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Germany’s tourism growth outpaces the rest of Europe The German Federal Statistical Office counted 70.2 million overnight stays from foreign visitors between January and November, 2014, in accommodation facilities with 10 or more beds. That adds an extra three million overnight stays compared with the same time period in 2013 – an increase...
Travel Courier Issue Date: Feb 19, 2015
Posted in Europe
Princess to host Seahawks fan cruise They may not be Super Bowl champs, but Princess Cruises, the official cruise line of the Seattle Seahawks, is still set to celebrate with the team during its “Sail with the Seahawks – A Cruise for the 12s,” featuring a seven-night Alaska cruise over Father’s Day, departing from Seattle...
Travel Courier Issue Date: Feb 19, 2015
Posted in Cruising
Saint Lucia jazz festival has star-studded line-up The annual Saint Lucia Jazz and Arts Festival, now in its 24th year, will raise the curtain April 30 with a line-up of performers who blend island culture, famed musical talent and diverse music genres. Performers taking centre stage this year include singer/songwriter Robin Thicke, two-time...
Travel Courier Issue Date: Feb 19, 2015
Posted in Caribbean
Air Canada reports record numbers in ’14 Air Canada is reporting record numbers for 2014 with full year adjusted net income of $531 million or $1.81 per diluted share compared to adjusted net income of $340 million or $1.20 per diluted share in 2013, an improvement of $191 million or $0.61 per diluted share. “In 2014, Air Canada...
Travel Courier Issue Date: Feb 19, 2015
Posted in Air
Westin Edmonton’s Ryan O’Flynn takes gold Executive Chef Ryan O’Flynn of The Westin Edmonton captured gold at the Canadian Culinary Championship this past weekend in Kelowna, BC. He took top honours in the competition which had winning chefs from 11 Canadian cities, coast to coast competing to crown Canada’s top Chef. Chef...
Travel Courier Issue Date: Feb 12, 2015
Posted in West
TICO announces dates for AGM The Travel Industry Council of Ontario (TICO) has announced the date of its 2015 Annual General Meeting (AGM) -- June 23 at 4 p.m. at the Toronto Congress Centre located at 650 Dixon Rd.,Toronto. This year, TICO will be holding an election for three positions on the TICO board of directors....
Travel Courier Issue Date: Feb 12, 2015
Posted in Industry News
ENCORE CRUISES During February, Encore Cruises has an agents' incentive that rewards bookings with a special bonus commission. The 50 Shades of Cruising event, which runs through Feb. 28, automatically gives agents who book sailings of six nights or longer with any of Encore’s cruise line partners a $50...
Travel Courier Issue Date: Feb 12, 2015
Posted in Incentives
ADVENTURE CANADA Exploring Canada’s wilderness and coastal communities by Adventure Canada expedition ship is easier for single travellers. Until Feb. 14, Adventure Canada is waiving the single supplement on three expeditions, including Mighty Saint Lawrence. That June 14-23 itinerary features the coastal...
Travel Courier Issue Date: Feb 12, 2015
Posted in Touring
Louis T plans to make its debut in the resort trade Thailand's Mantra Samui Resort is about to undergo a major transformation. The boutique hotel on Koh Samui is gaining a new owner and a new hospitality group at the helm. Louis T Collection (Louis T) recently acquired the property as the first milestone in its plan to build an expansive,...
Travel Courier Issue Date: Feb 12, 2015
Posted in Asia-Pacific
ETIHAD Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, carried a record number of passengers and cargo in 2014, marking its strongest operational performance to date. Almost 14.8 million passengers flew with Etihad Airways last year, a significant increase of 23% over 2013...
Travel Courier Issue Date: Feb 12, 2015
Posted in Air
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