Destinations
Olympic Legacy Lingers
The UK's tourism industry, including VisitBritain, takes great pains to encourage visitors to spread out across England, Scotland, Wales, and even Northern Ireland. And while many areas and regions certainly bustle with tourists, especially during the summer high season, the truth is, London is still the straw the stirs the Britain's tourism drink, reports editor, Michael Baginski in this week's digital edition of Travel Courier. Indeed, last year the city welcomed 17.4 million international visitors, topping record-breaking figures from the year before. And the year before that the city...
WestJet Off To Houston
WestJet has launched new six times a week non-stop service between Calgary and Houston. Flights depart Calgary at 10:25 a.m. and arrive in Houston at 3:22 p.m. Return flights depart Houston at 5 p.m., arriving in Calgary at 8:08...
Getting Adventurous With Silversea
Silversea Cruises has unveiled a a diverse array of overland adventures to complement its World Cruise 2016 – designed to take guests “inland to witness spectacular natural wonders.” Experiences range from Australia's Great Barrier Reef to the magical scenery of Vietnam's Ha Long Bay; spot exotic wildlife, such as tigers and orangutans, in their natural habitats; discover the ancient cultures and inspirational landmarks of India, Arabia and Israel; and fly to isolated regions to explore such legendary kingdoms as Bhutan and Kandy. Departing in January and sailing from Fort...
WestJet Puts Spotlight on Mexico’s Yucatan
WestJet Vacations can accommodate those seeking a Yucatan Peninsula vacation that's doesn't involve hugely popular Cancun and the Riviera Maya. The tour operator's Dave Cecco told a Toronto gathering last week that WestJet will begin non-stop service from Toronto to the interior Yucatan city of Merida Dec. 15 and WestJet Vacations in turn has a program that will send people to Merida and the nearby Gulf of Mexico for those who want a saltwater-fronting resort. “We think we've found the gem in Mexico,” he said. Cecco declared the area is “full of culture” and visitors can...
Sabre Automates Cuba Travel Certification Process
As open US travel to Cuba gets closer and closer, Sabre Corporation reports the development of a capability that helps US travel agents to comply with recently liberalized US regulations for trips booked to, from or within Cuba. Available to travel buyers and tour operators, the Cuba Traveler Certification capability enhances the user experience in agents’ service desktops. Sabre is utilizing the standard Cuba travel certification form for passengers developed by the American Society of Travel Agents (ASTA). Built on Sabre’s agency workspace, and powered by API technology, the...
Banff Gondola To Get $26 Million Upgrade
Brewster Travel Canada is investing $26 million to enhance its flagship attraction, the Banff Gondola, which will the see the compete redevelopment of its upper terminal building. Brewster has partnered with PCL Construction and sister-company Global Experience Specialists to design and build the new facility. Although the footprint will remain unchanged, officials say the existing structure will be retrofitted into a modern building with modern amenities including welcoming, elevated public spaces, new food and beverage outlets and improved washroom facilities. “Generations of...
California Celebrates Wine Month
With September being the height of harvest season, it's Wine Month in California and the state is celebrating with more than 50 events and immersion experiences – from wine festivals and winemaking classes to winemaker dinners, VIP tastings and tours. For a complete listing by region of all activities, go to http://www.discovercaliforniawines.com/californiawinemonth. Highlights include: The Madera Vintners Association's California Wine Month Celebration on Sept. 18 will offer wine tasting from local wineries, food by a variety of local restaurants and live music. In the...
VISIT FLORIDA Partners With Pitbull
VISIT FLORIDA and global music superstar Pitbull have teamed to launch a partnership designed to help Florida integrate its travel brand into the international music scene. Highlights of the partnership include: With more than 100 million social followers, Pitbull will use and feature VISIT FLORIDA’s #LoveFL hashtag on all his video screens at concerts around the world, as well as on his live New Year’s Eve special from Miami on Fox. VISIT FLORIDA will be doing a week-long takeover on Elvis Duran and the Morning Show/iHeart Radio featuring daily prize packages to Miami and...