This Hawaiian island is known for its dramatic coastlines, abundance of wildlife, stunning scenery and laid-back vibe ANN RUPPENSTEIN The odds are not in our favour as a thick and fast-moving layer of fog continues to set in as we drive up the windy road to Kaua’i’s Waimea Canyon. As a means...
City was crucial to the founding of the United States IAN STALKER The Philadelphia Convention and Visitors Bureau says added air service from Quebec City will help enable a growing number of Canadians curious about American history to explore a city that was pivotal to the very founding of the United...
Team uses Central Florida town for spring training IAN STALKER Visit Central Florida is inviting Canadians to watch the boys of summer play in spring. The region is used by the Detroit Tigers for spring training and Michael Hogan of Visit Central Florida says viewing the Tigers will be enjoyable for those...
Carrion-eaters seen as an essential part of eco-systems IAN STALKER Africa travel specialist African Travel Inc. believes avian beauty may be in the eye of the beholder and so its staff aren’t among those who cringe when spotting birds that may make some people recoil. Company president Sherwin...
Puerto Vallarta is only one side to the state IAN STALKER Tourism officials in the Mexican state of Jalisco want tourists to see more than sea. The state is home to Puerto Vallarta, long popular with foreign vacationers, but tourism minister Vanessa Perez Lamas says that that oceanside city is only one interesting...
Royal Caribbean is all about families ANN RUPPENSTEIN Even though the cost of goods has gone up, Vicki Freed, Royal Caribbean International’s senior vice president of sales, trade support and service, says the North American market is still placing a high value on vacations. “They’re...
The resort report: what’s new in the hotel world ANN RUPPENSTEIN Checking out the latest hotel and resort news from fresh renovations to brand new or upcoming properties to entice your clients. Ardo Townsville The AUD$88 million Ardo Hotel is the first five-star luxury waterfront hotel to open...
Flight Centre Canada’s Chadd Andre on how solo travel is on the rise among Canadian travellers Chadd Andre, executive vice president of Flight Centre Canada, talks to Travel Courier about how solo travel is on the rise in Canada, what destinations are popular and what experiences are important...
Excursion provider unveils bespoke experiences in the Caribbean and is set to launch an agent loyalty program ANN RUPPENSTEIN From MINI Cooper tours to sunset catamaran cruises, over the past 15 years Island Routes has made a name in the agency community as a leading tour operator in the Caribbean....
