Destinations
On The Road In Switzerland
The Switzerland Travel Mart (STM) kicks off today (Monday) with half a dozen Canadians in attendance, including PressToday's Mike Baginski. The biannual event showcases the country to the trade through a rotating host city followed by post-convention fam trips. This year the convention takes over the town of Zermatt, famous for its hiking, near year-round skiing, and as a gateway to the spectacular Matterhorn. 2015 marks the 150th year of the mountain's first ascent, a theme that will colour the convention. Stay tuned to PressToday this week and future issues of Canadian Travel...
Walk About, Israel-Style
WalkAboutLove, a non-profit organization that offers hiking enthusiasts an opportunity to discover Israel in a new way, has announced that its seventh edition will start on Oct. 8. Participants can opt to walk 10 days with the group or continue with the full 11-week experience along the Israel National Trail starting in Eilat and ending at Mount...
DoubleTree Now On Vancouver Island
DoubleTree by Hilton has opened its first property on Vancouver Island with the new DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel & Suites Victoria. Previously the Executive House Hotel, the 181-room downtown hotel opens following a multi-million dollar property-wide renovation, including a complete redesign of the lobby, public space and guest rooms. The hotel is located downtown, steps from Victoria's Inner Harbour. The 19-storey hotel, located directly across from the Victoria Conference Centre, is ideal for both business and leisure travellers. Guest rooms include a mix of single rooms, and...
Busch Gardens Ups The Fear Factor
Busch Gardens Tampa is taking horror to the next level this Halloween season with “Howl-O-Scream 2015,” highlighted by a variety of VIP tour packages. Guests are invited to conquer every terrifying corner of Howl-O-Scream 2015 – available on select nights from Sept. 25 through Oct. 31 – with all-inclusive VIP Packages which include event admission, a tour guide and a choice of three levels of special treatment. All tours include commemorative photos, merchandise discounts and complimentary beverages. Packages start at US$89, and Busch Gardens Pass Member discounts are...
Hilton in Wenchang
Hilton Wenchang has opened on the east coast of Hainan Island, China, the first internationally branded hotel to open in Wenchang and the sixth Hilton Worldwide hotel on Hainan Island. The hotel is conveniently located, 25 km from Wenchang High-Speed Railway Station and 65 km from Haikou Meilan International Airport, which is the first airport in China to have a high-speed railway connection. Hilton Wenchang has 439 guest rooms, suites and villas with sea views. The hotel has a tropical, Southeast Asian vibe and its nautical-themed décor makes full use of natural elements. The...
Discover Trafalgar’s Insider Experience
Trafalgar is featuring six diverse countries on its South America guided vacations that feature 11 itineraries and four optional extensions – including Easter Island and the Peruvian and Brazilian Amazon. The operator's Peru and Ecuador itineraries feature the Be My Guest dining experiences, Cultural Insights and Authentic Accommodations. Wolf Paunic, president of Trafalgar Canada, noted that: “A visit to Peru or Ecuador will fascinate clients with their natural beauty, amazing wildlife and wonderful cuisine. With Trafalgar, not only will clients experience all of these...
WestJet Off To London
WestJet is making it a little easier for Canadians to get to the United Kingdom. The airline will launch new non-stop service to London (Gatwick) next spring, offering a total of four times daily from six Canadian cities – Vancouver, Edmonton, Calgary, Winnipeg, Toronto and St. John's. The new routes represent WestJet's first non-stop service to London, and the only non-stop service from Winnipeg to the United Kingdom. One-way fares will start from: Toronto, $249; Vancouver, Calgary, Edmonton, $299; Winnipeg, $279; and St. John's, $199. WestJet will also be offering...
Escape Winter With Goway
Since the 1990s, Goway has been sending North American Snowbirds to Australia and 20 years later, the program is continues to be as popular as ever. Now, in addition to its original program in New Zealand and on Australia's Sunshine Coast and Gold Coast, Goway has expanded the concept to include the beautiful Cook Islands. Available for 1, 2 or 3 month stays, a Goway Snowbird vacation includes arrival transfers, welcome grocery pack (Sunshine Coast & New Zealand), toll free assistance to Goway's local office and accommodation for 28, 56 or 84 nights in a one bedroom self-catering...