Turkish breakfast is considered the “golden meal” of the day With Turkish breakfast now a candidate for UNESCO’s Intangible Cultural Heritage designation, Turkish Airlines recently gave Toronto area industry personnel a taste of what awaits clients in the destination by hosting a lavish multi-course...
ANN RUPPENSTEINWith its dramatic mountains and volcanoes, stunning landscapes, and lush rainforests and jungles, travel planner Gina Winston likened arriving in Ecuador to stepping into another world. “Ecuador has so much more to offer than I ever imagined,” the travel advisor...
Travel experts showcase how sales can drive massive demand for travel advisors, not just direct bookings There are sales and then there are SALES. At G Adventures, the Black Friday Sale, which was formerly known as the Cyber Sale, is the biggest sale of the year for the small group travel company.“Year-over-year...
Travel advisors talk Black Friday sales, trends to watch and more Black Friday is around the corner. Do these promotions help drive awareness or interest from clients? BJ: Black Friday is one of those times when clients are actively on the lookout for deals, so it’s a great opportunity to reconnect...
Sean Russo discusses his nearly 20-year career in the travel industry, making ship happen and his go-to karaoke pick Can you tell us a little bit about yourself and how long you've been in the travel industry?I’ve been in the travel industry for almost 20 years, and what a journey it’s been....
The latest hotel & resort news from Puerto Morelos to Corfu Iberostar Selection Riviera CancunThe five-star all-inclusive Iberostar Selection Riviera Cancun is now open near the fishing village of Puerto Morelos, a short 20 minute ride from Cancun International Airport. The resort features...
TRAVELSAVERS Canada marks a quarter-century of empowering travel professionals TRAVELSAVERS Canada used its annual Dine & Discover events in Vancouver, Toronto, Montreal, and Quebec City to celebrate its milestone 25th anniversary with members and partners across the country.“We really wanted...
Tameka Wharton on her journey in the travel industry and her love for the twin-island nation she promotes Tell us a little bit about yourself and how long you’ve been in the travel industry? I've been with the Antigua and Barbuda Tourism Authority from its inception, which was in 2009. 16 years...
Travel advisors talk escaping winter and hot excursions in the Caribbean and beyond Canadians often look to escape the winter. Where are your clients going for sunny escapes this year? JD: This year I’m seeing a lot of interest in Hawaii, Bali, Dubai, Barbados, and Anguilla. My clients often want...
ANN RUPPENSTEIN To put the devastating impact that the Gaza war has had on tourism across the country into perspective, Malia Asfour said renowned sites like Petra, famous for its one-of-a-kind rock-cut architecture, went from “over tourism to no tourism” over the past two years as people...
