Destinations
There’s Nothing Like Australia
The spotlight was on Australia last night (Sept. 29) as Tourism Australia officials held an industry event at Proof Lounge in Toronto to update travel agents and suppliers on all things new Down Under. With Canadian arrival numbers to Australia on the rise, Robert Keddy, head of commercial partnerships, The Americas, for Tourism Australia, thanked the partners on hand. Numbers were up 1.7% for the last 12 months ending in July, and a whopping 17% in July itself, thanks in part to new Air Canada-Brisbane service. “Canada punches beyond its weight,” said Keddy. Key campaign...
Dominica, Saint Lucia Weather The Storm
Initial reports indicate that Dominica (pictured) and Saint Lucia have weathered the passage of Tropical Storm Matthew. To date, there have been no reports of loss from the tourism sector in Dominica. According to officials, businesses are open and clean-up efforts are ongoing. Utility companies are actively working to restore service to affected areas. Island accommodations and other tourism establishments have weathered the storm with little to no disruptions to normal operations and are open to receive visitors. The Douglas – Charles Airport has reopened and ferry services are...
Globus, Cosmos Launch 2017 North America Tours
Globus has unveiled its selection of North America tours for 2017, including new “Special Event” getaways and, for the first time, trips to Mexico. “We really have something for any client who’d love to travel in the company of new-found friends, on a hassle-free itinerary where you can leave the driving to someone else,” says Stéphanie Bishop, managing director for the Globus family of brands in Canada. “Whether they want to soak in that famous Southern hospitality, experience the majesty of Alaska or get to know their own country a bit better – it’s all there for...
Turkey Has New Website
The Turkish Office of Culture and Tourism in Canada has unveiled its new website – www.turkeytourism.ca. The website can serve as a tool for agents as well as clients travelling to Turkey. It houses brochures and videos, as well as links to information for travellers, including a link to an E-visa website. Tourism authorities add they also have a designated email address for questions/inquiries –...
Air Canada Adds Six New Routes To Its Network
Air Canada has announced the addition of six new destinations to its international network, including year-round Boeing 787-9 service between Toronto and Mumbai and between Vancouver and Taipei. The new services will launch for summer 2017, with the Montreal-Algiers and the Vancouver-Taipei routes subject to government approvals. “Toronto-Mumbai is our third route between Canada and India starting with the launch of Toronto-Delhi service last fall, and Nagoya will be our fourth airport in Japan,” said Benjamin Smith, president, Passenger Airlines at Air Canada. “With these new...
Canadians Set Their Sights On Seoul
A growing number of Canadian travellers are setting their sights on Seoul, reports Ann Ruppenstein in this week's digital edition of Travel Courier. According to the Korea Tourism Organization (KTO), the number of visitors from Canada has increased an average of 4% to 10% during the past three years and just over 145,000 Canadians visited the destination last year. In celebration of Air Canada's recently launched non-stop service between Toronto and Seoul Incheon International Airport, the airline and KTO hosted a VIP fam trip, attended by Travel Courier, highlighting some of the...
DeNureTours Unveils 2017 Lineup
DeNureTours has launched its 2017 brochure, complete with new logo and a new focus for the company. Not only does the publication feature new tours and destinations, but it also signifies an evolution for DeNureTours – which officials say is no longer satisfied with simply offering travel options, but more focused on providing the inspiration for travel. “We are so excited about the array of tours featured in our new brochure,” said Julia Bryan, general manager of DeNureTours. “We spent the last year reflecting on our core values and shaping our vision for the future, and...
Germans Say Prost to Travel Trade
The German National Tourist Office and partners Lufthansa and the Chelsea Hotel hosted a trade gathering last night to celebrate Oktoberfest and talk all things Germany. “I'm a serious person and I have some serious news to tell you about Germany,” laughed GNTO's Director, Marketing & Sales, Canada, Antje Splettstoesser. “You have to learn the proper way to say 'prost' [cheers].” Guests at the event, held at the Chelsea Hotel in Toronto, enjoyed German food such as sausage, sauerkraut and preztels, and suds courtesy of the Mill Street Brewery. Pictured are (l-r)...