Coconut Bay Beach Resort & Spa’s unique location sets it apart ANN RUPPENSTEINAfter a scenic morning sail, our catamaran came to a stop at the foot of one of Saint Lucia’s most iconic landmarks – the Petit Piton. The view is postcard-worthy but we’re not actually here to hit the white...
Let there be (a momentary loss of) light! story: IAN STALKER photos © 1) Jean-François Savaria - Tourisme Montréal; 2) Parc Jean-Drapeau; 3) @jfsavaria - Tourisme Montréal; 4) Eva Blue - Tourisme Montréal; 5) Biosphère, Environment Museum. Here comes the (temporary absence of) the sun. Tourism...
Hotels include former castles and other ancient structures IAN STALKER Spanish lodging chain Paradores is inviting those intrigued by Spain's long history to be surrounded by it when they hit the hay at night. The 98 state-owned Paradores properties range from deluxe to 3-stars, with 45 of them...
The resort report: what's new in the hotel world ANN RUPPENSTEINChecking out the latest hotel and resort news from fresh renovations to brand new or upcoming properties to entice your clients. Anantara Santorini Abu Dhabi Retreat Bringing Aegean luxury to the shores...
Give a little bit back while travelling ANN RUPPENSTEIN Through the Mālama Hawai’i program, the Hawai‘i Tourism Authority is all about providing ways clients can give back while on vacation. “Mālama is one of the foundational Hawaiian values we grow up with here in the Hawaiian Islands....
Safaris began in the African nation IAN STALKER The Kenya Tourism Board wants this country's travel agents to send their clients on safaris in the home of the safari. Tourism officials told a recent Toronto audience that the country's numerous national parks and nature reserves provide easy sightings...
As of May 1, Icelandair will offer direct flights between Keflavík International Airport and Vágar Airport ANN RUPPENSTEINOn May 1, Icelandair will offer direct flights between Reykjavik, Iceland’s Keflavík International Airport and Vágar Airport, making it easy for Canadians to connect to the Faroe...
Head concierge Sami Joutsenvuo orchestrates luxury experiences and adventures in and around Helsinki The Hotel Maria, a newly opened 5-star luxury hotel in Helsinki, is all about redefining hospitality in the Nordics.Head concierge Sami Joutsenvuo, the president of Les Clefs d’Or Finland, is largely...
Nayarit facility offers polo classes IAN STALKERTommy Elliot has participated in the sport of kings with a future king. And now he enjoys introducing tourists to polo as well.Elliot is with Nayarit's La Patrona Polo & Equestrian Club, a facility that invites tourists to sign up for lessons for a game...
Passengers will learn of the Arab Revolt IAN STALKERSalem Batmani of Jordanian tour company Karma House Travel & Tourism's MICE department says those who go on its train excursions in the Wadi Rum desert region will return home both hale and hearty — and also more knowledgeable about a monumental...
