HAL, please don’t do that, HAL BOB MOWATIf you remember the 1990s, you’ll also remember the arrival of the Internet and, almost simultaneously, the move by airlines to reduce and then cut travel agency commissions. It was a tumultuous time. A time when many were predicting the demise (or in the vernacular...
Cindy Almond, the owner of Romance and Foodie Travel, shares a behind-the-scenes look at a client's recent destination wedding at Dreams Las Mareas Costa Rica. The couple: Mélissa Côté and Beau CatesThe location: Dreams Las Mareas Costa RicaWedding date: Jan. 22, 2023The...
Travel Courier was on location in Nassau to take part in the 50th celebrations ANN RUPPENSTEINLeading up to the 50th anniversary of its independence on July 10, The Bahamas was in celebration mode with special events taking place across the 16-island destination. “The immense pride that I, alongside...
Sunwing Vacations’ Andrew Dawson on the newly released winter schedule and building back trust BOB MOWATWith the launch of its 2023-2024 winter season, Sunwing Travel Group’s president of tour operations, Andrew Dawson is in an upbeat mood. In conversation with Travel Courier, he makes it clear...
Airline offers five flights a week to Frankfurt, Germany ANN RUPPENSTEINIn a “game changer” move, Condor Airlines is converting its entire long-haul fleet to the new A330neo aircraft. By 2024, all of Condor’s long-haul flights — including 17 routes to North America — will be on the “planet-friendly”...
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 and upcoming properties ready to welcome your clients. Son Bunyola Hotel Following a historical restoration of a 16th...
Heat and rioting don't discourage many from visiting It seems that there are plenty of Canadians who are willing to grin and dare it when unwelcome developments surface in traditionally popular tourist destinations.Travel agents, tour operators and destination representatives report that large...
ANN RUPPENSTEIN Distillery raises spirits in former jail Clients wanting to experience a new Irish whiskey distillery in Belfast will have to go to jail first.“We're building a distillery and visitor experience in North Belfast. It is literally in a prison,” John Kelly,...
Event highlights Saint Lucia’s commitment to Canadian market The recent Showcase North America conference at Sandals Grande St. Lucian in Saint Lucia highlighted the destination’s commitment to strengthening the tourism sector for both sellers and buyers from the Canadian market.The event brought...
African Travel Inc. wildlife differs by region IAN STALKERAfrican Travel Inc. says the African continent can accommodate wildlife enthusiasts ranging from A(ardvark) to Z(ebra).The Travel Corporation brand offers safari experiences throughout much of Africa, enabling clients to see sights that may differ...
