Canadian bookings remain strong for Cuba Cuba is hopeful that it will see one million Canadian visitations this year, which would amount to a hefty increase in visitors from this country who Cuba's Ministry of Tourism insists can visit confident that their vacations won't be disrupted by fuel shortages. Lessner...
The latest hotel and resort updates in Thailand, Mallorca and beyond Andaz One Bangkok Andaz One Bangkok is now open in the Thai capital, as part of the One Bangkok district, which comprises workplaces, retail zones, luxury residences, hotels, art and culture, open and green spaces, and a live...
Company decided to do away with non-commissionable fares A prominent Saskatoon travel agent is welcoming Norwegian Cruise Line's decision to eliminate all non-commissionable fares, saying it will be financially rewarding for the travel agency community.NCL recently announced that it is "eliminating...
The latest hotel and resort updates in Mexico, the Caribbean and beyond Bahia Principe Hotels & Resorts Bahia Principe Hotels & Resorts is kicking off the year with three major developments across Mexico, Spain and the Caribbean.Notably, Bahia Principe Grand Tequila (Riviera Maya)...
However Caribbean travel faces headwinds from Venezuela tensions A survey of travel agents in different provinces suggests there are plenty of us ready to pack our bags and head south in the coming months, although enthusiasm for sunspots isn't distributed equally in these somewhat turbulent times. Canada-U.S....
Toronto-Havana flight takes off: Cuba's capital awaits more Canadian visitors Those involved in Havana's tourism trade are applauding the first air link between Cuba's capital and this country in years, hoping it will lead to more Canadians visiting a city they say Canadian vacationers tend to bypass...
Sandals' "Welcome back to Jamaica" event highlights destination's recovery Deepi Harish Jamaica is back and stronger than ever: that was the overarching takeaway of the island’s first major industry event since the devastating Hurricane Melissa.Striking on October 28, the first Category...
Colombian tourism up 8.2% from Canada, fuelled by robust air connectivity Colombian tourist board ProColombia is welcoming the re-establishment of an air link between this country and the Colombian Caribbean Sea beach retreat of San Andres, saying it will better enable Colombia to attract those...
In travel, loyalty isn’t earned when things go right, it’s earned when they go wrong Robin Lawther, VP, Expedia TAAP Travel is one of the most meaningful investments a person can make. Whether it’s a quick weekend getaway, honeymoon, business trip, or once-in-a-lifetime journey,...
Agreement still has to be ratified by pilots union The tentative agreement between Air Transat and its pilots announced earlier this week has resulted in major sighs of relief from travel agents who were facing the possibility of major disruptions to client vacation plans.The airline announced...
