Destination Canada has launched a new pilot project called the Tourism Corridor Strategy Program, which aims to accelerate the intentional development of tourism corridors or clusters of tourism assets across Canada.
In partnership with a variety of stakeholders across provincial and territorial boundaries, this collaborative project will benefit not only the communities and destinations involved but will also bolster Canada's competitiveness by giving visitors more reasons to travel to new regions across Canada.
A corridor is a geographic region or a route that connects different...
The Antigua and Barbuda Tourism Authority is launching a new television and digital campaign to promote the twin-island destination of Antigua and Barbuda to visitors.
The hero TV spot features iconic and famous landmarks and attractions across both islands, including the Valley Church Beach, Shirley Heights, Devil’s Bridge, Barbuda’s famous Pink Sand Beach, Barbuda Belle and Barbudan institution ‘Uncle Roddy’s,’ Sheer Rocks restaurant, Stingray City and the Hells Gate Steel Orchestra.
But the real stars of the campaign are the Antiguan and Barbudan nationals who appear...
Michelin Guide has revealed its 2023 Dubai selections, with 3 new one MICHELIN Star restaurants and one new two Starred, the 2023 edition of the MICHELIN Guide Dubai confirms the appeal of this culinary hotspot
The prestigious Michelin Guide has recognized Dubai as a world gastronomic destination of note. The emirate's enviable culinary reputation is sprinkled with innovative dining experiences, hidden neighbourhood gems, and creative menus that reflect Arabian traditions, world flavours and new-age fusion – all to delicious effect.
After the renowned success of the inaugural...
Brand USA, in partnership with Collette, trained 409 advisors and premiered its third big-screen film “Into Nature’s Wild” during a six-city roadshow across Canada.
The cross-Canada tour made stops in Ottawa, Halifax, Winnipeg, Edmonton, Calgary and Vancouver. In each city, the screening also included a networking reception and a prize draw with the chance to win two tickets, provided by United Airlines, to the USA.
Brand USA senior manager, Casey Canevari, hosted the events and showcased on screen all of the travel trade resources available from Brand USA to help educate...
The Hon. Randy Boissonnault, Minister of Tourism and Associate Minister of Finance, Government of Canada and MP for Edmonton Centre, makes a point in conversation with Travel Courier that: “Tourism is not only a key economic driver, it’s Canada’s largest service export. As such, it is very fitting to say that Canada is powered by Tourism. Yet, we still want to take this concept to the next level, not just for now, but for decades to come.”
Boissonnault points out that “The fact that the Prime Minister has appointed me as Canada’s first stand-alone tourism minister...
The Hong Kong Tourism Board (HKTB) and Cathay Pacific would like you to experience what’s new in Hong Kong.
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On the heels of its recent launch in Canada, with the addition of a selection of 10 independent hotels and resorts to its collections -- including nine properties in partnership with Prestige Hotels & Resorts -- WorldHotels is showcasing British Columbia this summer.
Ron Pohl, President of WorldHotels, said that: “As WorldHotels ventures into new global markets, we are proud to invite travellers to discover new hotel and resort experiences within our portfolio.”
Pohl continued: “Our new Canadian portfolio offers an incredibly diverse selection of hotels that offer truly...
Destination Canada and the Tourism Industry Association of Canada (TIAC) have announced that Edmonton will be the official host of Rendez-vous Canada (RVC) 2024.
Marsha Walden, President and CEO of Destination Canada, said: “Events like RVC have never been more important to our industry, shining a global spotlight on Canada and creating meaningful opportunities for destinations and businesses across the globe. Next year, we’ll be bringing RVC 2024 to Edmonton, Alberta’s capital. We’re confident delegates will enjoy exploring and learning more about this vibrant urban centre in...
Over 50% of respondents in China, Brazil, Australia, Canada, and the US expressed optimism about travelling overseas as the summer season approaches and Europe remains a top choice for long-haul trips in May-August 2023.
Nearly half of those planning to visit the region are repeat visitors, indicating Europe’s ability to cultivate a positive reputation, satisfy travellers, and entice them to return.
However, affordability has become a key consideration for travellers, with 32% of respondents saying that they will choose their next European holiday spot based on the cost of...
Britain continues to be a top travel destination for Canadians as the tourism industry recovers from the pandemic.
Not to put too fine a point on it, but 2022 was an outstanding year for visits from Canada to the UK, exceeding 2019 UK visits and spend levels, according to the latest official statistics from Britain’s national tourism agency VisitBritain.
Visits from Canada to the UK in 2022 are up +3% on 2019, with 897,000 arrivals, spending a record-breaking total of £934 million / $1.57 billion CAD*, +27% up on 2019, according to the Office for National Statistics...