remains a Hot Destination for Goway
Iceland, introduced to Goway's Europe program in 2014, has quickly become one of the company’s most popular destinations, be it as a holiday on its own or as a stopover en route to Europe with Iceland Air. The island country is a popular cruise stop and as a standalone cruise option, with Goway offering a 10-day circumnavigation cruise to accommodate the cruise traveller. According to the Iceland Review Online, no less than 155 cruise ships are expected this summer, exceeding last year’s record number of 113. The long days of summer offer plenty of daylight hours to hike the...
America Is Open For Business
US Commerce Secretary, Wilbur Ross toned down the Trump administration rhetoric when he told some 6,000 delegates attending IPW last week, “Let me be clear: America is open for business and open to the millions of international visitors who wish us well.” In this week's digital edition of Canadian Travel Press, Mike Dunbar reports that Ross' surprisingly upbeat remarks drew cheers and applause, especially when he declared, “This administration recognizes the power of travel as an enabling platform for business, a gateway to education and a bridge to bring people...
Grenada Signs MOU With Airbnb
It’s official. The Government of Grenada has signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) to formalize and implement a cohesive partnership with the global home-sharing company, Airbnb. Grenada’s Minister of Tourism, Dr. Clarice Modeste-Curwen, signed on behalf of the Government of Grenada in a conference held during the Caribbean Tourism Organization’s annual Caribbean Week. The signing of the MOU is part of ongoing efforts by the Grenada Tourism Authority (GTA) to maximize exposure of the tri-island destination of Grenada, Carriacou and Petite Martinique, and will act as a...
Saint Lucia Welcoming All Agents
The Saint Lucia Tourist Board (SLTB) has launched its annual travel agent incentive program, Saint Lucia Agent Months (SLAM). Now in its seventh year, SLAM’s aim is to showcase Saint Lucia to visiting agents so that they have an intimate knowledge of the island. It is also an opportunity for agents to conduct site inspections at various hotels. SLAM runs through Nov. 30 and includes special rates on accommodations, tours and attractions. Participating hotels and resorts include: Alize Inn, Anse Chastanet, BLU St. Lucia, BodyHoliday Saint Lucia, Coco Palm, Fond Doux Plantation...
On The Road in The Bahamas
Travel agents from across Canada and PressToday are gathered in The Bahamas this week for the Out Islands Adventure FAM trip hosted by TravelBrands and the Bahamas Tourist Office. Based at the all-inclusive Melia Nassau Beach Resort, the group will spend the week island hopping, exploring the unique character of three out islands – Bimini, Abaco and Eleuthera. Agents can book an out island adventure for clients through TravelBrands’ Amazing Islands Collection, part of its Experiences by Sunquest program. Pictured (l-r) Steven Johnson, senior manager, Bahamas Tourist Office...
City Sightseeing Expands Into Orlando
City Sightseeing Worldwide has launched its newest operation in Orlando, Florida. The launch of City Sightseeing Orlando, a sightseeing hop-on, hop-off provider, was made possible by forming a partnership with Florida Dolphin Tours, a premier sightseeing and tour company with more than 20 years of experience. City Sightseeing Orlando connects the main attractions of the city such as Disney Springs, Universal Orlando Resort and SeaWorld, with one- to 14-day combo tickets available. The 22-stop tour allows travellers to visit the most exciting places in the city while listening to...
Will They Or Won’t They?
Staff at the Tourist Office of Spain's Toronto office plan to hit the bricks June 14 and 15 and possibly after those dates to protest what they say is the “critical economic situation” they find themselves in, reports Ian Stalker in this week's digital edition of Travel Courier. The union representing the workers says their salaries have been frozen for almost a decade while others working abroad on behalf of the Spanish government, such as ambassadors, have seen salary hikes this year. Tourist office staff in Argentina have already walked off the job and others in US cities that...