Destinations
Journey of Ancient Peaks Tour Now at Whistler
A new geology and ecology tour at Whistler is called the “Journey of Ancient Peaks” and is being offered mornings and afternoons on a daily basis until Sept. 1. The tours are led by guides who explain the geological history of the Whistler region, but also give some focus to area’s flora, fauna and the effects of global warming. A degree of light to moderate physical effort is needed to participate in the tours, which include a ride on the Peak2Peak gondola lift between the peaks of Blackcomb and...
Renovations, Growth at Kaua’i Museum
The Kaua’i Museum will be undergoing its largest renovation since opening nearly half a century ago. The museum will be adding a two-level office building complete with open-air walkways on the second level to connect all three buildings. The remake is providing additional space for educational and research components, and includes a total re-design of the permanent exhibits to better tell “The Story of...
Switzerland Has New Market Manager For Canada
Evelyn Lafone has been appointed Market Manager, Canada for Switzerland Tourism and will be responsible for the organization's entire marketing in Canada and for travel trade relations in the Midwestern US. She succeeds Mirko Capodanno, who was appointed District Manager Western USA in Los Angeles earlier this year. Lafone is an experienced tourism marketing professional and worked in various media and trade positions until 2005 when she took over the position as Market Manager UK & Ireland. In the beginning of 2010 she was appointed Market Manager Australia & New Zealand...
Get Off The Beaten Path
Have a client looking for a side of adventure on their next beach trip? If so, the experts at Cheapflights.ca have unveiled their “10 Trek-Worthy Beaches” around the world – idyllic spots far from your average day at the beach. The following are five “off the beaten path” beaches located in the Americas where the reward is worth the journey: Kalalau Beach, Kauai, Hawaii – Rugged and majestic, Kauai’s Na Pali Coast will steal anyone’s breath. And getting a glimpse of it is no easy feat. After all, this sweeping coastline is largely inaccessible by land; most will...
Sonoma Wine Country Open For Business
California’s Sonoma Wine Country is open for business following the Aug. 24 earthquake that struck about 20 miles east of the town of Sonoma. It caused minimal damage and most wineries, shops, and restaurants are open for business. There are no reports of significant injuries or structural damage in Sonoma County. A preliminary indication from the USGS showed that it was centred 4.2 miles northwest of American Canyon in Napa County, which was harder hit. “We are very fortunate that the quake was short lived and the damage was minimal here,” said Ken Fischang, president/CEO...
Top Of The Pops
In its latest Hotel Price Index (HPI), Hotels.com reports that London was one of the top three most popular international cities for Canadian travellers during the first half of 2014. It moved from fourth place in the first half of 2013 to third place in the first half of 2014; while Paris moved into the fourth spot. Hotels.com noted that the recent stability of the Euro, which has hovered at a lower than historical rate for the first half of 2014, is likely one of the reasons behind the increased interest in European cities from Canadians. Historically popular with Canadians,...
Aston Has Fall Savings
Fewer crowds, lower rates and mild weather are just some of the reasons to love fall-season getaways to Hawaii. Now Aston Hotels & Resorts is giving travellers one more reason to take advantage of the fall season: 15% off nightly rates on hotels and resorts in Hawaii, as well as Orlando, South Lake Tahoe and Lake Las Vegas for stays through Dec. 19. Sample fares: Oahu from $102/night; Maui from $115/night; Kauai from $73/night; and Hawaii Island from $153/night. Guests also enjoy value-added amenities, such as fully equipped kitchens and on-site laundry facilities; the free...
Goway Creates Wonders DownUnder
Goway is offering a number of what it describes as “great value” packages to Australia, along with an opportunity for travel agents to win a trip DownUnder. The operator has partnered with both Air New Zealand and Tourism Australia in order to offer great Australia vacation packages with prices starting from CAD$2,279 per person As for Air New Zealand, it is featuring airfares to Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Coolangatta, Cairns and Adelaide at special prices that Goway’s Downunder specialists have packaged to create 8 vacation ideas which range from cheap and cheerful Sydney...