Destinations
The Irish Are Coming
The Irish Pavilion, presented by Tourism Ireland, will see some of Ireland's top brewers, finest chefs and emerging musicians from July 24-26 inside a 10,000-square-foot outdoor space at Toronto's Festival of Beer. On July 26, three emerging Irish bands will join Canadian Alt Rock Pioneers, Lowest Of The Low, from the Bandshell Park Main Stage. Dana Welch, manager of Tourism Ireland Canada, commented, “We're delighted to join forces with Toronto's Festival of Beer to present this showcase of Ireland's craft beer, culinary and music entertainment. The island of Ireland's food and...
Carnival Corporation Gets Approval for Travel to Cuba
Carnival Corporation & plc has been granted approval from the U.S. Department of the Treasury and the U.S. Department of Commerce to begin travel to Cuba. Carnival Corporation intends to take travellers to Cuba beginning in May 2016 via its newly launched fathom brand – a new social impact travel brand providing purpose-oriented, social impact experiences, initially in the Dominican Republic. Carnival intends to operate fathom travel itineraries directly to Cuba for the purpose of providing cultural, artistic, faith-based and humanitarian exchanges between American and Cuban...
ACV Celebrates in Cuba
Air Canada Vacations (ACV) recently visited Havana to celebrate the 70th anniversary of Canada’s relationship with Cuba. To commemorate the occasion, the Canadian Embassy in Havana orchestrated a free concert in Havana’s Plaza Vieja. Hundreds of guests gathered in the square to enjoy performances by the Camara de La Habana orchestra, as well as the Habana Compass Dancers and Canadian musician Aldo Mazza. The crowd also sang along with popular Cuban musician Carlos Varela and experienced the sounds of Juno award-winning Canadian rock group Sam Roberts Band. Yves Gagnon,...
Reno Complete at Calgary Marriott Downtown
Following an eight-month, multi-million dollar renovation, Marriott Hotels unveiled a fresh, new Calgary Marriott Downtown Hotel on June 25 with a special event for top clients, partners and special guests. “We have created a jewel in the heart of Calgary,” said hotel general manager Joseph Clohessy. “We've combined high-end design with advanced technology, superb dining and the comfort and amenities guests expect when sleeping away from home. Once they arrive, they may not want to leave.” Each guest room includes a flat-screen smart television, flexible work/dine area,...
St. Lucia Incentive Is a SLAM Dunk
The Saint Lucia Tourist Board has launched its annual travel agent incentive program, Saint Lucia Agent Months (SLAM). Designed to showcase Saint Lucia to visiting agents, SLAM runs through Nov. 30 and includes booking incentives and special rates on accommodations. During a visit to Saint Lucia, travel agents will experience the island’s tastes, sights and sounds through diverse tours, land and sea excursions, and authentic cuisine. They will also be able to explore the island’s award-winning hotels and resorts through planned site inspections. “Saint Lucia Agent Months...
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...