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Cuba Back On Track
The Cuba Tourist Board of Canada reports that travel advisories for Havana and Varadero have been lifted by the Canadian government following Cuba's swift and effective response to Hurricane Irma. Eloy Govea, director for Canada for the Cuba Tourist Board, said: “The retraction of the travel advisories for Havana and Varadero is really a reflection of how Cubans have banded together to get life back on track.” Govea continued: “We are pleased that the Canadian government is confident in the safety of our destinations and look forward to showcasing Canadian travellers the spirit...
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Good News From The DR Hurricane Maria has moved away from the Dominican Republic, without having had a direct impact on the countrys tourism industry. Julio Almonte, vice minister of tourism of the Dominican Republics Northern Zone, said: “In the north, the situation is under control despite intermittent rains and moderate winds that have caused some trees to fall, said. We have toured the area and can report that the hotel infrastructure has not suffered any damage and that electricity and water services are working. The roads are operational and Gregorio Luperón Airport...
Collette Gives Back
As part of its dedicated commitment to social responsibility both in their own communities and where their guests travel, Collette has launched an impact travel program. Twenty guests recently returned from the inaugural South Africa Impact Tour – Travel with Heart, a 13-day experience blending traditional sightseeing with giving back to local communities. Guests volunteer with local programs dedicated to improving the lives of children in the South Africa community. Collette has partnered with Knysna Education Trust to spend a day working on educational programs and building...
Goway Puts Spotlight on Africa, the Middle East
Could Africa and the Middle East look increasingly attractive to hurricane-weary Canadians looking for a relaxed vacation locale? Just possibly say some of those on hand for a Tuesday Goway Travel event in Toronto showcasing those two regions. Africa and the Middle East – both of which have often had to contend with their own image issues over the years – may be able to attract Canadians who have recently been hearing daily reports of the Caribbean – traditionally popular with vacationers from this country – being pummelled by hurricanes. “I hate to say it, but they...
Still Time to Save With Trafalgar
Trafalgar is reminding agents that there is still time left to book their clients’ 2018 dream holiday at 2017 prices and save them an additional 10%. The offer is valid for bookings made by Sept. 24 with Trafalgar's 2018 Europe and Britain Preview program. Clients can also save an additional 10% on select departures with an Early Payment Discount if paid by Jan. 11, 2018. And, Trafalgar past guests receive 5% off their 2018 land price, and when booking two or more trips of seven days or longer save an additional 2.5%. “We would like to secure clients’ spots for on our...
Air Canada Cancels Dominican Flights
In response to Hurricane Maria, Air Canada Vacations (ACV) is operating five additional flights to bring customers home early from the Dominican Republic. Puerto Plata: Sept. 19 – ZX1759, departing from Puerto Plata at 1:40 p.m. to Montreal; Sept. 19 – ZX2111, departing from Puerto Plata at noon and then from Samana at 12:55 p.m. to Montreal. Punta Cana: Sept. 19 – ZX1991, departing from Punta Cana at 3 p.m. to Toronto; Sept. 19 – ZX1999, departing from Punta Cana at 5 p.m. to Toronto; Sept. 19 – ZX1993, departing from Punta Cana at 7:45 p.m. to Montreal. Customers...
TravelBrands Sells Carte Postale
TravelBrands has signed an agreement to sell its North American division of Carte Postale to Tours Chanteclerc. “It is with great pleasure that we announce today the purchase of Carte Postale Tours by Tours Chanteclerc. It is a natural transaction that is part of our quest to focus our product selection around our core business and to offer our travel agent customers the best service in the industry,” said TravelBrands CEO Frank DeMarinis. “The synergy with Tours Chanteclerc, a leader in the North America travel sphere, is just perfect. This will allow the Carte Postale team...
ACV Monitors Hurricane Maria, Cancels Dominican Flights
Due to Hurricane Maria, Air Canada Vacations (ACV) has cancelled today's scheduled departures to the Dominican Republic. Travellers planning to travel between Sept. 18-24 may rebook an alternate Air Canada Vacations package by Oct. 15 for travel until April 30, 2018. Customers are responsible for any price differential resulting from selection of a higher-priced alternative. Travellers heading to Antigua, Barbados, Fort de France, Guadeloupe and St. Lucia with ACV between Sept. 18-20 may also rebook an alternate package by Oct. 15 for travel until April 30,...