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. JOIA Aruba by Iberostar Iberostar is set to open its first hotel in Aruba – JOIA Aruba by Iberostar....
Participants will meet some of Mandela’s colleagues IAN STALKER It’s been over a decade since the death of Nelson Mandela and over two since he stepped down as South African president but British tour company Red Savannah is confident that interest in a man seen as instrumental in the end of apartheid...
Paris will be in the spotlight but the Olympics aren’t driving agent bookings IAN STALKER The City of Light will soon be in the limelight and some expect that that will serve its tourism trade well, while several Toronto-area travel agents and one tour operator in turn predict that a looming sports...
Famed wine region showcased by hotel IAN STALKER An Argentinian hotel found in the country’s famed wine region says it has Grape Expectations for a new package it’s offering wine enthusiasts. Mendoza’s SB Winemaker’s House & Spa Suites says its “Father’s...
Working farm routinely hosts visitors IAN STALKER Scotland’s Newton Fothringham Farm is a great place for visitors wanting to familiarize themselves with coos. And alpacas, sheep, goats, ducks, hens and a host of other creatures. The farm, found in the Angus area, hosts tourists curious about...
Travel agents report the number of new clients continues to grow since the pandemic ANN RUPPENSTEIN Ever since many Canadians were left without someone advocating on their behalf after trips got cancelled without a refund in sight during the pandemic, the value of booking holidays with a travel advisor...
State is home to awe-inspiring Copper Canyon IAN STALKER Some truly high times await those visiting the Mexican state of Chihuahua. The northern, U.S. border-fronting state is home to the dramatic Copper Canyon, much deeper than the famed Grand Canyon of the southwestern United States, reaching a depth...
Company now has 34 properties and counting IAN STALKER Melia Hotels International isn’t resting on its Cuban laurels. The company, which arrived in Cuba more than three decades ago, now has 34 hotels in 8 Cuban destinations, making it the largest foreign hotel company in the country. And Marti...
ANN RUPPENSTEIN Much more than a free or highly discounted vacation, FAM trips are invaluable learning opportunities for agents to get firsthand experience of a destination or a particular supplier. Spending time in destination getting to know what the tour operator or resort is like helps travel advisors...
