Destinations
Antigua And Barbuda Plan New Strategy
The Antigua and Barbuda Tourism Authority (ABTA) wrapped up a series of strategy meetings as marketing teams all gathered in Antigua for face-to-face meetings -- the first since COVID-19 -- to discuss the future of marketing for the destination. The ABTA Board, CEO, and Directors with responsibility for the United States, United Kingdom & Europe, Canada, Latin America & The Caribbean, alongside their teams, were locked into sessions where they reviewed key elements of the Antigua and Barbuda Tourism Authority brand and marketing strategy. Antigua and Barbuda’s Minister of...
The Travel Foundation, 4VI Partner
The Travel Foundation and 4VI (formerly Tourism Vancouver Island) have agreed to a deep, multi-year partnership founded on a shared mission -- to demonstrate new approaches in the global tourism industry that address the impacts and challenges of climate change and inequity. The new partnership will see the Travel Foundation and 4VI working as extensions of each other’s teams, delivering on both global leadership and local impact. Together they will focus on solutions that enhance 4VI’s new business model, while helping to ensure tourism is a force for good on Vancouver Island...
Finding The Balance
At long last, people are feeling overwhelmingly more optimistic about travelling in 2023 compared to 2022 – and that’s despite some of the current instability that’s being felt around the world. In fact, Booking.com reports that close to three quarters (64%) of Canadians report that travelling will always be worth it. The mood is shifting from one of hopeful uncertainty to bold adaptability. If 2022 was about the triumphant return of travel, 2023 will be about creatively reimagining it amidst the chaos. Nothing will be off limits and everything is on the menu as everyone seeks to...
Agents Can Experience The USA Like Never Before
Air Canada is partnering with the Utah Office of Tourism, Washington, DC, Visit Seattle and Travel Oregon to offer Canadian agents an opportunity to sell their way to experience the USA like never before. The newly launched incentive program for travel agents across Canada provides them with a chance to secure a spot on one of four Fam tour opportunities to travel in 2023. Corey Marshall, Director of Canuckiwi, said: “We are pleased to announce that our USA destination clients will partner with Air Canada in addition to offering four fantastic land FAM programs to be...
Taiwan Ending COVID Quarantine Requirements
The Central Epidemic Command Center (CECC) of Taiwan announced that as of Oct. 13, incoming travellers will no longer be required to quarantine and will instead undergo a seven-day period of self-initiated prevention after arrival. After two years in the pandemic, Taiwan and the Taiwanese people are thrilled to welcome back travellers from all over the world to experience its many adventures! International travelers will now be able to fly to this stunning island destination and explore its many offerings. From its rich culture and history to its expansive outdoor offerings there is...
Air Canada Takes Off To Europe In 2023
Air Canada has unveiled details of its strategic expansion of its international network for summer 2023, with the addition of new European services to Brussels, Toulouse and Copenhagen. As well, the carrier is also resuming key Asia services to Tokyo-Haneda and Osaka, and is restoring frequencies to leading destinations in the Atlantic, Pacific and South America regions. Tickets are available for purchase at www.aircanada.com, via the Air Canada App, Air Canada's Contact Centres, and travel agents. Mark Galardo, Senior Vice President Network Planning and Revenue...
ETC Finds Finances A Barrier To Long-Haul Travel
According to the latest Long-Haul Travel Barometer (LHTB) from the European Travel Commission (ETC) and Eurail BV the appetite for overseas travel in the last months of 2022 has improved, with Brazil (150p), Canada (136p) and the US (126p) showing the greatest rise in the sentiment index compared to summer. However, the desire to visit Europe has stagnated in key markets, showing only marginal improvements. The report offers insights on traveller sentiment for the period of September to December 2022. With the cost-of-living crisis set to have a crippling impact on household...
ACTA Let’s Government Know Its Priorities
ACTA has submitted its pre-budget consultation paper to the House of Commons Finance Committee for parliamentary review as the federal budget for 2023 is now in the planning stages. Wendy Paradis, ACTA President, said: “We were very pleased that all legacy border measures were removed as of Oct. 1, but ACTA remains vigilant, keeping an eye on all issues that potentially affect travel agencies and independent travel agents.” Paradis noted as well that: “Meetings with key ministries, policy makers, and politicians continue, and we are always looking to remove red-tape to build a...