Former prison now welcomes patrons of the arts Culturally inclined sorts visiting Vilnius can indulge their passion for the arts while also getting a no-holds-barred look at the lifestyles of people held behind bars.Lukiskes Prison, labeled as “one of the most notorious facilities” in the Lithuanian...
To go or not to go? That is the question for many trade personnel interested in attending international events The shows must go on – but will those in the tourism industry turn out in force for quickly approaching expositions traditionally seen as being useful for their work?Well, judging by the responses...
Carwash raises funds in support of KidSport With facemasks and safety protocols in place, the team at Personal Travel Management banded together for a successful charity carwash in support of KidSport Burnaby, which helps families who face financial barriers that prevent children from playing organized...
After the first departure of its Cultural Treasures: Around the World by Private Jet journey sold out rapidly, luxury travel company Abercrombie & Kent added a second date for the once-in-a-lifetime trip. “This is a journey that circumnavigates the globe in 23 days. It connects...
It’s been over a year since individuals and companies across the travel industry posted black squares on social media in solidarity with the Black Lives Matter movement. But has anything significant actually changed since then? The latest Let’s Get Uncomfortable event on Confronting Anti-Black Racism...
Could Canada's policy on mixed vaccines impact travellers? The Public Health Agency of Canada recently announced updated recommendations from the National Advisory Committee on Immunization on the interchangeability of authorized COVID-19 vaccines. Since June 1, Canadians are able to combine either...
The story so far: Please, sir… can we have a plan? Bob MowatAs Travel Courier headed to press, the Canadian travel and tourism industry was still treading water as it waited for a clear and detailed plan from the federal government on the steps the industry would need to follow in order to get back...
How travel advisors can be more engaged in sustainable tourism Ann RuppensteinAfter getting over the initial shock and devastation the pandemic had on her business, Halifax-based travel advisor Shari Tucker made the decision to carve out a future in responsible tourism. “The stress and overwhelm...
Travel advisors witness a surge in bookings Ann RuppensteinWith hotel quarantine and travel restrictions easing up, the long-awaited rebound in bookings is finally underway for travel advisors across the country. “It’s like the ‘Time to Plan a Holiday’ heavens have opened up! The phone is ringing...
World Oceans Day puts the spotlight on sustainable tourism Ian Stalker Photo: Baros MaldivesWorld Oceans Day clearly didn't go unnoticed by the travel industry.The June 8 commemoration aimed at raising awareness of oceans and issues jeopardizing their health was acknowledged by tourist boards...
