Nearly a million cruise passengers expected to visit IAN STALKER The Vancouver Port Authority expects cruise ships will return to the B.C. city in force this year and inject a healthy amount of money into the British Columbia economy while doing so, a welcome rebound from the past two cruise seasons...
Make a splash in Florida IAN STALKER Florida tourism officials say those vacationing in the state can have enjoyable experiences over, on and under water. Tourism officials touted different water experiences during late January’s Florida Huddle tourism show, held both in-person and virtually. Tim...
Now is the time to submit nominations for Travel Agent Appreciation 2022 Since 2016, the annual Travel Agent Appreciation combined issue of Travel Courier and Canadian Travel Press has been highlighting remarkable travel advisors across the industry in Canada. Do you know an agent who deserves...
Visitors can encounter Ojibwe Spirit Horses STORY: Ian Stalker PHOTOS: Sandy Sharkey PhotographyOttawa-area Madahoki Farm wants to introduce equine-interested people to some four-legged creatures that came dangerously close to disappearing from the Ontario landscapes that they have been wandering...
The future looks bright for BSAP alumni Now more than ever, the Baxter Student Ambassador Program plays a vital role in the long-term survival of the travel industry. In its eighth year, the program continues to work with colleges and universities from across Canada to identify the most promising...
On the lookout for strange things in Nevada For clients craving the stranger things in life, look no further than Nevada for some off-the-beaten-path trip ideas. Travel Nevada just released an inaugural list of the state’s Seven Weirdest Wonders ranging from natural places that have to be visited...
EU Council concerned at prevalence of COVID-19 in Canada IAN STALKERTourist boards promoting European Union countries to Canadian travellers aren't hitting the panic button over the Council of the European Union's recommendation that Canada be removed from a list of countries whose residents don't...
It’s hard to predict what the future holds at a time when anything can change in an instant and the travel industry remains in a fluid state. But to get a sense of what’s in store for 2022, Travel Courier talked to a panel of travel industry professionals and tour operators. Here’s a look at six travel...
New look in line with focus on sustainability and achieving carbon neutrality ANN RUPPENSTEIN 2022 wasn’t quite off to the bright start the travel industry was looking for, but Contiki ushered in the New Year with a new look to reflect a brighter future and the desire for authentic interactions. “We...
Europe dreaming: Four hotels opening in 2022 ANN RUPPENSTEIN From island hopping in Greece to soaking up the sun in Ibiza, it’s easy to dream about a European getaway. While where to stay isn’t usually as important as where to go, Travel Courier tracked down new openings that allow travellers...
