Seven tips for selling Virgin Voyages ANN RUPPENSTEIN In a short period of time, Virgin Voyages has made a mark in the cruise industry by doing things differently. Like other Virgin companies, Virgin Voyages is fun, playful and even a little bit edgy. “Virgin Voyages offers a unique blend of boutique...
Impression Moxché by Secrets leaves a lasting impression ANN RUPPENSTEIN “Can I help you with anything?” a woman in a white lab coat asks as I step into the resort’s dimly-lit pharmacy lined with everything from medicine to sunscreen and even a refrigerated ‘hangover remedies’...
Shows like Ted Lasso, Bridgerton, White Lotus and Derry Girls continue to inspire ‘set-jetters’ ANN RUPPENSTEIN According to a study by Photoaid, 78 per cent of travellers are likely or very likely to book travel to destinations showcased in a movie or TV show. Think France for Emily in Paris...
Itinerary visits area famed for its icebergs IAN STALKER Adventure Canada believes it’s nice to see ice. Particularly large quantities of it in a far north setting. The company is offering its Into the Northwest Passage sailing — which features Nunavut, the Northwest Territories and Greenland...
Kayaking trail is among numerous environmental measures IAN STALKER Already green Dominica is looking to become greener. A destination that bills itself as The Nature Island is working to ensure that tourists and locals alike will find it a particularly environmentally friendly part of the world. And that...
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. Anantara Mina Al Arab Ras Al Khaimah Anantara Mina Al Arab Ras Al Khaimah Resort has opened...
Baxter Media recognized at Travel South USA International Showcase in Memphis TED DAVIS Travel Courier’s Ted Davis was on location for the Travel South USA International Showcase travel trade conference and marketplace in Memphis, Tennessee last month. About 450 tourism product sellers, international...
