Destinations
VIA Expands Yankee Leisure Group Partnership
VIA Rail Canada has strengthened its partnership and added new itineraries with rail specialist, Yankee Leisure Group (operating brands: Amtrak Vacations, Unique Rail Journeys and Yankee Holidays). The partnership will expand tourism packages on VIA Rail for North American travellers, as well as providing additional options for travel agents to earn commission on a number of Canadian and North American rail bookings through Yankee Leisure Group/Amtrak Vacations. “Strengthening our partnership with YLG is a great opportunity for VIA Rail Canada to introduce our product to new...
PGA National Tees It Up For Summer
South Florida's PGA National Resort & Spa – home of the PGA TOUR Honda Classic and former Ryder Cup venue – is once again rolling out its “Summer Escape and Play” package for golf vacations at “exceptional off-season rates.” Featuring more than $300 in extra incentives, Summer Escape and Play starts at US$89.50 per night (per person, double occupancy) and runs from May 22 to Sept. 30. It includes luxury accommodations with private balcony or terrace; one round of golf per day on the Palmer, Fazio, Squire or Estates courses; full daily breakfast at the Palm Terrace;...
NYC Soars To New Heights
New York City's newest attraction – One World Observatory – offering unique, panoramic views of the city will open to the public on May 29, 2015. Tickets are now available at http://www.OneWorldObservatory.com . “On May 29, One World Observatory will officially open its doors to the public – offering visitors an inspiring and unparalleled opportunity to experience New York City,” said David Checketts, chairman and chief executive officer of Legends, operator of the Observatory. “From sweeping panoramic views, to innovative interactive exhibits, to world-class...
Titanic Belfast Named Europe’s Best Group Attraction
Titanic Belfast has beaten competition from the Eiffel Tower, London Eye and Monet’s Garden near Paris to be named as Europe’s Best Visitor Attraction for Groups at the European Group Travel Awards (EGTA). Opened in 2012, Titanic Belfast is an iconic six-floor building featuring nine interpretive and interactive galleries that explore the sights, sounds, smells and stories of Titanic, as well as the city and people which made it. It is the world’s largest Titanic exhibition. Dana Welch, manager of Tourism Ireland Canada, commented, “Congratulations to Titanic Belfast on...
Whistler Offers 25% Off Spring Ski Experience
Spring skiing is upon us, and Fairmont Chateau Whistler is ready. The Spring Ski Experience package has savings of 25% and includes a minimum of four night's luxury accommodations, a Whistler Blackcomb dual-mountain lift pass per adult/per day (excluding arrival day); and use of resort amenities like the Health Club, pools and fitness centre, plus the village shuttle. Rates for the Spring Ski Experience start at $502 per night for stays through April...
Air China Increasing Vancouver-Beijing Service
Air China has announced plans to launch additional flights between Vancouver and Beijing for the 2015 summer season. These new flights will supplement Air China's existing daily service operating non-stop between Vancouver and Beijing. Beginning June 19, CA 997/998 will operate four times weekly, increasing the schedule frequency to a daily operation as of Aug. 15. Agents are advised to check their GDS for further...
SAA Bringing Africa Showcase to Toronto
South African Airways (SAA) has announced the tour dates for this year's Africa Showcase, which will for the first time include a stop in Canada (Toronto on Oct. 7). The Africa Showcase is the largest travel trade event in North America featuring exclusively African suppliers that represent hotels, safari lodges, destination tourism organizations and other attractions that are popular with North American travellers. The show brings Africa travel specialists the latest trends on the region’s products and services, enabling those who participate to boost their sales to the increasingly...
Sunwing to Offer Kelowna-Varadero Service
Sunwing Vacations will be offering direct service from Kelowna, BC to Varadero, Cuba for the first time this winter. Departing weekly on Fridays between Dec. 18 and April 15, 2016, the new flight service will enable residents of Kelowna to experience some of Sunwing's new and exclusive resorts. Vacationers travelling with young children will appreciate Memories Varadero Beach Resort. Part of Sunwing's Family Collection of properties handpicked for their family friendly amenities, this beachfront resort offers both a complimentary Baby and Kids Club, together with two children's...