Destinations
Barbados Celebrates Its Travel Agent Partners
The Barbados Tourism Marketing Inc. (BTMI) hosted some of its top travel agent partners at the Oistins North Pop Up Kitchen, located at JC’s Grill House in Mississauga last week (Sept. 8) Agents enjoyed an immersive cultural experience which showcased some elements of Barbados’ rich history and culture including music, local cuisine and rum and really provided those attending with a ‘Taste of Barbados.’ Along with being treated to local delicacies and Bajan sweet treats, those attending the event also had the opportunity to take photos with the costumed revellers that...
Ready To Reconnect
One of the things that Transat Distribution Canada’s (TDC) general manager, Karine Gagnon will tell you is that: “TDC has been very active over the past few years in playing a critical role in supporting its network.” And she continues that: “Going forward, I think this is where we need to continue to focus our energies: providing our members with what they need to be more efficient, allowing them to focus all their energy on the special relationship they have with their customers.” Gagnon told Canadian Travel Press: “I'm very motivated by this new challenge, and since I...
St. Vincent & The Grenadines Are Ready For Winter 2023
St. Vincent and The Grenadines Tourism Authority (SVGTA) is gearing up for a busy 2023 winter season, offering an update on flights and hotels for agents with clients looking to escape during the colder months. Glen Beache, CEO for the SVGTA, said: “We are very excited and looking forward to welcoming our Canadian friends this winter with the commencement of Air Canada Rouge’s weekly direct flights starting this November. Canada is a very important market for our destination and the new service will contribute to the overall growth of Canadian Visitation.” Air Canada will...
Air Canada Celebrates 85th
To celebrate its 85th anniversary, Air Canada donated its historic aircraft, an original Lockheed L-10A Electra airplane to Winnipeg's Royal Aviation Museum of Western Canada. The iconic aircraft, the first fleet type flown by the carrier, made its final journey as it taxied from the Air Canada hangar at Winnipeg International Airport to the Museum at a handover ceremony. The airplane will go on permanent public display as an iconic piece of aviation history. The aircraft, with registration CF-TCC, was one of three purchased by Air Canada's forerunner, Trans-Canada Air Lines...
PATA Launches Asia Pacific Snapshot
The Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) has launched the PATA Asia Pacific Snapshot: Weekly Travel Recovery Dashboard to support its destination members and the sector at large by offering an easy, comprehensive guide to the status of travel re-openings, new travel experiences, and the most current travel policies and restrictions in place across the region. This dashboard is the latest revamp of PATA's COVID-19 status dashboard which has been issued regularly over the past six months. PATA CEO Liz Ortiguera said, “Clarity on the rapidly evolving travel status and...
Don’t Miss The Jetset Junket With Jetlines
Canada Jetlines is offering a two-day fam on Sept. 16 and Sept. 17 to give travel agents a chance to experience what the carrier has to offer. But agents will need to act fast and book their spot by Sept. 12 as there is only space for 140 travel advisors. Agents will be able to experience why Canada Jetlines “will now be your go-to carrier” as they: Fly to Calgary on board jetlines' A320 and meet the team including CEO Eddy Doyle Stay overnight at one of our welcoming hotel partners Learn about Alberta and Ontario Tourism Boards about what makes them unique and...
Action! Cameras! Flights!
Air France is doing its part to make this year's Toronto International Film Festival a success, not only serving as the festival's official airline but also hosting a pop-up lounge in downtown Toronto where movie buffs can experience a moment of relaxation while enjoying lemonade and cake. Patrons can also have their picture taken in a director-style photo and enter a trivia contest to win various prizes, including two economy Air France tickets from Toronto to the cultural destination of their choice in Europe. "We are proud of this renewed partnership with TIFF for the...
All For A Good Cause
The who’s who of Canada's travel industry teed off at the TravelBrands Annual Golf Classic at the Eagles Nest Golf Club in Maple, Ontario yesterday. And the golfers on hand for the seventh annual event were all there for a good cause. To date, TravelBrands annual tournament has raised just over $1.5 million and its new goal is to raise $3 million. Yesterday’s tournament raised $283,515 through sponsorships, a live auction, a silent auction and a 50/50 draw. All net proceeds from the tournament will support the renovation of the Cardiac Operating Room at SickKids. Golfers...