History comes alive at Quebec City's Morrin Cultural Centre Bookworms visiting Quebec City's Morrin Cultural Centre can find a home for such English language literary classics as A Tale of Two Cities while also learning the story of one city with a long-standing English community that has become...
Ways to unwind in Thailand By: Ian StalkerThailand vacations can be a touching experience for wellness enthusiasts.A recent Tourism Authority of Thailand webinar promoted spas in the Asian nation, known in part for the ancient art of Thai massage, which has gained a worldwide following.But webinar...
Insights into the future of Caribbean travel recovery by: Ann Ruppenstein Looking ahead to the recovery of the region, Pablo Torres, the president of the Caribbean Hotel and Tourism Association (CHTA), points to the past.“We need to be inspired by our own resiliency...
USVI emerges as a key marine destination By: Ann Ruppenstein While cruise ships were unable to visit its shores, the USVI kept the local economy afloat using other means. Over the course of the pandemic, the destination ramped up its efforts to attract the marine industry with companies like The Moorings...
South African tourism gets a service boost By: Ann RuppensteinUnited Airlines is launching nonstop service between Newark, New York and Johannesburg, South Africa as of June 3. For the Canadian market, travellers are able to connect via Star Alliance partners. “We at United are incredibly excited...
What’s new in Nassau, the Out Islands and Grand Bahama By: Ann RuppensteinIf your clients have been jabbed, they’re one step closer to travelling to The Bahamas with ease as the Caribbean destination has announced that fully vaccinated travellers will be exempt from testing requirements.“Anyone...
Okushu Tours lets travellers discover another side of Beijing By: Ian StalkerOkushu Tours enables those visiting Beijing on its China tour to escape some of the Chinese capital's hustle and bustle during their several days in the city.An energetic city home to millions of people is also home to the Hutong...
Meliá Cuba ready to welcome Canadians By: Ian StalkerMeliá Cuba is ready to introduce Canadians to some Cuban-style Dancing With the Stars.The Cuban division of Spanish hotel chain Meliá used a recent virtual event to showcase its hotels and what awaits those who book them, among other things...
ACTA & TIAC presidents welcome improving outlook at Travel Agent Appreciation event By: Ian StalkerACTA president Wendy Paradis says the light at the end of the tunnel is shining much more noticeably these days for travel agents who have had to endure a punishing 14 months and counting.But ACTA's...
Tracing the history of whiskey in Ireland By: Ann RuppensteinOver the last decade and counting, Irish whiskey has experienced a major renaissance, going from a mere four distilleries to 38 distilleries across the destination. But did you know Ireland has a deep history when it comes to whiskey?“The...
