Destinations
Shangri-La YVR Celebrates Year of the Goat
Shangri-La Hotel, Vancouver decided to ring in the Year of the Goat with an addition to its team. Che Huadong is a tea master and trained expert in the arts of Kung Fu Tea and Chinese Face Changing Opera. The start of the Chinese Lunar New Year provided an auspicious occasion to welcome Huadong to his new home at Shangri-La Hotel, Vancouver, and to showcase traditional performance arts that are rarely seen outside of China. Guests can view Huadong’s performances every Saturday and Sunday in Xi Shi Lounge, with 1 p.m. seeing the Chinese Face Changing Opera and 3 p.m. the Kung Fu...
Saint Lucia Rocks
Saint Lucia has launched a new summer campaign, “Saint Lucia Rocks This Summer,” with a special incentive for travel agents to earn free stays. With each booking of seven nights or more, agents will receive one free night at one of several participating hotel properties. The offer will remain valid for travel from June 1 through Sept. 30. “Our respected travel agent and agency partners are a valuable resource in selling Saint Lucia to travelers and we want to reward them for their ongoing support,” says Tracey Warner Arnold, deputy director of Tourism for the Saint Lucia...
Germany’s Luther Celebrated
Martin Luther was front and centre at the German National Tourist Office's annual media dinner in Toronto Thursday night (Feb. 19), with the 500th anniversary of the man who “changed the world” being celebrated all decade in Germany, including events leading up to the actual anniversary date in 2017. On hand for the event were the GNTO's Antje Splettstoesser (c), Carina Schumacher, and special guest, Pastor Christian Ceconi of the Marth Luther Evangelical Lutherische Kirche in...
Air New Zealand ‘Calling All Travelers’
Air New Zealand has launched a “Calling All Travelers” campaign, celebrating the unique experiences that await not only in New Zealand, but also throughout the journey on Air New Zealand. The airline has produced an online video that opens with sweeping views of the country’s picturesque fjords. Viewers are then treated to glimpses of signature New Zealand experiences including a trip to the real life Hobbiton, parachuting from rolling hillsides, golfing amongst rugged mountains and biking through vast plains. “New Zealand is a magical place with a bounty of activities that...
Porter Increases Stephenville Service
Porter Airlines is adding a second weekly flight to Stephenville this summer as it seeks to improve travel options for southwestern and western Newfoundland. Increased service begins June 20, connecting non-stop to Halifax. “The Stephenville route was very popular last year, so this schedule enhancement will meet growing customer demand,” said Porter president Robert Deluce. “There is now increased flexibility and convenience for travellers.” From June 20 to Sept. 6, Porter will offer two weekly flights departing Halifax on Saturdays and Wednesdays. Return flights depart...
Last Chance to Win Kissimmee Vacation
Lush landscapes, “old” Florida charm and located right next to world class theme parks, Kissimmee is Central Florida's best-kept secret, and this is your last chance to win Sunwing Vacations' Kissimmee vacation package. The prize for two includes round-trip tickets from Toronto to Orlando, accommodation at the Gaylord Palms Resort & Convention Center for four nights and mid-size car rental. Kissimmee is the ideal spot for a Florida vacation and now it's easier than ever for Canadians to visit the Sunshine State with Sunwing offering Kissimmee vacation packages and direct...
Goway Hosting ‘Ultimate Fam’ to Jordan
Goway has announced the destination for its fifth annual “Ultimate Fam” trip for 2015. Ten lucky agents will win a place on a seven-day trip to Jordan, Nov. 17-25. Goway has partnered with the Jordan Tourism Board to put together this prestigious trip. Participants will experience the multi-dimensional aspects of Jordan – an ancient land steeped in Arabic, Roman and biblical history. The trip includes roundtrip airfare from New York to Amman, six night's deluxe accommodation, breakfast daily, most dinners and all sightseeing. To qualify agents need to have completed the...
PAL Adds YVR Stopover
Philippine Airlines (PAL) is re-launching its Manila-New York service – with a stopover in Vancouver – after a 20-year absence. It will operate flights four times per week between Manila and New York, stopping at YVR enroute, starting March 15. PAL’s strategy is to focus more on the American market in the near future. PAL is increasing its flights to San Francisco and Los Angeles, as well as to Honolulu. From five times a week in Honolulu, it will now operate daily flights to the...