Destinations
Former Mobster to Lead New Vegas ‘Casino’ Tours
This year marks the 20th anniversary of the blockbuster movie “Casino,” which provided a fast-paced dramatization of an era in Las Vegas when organized crime controlled many of the city’s casinos. Beginning March 18, history buffs and film aficionados alike can join former mobster Frank Cullotta for a two-hour tour of the places where iconic scenes from “Casino” actually took place. The tour will begin at The Mob Museum, the National Museum of Organized Crime and Law Enforcement, with a special private tour by former FBI Special Agent Dennis Arnoldy and Mob historian Robert...
Simply Elegant
With a collection of five luxury resorts, Barbados' Elegant Resorts has something sure to please any agents' clients looking for an upscale Bajan holiday. The boutique collection includes Tamarind, Colony Club, Crystal Cove, Turtle Beach (popular with Canadians) and The House, a mix of traditional resort, adults-only and unique all-inclusive options with room counts ranging from 34 to 160. Each feature such amenities as beach and pool ambassador service, complimentary motorized and non-motorized watersports and free WiFi. All of the properties are located on Barbados' popular West...
France Says ‘Be Our Guest’
It was everything France last night as Atout France held its annual French Travel Trade Show in Toronto, which, along with numerous partners, featured agent workshops, a trade show and awards ceremony. Similar events are being held in Calgary and Vancouver tomorrow (Feb. 26). France continues to host a record number of Canadians – more than a million in 2013, up 15% from the year before, with many visiting to take advantage of the many activities taking place as France celebrates the centenary of World War I, and the 70th anniversary of the Liberation of France (May 8, 1945). This...
Get Back to Nature at Travaasa Hana
Travaasa Hana, Maui has recently added a new outrigger canoe adventure to its extensive resort programming. This activity helps visitors connect to the nature and culture of Hana and is offered several times throughout the week on the Wananalua, Travaasa Hana’s custom-made canoe. The 1.5-hour journey takes place in tranquil Hana Bay, a short walk from the property. During the adventure, expert local guides will teach the basics of canoeing and its significance to the Hawaiian culture. While onboard the Wananalua, guests will paddle into Maui’s ancient past while simultaneously...
Contiki Set to Share the Craic
Cloverleafs, leprechauns, pancakes and beer for breakfast are common markers of a festive St. Patrick’s Day in Canada, but Contiki is inviting people to learn how this Irish holiday is celebrated in Ireland. Contiki is encouraging agents to direct their young clients to the four-day St. Patrick’s Day Dublin city stays for St. Patrick’s Day, where thousands take to the streets to celebrate Ireland’s patron saint with their biggest annual party. Travellers will be part of the St. Patrick’s Day party in Dublin, rubbing shoulders with locals and travellers alike. “Spend...
On The Road At ExploreGB 2015
ExploreGB 2015, VisitBritain's new flagship travel trade event, kicked off this morning at the famed Ascot racetrack near London with hundreds of delegates from around the globe, including about a dozen from Canada, in attendance. They were told that Britain witnessed its best ever year for tourism in 2014 with 34.8 inbound visits during the course of the year and tourism spending of 21.7 billion pounds. Stay tuned to PressToday and upcoming editions of Canadian Travel Press and Travel Courier for more reports from Baxter Travel Media correspondent Mike...
Holiday House Has Europe Ready to Book
Holiday House has launched its 2015 Europe program, available now in the system and ready to book. Offering the selection and flexibility that have been Holiday House hallmarks, officials say this year’s program has everything clients could want in planning and booking their next European adventure. Whether looking to visit France, Italy, the UK, Spain, the Netherlands, Germany and more, Holiday House has all the flights, hotels, car rentals, attraction passes, day tours and theatre tickets they may want or need to complete their vacation planning. The following are a few of...
Answering The Call
Aspects of Europe previously unavailable from parts of western Canada are now on the flight roster, with new lift announced by Air France and KLM, reports western editor, Ted Davis in this week's digital edition of Travel Courier. Air France will make its inaugural entry to the Vancouver market as of March 29, when it launches a schedule of up to five flights per week to Paris-Charles de Gaulle. Flights will be operated by a Boeing 777-200 with 309 seats: 35 in business class, 24 in premium economy and 250 in economy. The new Air France schedule answers a long time call for a...