Country hopes for a million Canadian visitations IAN STALKER Cuba says it’s on the verge of seeing around a million Canadian visitations this year, a goal tourism officials believe is attainable as Old Man Winter’s impending arrival spurs more of us to head south on vacation. Lessner Gomez,...

Resort has completed a US$27.5 million renovation ANN RUPPENSTEIN It’s shortly after 10:00 p.m. and the Infinity Saloon Bar at Grand Palladium Jamaica Resort & Spa has been transformed into a pumping dance floor but there is virtually no sound aside from the occasional person singing out loud...

Loyalty program caters to more than frequent fliers ANN RUPPENSTEIN Unlike travel advisors and industry personnel who are often found galavanting around the globe, many Aeroplan users aren’t actually frequent fliers. This is why partnerships with popular brands like Uber, Starbucks and the LCBO...

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 Koh Yao Yai Resort & Villas A private island experience with multiple pools awaits...

New G Adventures travel style incorporates 28 trips spanning 16 countries ANN RUPPENSTEIN G Adventures has launched The Geluxe Collection, a new premium travel style for active travellers who want to ensure that their trips benefit local communities. Available to book now, with departures from May 2024,...

One-on-one with Kevin Jackson CHRISTINE HOGG In celebration of an immensely transformative year, Porter Airlines recently threw a party in Toronto complete with a live set from DJ Marsh. Since establishing itself at Billy Bishop Airport 17 years ago, the airline is now serving even more of Toronto through...