Destinations
Sunwing Adds Viva Wyndham V Heavens to Adults Collection
Sunwing has added the Dominican Republic's Viva Wyndham V Heavens resort to its Adults Collection of properties handpicked for their relaxed evening entertainment, extensive spa facilities and à la carte dining. Now available exclusively through the tour operator, the all-inclusive, adults only resort is located on its own beachfront on Playa Dorada, near Puerto Plata, on the Dominican Republic’s northern coastline. The resort offers dining choices across five restaurants and three bars, ranging from Italian classics at Rosmarino to Mexican dishes at Puebla 222. Other amenities...
Goway Offers Two Free Nights in Fiji
For a limited time, Goway Travel is offering a two free night's accommodation when flying with Fiji Airways to Australia or New Zealand. Travellers flying to Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane, Auckland, Wellington or Christchurch will receive two free nights on Denarau Island in Fiji at a five-star beachfront resort – the Radisson Blu Fiji Denarau Island Resort or Sofitel Fiji Resort and Spa with breakfast each day. According to officials, Denarau is a great base for travel to the Mamanuca Islands or to join a small ship cruise. It is also home to Port Denarau featuring popular...
DeNureTours’ New Brochure for the ‘Young at Heart’
DeNureTours is set to release its 2016 which it describes as having world-wide vacation options been designed specifically for the “young at heart.” In addition to popular itineraries in Newfoundland, New York City and Chicago, DeNureTours will also offer the opportunity to sail through the Panama Canal and explore Ontario’s Aboriginal history on a short getaway to Manitoulin Island. Those looking further afield can find escorted holidays to the United Kingdom and Europe, as well as the chance to visit Scottish sights made famous by books and the television series...
In Tune With Grenada
Alitours is inviting people to be on hand for Grenada's first Pure Grenada Music Festival, set for April 5-10, 2016. The festival will be staged at different venues, showcasing the island's beauty. Alitours packages start at $1,429 (EP), per person, double and include return airfare from Toronto, airport transfers and accommodations. Hotel options include the Radisson Grenada Grand Beach. Alitours notes festival-goers can also visit a spice plantation, trek through rainforest and enjoy water sports if they visit the...
Florida Under Tropical Storm Watch
Florida governor Rick Scott has declared a state of emergency in every county within the state of Florida in preparation for Tropical Storm Erika. The storm -- which has already wreaked havoc in parts of the Caribbean and especially Dominica -- is currently located in the north-eastern Caribbean Sea and is expected to travel up Florida's peninsula as early as Monday (Aug....
Prince Has ‘Half Off Hawaii’ Special
Prince Resorts has introduced fall shoulder season specials, offering travellers guaranteed ocean views and up to 50% off several of its properties. Specials include: Hawaii Prince Hotel Waikiki and Golf Club (Oahu): Rates start at US$199 plus taxes per night for an Oceanfront Marina category room (published room rate: US$290 per night). Hapuna Beach Prince Hotel (Hawaii Island): Rates start at US$214 plus taxes per night for a Partial Ocean View room (published room rate: US$425 per night). The “Half Off Hawaii” offer is valid now through Dec. 22 at Hawaii Prince Hotel...
Tropical Storm Erika Could Affect Punta Cana Flights
Air Canada and Air Canada Express are advising that flights to, from or connecting through Punta Cana, Dominican Republic, may be delayed or cancelled tomorrow (Aug. 28) due to a tropical storm, Erika. Air Canada has revised its ticketing policy for customers booked on affected flights to facilitate changes to bookings. Customers wishing to make alternate travel arrangements can do so without penalty, space permitting, using the airline's online rebooking tool. Travellers are also advised to check their flight status prior to leaving for the...
‘Fast & Furious’ Rides Into Universal Orlando
Universal Orlando is getting fast and furious, and getting set to welcome Dom, Hobbs, Letty and Tyrese to the park. One of the most successful film franchises of all time will soon become one of Universal Studios Florida’s most action-packed ride experiences as “Fast & Furious: Supercharged” joins Universal Orlando Resort's lineup of attractions in 2017. Guests will be able to experience a high-octane journey that fuses an original storyline and ride technology with everything that fans love about the films – including “popular characters, exhilarating environments,...