Destinations
Keeping The Coast Clean
The Tourism Enhancement Fund (TEF) has invested approximately $6.9 million in this year’s International Coastal Cleanup Day initiative, which is spearheaded locally by the Jamaica Environment Trust (JET). During a recent launch event in Port Royal, TEF's Executive Director, Dr. Carey Wallace, stated at that the partnership with JET not only improves the island's tourism product but also encourages a behavioural change in our people that is required to combat pollution in the long run. Dr. Wallace said: “The assets of Jamaica, from a tourism perspective, [include] its natural...
Growing Up On Alcatraz
Alcatraz is one of San Francisco’s most iconic landmarks -- steeped in stories of famed inmates like Al “Scarface” Capone and George “Machine Gun” Kelly. Legends of “The Rock” and its rumoured successful jailbreaks have inspired novels and star-studded movies. Today, the National Park attracts more than one million visitors from around the world per year. But what’s it like growing up on Alcatraz Island? That’s a story very few can tell … “I had my first kiss on Alcatraz,” Jolene Babyak states ambiguously without further explanation, leaving one wonder if the...
TRAVELSAVERS Canada Names Clementino SVP & GM Canada
Jane Clementino will take on the role of Senior Vice President and General Manager Canada for TRAVELSAVERS Canada beginning Sept. 6, 2022. Clementino will oversee business development, sales, and the day-to-day operations of the TRAVELSAVERS’ Canadian team in addition to managing the strategic partnership duties from Cathie Lewis Hardy, who is retiring after 20 years with the company. The Canadian TRAVELSAVERS team consisting of Business Analysts, Regional Business Development Directors and Director of Strategic Partnerships will report directly to Clementino. Kathryn...
Say Fore With Skål
Over 100 tourism, hospitality and travel industry executives, and fellow Skålleagues, friends and family enjoyed a day of sportsmanship, camaraderie and fun on the links. Considered a key travel and tourism industry event each year, the 66th Annual Skål Toronto/Toronto North Golf Tournament took take place at Royal Ontario Golf Club on Tuesday, August 23rd, 2022. Baxter Media were proud to be one of the sponsors of this successful event. In the photos Top Photo -- Volunteers give golfers a big welcome as they arrive for the tournament Second Photo -- The Top...
Intrepid Names Smith New GM For North America
Intrepid Travel has appointed Tom Smith as General Manager, North America, bringing more senior leadership, vision and strategic growth to North America. Smith will report to North American Managing Director Matt Berna, who oversees sales & marketing, operations, mergers & acquisitions, and strategic growth in the Americas. The B Corp-certified world-leader in responsible travel operates in over 130 countries with 40 offices globally. In 2022, Intrepid DMC opened its first operations base in North America off the back of its acquisition of specialist adventure operator...
Antigua And Barbuda Post July Gains
Antigua and Barbuda’s steady tourism rebound continues for yet another month as, stayover tourism arrivals for July 2022, have topped the July 2019 pre-pandemic record. The islands’ Ministry of Tourism is reporting a growth in arrivals of 7% for the month of July against benchmark year 2019. During the month, Antigua and Barbuda welcomed 24,673 visitors to the destination, an increase over 2021’s 23,405 and the 2019 record of 23,031. Antigua and Barbuda’s Minister of Tourism The Honourable Charles Fernandez said: “For a second year, we are experiencing a healthy summer...
Tourism Driving Jamaica’s Post-COVID-19 Recovery
The latest report from the Planning Institute of Jamaica (PIOJ) highlights the fact that tourism is “driving” Jamaica’s post-COVID-19 economic recovery. Jamaica’s Minister of Tourism, Edmund Bartlett welcomed the PIOJ’s report which indicates that the tourism sector has contributed significantly to the country’s economic growth in the second quarter of the year. The PIOJ reported that Jamaica’s economy grew by 5.7% during the April to June quarter of 2022, compared with the same period in 2021, with the tourism and hospitality sector contributing substantially. It...
London Is A Top Choice For North Americans
London continues to be one of the top destinations for global travellers, with the UK capital reporting its strongest hotel occupancy numbers and flight bookings since the pandemic. The “it” destination celebrated the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee this past spring with record crowds, top-notch entertainment and royal family sightings. Visitors from North America continue to outpace other international markets, ranking London among the top destinations on their travel bucket list. According to the latest Traveler Insights Report from Expedia Group Media Solutions, London was the...