Destinations
Jump Into Ireland’s Free Educational Webinars
Tourism Ireland’s educational webinar series is designed to help agents sell Ireland to interested clients and give them the most up-to-date information about tours and services offered in the Emerald Isle. This summer we have a two-part series with Irish partners calling in directly from Ireland to answer your questions. Webinar One: From Dublin to Cork takes place on June 25, 12:00 p.m. EST with representatives from The Guinness Storehouse, The Cottages, and SouthWest Walks Ireland. Webinar Two: Northern Ireland - A Hidden Gem broadcasts July 2, at 12 p.m. EST. Speakers will...
‘Cycling Taiwan’
The Taiwan Tourism Bureau recently hosted a “Cycling Taiwan” event at Robson Square in Vancouver, offering travel agents, tour operators and the general public a unique glimpse of what to expect when experiencing Taiwan’s cities and countryside on two wheels. Professional cyclist and Olympian, Zach Bell attended the event. Bell represented Canada at the 2008 and 2012 Summer Olympic Games and has also raced in Taiwan. Bell commented, “Racing in Taiwan exceeded my expectations. It allowed me to see the sport through a different lens. The diversity of landscapes we encountered was...
NewYork.com Celebrates One-Year Anniversary
From Broadway Shows to engaging tours and attractions, NewYork.com has emerged as a leading online resource for planning and booking a New York City experience. And, in honour of its one-year anniversary, NewYork.com is giving away thousands of dollars in gift cards to customers. Through June 13, new customers can obtain a $25 NewYork.com gift card when they sign up to receive NewYork.com’s e-newsletter. Within 48 hours of signing up, new subscribers will receive an e-mail containing an e-gift card and instructions. All current NewYork.com subscribers will receive an e-gift card...
Convention Space Upgrades Coming to Hilton Waikoloa
On Hawaii Island, the expansive meetings space at the Hilton Waikoloa Village will soon undergo a US$7.5 million renovation, including updates to the convention centre ballrooms. Slated to begin on July 26, the upgrades will be completed in time for the Taste of the Hawaiian Range agriculture festival on Sept. 26. The indoor facilities at Hilton Waikoloa Village boast an impressive 22,000 square metres of first class meeting, pre-function and exhibit facilities, including extensive outdoor...
Barbados Launches ‘Re-discover’ Dining Package
Barbados has launched a dining package enabling visitors to enjoy gourmet fare with all the trimmings for less than US$50 per person. Nine of the island’s favourite dining hotspots have collaborated with Re-Discover Barbados to create a package that includes a three-course dinner, plus a bottle of wine per couple. “Barbados is considered by many as the dining capital of the Caribbean as we offer more quality restaurants per capita than many major cities. We encourage all Canadian visitors to take advantage of this amazing offer even if they are staying in all-inclusive...
Rediscovering China’s Silk Road
Jointly hosted by the China National Tourist Office and an official industry delegation from China, a 2014 “Beautiful China - Rediscover the Silk Road” event was held June 6 at the Sheraton Parkway Toronto North in Richmond Hill, as tourism officials promoted the “Beautiful China” brand, and further strengthened bilateral tourism exchanges and co-operation between Canada and China. Led by China National Tourism Administration (CNTA), the delegation consisted of 23 industry representatives from seven provinces and municipalities, including Shaanxi, Ningxia, Qinghai, Inner...
DCI Agency of Record for Chile Tourism
Chile Tourism has announced that Development Counsellors International (DCI) has been selected as Agency of Record for the destination’s tourism promotion in Canada and the United States. DCI will handle public relations and marketing initiatives throughout North America, with an integrated travel trade and media relations campaign to drive tourism growth and raise Chile’s profile as a leading travel destination in South America. “The North American market is a key strategic priority for our international tourism promotion,” said Andrea Wolleter, Global Market Manager, Chile...
HVCB Appointment
The Hawaii Visitors and Convention Bureau (HVCB) has announced the promotion of Robyn Basso to senior director of travel industry partnerships. She previously served as regional director of travel trade marketing. In her new role, Basso will lead the development and execution of HVCB’s travel industry sales strategy designed to promote travel trade growth from North America. Her responsibilities include managing the bureau’s wholesale and retail relationships, training, and events. In addition, Basso will represent HVCB at key trade shows, industry meetings, and seminars. She will...