In this week's issue of Canadian Travel Press, western editor Ted Davis reports that tourism interests on the scenic coast of BC north of Vancouver Island have already let it be known that they are very dismayed with the cancellation of a popular BC Ferries tour route for the upcoming travel season.
The BC government has announced the dismantling of the Discovery Coast Passage route, taking the large and comfortable Queen of Chilliwack out of service and replacing it with a much less usable vessel. The MS Nimpkish is small, slow and offers almost no passenger amenities. Passengers will...
The eco-friendly beachfront resort Andaz Maui at Wailea Resort & Spa officially opened its doors in late 2013, welcoming guests to experience its impressive design, amenities, approachable service and beachfront destination. The opening of Andaz Maui at Wailea marks the 10th hotel to join the Andaz brand and is the first Andaz hotel located in a resort destination. As with all Andaz properties, the hotel will create inspiring experiences through culturally rich offerings that help guests feel more like locals.
For further details, check out http://maui.andaz.hyatt.com...
Sun Peaks Resort is about to become the second largest ski area in the country - and its signature hotel is taking on a whole new identity as part of that next phase of growth.
The Delta Sun Peaks Resort will become Sun Peaks Grand Hotel & Conference Centre as of May 1, a name chosen to reflect the hotel's superb guest facilities, amenities and services and its landmark position within the resort village.
The existing ownership, management personnel and employees of the luxury hotel remain in place, and are committed to continuous improvements including a refurbishment program...
The Fairmont Kea Lani, Maui has recently renovated its Pacific Board Room with the latest technology for meetings.
Accommodating up to 14 people, the room is outfitted with an interactive touchscreen smart television that has video conferencing capability, a premium built-in sound system and an integrated table that interfaces electronic devices with the HD television.
As the only permanently installed video conferencing room in Wailea, the Pacific Board Room is the perfect location for a modern meeting in paradise.
The Fairmont Kea Lani, Maui has also opened its new Willow...
Reservations are now being accepted by the Homewood Suites by Hilton Halifax-Downtown for stays starting June 15, 2014. Owned and managed by SilverBirch Hotels & Resorts, the hotel also features a signature SilverBirch Conference Centre with Connections Cafe.
The 135 all-suites hotel features studio, one- and two-bedroom suites, and is offering pre-opening specials with rates starting from $175 and extended stay rates as low as $152. It is also offering a pre-opening group rate for 10 or more rooms per night starting from $169.
The property offers its guests a number of...
You could win a trip for two to Orlando, Florida to celebrate SeaWorld's 50th anniversary. They're hosting a special anniversary celebration, Sea of Surprises, beginning in March at parks in Orlando, San Diego, and San Antonio. Festivities will highlight memorable SeaWorld experiences, fun new entertainment like the nighttime Shamu show, close-up animal encounters, SeaWorld Surprise Squad handing out prizes and gifts throughout the parks, and so much more.
This is your last chance to enter and win a trip for two to SeaWorld in Orlando and join in the fun! Prize includes airfare from...
Montage Hotels & Resorts is expanding its luxury hotel collection with the addition of Montage Kapalua Bay in Maui. Scheduled to debut in the spring of 2014, the resort is set atop the world-class picturesque Kapalua Bay, and will feature a 50-room all-suite Montage hotel and 56 Montage branded residences for sale. Montage is investing in a multi-million dollar improvement project of the presently operated Residences at Kapalua Bay to prepare for the grand opening.
Go to http://kapaluabay.montagehotels.com for...
Sheraton Waikiki’s Leahi Club Lounge is now available for groups to facilitate a board meeting or use as a function space. Leahi Club Lounge, perched 30 floors above the world’s most famous beach, offers panoramic views of Waikiki Beach and skyline. The lounge was named after the original Hawaiian name for Diamond Head as it offers the finest views of the iconic crater from anywhere in Waikiki. Guests may access Leahi Club via private glass elevators to the resort’s exclusive club located on the 30th floor.
Further information is available at http://www.sheraton-waikiki.com...
Tourism Ireland has launched a series of four new online films featuring Canadian astronaut, Chris Hadfield. Prospective holidaymakers from Canada and around the world are encouraged to visit Ireland and follow in the famous spaceman's footsteps.
Earlier this year, Tourism Ireland enlisted Hadfield's help when he visited Ireland -- filming the Canadian as he spent several days as a "tourist," visiting some of Ireland's top attractions and experiences. The resulting four short videos are called "An Astronaut's Guide to the Island of Ireland."
The short films feature Donegal and the...
Homewood Suites by Hilton, Hilton Worldwide’s international brand of upscale, all-suite, extended-stay hotels, has opened the Homewood Suites by Hilton Winnipeg Airport – Polo Park.
The 113-suite hotel is the brand’s 12th property in Canada.
Homewood Suites Winnipeg Airport-Polo Park offers studio and one-bedroom suites, with additional guest amenities including a full evening meal with drinks Monday-Thursday in the hotel’s hospitality centre -- the “Lodge” -- 24-hour on-site pantry, complimentary grocery shopping service, fully equipped fitness centre, indoor saltwater...