Destinations
Goway Introduces Ethiopia
New to Goway’s destination line-up is Ethiopia. According to Moira Smith, Goway’s general manager for Africa, Ethiopia is the perfect addition to Goway’s portfolio. “Ethiopia offers so much for the discerning globetrotter. It’s perfect for those who travel for adventure, authenticity, culture and history.” Ethiopia is home to more UNESCO Heritage sites than any other destination in Africa. These include the medieval world of rock hewn churches in Lalibela, considered the eighth wonder of the world. Axum, where the original Ark of the Covenant is said to reside, has a...
Cliff House Memories New Maui Dining Experience
Montage Kapalua Bay on Maui has announced Cliff House Memories as its latest luxury experience, where guests experience a dining event at this private oceanside location. Breathtaking views overlook Namalu Bay. Dining is open to both resort guests and the public, who can select either an all-inclusive lunch or dinner option. Guests can check in to enjoy direct access to ocean activities, large screen TV, a fully equipped kitchen, snorkel gear/water toys and locker/shower...
Win a Winter Escape to St. Pete/Clearwater
Instead of fighting the winter wind, slush, and snow, why not bask in the sun at one of America's top-rated beaches? Travel Courier and Visit St. Pete/Clearwater are teaming up to give Canadian travel agents a chance to spend a spectacular week-long vacation in St. Pete/Clearwater, Florida. The Gulf-side collection of communities offers steady sun, top-rated powder-white beaches, lively restaurants, eclectic shops and historic neighbourhoods with plenty of coastal character. One lucky travel agent will win a one-week holiday for two including round-trip airfare to Tampa...
Whale of an Adventure
The Honua Kai Resort & Spa, a beachfront all-suite condominium rental property on Maui’s Kaanapali North Beach, has launched a “Whale Adventure Package,” offering savings of more than 10%. Guests are invited to join the humpback whales and migrate to the warm waters of Maui this season with a five-night stay in either a one- or two-bedroom Partial Ocean View Suite. The package includes a complimentary compact rental car, a two-hour whale watch on either an adventure raft or sailing catamaran, and a whale watchers kit including HK logowear hats, binoculars, sunscreen and lip...
Puerto Vallarta Flying High
Puerto Vallarta is set to record 2014 as one of the best years yet for its travel and tourism industry, with ever-growing numbers of travellers, new hotels and an increase in the overall number of hotel rooms, more flights, as well as additional cruise ship arrivals. According to Mexico’s Ministry of Tourism, Puerto Vallarta registered an average 64.2% occupancy rate in the first nine months of 2014, a 6% increase over the same period last year. International arrivals registered at Puerto Vallarta hotels also increased by 5% from January to September 2014 over the same period last...
Porter Resumes Tremblant Service
Porter Airlines has resumed seasonal service between Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport and Mont Tremblant. Snow-seekers arriving on a Sunday or Monday can catch a lift with a special offer – free lift tickets and one-way, all inclusive fares from $134 until Jan. 8, 2015 for travel by Feb. 26, 2015. Flights began Friday (Dec. 5) and continue until April 6, 2015. Up to 13 weekly flights are available during the peak schedule. With Porter Escapes (http://www.porterescapes.com) travellers can combine flights and accommodation with activities, lift tickets and equipment rentals....
Orient Express-Style Train On Track In Ireland
Luxury overnight train journeys will soon be rolling down the track in Ireland, following the recent announcement of a new venture from a worldwide hotels, rail tour and river cruise company. The Belmond Grand Hibernian will be the first luxury overnight rail experience of its kind on the island, and will tour the open countryside, dramatic coastal scenery and cities of both the Republic of Ireland and Northern Ireland. The Orient Express-style sleeper train is being launched by Belmond, which owns and operates more than 40 unique and distinctive luxury travel experiences around the...
Air Canada Adding Non-Stop Delhi Service
Air Canada will begin non-stop service from Toronto to Delhi beginning in November 2015. The new route, the first to be dedicated for Air Canada's Boeing 787-9 series aircraft, will open new opportunities in the Indian subcontinent, currently the largest international market not served by Air Canada. “Air Canada's strategy to grow its Toronto Pearson hub and international presence is taking a major step forward with the addition of Delhi to our extensive global network. We will be offering the only non-stop flight from Canada to India using our newest Boeing 787 Dreamliners, which...