VisitBritain's Ritushri Dhankher on her career path in the industry and the vital role of advisors Can you tell us a little bit about yourself and how long you've been in the travel industry? I moved to Canada with my family from Delhi, India, in 2019 — a move I sometimes feel I had manifested...
THE RESORT REPORT: Unique new ways to stay Step back in time at Elika Cave Suites Cappadocia For clients looking for a memorable way to stay, the new Elika Cave Suites Cappadocia was created from centuries-old cave dwellings in Ortahisar, Türkiye. Set in one of the world’s most visually distinctive...
LIVING IN THE DEADZONECan you hear me now? Not good! Putting a spin on the infamous Verizon commercial which showcased the network’s connectivity even in the most remote places, a growing number of travellers are looking to disconnect while travelling to truly switch off, unplug and unwind. “We...
Travel specialists Sacha Pinto and Ginger Blum discuss the evolving travel industry and helping clients plan meaningful, memorable vacations Can you tell us a little about yourself and what you specialize in? SP: My name is Sacha Pinto, and I'm the founder...
Low water, high stakes: European river cruises face disruptions Low water levels on some European waterways are in some cases leaving travel agents in this country high and dry. Plunging water levels on a number of rivers have led to disruptions to planned river cruises on several European waterways,...
Experience Kissimmee’s CEO delivers a message: We have the kind of value that Canadians are looking for BOB MOWAT If it’s summer – well, sometimes spring – the Canadian travel trade can expect a visit from DT Minich. Minich, the CEO of Experience Kissimmee,...
Checking out the latest hotel and resort updates Rosewood AMAALA Rosewood AMAALA, a luxury wellness resort, is now open at Triple Bay on Saudi Arabia’s Red Sea coast. The 110-key property includes suites and villas with private pools, plus 26 branded residences designed by Tristan Auer....
Air Canada launching direct service to Guatemala City from Montreal and Toronto Air Canada's decision to link both Montreal and Toronto with Guatemala City has Guatemalan tourism authorities upbeat about their prospects in this country.The carrier will begin Montreal-Guatemala service in October,...
Turkish and Moroccan tourism stand to benefit from the movie IAN STALKER The big screen is expected to give a big boost to a famed Turkish archeological site and Mediterranean points that lie far beyond Turkiye's shores as well. Turkish tourism authorities report that the ancient site of Troy...
Checking out the latest hotel and resort updates Ka Laʻi Waikīkī Beach, LXR Hotels & Resort Ka Laʻi Waikīkī Beach, Hilton’s first LXR property in Hawaiʻi, has debuted following a $100 million transformation. The luxurious Oʻahu property offers 238 residential-style studios...
