Destinations
Goway Goes Beyond the Beaches of Mexico
Goway's Latin America program has moved northward. The latest addition to Goway's Latin America program is Mexico, with Goway's Don Forster telling a Dec. 2 Toronto audience that Goway's program to the northernmost Latin America country differs markedly from most other tour operator Mexico programs. “We're talking about the other side of Mexico,” he said of a program that goes “beyond the beaches.” Goway added Mexico to its Latin America lineup in September and Forster said the bulk of it focuses on an area ranging from Mexico City to the country's frontier with Central...
AC rouge Adds Seasonal Toronto-Charlottetown Service
Air Canada rouge is expanding in Eastern Canada with the addition of twice daily seasonal non-stop service between Toronto and Charlottetown, PEI beginning May 2, 2016. Flights and optional Air Canada Vacations (ACV) packages are available. ACV currently has seven-day vacation packages available from Charlottetown to sun destinations via Toronto from $847 round-trip, all-in. In summer 2016, Air Canada rouge and Air Canada Express will operate up to 69 scheduled non-stop flights each week from Charlottetown to four destinations across Canada. Air Canada offers twice daily summer...
Insight Into the Wonders of India
Featuring 10 “In a Class of Its Own” Luxury Gold itineraries, Insight Vacations has launched its 2016-17 India collection highlighted by escorted journeys taking in the sights and culture of India, Nepal, Bhutan and Sri Lanka. As part of the new program, each of the itineraries have been carefully crafted to provide “Exclusive Insights, delectable Epicurean Dining and stays in some of the most Outstanding Hotels in the world, including the exquisite Oberoi and Taj properties.” Each trip features a “Travelling Concierge” who serves as a welcoming host and expert...
Norwegian Says Aloha to Hawaii
Travellers interested in a Hawaiian cruise experience can now take advantage of a special promotional offer from Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL). NCL’s Freestyle Choice Hawaii allows guests who book a new cruise vacation through April 29, 2016 to enjoy added value offers of up to $980. Guests who book a new seven-day inter-island Hawaii cruise for sailings through April 29, 2017 aboard Pride of America in any stateroom category will have the freedom to select one of four offers to enhance their cruising experience including a free one-night pre-cruise hotel stay, a free Specialty...
Eye Of The Storm
The bloody attack in Paris and subsequent fears of a terrorist attack in nearby Brussels has put a dent in those cities tourist trades, although it isn't clear how uneasy Canadians are about visiting either of those capitals or other parts of Europe now, reports Ian Stalker in this week's digital edition of Travel Courier. A report by STR Global – which monitors the hotel industry – said occupancy rates at some Paris hotels fell by more than 30% following the Nov. 13 attacks that left 130 people dead and were the focus of worldwide attention. Britain-based Tarsh Consulting in turn...
Tis the Season, Winter Market Opens at Munich Airport
Munich Airport's Winter Market is back, offering travellers entertainment, family fun, gift ideas and seasonal food and drink. The 17th edition of the popular event is open through Dec. 27, once again turning the covered open space of the Munich Airport Center between the airport’s two terminals into a winter wonderland with 450 live Christmas trees and centrepiece giant Christmas tree. Open from 11 a.m. until 9 p.m. (closing at 5 p.m. on Christmas Eve), the Winter Market offers visitors open-air Christmas shopping at more than 46 stands offering gift ideas and seasonal treats like...
Discover Winter In Hong Kong
The Hong Kong Tourist Board is asking the seasonal question: “Who loves winter?” And the answer, is that many people do. The HKTB points to young adults who find romance in all the festivities; and families, especially those with children, who all love the fairytale atmosphere that the festive season brings. And it also notes that Hong Kong is a perfect destination for the winter traveller. In fact, as the winter of 2015-2016 approaches, the HKTB has once again organized its WinterFest promotion, creating events and offering special packages designed especially to appeal to...
Cooking In Niagara
Niagara Culinary Tours was the recipient of the 2015 Ontario Culinary Tourism Experience Award during the recent Ontario Tourism Awards of Excellence presentations. Helping people eat, walk and smell the prosciutto is a shared passion for owners Kimberley Gunning and Steven Lovelace. Launched in 2013 their tours and events promote partnerships with local chefs and restaurants around Niagara. Offering weekly food tours and unique culinary events. In December, Niagara Culinary Tours is having a bit of fun with their Ugly Holiday Sweater Food Tour. For more, go to...