Community tourism can help drive the recovery of the travel industry By: Ann RuppensteinJudy Kepher Gona, director of the Sustainable Travel & Tourism Agenda in Nairobi, Kenya, can easily put into perspective the difference between a charitable donation and the kind of compassion that is developed...
Innovation drives the industry ahead Using the overused buzzword of the past year as an example, the pandemic has brought unprecedented challenges and turmoil to the travel industry. Travel advisors are struggling, tour operators aren't operating, airlines are cutting routes and would-be travellers...
Ahead of relocating from Toronto to South Eastern Ontario, Saiqa Sheikh recalls the day she walked into a bedroom with a gigantic Confederate flag pinned on the wall while house hunting for a home for her family.“I was stunned… I panicked, I remember feeling flushed,” Sheikh said during Let’s...
There are more than 22 reasons to visit France in 2022 By: Ann RuppensteinFrom new accommodations such as the Hotel de la Marine and the first Aloft hotel in France to The Bordeaux Wine Festival in June, Atout France has listed 21 reasons to talk about France in 2021. Upcoming events, developments...
These great travel experiences come naturally Ian Stalker Talk about being good natured... The tourism industry continues to offer people opportunities to see some of Mother Nature's handiwork,in spite of the coronavirus pandemic. Here are some possibilities for those eager to take a walk on the wildlife...
Jet It lands in Canada After growing from a single jet and two employees to a fleet of ten airplanes and a workforce of 65 in the US, Jet It has launched its disruptive business model in Canada.Travel Courier caught up with Jeremi Austin, director of sales and operations in Canada, to learn more...
Grenada is perfect for the mind, body and soul By: Ian StalkerThose vacationing in Grenada won't need a sweet tooth to appreciate chocolate.Travel agents viewing a Feb. 19 Grenada Tourism Authority webinar promoting health and wellness opportunities on the island were told that that the True Blue...
Born to be wild in Jasper Photo courtesy Jasper Motorcycle ToursAnderson Vacations is happy to give clients a somewhat low look at some indisputably high sights.The Calgary-based tour operator's Rocky Mountains program has it work with Jasper Motorcycle Tours on excursions of one hour or more that...
Searching for signs of life By: Ann Ruppenstein In a typical year, the winter season is a busy time for travel advisors, fulfilling requests for clients who are eager to escape the cold and soak up the sun. However, this is anything but a typical year. With all flights south curtailed...
Explore Florida beyond the gateways By: Ann Ruppenstein Think Florida is all about unforgettable theme parks and stunning sandy beaches? Although those are some of the key features that draw in visitors year after year, the state is putting the spotlight on its more off-the-beaten-path experiences...
