Destinations
Breaking The Barrier
Destination Germany continues to see its foreign overnight numbers increase. In fact, in 2013, Germany broke the 70 million barrier, with preliminary figures -- from Germany's Federal Statistics Office -- revealing that foreign guests spent 71.6 million nights in German hotels (with ten or more beds) last year -- that's an increase of 4% over 2012. German National Tourist Board (GNTB) CEO Petra Hedorfer said: "Presenting itself in prime form, the German tourism brand continues to see growth in demand from foreign countries, despite difficult economic conditions in Europe and...
Great Prizes!
Don’t miss your chance to visit the home of the best beach in the USA. This year is a great time to visit the popular Florida destination of St. Pete/Clearwater with many special events, festivals, sporting events, concerts and museum exhibits scheduled throughout 2014. Travel Courier and Visit St. Pete/Clearwater are teaming up to offer Canadian agents the chance to win a trip to St. Pete/Clearwater. Enjoy the steady sun, powder-white beaches, lively entertainment, and coastal character with a one-week vacation. The prize package for two includes a seven-night stay at the Sunset...
Paradise On Offer
Sunquest has put six Paradisus and Melia resorts up for sale, offering savings of up to $400 per couple. The operator's "Paradisus Instant Rebate Offer" is valid from now to Feb. 21, 2014 on all new Sunquest package bookings from any gateway, on any departure date, and for any duration at the following six Paradisus and Melia resorts: Cancun & the Riviera Maya Paradisus Cancun Paradisus Playa del Carmen La Esmeralda Paradisus Playa del Carmen La Perla Punta Cana Paradisus Palma Real Paradisus Punta Cana Melia Tropical (æLevelÆ category only) Both Melia...
Home Is Where The Magic Is
MAGIK Tours is offering a 7-day homestay tour in Japan, with rates from $589 per person. A Homestay provides travellers with an unique way to experience the Japanese lifestyle and discover this rich traditional culture. It's also an amazing opportunity to learn more about Japanese history, the language and customs through daily interactions with a Japanese family. The understanding of another culture and another people is a unique experience allowing you to be more open and to grow your knowledge. The families are carefully selected to ensure convenience and the best stay possible...
Spring Has Sprung!
Okay, so there's still snow on the ground in most places in Canada right now, but don't despair, Aston Hotels & Resorts is coming to the rescue with special spring romance packages. The special packages are being offered at two of Aston's Waikiki hotels -- the Aston Waikiki Beach Hotel and Aston's newest Waikiki destination, the designer boutique Hotel Renew by Aston. Aston's "Suite Deal" package is for vacationers booking an Aloha Suite at the Aston Waikiki Beach Hotel. By doing that, they'll receive a $100 gift card to the hotel's Tiki's Grill & Bar. As well, valet parking...
More, More, More
Air Canada rouge has started non-stop service between Montreal and Orlando, offering two daily departures from Montreal. The service is year round and represents a 30% capacity increase this summer compared to Air Canada service last year. With the launch of the increased Montreal service, there's now more Air Canada/Air Canada rouge non-stop service between Canada and Orlando than any other carrier, with Air Canada flights from Halifax and Ottawa and Air Canada rouge flights from Toronto and Montreal. Air Canada rouge offers convenient morning departures daily for those customers...
Right Time, Right Place
The Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) will hold its 37th PATA Travel Mart at Diamond Island Convention and Exhibition Centre in Phnom Penh, Cambodia. The Mart, which is being hosted by the Ministry of Tourism of Cambodia, runs from Sept. 17 to Sept. 19, 2014. The annual event offers delegates the opportunity to buy and sell Asia Pacific travel products in an emerging destination that has diversified its tourist attractions and attracted double digit increases in arrivals over the last 10 years. PATAPower statistics show that in 2013 Cambodia's visitor arrivals increased 8% to...
A Definite Cachet
In this week's edition of Travel Courier, Ian Stalker reports that Icelandair will be adding an additional flight from Edmonton this summer, with the carrier noting the move comes as a result of "high demand." The new flight will operate on Tuesdays, and with the additional departure, Icelandair now offers flights up to five days a week with non-stop service to Iceland and connections to more than 20 destinations in Europe. Earlier this year, Icelandair previously announced an early launch date of March 5 and increased the seasonal flight schedule to year-round service from...