Destinations
Policy Inhibitions
A newly released report, the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) says that Canada's tourism taxes, visa policies and cuts to key national marketing budgets are inhibiting its travel and tourism growth. David Scowsill, president and CEO of the WTTC unveiled the organization's Annual Economic Impact 2014 Canada Report today, observing that: "Canada's natural beauty and friendly people make it a wonderful place to visit. But the Canadian government is not taking the economic potential of the sector seriously enough. The budget for marketing Canada has been slashed repeatedly, and to...
Germany Live
The German National Tourist Office, together with partners, has created a four-part webinar series to show the best of Germany. Those interested can register at http://promo.baxter.net/contest/webinars/Germany.asp . The episodes, which run from March 26 to April 16, are organized to explain the best travel options to Germany, show how your clients can use the railways in style, what top-class hotel accommodations can offer, and give you a run-down of the exciting tours available. Each of the webinars will begin with an introduction from the GNTO on various German travel...
It’s So Miami
The Greater Miami Convention & Visitors Bureau (GMCVB) has launched a new campaign entitled “It’s So Miami (ISM): People and Places.” The new program shines a light on locals and their neighbourhoods, encouraging visitors to explore the destination’s diversity and extend their stays. Curated by locals and the GMCVB, the campaign provides visitors with an authentic, insider’s perspective to Miami and The Beaches. “We want to promote the rich, cultural heritage of Miami’s neighbourhoods to our visitors. And what better way to do this than through the eyes of local...
Germany For The Jewish Traveller
The German National Tourist Board (GNTB) has launched a new e- brochure entitled “Germany for the Jewish Traveler,” which is packed with travel tips and information about Jewish life, Jewish culture and places of interest in 64 German cities. The e- brochure, which is free to download from http://www.germany.travel/en/ebrochures.html , is an integral part of a global travel campaign launched by the GNTB for travellers with Jewish heritage. Germany is home to the third-largest Jewish community in western Europe, indeed the only European Jewish community that is growing rather...
Snowmobilers Get Price Break On Whistler Tours
Discounts are now available on snowmobile tour operating at Whistler with The Adventure Group. The company is offering breaks of 25% on weekdays and 10% on weekends on the regular tour prices. The Adventure Group offers tours of the local mountains that range from gentle family cruises to advanced back country powder riding. Free photos of the experience are also provided to...
Intrawest Passport For Multi-Mountain Skiing
The new Intrawest Passport by Intrawest Resorts will offer children 12 and under free skiing, and enable ski visits by families to six different resorts under the Intrawest flag. They will get six days of skiing at each of the six North American resorts in 2014-2015 -- and there are no blackout dates. The six resorts are Steamboat Springs and Winter Park in Colorado; Blue Mountain in Ontario; Mont Tremblant in Quebec; Stratton Mountain in Vermont; and Snowshoe Mountain in West Virginia. Prices start at $549 and go down from...
Luana Waikiki Offers Spa Package
Aqua Hotels and Resorts is inviting guests to spoil themselves by taking advantage of a new spa package at Luana Waikiki, an Aqua boutique hotel, when booking a minimum two-night stay through Dec. 20. “We are pleased to partner with Ville de Coco and offer guests a spa option during their visit to Oahu,” said Rudy Fao, general manager. “A massage or mani/pedi is the perfect way to unwind and pamper oneself after a busy day of sunning, sightseeing and shopping.” Luana Waikiki is a popular contemporary boutique hotel, ideally situated overlooking Ft. DeRussy Park and near...
Whistler Readies For Ski/Snowboard Fest
Tickets are now on sale for the 19th annual World Ski and Snowboard Festival, which is set to take place April 11-14 at different venues around Whistler Village and on the mountains. There are lots of non-ticketed events, including the daily Outdoor Concert Series at the Main Stage in Skiers Plaza, the Bud Light Apres Series and Bud Light Freeride Club Series and other ski and snowboard races and demos throughout the festival. Ticketed events provide access to some of the latest in film, photography and video, including the Olympus Pro Photographer Showdown competition. Plenty of...