Destinations
The Nightmare Continues At Universal
Fans may have thought it was over, but he’s still out there... this fall, Michael Myers makes his return to Universal Orlando Resort and Universal Studios Hollywood’s Halloween Horror Nights in an all-new maze inspired by the second film in the classic horror series, “Halloween.” The iconic horror film sequel continues the story of masked killer, Michael Myers, as he stalks an entire town and relentlessly pursues his victims. Now, his focus turns to guests as Universal joins forces with Compass International Pictures to bring the haunting film’s most suspenseful and...
US Set To Expand Cuba Flight Options
The U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) has proposed to select eight US airlines to begin scheduled flights between Atlanta, Charlotte, Fort Lauderdale, Houston, Los Angeles, Miami, Newark, New York City, Orlando and Tampa and Havana as early as this fall. The proposal comes nearly one year after the United States and Cuba re-established diplomatic relations in July 2015. “Today we take another important step toward delivering on President Obama’s promise to re-engage Cuba,” said U.S. Transportation Secretary Anthony Foxx. “Restoring regular air service holds tremendous...
PATA Canada Wants Your Opinion
PATA Canada is running a survey on agent interest on Asia Pacific, as well as trying to get agent feedback on how they attend webinars. There are eight questions and PATA is offering participants a chance to win one of eight prizes. The following is a link to the survey:...
Trips Sure To Beat The Heat
Not every traveller chases the sun, and some even dread the thought of summer’s sticky cities and crowded beaches. With this in mind, Exodus Travels has come up with its top 10 cool climate trips departing this month and in August: Dolomites Centre-Based Cycling: Cyclists can escape the heat in the high altitudes of Dolomites and avoid sweat inducing climbs on this new centre-based bike tour in Italy. The area is criss-crossed by a network of quiet lanes and purpose-built cycle paths to nearby medieval towns, perfect for enjoying at a steady pace. Average daytime temperature: 22-24...
Royal Caribbean To Build New Miami Terminal
Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd. has signed an agreement with Miami-Dade County to construct and operate a new cruise terminal at PortMiami, on land leased from the County. The new terminal will be a striking addition to PortMiami and will serve as homeport to Royal Caribbean International ships, including a 5,400-passenger Oasis-class ship, the world’s largest. The agreement will come before the Miami-Dade County Board of County Commissioners on July 6. “We are truly excited to be working with Miami-Dade County and PortMiami to create not just another cruise terminal, but a truly...
Brexit: Boon Or Bust?
Canadian travellers may be one of the few winners in the aftermath of Britain's surprise decision to leave the European Union (EU), reports managing editor, Michael Baginski in this week's digital edition of Travel Courier. As ramifications of the so-called Brexit vote continue to unravel, and with them the strength of the British pound, visitors to the United Kingdom will find a destination that is more affordable than it has been in decades. Post vote, the pound had plummeted to a 31-year low; at press time it registered Cdn. $1.74 – close to 15 cents lower than before the...
Insight 2017 Europe Preview
Insight Vacations, which has released a 2017 Europe Preview program, is reminding agents that their clients can save on a European holiday by booking early. Clients can now make Europe a reality in 2017 with Insight's early booking offer, featuring eight of its Luxury Gold itineraries. Between now and early September, clients are able to lock in guaranteed 2016 pricing for 2017 journeys with a $200 per person deposit on one of the more than 80 itineraries featured in the new Preview program. In the instance that the 2017 price is lower than in 2016, Insight will refund the...
DoubleTree by Hilton Opens in Veracruz, Mexico
Hilton Worldwide has opened the new 226-room DoubleTree by Hilton Veracruz, conveniently located across from the beach overlooking the harbour, with direct access to the historic centre and the shopping, business and entertainment district. The DoubleTree by Hilton Veracruz is located eight miles from the airport and offers 226 guest rooms and suites in a nine-storey contemporary modern style building with marble floors, wide aisles and a great view of the open ocean and harbour. All rooms feature the Sweet Dreams bed by DoubleTree Sleep Experience, as well as flat screen TVs with...