Destinations
Marine experts describe whales at Hilton Waikoloa
Migrating whales come so close to the coast of the Big Island that guests at the Hilton Waikoloa Village can enjoy whale watching from the shoreline - and they can do it with the expert marine naturalists of Ocean Sports. Guests meet the guides at Buddha Point at 7:30 a.m. for a whale watch talk to get tips on how to best spot the whales and learn what all those splashes are about. This activity is complimentary for hotel guests and is available daily to April 15. Reservations are recommended. In addition to the on-shore lectures, Ocean Sports offers three daily trips to see the humpbacks in...
Guests explore Gastown with Hotel Le Soleil package
The Discover Gastown package at the Executive Hotel Le Soleil in Vancouver includes two night's accommodation in an executive suite, valet parking, complimentary Wi-Fi, a listing of the hotel team's favourite Gastown shopping sites and a walking map, along with a bottle of wine in room. Package pricing starts at $169 for two adults plus taxes. The downtown hotel is surrounded by excellent shopping options from the Pacific Centre to Robson Street. But it is also within easy walking distance to Gastown, which is gaining an international reputation as an innovative neighbourhood....
Adventure Center offers CATS training in SK, MB
Pat Rochon, national sales manager for Adventure Center, has announced the first ever Certified Adventure Travel Specialist training sessions in Manitoba and Saskatchewan. The training will take place in Winnipeg at the Caboto Centre on Jan. 23, and in Saskatoon on Jan. 24 at the Western Development Museum. Each session runs noon to 4 p.m. Topics cover the benefits of selling adventure travel and how to promote it. The cost of $40 includes a lunch and a charity contribution. CATS agents enjoy higher commission opportunities, fam priority status, eligibility for co-op funds and agent exclusive...
Follow your heart to Hawaii with Aqua
Aqua Hotels & Resorts allows guests to follow their hearts to Hawaii's tropical paradise this Valentine's season with three packages that set the stage for island-style romance. Aqua's Three Night Stand, Snooze-N-Crooze and Island Sampler packages cater to any heart's desire whether it is champagne and sunsets or active island adventures and picnics on the beach. With Aqua's Three Night Stand package, guests choose three nights at any of Aqua's 10 hotels in Waikiki. They also receive guaranteed Queen or King Bed, a Kama Sutra Getaway Love Kit (includes Vanilla Creme Oil of Love, Sweet...
California dreaming with Holiday House, FunSun
Holiday House and FunSun Vacations have unveiled their 2013 California brochure, showcasing program highlights in L.A., San Diego, San Francisco, Anaheim and Disney. Focusing on all that can be seen and done in sunny California, highlights of the 2013 program include hundreds of hotels and resorts to choose from - in city centres, right in Disneyland, by the beach and more; the choice of a variety of different scheduled carriers, including Air Canada, WestJet, Delta, American Airlines, United and Alaska Airlines, with daily departures; information and pricing on car rentals and attraction...
Pacific Coach wins 2012 tourism award from Skal
SKAL International Vancouver has announced Pacific Coach as the recipient of the 2012 Skal International Vancouver, Bill Rowe Tourism Award. With more than 50 years as a private sector corporation, Pacific Coach has contributed to the development of tourism in BC. It provides scheduled service between Vancouver/Victoria, and Vancouver/Whistler as well as offering charter services for groups throughout the region. It was one of the first companies to offer inter-modal services with BC Ferries, and also created a seamless network linking tourism points of entry like the cruise ship terminals...
Hawaiian turboprops head to Lanai, Molokai
New short-hop flight services to Lanai and Molokai by Hawaiian Airlines are scheduled to start early in 2013. The service will operate using two ATR 42 twin-turboprop aircraft that were purchased last October. The previously owned aircraft are being configured to accommodate 44 to 50 passengers. "These are the ideal aircraft for service to the less-populated islands in our state,"said Mark Dunkerley, president and CEO of Hawaiian Holdings. They will provide the additional service that Molokai and Lanai residents have been requesting, he said....
Registration opens for Waikiki Hula Conference
Hula enthusiasts from around the world are invited to celebrate the art of hula in its native surroundings at the 6th Annual International Waikiki Hula Conference, May 17-19 at the Hawai'i Convention Center in Honolulu. Open to dancers of all experience levels with an interest in hula, the conference will bring together hundreds of hula lovers for a weekend filled with dance, chant, history, crafts and more. The festival honours the legacy of King David...