Destinations
Alio Unveils Colorado Brochure
Alio has partnered with Colorado and issued a new brochure featuring a range of product covering more than 25 destinations across the state. Alio officials note that Colorado offers four seasons of vacation possibilities, with highlights including cosmopolitan cities and outlet shopping, world class ski resorts, soft adventure, vineyards and breweries, national parks and canyons, native history, cowboy culture, golf, hiking, fishing and more. Brochure features include Denver, Colorado Springs, Grand Junction, Fort Collins, the ski resorts of Aspen and Vail and Durango. Alio...
Spotlight on Atlantic City
The spotlight was on Atlantic City last night (July 21) as tourism officials visited Toronto to showcase all that's happening in the “entertainment capital of the east coast.” Heather Colache, sales manager of Meet AC (Atlantic City Convention & Group Sales) spoke with PressToday and shared the news that US$300 million is being invested into the city, known for its beaches, boardwalk and casinos. Upcoming projects – all within the next three years – include three new hotels, two with casinos and one a “family friendly” casino-free hotel with a water park. Phase one...
PATA Canada YVR Quiz Night Set for Aug. 19
PATA Canada reports that registration is now open for the YVR Quiz Night to be held in Vancouver on Aug. 19 – http://www.patacanada.com/events/vancouver-quiz-night-3. This is a fun event sponsored by Canada One, China Airlines, Goway, Royal Scenic, Silk Holidays, Tourism Authority of Thailand and Tourism Malaysia. Agents will team up to test their knowledge as the sponsors quiz them about their Asia Pacific products. Team prizes and dinner are all part of the fun. For more information, contact Sandra Ngoh-Fonseka of Tourism Malaysia at 1-888-689-6872 or 604-689-8899, or e-mail...
Porter Extends Ontario Service into North Bay
North Bay, Ont., is the newest addition to Porter Airlines’ network. Beginning Oct. 7, Porter will offer daily flights between Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport and North Bay Jack Garland Airport. A second route featuring service between North Bay and Timmins, Ont., is also being introduced. Initial round-trip prices are $238 for North Bay-Toronto and $220 for North Bay-Timmins. Flights are now available for booking at...
There’s More To NY Than NYC
New York tourism officials called in Toronto recently with a clear message: There's more to New York than New York City! “One of the points that we are attempting to convey is a different way of looking at that logo,” Markly Wilson, director of international marketing for the New York State Division of Tourism, said pointing at an I Love NY logo. “There’s no doubt the first thing that comes to mind is skyscrapers, the Statue of Liberty and Times Square, but the fact is New York is much more than that.” Presented by The New York State Division of Tourism and I Love NY, the...
G Adventures Offers Colombia Savings
G Adventures is partnering with ProColombia, a Colombia government agency promoting exports, investment and tourism, to offer savings on Colombia tours. Through July 31, travellers will receive 15% off all Colombia trips offered by the company for travel by Dec. 31. Agents should use promo code 15TB015COL01. New itineraries include Colombia – Lost City Trekking, a seven-day trip to reach the Lost City of Teyuna, enjoying jungle scenery along the trek. It is priced from $699...
Hawaii’s Oldest Food Festival Celebrates 45 Years
The 2015 Kona Coffee Cultural Festival celebrates the 45th anniversary of Hawaii's oldest food festival with 10 days of fan favourites and dynamic new events all starting Nov. 6. The festival promotes and perpetuates the culture, heritage, artistry and rich history behind Kona's nearly 200-year-old world-famous brew. One highlight will be the return of the crowd favourite Kona Coffee Cultural Festival Lantern Parade through historic Kailua. Open to the public, the parade winds through historic Kailua Village and culminates with a new floating lantern celebration at Kamakahonu Bay...
WestJet Enhances 2015-16 Winter Schedule
WestJet is launching new non-stop service to Florida, Mexico and Costa Rica, as well as adding more than 85 flights across its growing domestic and international network as part of its winter 2015-2016 flight schedule. WestJet's regional airline, WestJet Encore, will also begin service three times a day to Boston (pictured), its first US destination. “WestJet continues to enhance its strong position in key sun markets with the addition of more destinations in areas popular with Canadian travellers,” said Chris Avery, WestJet vice-president, Network Planning, Alliances and...