One in four Canadians like to plan their vacations early, study finds
By Baxter Media
September 6, 2024
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Canadians are redefining what it means to go on vacation, with a new study from Flight Centre revealing that the vacation experience begins long before travellers board the plane.
According to data collected by YouGov, 25 per cent of Canadians feel that their holiday starts during the planning...
O‘ahu and Kaua‘i Visitors Bureaus to host travel agent webinars
By Baxter Media
September 6, 2024
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Travel professionals are invited to register for the upcoming 30-minute webinars from the O‘ahu Visitors Bureau and Kaua‘i Visitors Bureau.
Karishma Chowfin, director of sales at the O‘ahu Visitors Bureau, will be live with Baxter Media on Wednesday, Sept. 18 at 4 p.m. EST, while...
Oceania is now including gratuities for all guests
By Baxter Media
September 6, 2024
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Oceania Cruises has unveiled Your World Included, its new brand value promise that features an updated selection of always included amenities for all guests across the globe, cementing its brand promise, Your World. Your Way.
As part of Your World Included, all guests will now receive included...
Aurora Expeditions’ 2026 Arctic and Beyond season includes new solo cabins
By Baxter Media
September 6, 2024
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Aurora Expeditions has released its new 2026 Arctic and Beyond season, including the company’s first-ever voyages to Southeast Asia, the Mediterranean and the Atlantic Coast, as well as new dedicated solo cabins on every sailing.
The season features 42 departures including new expedition...
Several luxury suppliers showcase products in Vancouver
By Ted Davis
September 6, 2024
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Luxury is often implied by long, leisurely means of travel – and some of the most luxurious travel products available were recently presented to travel advisors in Vancouver.
A select group of agents gathered in the Loft at Earl’s in Vancouver’s trendy Yaletown district to hear from...
Blue Diamond launches exclusive private island experience
By Baxter Media
September 6, 2024
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Blue Diamond Resorts has unveiled the latest in luxury with its new Private Island Diamond Experience, now available exclusively at Hideaway at Royalton Blue Waters, An Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort – Adults Only, in Jamaica.
Set against the tranquil backdrop of the Caribbean,...
RIU Palace Bavaro reopens after massive refurbishment
By Baxter Media
September 6, 2024
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RIU Hotels and Resorts has reopened the Riu Palace Bavaro, in Punta Cana, after a massive refurbishment.
Following the demolition of the Riu Naiboa, on an adjoining plot, the Riu Palace Bavaro has spread over the former site to include new spaces for its own facilities, providing ample...
New survey by Beaches Resorts reveals 74% have taken a multi-gen trip—and would do it again
By Baxter Media
September 5, 2024
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A new Censuswide survey by Beaches Resorts reveals every member of the family wants a seat on the plane.
The all-inclusive resort brand tapped into the ultimate experts in family travel, parents themselves, by polling more than 1,000 North American families with respondents ages 25-45. The...
Travel Leaders Network gears up for Canadian Regionals
By Baxter Media
September 5, 2024
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Travel Leaders Network is gearing up for its three regional events set to be held across Canada this fall.
Registration is now open and the events will provide opportunities for members to interact with supplier partners, offer leadership insights, connect with peers and learn about top-tier...
Windstar’s Star Seeker opens reservations for 2025 booking
By Baxter Media
September 5, 2024
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Windstar Cruises’ newest ship Star Seeker will join the small ship company’s fleet in December of 2025, with reservations now open for the 112-suite yacht’s inaugural season including the Caribbean, Alaska, and Japan.
The maiden voyage will depart from Málaga, Spain on Dec. 28,...