Destinations
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...
Silversea Goes All-Inclusive in Asia
From the rainforests of Borneo to neon-lit Tokyo, the Far East offers intriguing ports, exotic cultures and breathtaking scenery that guests of Silversea may now conveniently explore with the cruise line’s all-inclusive package amenities, offered on all Silver Shadow Asia cruises in 2016. These packages include free shore excursions, free Wi-Fi, round-trip economy air travel and transfers, and a two-night, pre-cruise hotel stay. “Our goal is to make it as convenient as possible for our guests to experience a luxury vacation in the Far East by offering the most inclusive...
rouge Launches Daily Toronto-Abbotsford Flights
Air Canada rouge has launched daily service between Toronto and Abbotsford, BC. “Air Canada now offers the only non-stop flights between eastern Canada and Abbotsford, the largest municipality in BC's Fraser Valley Regional District. Our Abbotsford flights seamlessly connect at our largest hub at Toronto Pearson to and from Air Canada's extensive network of non-stop flights to Canadian, US and international destinations,” said Benjamin Smith, president, Passenger Airlines at Air Canada. Service between Toronto and Abbotsford is being operated daily by Air Canada rouge to Oct. 12...
Sunwing Commences 787 Amsterdam Service
Sunwing Airlines' first Boeing 787 Dreamliner flights began this past weekend (June 27). Only available on the carrier's twice weekly service from Toronto to Amsterdam, flights will operate on Wednesdays and Saturdays until Sept. 2. Sunwing officials say Amsterdam is strategically positioned in the heart of Northern Europe and is the perfect springboard from which to plan a European sightseeing vacation and boasts easy transport links to many of the region's “must see” destinations including Paris, Bruges and London. On board, passengers can choose between three distinct cabin...
Brandman to Rep The Ritz-Carlton, Kapalua
The Brandman Agency reports that The Ritz-Carlton, Kapalua is the newest addition to its worldwide luxury travel and lifestyle portfolio. Located on Maui’s pristine North Shore, this oceanfront resort envelops guests into traditional Hawaiian culture and lush tropical surroundings. Translated from an ancient Hawaiian language to mean “arms embracing the sea,” Kapalua is a secluded luxury paradise where The Ritz-Carlton, Kapalua boasts 54 stunning acres and 463 guest rooms and suites, including 107 Residential Suites, and Club Level accommodations. Guests can enjoy six...
Saint Lucia Prizes Piton Winners
The Saint Lucia Tourist Board clearly prizes those worthy of awards. The board recently feted five Canadian travel agents and more than 20 American ones who won a Piton Award, a tribute to agents particularly appreciated by the destination. The winning agents were hosted on the island June 11-14, where their sales of Saint Lucia were acknowledged at a formal dinner at the home of the country's deputy prime minister. “I'm thanking you sincerely on my own behalf and on behalf of the government,” tourism minister Lorne Theophilus stated. “I know the reason why we're doing...