Destinations
Winging Its Way To America
Canadians wishing to take advantage of a strong “Loonie” across the border this winter will be pleased to know that Sunwing has expanded its US program with the release of its 2014 USA Collection brochure. This information guide is designed to make vacation bookings for Canadians seamless and offers travellers pre-packaged bookings as well as the flexibility to build custom vacations combining Sunwing’s direct flight service, value-priced hotels, car rentals, airport transfers and or attraction tickets. In the Sunshine State, Sunwing offers direct flights and vacation packages to...
Rendezvous With British Charm
Bermuda is making it easy for visitors to immerse themselves in the island’s British charm and distinctive arts, cultural and entertainment offerings this winter with the re-launch of its “Rendezvous Activities Program.” Through March 31, the Bermuda Department of Tourism and the Bermuda Department of Community and Cultural Affairs have partnered to provide visitors with an array of daily activities highlighting the island’s rich local heritage. Most events and activities are free and range from guided tours of the acclaimed Masterworks Museum of Bermuda Art and Bermuda National...
Taking The Initiative
Improving air connectivity through a closer co-ordination of tourism and aviation policies to ensure the sustained growth of the tourism sector and of air transport was the commitment stemming from the annual UNWTO & World Travel Market (WTM) Ministers’ Summit (held in London, UK, Nov. 5). Critical issues related to bridging air transport and tourism policies, including the current regulatory framework, taxation and the way forward in facilitating the all travel process were discussed in a panel debate that gathered Tourism Ministers and private sector representatives from around the...
History, Heritage, Heartbreak
History, heritage and even heartbreak -- an unusual combination for a trip to Europe, and part of what makes the Great Canadian War Memorial Tour offered by Globus a memorable and meaningful experience. The tour, described as "designed by Canadians, for Canadians," takes in many museums, memorials and special sites that commemorate Canadians' contributions during both world wars. "Agents are learning that these tours have clearly struck a nerve with those who have a personal connection or abiding interest in European history," says Stephanie Bishop of Globus' Canada office. The 10-day tour...
GET ALRIGHT WITH JAMAICA
Minister of tourism of Jamaica, the Hon. Dr. Wykeham McNeill paid his first official visit to Canada since being appointed in January 2012. The minister was accompanied by John Lynch, director of tourism for Jamaica and Paul Pennicook, chairman of JAMVAC on the visit, and the trio was in Toronto for a special dinner hosted by Philip Rose, head of the Jamaica Touist Board in Canada. Minister McNeill was upbeat about the increasing arrival numbers from this country. The minister and his department are going full steam ahead to promote many additional attractions, that include swimming with the...