Destinations
Sunwing Unveils ‘New Look’ 2015/16 Brochure
Sunwing Vacations' 2015/16 brochure is now available. Boasting a fresh new look with an updated logo, the brochure features moe than 30 vacation destinations across the Caribbean, Cuba, Mexico and Central America accessible on direct Sunwing flights from 32 gateways. An enhanced format helps makes it easier for travellers to decide which getaway is right for them. During the past year, over a million Sunwing travellers shared their experiences and the results appear throughout the brochure. Each resort featured has ratings gathered from returning customers on the quality of the...
One Million and Counting
For well over a decade tourists have been visiting a small pocket of green farmland in the depths of Middle-earth New Zealand, which recently celebrated a milestone with its one-millionth visitor. Hobbiton Movie Set, near Matamata in New Zealand’s Waikato region, has welcomed its one-millionth visitor in a celebration that coincided with the very reason for its existence. As the movie set milestone was reached in the lush hills of the real Middle-earth New Zealand, “The Hobbit: The Battle of the Five Armies” – the final film in Sir Peter Jackson’s epic Trilogies adapting the...
Transat Adds Sun Options Fom Western Canada
Transat Holidays is expanding its flight offerings from Western Canada with the addition of new routes to its 2015-2016 South program. Departures are offered in the systems and are available for sale effective immediately. For the 2015-2016 winter season, vacationers from Western Canada will be able to choose from a dozen destinations, including: Cayo Santa Maria (Cuba) departing from Vancouver, Calgary, Edmonton, Saskatoon and Winnipeg; Cozumel (Mexico) departing from Calgardy and Edmonton; Varadero (Cuba) departing from Winnipeg. The complete flight schedule for the 2015-2016...
Maui Deals and Steals
The Maui Accommodations Guide has released its latest “Maui Deals & Steals” online newsletter, listing spring bargains offered by dozens of Maui resorts, hotels, condos and villas. The free e-newsletter includes offers like room rates discounted up to 30% off; fifth and seventh nights free at hotels and condos; whale watching bargains; discounts for last-minute bookings and long stays; and value-added offers, such as free breakfasts. Some offers are exclusive, limited-time, or last minute deals listed only on the Maui Accommodations Guide site, and all are designed to be...
New York State Rolls Out Red Carpet for Canadians
Through April 6, Canadians will find New York State an especially rewarding time to hit the malls, thanks to a new “I Shop NY” initiative, launched by the New York State Division of Tourism/I LOVE NEW YORK. The limited-time promotion will provide a variety of deals, discounts and rewards via a downloadable “flexi” coupon that can be redeemed in person at participating New York State stores. The program will be promoted in key Canadian markets on TV and through digital media. “We’re very excited about this program,” said Empire State Development Division of Tourism...
Hotel Zephyr to Shake Up Fisherman’s Wharf
Davidson Hotels & Resorts has teamed up with acclaimed international design firm Dawson Design Associates to launch Hotel Zephyr, an upscale hotel property described as having a fresh and irreverent twist. “Our promise at Hotel Zephyr is to inject a sense of discovery, amusement and wonder into an upscale hotel experience,” say officials. The property, currently the site of the Radisson Fisherman’s Wharf and spanning the entire block bound by Jefferson, Powell and Beach streets, was acquired by Pebblebrook Hotel Trust in December 2013. The hotel will remain open during...
Sun And Sand Is Worth The Splurge
It should come as no surprise that the past couple of winters have driven Canadians to seek warm climates as a respite to a combination of bone-chilling cold and unrelenting snowfalls. According to the latest Hotels.com Hotel Price Index (HPI), not only are Canucks heading south, they're also choosing to spend the big bucks to do so. Taylor L. Cole, APR, travel expert for Hotels.com, said: “Island destinations known for their crystal clear waters and idyllic beaches are the preferred retreat for Canadians who don't mind spending a little extra for sand, sun and luxurious...
Saint Lucia Continues Record-Breaking Growth
Hot on the heels of a record-breaking 2014, visitor arrivals to Saint Lucia have increased by 14% in the first month of 2015. More than 31,500 visitors entered Saint Lucia, the largest number the island has received during the month of January, and sizable advance from the previous record of 28,220 arrivals in January 2005. Canada and the United States, Saint Lucia’s key source markets, contributed the largest share of growth in January with increases of 24% and 32%, respectively. Airlift to Saint Lucia has grown overall by 11% with the Canadian market accountable for a 44%...