Destinations
The Rolling Stones Unveil Major Exhibition
The Rolling Stones will stage their first ever major exhibition at London’s prestigious Saatchi Gallery, opening to the public on April 6, 2016 until September 2016. EXHIBITIONISM is described as the most comprehensive and immersive insight into a group critics call “The Greatest Rock ‘n’ Roll Band,” taking over nine themed galleries spread across two entire floors at the prestigious Saatchi Gallery in London. Tickets for EXHIBITIONISM go on sale July 10 via http://www.stonesexhibitionism.com and from the Saatchi Gallery. As well as over 500 Rolling Stones important and...
Insight Adds India Booking Incentive
For the month of July, agents who make any India bookings with Insight Vacations will receive a $100 bonus commission (Visa Gift Card) per booking. Insight offers a comprehensive range of itineraries to India, Kolkata and Bhutan. Travellers on any of the 12 carefully curated itineraries will discover the cultural riches, spiritual harmony and fascinating history that make each of these destinations some of the most fascinating in the world. Each tour includes a host of Insight's Signature Experiences that not only offer sightseeing highlights like the Taj Mahal or the pink city of...
Air Transat Expands Service to Punta Cana, Cancun
Air Transat will increase service to Punta Cana this winter with the introduction of a new weekly flight from Windsor, Ont. on Mondays between Dec. 21 and April 4, 2016. Air Transat currently offers service to Punta Cana from 17 Canadian airports, including Toronto, London, Thunder Bay, Hamilton and Ottawa in Ontario, Montreal, Quebec City and Rouyn-Noranda in Quebec, Vancouver, Edmonton, Calgary, Saskatoon, Winnipeg and Regina in Western Canada and Halifax, Moncton and St. John’s in Atlantic Canada. Travellers from the large Southwestern Ontario region can take advantage of...
Cunard Celebrates 175th in Halifax
Cunard will celebrate 175 years of history, tradition and industrial achievement in Halifax on July 10 when Queen Mary 2 calls on the ancestral home of its founder Sir Samuel Cunard. This commemorative transatlantic crossing will pay tribute to the original voyage made by the company’s first flagship, Britannia, in 1840. The flagship vessel is scheduled to arrive in port at 6 a.m. Cunard will mark the milestone anniversary with a series of commemorative events, beginning with a special outdoor ceremony on the Halifax waterfront. Local dignitaries, port officials and key members of...
Faith-Based Travel On The Rise
Whether it’s a trip to the Holy Land or a pilgrimage to Ireland, faith-based travel is up with Globus and Cosmos, and thanks to growing interest, the company is introducing a new destination – Mexico. Value-focused brand Cosmos has unveiled two new faith-based vacations for 2016 – the six-day Mexico & Our Lady of Guadalupe, priced from $1,849, and the eight-day Protestant Classic Israel priced from $1,711 (airfare not included). In addition to these new tours, Cosmos is launching “Get Out and Give Back” volunteer opportunities for travellers. Two itineraries – Holy...
Singapore 50th Can Motivate Visits
Another country with a red and white flag is celebrating a birthday now, and it’s not Canada. Singapore marks its 50th anniversary this year and designates Aug. 9 as the official birthday of the small island nation in South East Asia. Travel agents in Vancouver got this and other updates on Singapore at a recent morning presentation at the downtown Coast restaurant. Until December, visitors to Singapore will be able to choose from a range of attractive airfares, hotel stays, retail experiences, dining deals and admissions to attractions. More than 35 hotels are offering two-night...
Insight Into Peru
Insight Vacations is celebrating the launch of its first foray into South America with the addition of the new “Luxury Gold” itinerary entitled, Treasures of the Incas – a Peruvian journey into the mysterious world of the Inca. Ranked as one of the top destinations in 2014 by TripAdvisor, Peru has long been a dream destination for many seasoned travellers. “I am thrilled to introduce Peru as as our newest Insight destination with the launch of our ‘Luxury Gold’ and classic premium escorted journeys collection which takes your clients by road, rail and cruise,” says...
Toronto Pearson Celebrates Summer in Canada
Toronto Pearson is inviting passengers to “Camp Pearson” to celebrate the great Canadian summer. Located in Terminal 1, through Aug. 26, Camp Pearson is offering travellers family friendly activities in a space that is reflective of an iconic Canadian summer. Passengers are invited to “hike” to Camp Pearson and experience a number of activities, including: Stop by The Cottage, a rustic space where you can purchase TORONTO 2015 souvenirs. Relax in a Muskoka chair by the crackling fire to the sounds of some of Canada’s award-winning musicians in The Campfire...