Destinations
Vegas Here We Come!
WestJet has launched twice-weekly service from Abbotsford to Las Vegas, marking the 12th Canadian city with non-stop WestJet service to The Entertainment Capital of the World. John Weatherill, director, network and schedule planning for WestJet, said: “With more than 80 weekly flights from a dozen Canadian cities, WestJet and WestJet Vacations are big players in Las Vegas. In fact, we fly nearly one-third of all international guests into McCarran International Airport – more than one million in 2014 -- and we're delighted to welcome guests from Abbotsford to the party.” The...
Air Canada’s Got Seoul
Beginning June 17, 2016, Air Canada will launch a new year-round, daily non-stop service between Toronto's Pearson International Airport and Seoul, Korea's Incheon International Airport. The addition of Seoul is part of Air Canada's ongoing expansion of its international services and to promote the new route, the carrier is offering a special introductory fare starting from CDN$1,399, round-trip all-in, until Nov. 8, 2015 for travel June 17 to June 23 and Sept. 1 to Sept. 30, 2016. Tickets are now available for purchase. Benjamin Smith, president, passenger airlines at Air Canada,...
Hogwarts Is Coming To Hollywood
As it gears up for the Spring 2016 opening of The Wizarding World of Harry Potter at Universal Studios Hollywood, California, Universal has launched a new and interactive web site that will let the world experience a virtual tour of the much-anticipated attraction. With Hogwarts' arrival in Hollwood, visitors to the new site will be able to explore Hogsmeade village where magical spells and magical creatures meet dark villains and daring heroes and virtually sample the land's many shops, establishments and attractions through an artfully recreated parchment map. With each click of...
Porter Set For Ski Season
Porter Airlines reports its annual seasonal winter service between Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport and Mont Tremblant will begin on Dec. 5, running through April 6, 2016. Flights are available up to 12 times weekly during the peak schedule. Travellers arriving in Tremblant on Sunday or Monday can catch a lift to the top of the ski hill for free with a special offer available until Nov 1. Each passenger receives two free days of skiing with complimentary lift tickets to help jump start the season. Porter takes passengers from Toronto to Mont Tremblant in just under 70...
Sunquest, Visit Orlando Offer Savings
Sunquest and Visit Orlando have teamed up to offer travellers savings on a selection of Orlando packages. With the promotion, vacationers can benefit from many added value features and reductions. Choose one or all of the following: purchase a 2-Day Pass at Universal Orlando and get the 3rd day free! Buy one get one free ticket at SeaWorld Orlando and get a five-day base theme park ticket for the price of three at Walt Disney World Resort; With Dollar Car Rental, get one free day when you reserve a seven-day rental; Earn discounts in more than 50 restaurants when you purchase the $29...
Early Bookings Means Savings at Whistler
Travellers planning ahead and booking Whistler by Nov. 15 will receive up to 40% in savings on stay and ski packages, as well as free lift tickets, rental equipment and airport transfers for kids 12 and under. Packages start from $100 per person, per night and come with a price match guarantee. Whistler offers an extensive range of accommodations totaling 10,000 rooms among 24 hotels, as well as townhomes, condos, B&Bs and chalets. Whistler also boasts more than 100 restaurants and bars, 200 retail shops, 25 spas and countless activity options from world-renowned skiing and...
Magic of Africa Tour Includes a Floating African Safari
Goway AfricaExperts has enhanced its “Magic of Africa” itinerary which now includes two nights onboard the Zambezi Queen, giving guests a unique and luxurious way to enjoy Chobe. Clients on the Africa Holiday of a Lifetime will experience the thrill of an African safari from a private suite aboard the 45-metre boutique floating hotel. The Zambezi Queen features 10 suites and four master suites, all including en-suite, private balconies and fans, full length sliding shutters, sliding mosquito net doors and the finest finishes. The ship has three levels and an air-conditioned...
Travel to Costa Rica Heats Up
Costa Rica is seeing a rise in Canadian travellers heading to the destination. Alejandro Castro (pictured), chief marketing officer at the Costa Rica Tourism Board, credits increased airlift over the last two years from WestJet, Sunwing, Air Canada and Air Transat for the growth. “The numbers that we have about how it's increasing yearly makes Canada very important for us,” Castro told PressToday. “We have one of the longest average stays in the world – 12.1 days.” Castro was in Toronto from San Jose yesterday (Oct. 26) to meet with industry personnel and share news about...