Destinations
VIDEO REPORT: California Dreaming
It may have been a coincidence, but on the same night that The Beach Boys brought their famous California sound to Toronto this week, Visit California was bringing news of the Golden State's innumerable travel options, hosting an industry event at the Courthouse. Tourism industry representatives from across California were on hand to update travel industry personnel on the latest news and happenings. Partners included representatives from Los Angeles, Sacramento, San Diego, Santa Barbara, Santa Monica, Sonoma and West Hollywood, as well as several attractions and resort officials. Check out...
Edmonton party set for Indy week
For the third year running, Race Week Edmonton will be the city's celebration of eats, engines and entertainment centred around the Edmonton Indy auto race. Entertainers include Wide Mouth Mason, Clayton Bellamy and The Headpins. The Ford Full Speed Fun Zone features interactive displays, simulators and activities for all ages. Other activities lined up are: the Capital Power Go Kit Derby, St. Albert's annual Father's Day Soap Box Derby and the United Cycle Lap the Track. Festivities run July 14-22....
Discover America unveils Canadian board
The Discover America Committee Canada has announced its incoming executive board which will spearhead the organization's activities promoting travel from Canada to the USA. Outgoing chairman, Adam Wilcox made the announcement, saying: "I wish to thank all of the new executive board members for agreeing to take up these very important positions. I am very conscious of the challenging times ahead for the incoming board and have every confidence that the board will play its part in continuing to bring this organization to fruition in due course." Wilcox also expressed his gratitude and paid...
NYC & Company launches Third Night promotion
NYC & Company, the official marketing, tourism and partnership organization for the City of New York, reports that 16 hotels in The Signature Collection, a group of New York City's luxury hotels, will participate in The Signature Collection Third Night promotion this summer. The program gives visitors a Third Night free at participating hotels after they book and pay for two consecutive nights between June 25 and Sept. 3. In addition, for the first time, Third Night customers will receive both a special Key to Madison Avenue card, providing special offers at the luxury retail district on...
Kona Coffee festival set for November
Hawaii's oldest food festival will once again host more than 40 events throughout the 2012 Kona Coffee Cultural Festival slated for Nov. 2-11. For easy planning, the Festival has separated its events into three signature blocks of fun -- Opening Weekend, Festival Weekday Events and Festival Finale Weekend, brewing a full menu of events for attendees during this iconic coffee festival. Throughout the 10 days, festival goers are immersed in a Kona coffee extravaganza that includes such favourites as the prestigious Kona Coffee Cultural Festival Cupping Competition, Kona coffee cooking and...
Dinosaurs roam at Royal BC Museum
Dinosaurs continue to roam the Royal BC Museum in a new exhibition that opened May 17 and runs through the summer. It is named "Dinosaurs: Ancient Fossils, New Discoveries,"and it explores changes in the understanding of these creatures. The exhibit features skeletons of giants like T. Rex and other predators and herbivores, plus a scientifically accurate robotic moving dinosaur; the recreation of a forest in Mesozoic China and other high-tech displays and hands-on interactive stations. The four-month engagement at the Royal BC Museum is its first and only Canadian stop....
Business as usual in Acapulco
Following Tropical Storm Carlotta, which made landfall on June 16, the Acapulco Destination Marketing Office reports that the destination, its airport and all hotels are operating in full capacity. "Acapulco luckily suffered nothing more than a good rain,"said Pedro Haces Sordo, president of the Acapulco Destination Marketing Office. "It is important to note that tourism services have not been interrupted and are operating normally."While the storm did not affect Acapulco directly, destination officials maintained close contact with Offices of the Secretary of Tourism for the State of...
Family package on sale at Fairmont Kea Lani
The all-suite Fairmont Kea Lani in Maui is now offering summer and fall packages with customized amenities and discounts of up to 40%. The luxury resort, located in the lush Wailea area of Maui, has a package for everyone, including families, couples, golfers and active travellers. For instance, the Suite Ride Car package is great for families visiting Maui. It not only includes accommodations in a one-bedroom suite, but also a midsize rental car with unlimited miles to explore the island. Guests can also enjoy the resort's 140-foot water slide, toddler pool, sandy bottom swimming beach,...