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HOLIDAY HAPPENINGS IN NYC
New York comes alive during the holiday season and this year the city expects to welcome 6.5 million visitors by the time the iconic New Year’s ball at Times Square drops. And to entertain such a…
LISTENING IN: No mystery about Sarah McLachlan
There’s no mystery about it, Sarah McLachlan is a national treasure and there’s little need to recount her history here. Just the music – and what music it is: the classic “Building a Mystery,”…
It’s Playtime for Everyone
In Greater Fort Lauderdale, kilometers of golden beaches and scenic waterways are just the beginning. Here are some ways to play for everyone under the sun.
Roseate spoonbill (Platalea ajaja)…
An Epicurean’s Long Weekend In Greater Fort Lauderdale
Discerning diners know that Florida’s best-kept culinary secret is Greater Fort Lauderdale. From Caribbean cooking to succulent seafood and dockside dining, here’s where to feast, nibble…
BEEN THERE. DONE THAT.: MSC offers travellers something different
Travellers looking to check off “bucket list” destinations on their world map need look no further than MSC Cruises to do so, especially with their newer Gulf Region and Red Sea itineraries. As the…
BC FIRST NATION, KAMLOOPS WANT TO HOST 2027 NORTH AMERICAN INDIGENOUS GAMES
Tk’emlups te Secwepemc (formerly the Kamloops Indian Band) and the city of Kamloops have announced their intention to bid to host the 2027 North American Indigenous Games (NAIG). At a press…
DEFEATING THE DOWNTURN: Is technology the key?
Addressing consumer demand for technology and sustainability could keep travel business better able to survive the economic downturn, a session heard at the recent World Travel Market (WTM) London.…
WHAT’S NEW IN GREATER FORT LAUDERDALE
If you think you’ve seen it all in Greater Fort Lauderdale, think again. This ever-evolving region has dozens upon dozens of new hotels, restaurants, bars, attractions and more. Read on for the…
BOLD NEW VISION: TTAND celebrates suppliers, sales success
The little things count, says Flemming Friisdahl, and one of them is a bold, new colour scheme for the logo of The Travel Agent Next Door. Featuring more vibrant shades of the previously soft palette…
ROUND-UP: Nov. 21-25, 2022
Among last week’s notable news, Destination Canada revealed this country’s latest travel recovery projections, Canada Jetlines will be seeing (rock) stars on an upcoming flight, Transat unveiled its…
PUBS, PATIOS & BARS: Seeing Stars again in London
A couple of years ago, in those heady days before the world was turned upside down, I began a series on my annual London pub crawl, conducted on the Sunday before World Travel Market each November.…
PARIS PLEASURES – FROM FREE TO FRIVOLOUS
What’s not to love about Paris? The City of Lights manages to live up to its every accolade around each corner. Marvel at the steel and lace of the Eiffel Tower. Breathe in the aroma of freshly baked…
LISTENING IN: The glory of Gary Clark, Jr.
A little Chuck Berry, a touch of Stevie Ray Vaughan, and guitar case full of blues, Gary Clark, Jr., is a shining light of the blues-rock world, having already scored four Grammys (and six…
PONANT PROFILE GETS BOOST IN CANADA
Ponant may not be the most well-known cruise company in Canada, but it’s a brand that is increasingly gaining profile with both consumers and the trade, says the French company’s global sales…
UNWRAPPING ORLANDO’S HOLIDAY HAPPENINGS
With Christmas only a month away, holiday celebrations are already in full swing in Orlando, with visitors and residents alike invited to deck the halls at events in theme parks and beyond, from…
ON BOARD WORLD EUROPA: New MSC vessel rises to new heights
Keeping sustainability at the forefront of all new ship builds, MSC Cruises has risen to new heights with the launch of its new flagship, the 6,762-passenger MSC World Europa.
As part of MSC’s…
CELEBRATE GOOD TIMES: Carnival christens new flagship in Miami
Carnival Cruise Line’s new flagship Carnival Celebration arrived at its PortMiami homeport and was christened by actress Cassidy Gifford on Sunday evening. The festivities were befitting of the…
NEW-LOOK TREVELLO READY TO ‘KICK ASS’
One wonders if Zeina Gedeon missed her calling: comedian extraordinaire. After all, the outrageously outspoken president and CEO of newly minted Trevello (formerly Travel Professionals International,…
ROUND-UP: Nov. 14-18, 2022
Masks are back, or at least should be according to the federal government. Also last week, a new Canada-India deal was announced, Japan lifted its cruise ban; Tommy Bahamas said it is getting into…