Destinations
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...
Beyond Niagara
In this week's issue of Canadian Travel Press, executive editor, Bob Mowat reports that as Hornblower Niagara Cruises sails its way into its first season in the Niagara Gorge, the travel trade here shouldn't be too surprised by all the new things that it has put on the itinerary. Consider the fact that today Hornblower has over 1,000 employees and operates 70 vessels. Hornblower Inc.'s chairman and CEO, Terry MacRae will tell you that "we're one of those companies that's an overnight success after a third of a century in business. More people know about us now than ever before. But in...
Europe’s Off Season Means Savings with Trafalgar
Agents can extend the sales of their most profitable Trafalgar Europe and Britain guided holidays with the release of the new Autumn, Winter and Spring program offering 35 itineraries for travel from fall 2014 to spring 2015. Offering more itineraries than ever across 23 countries, plus unique Christmas products and additional departure dates, there is no better opportunity to showcase what for many guests is the unknown treasures of Europe out of peak season while saving them up to $554 per couple. The program includes 19 Regionals, four Discoveries, six City Breaks, two Christmas...
Kaanapali Beach Hotel Appointments
Maui’s Kaanapali Beach Hotel has announce that Tiffany Rosenthal has joined the company as sales manager to further develop efforts in travel agent and group sales markets. Rosenthal brings a wealth of experience in the hospitality industry, including a stint at Walt Disney World Co., and at Marriot Maui Ocean Club and The Ritz - Carlton Club, Kapalua as marketing executive and guest relations co-ordinator. Most recently, she served as marketing manager at Maui Diagnostic Imaging for over three years. Also joining the sales and marketing team is Jennifer Welsh as marketing...