Destinations
Win airfare to Israel in new Facebook contest
The Israel Ministry of Tourism has launched a new "My Israel - My Way"Facebook contest, offering a chance to win free roundtrip airfare to Israel for two via El Al Israel Airlines. The new contest requires participants to visit the Israel Ministry of Tourism Facebook page and select the "My Israel - My Way"tab at top of the screen. Participants who then answer five questions about their top travel preferences will be automatically entered to win the prize. "The new Facebook contest is a fun and innovative way to promote tourism to Israel,"said Haim Gutin, Israel Commissioner for Tourism,...
Dine around, then stay in Victoria town
Visitors to Victoria looking to try some of the city's finest eateries at a great price will want to catch the annual Dine Around & Stay in Town event. Celebrating its 13th year, Dine Around takes place Feb. 21 to March 10. Victoria boasts the second highest number of restaurants per capita in North America, and this year's event welcomes more than 60 of Victoria's top restaurants. They are offering three-course menus in three price categories -- $20, $30 and $40 p.p. Accommodation packages are also available, with prices for participating hotels, resorts and bed & breakfasts starting at $69....
Tourism Ireland launches new Ireland.com site
Tourism Ireland has launched Ireland.com, a new web site that provides Canadians with a new, one-stop shop for information on Ireland. Representing a complete redevelopment of Tourism Ireland's online presence, the new international web site is rolling out in 30 markets around the world. According to officials, Ireland.com has been redeveloped to deliver a transformed web experience for Canadian's planning a vacation in Ireland. Changes to the site include: an enhanced experience for visitors to the site - with more than 1,700 images, less crowded pages and much greater ease of navigation;...
Volunteer in the Florida Keys
Visitors who want to do something good and add an enriching element to their next Florida Keys vacation can now connect and get involved with voluntourism opportunities through a newly launched web site -- http://www.keysvoluntourism.com. The new site provides direct links to a variety of Florida Keys charities, non-profit organizations and foundations -- all dedicated to protecting and improving the quality of human and animal life in the island chain -- that are seeking volunteers. Organizations currently involved with the Keys voluntourism effort include Reef Environmental Education...
Discovering the ‘real’ Caribbean with Island Routes
Jamaica-based Island Routes Caribbean Adventures is redefining what it means to discover the "real Caribbean"with a new brand philosophy: LIVE FUNNER. The adventure tour operator is projecting itself as providing "more than just tours and excursions, but adventures that take visitors beyond the resort and into the heart of the islands where setting sail, grabbing the reins, exploring lush peaks and tasting rich flavours are the experiences that become lasting memories. LIVE FUNNER inspires visitors to get off the grid, experience the warmth and vibrancy of the locals, and dive into the...
Coast Hotels opens in Yukon
Vancouver-based Coast Hotels is now taking reservations for its first property in the Yukon's capital city of Whitehorse -- the Coast High Country Inn. The former independent property will now be able to offer guests participation in the brand's popular Coast Rewards loyalty program, as well as the option to earn miles with mileage partners like Air Canada. The Coast High Country Inn offers 82 guest rooms, including 22 suites, meeting space, a restaurant, pub, exercise room and further meeting space in the adjacent Yukon Convention Centre. Coast Hotels & Resorts owns, manages and franchises...
Visit Florida buying Florida Huddle show
Visit Florida has bought the annual Florida Huddle trade show. That's the announcement Visit Florida executive VP of sales and marketing Eileen Forrow is expected to make at an on-site press conference at this year's event in St. Augustine this afternoon. Newly-minted Visit Florida president Will Seccombe hinted at the deal in an exclusive interview with CTP recently, but today's announcement will be the first official statement confirming the purchase. The long-time show has been bought from Jacksonville-based Huddle International and will be run by Visit Florida beginning next...
Tel Aviv launches new web site for LGBT travellers
After being voted this month as one of the "Top Gay Cities in the World,"by Gaycities.com, Tel Aviv's recently launched Visit Tel Aviv-Yafo web site has unveiled its new "Gay Vibe"section, highlighting LGBT-focused events, unique tourist attractions and insider tips for travellers to the city. The web site's Gay Vibe section features a calendar of upcoming events, restaurant openings, local hotspots and parties geared towards Tel Aviv residents and travellers alike, as well as a photo gallery and videos. In addition to the web site, travellers can locate (and like) updates and events though...