News by subject: TRAVEL

VistaJet, the first and only global private aviation company, announced today the launch of VistaJet World, presenting a comprehensive portfolio of one-of-a-kind, multi-stop travel adventures tailored around its Members' passions. To celebrate the...

Sunwing is pleased to announce that Riu Ocho Rios in Jamaica has completed renovations and added a ?Splash Water World' water park, a first for the resort chain in Jamaica, together with a host of additional enhancements including new accommodation...

Today, Atlanta-based Hotel Equities (HE) announced details of its development services division designed to add value for new hotel development, renovation and conversion projects. Hotel Equities built its brand on the ability to identify areas in...

Sunwing is pleased to announce that Riu Emerald Bay in Mazatlán, Mexico has added a brand-new section and a ?Splash Water World' water park together with a host of additional enhancements. The new section features an additional 312 modern guestrooms....

Most Americans need a car to travel virtually everywhere, but in today's sharing economy where consumers increasingly pay for access ? for movies, music and clothing ? the need to own a car may be a thing of the past. A new study commissioned by...

Deem, a leading mobile and cloud technology provider for the corporate travel industry, and Deltek, the leading provider of software and solutions for project-based businesses, have announced a new strategic partnership to integrate Deem's travel...

The Airline Passenger Experience Association, APEX, a trade organization dedicated to elevate the passenger experience around the world, awarded Aeromexico five stars in the category of Global Airlines, the highest rank possible, for the service it...

Flair Airlines, Canada's only truly independent low cost airline, is pleased to report an average passenger load factor of 92% for July & August 2019.  "We are delighted with the rapidly growing number of Canadians who have flocked to Flair this...

Discover The Palm Beaches (DTPB), the official tourism marketing corporation for Palm Beach County, is pleased to report that America's First Resort Destination® weathered the storm with minimal impacts and is quickly regaining normalcy within 48...

Direct Travel, Inc., one of North America's fastest growing travel management companies, today launched TravelStackTM, a new digital collection of curated technologies and services designed to elevate client travel programs. "It's an exciting time...

It's almost back to school time, but that doesn't mean summer is over. Days Inns Canada is marking the occasion with the "Last Drop of Summer Giveaway"!  From now through August 16, social media fans and followers can enter for the chance to win one...

Sunwing is bringing two of its most popular vacation destinations a little closer to its customers in the London area this coming winter. The travel company is returning to London International Airport for a 14th consecutive season and introducing...

Deem, a leading mobile and cloud technology provider for the corporate travel industry, today announced the launch of its first virtual payment provider program with Conferma Pay, a leading FinTech company specializing in virtual card technology. ...

Members of the American Orthopaedic Foot & Ankle Society (AOFAS) returned to Vietnam to care for children and adults with lower extremity deformities and disabilities as part of the Orthopaedic Foot & Ankle Foundation Overseas Outreach Project to...

Planet Hollywood Hotels & Resorts is offering its guests a new way to Vacation like a Startm. On sale now, Adult Scene at Planet Hollywood Beach Resort Cancun will offer travelers the opportunity to enjoy Planet Hollywood's signature...

July 30th, Toronto, Ontario ?De Havilland Aircraft of Canada Limited ("De Havilland Canada") and Ethiopian Airlines ("Ethiopian") celebrated the delivery of the milestone Dash 8-400 aircraft bearing serial number 4600 on Friday, July 26. The aircraft...

Sunwing is helping travellers secure their winter vacation for less, but they'll have to move quickly. From now until August 2, 2019 the travel company is offering 10,000 premium vacations for just $1,295 per person including taxes and fees....

PRESS RELEASE    The Conference Board of Canada Whose ride is it, anyway? The impact of shared mobility on public transit Ottawa, July 23 2019 ? Public transit ridership levels vary across Canada, raising questions and debate about the impact of...

Sunwing is offering travellers in the Hamilton and the Greater Golden Horseshoe area more tropical destination options than ever, with a total of six flight services available this coming winter. New destinations include: Cayo Coco, Cayo Santa Maria...

Residents of the Waterloo Region can look forward to twice as many ways to escape the cold this winter; Sunwing is doubling its destination offerings from the Region of Waterloo International Airport with the addition of a new direct weekly flight...

?Today, Hotel Equities and Horizon North Logistics Inc. (Horizon North) announced they broke ground on a fully-modular Fairfield by Marriott in Kitimat, British Columbia, Canada. The 120-room hotel is phase II of an entirely modular-built, mixed-use...

Sunwing is making it easier for Montreal residents to explore Cuba's capital, Havana, this coming winter. For the first time since 2012, the tour operator is offering a direct flight service twice a week on Mondays and Fridays from Montreal to...

Good news for residents of Greater Moncton! The Sunshine State just got a little closer with the news that sunseekers will be able to fly direct to Miami from their local airport this winter. A new destination added by Sunwing for this coming season,...

While 72 per cent of Canadians had some form of travel or medical insurance for recent travels, most leave their family under-insured, according to a survey released today by InsuranceHotline.com. The study showed over one half of Canadians (52 per...

Opportunities for Canadian provinces to achieve greater reductions in greenhouse gas emissions in the electricity sector are abundant?using approaches adapted to a province's energy resources and economy?concludes a new report published by The...

June 17, 2019             Translational Research Institute for Space Health (TRISH) has selected two research studies leveraging Philips technology to evaluate if sleep can be made more efficient to improve cognitive function and behavioral health  ...

Automotive seat design has become a crucial consideration for automakers as consumers spend more time in their vehicles, and as interior comfort becomes a major competitive battleground. Today, seating is a critical touchpoint for consumers who...

Canada Jetlines Ltd. (JET: TSX-V; JETMF: OTCQB) (the "Company" or "Jetlines") is pleased to announce that it has been granted slots at Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to operate its first Winter Schedule. This announcement follows Jetlines'...

Deem, a leading SaaS technology provider for the business travel industry, is expanding its current Open Expense Alliance program and upgrading current expense customers to Certify's expense solution. Deem Open Expense Alliance partners currently...

Royalton Luxury Resorts is pleased to announce the opening of Royalton Antigua Resort and Spa. Located on the Caribbean island of Antigua, known for its 365 breathtaking beaches (one for every day of the year) and turquoise waters that offer...

Restaurants Canada, the national association representing the Canadian foodservice and hospitality industry, is excited to announce its fourth association partnership with the Tourism Industry Association of Prince Edward Island (TIAPEI), which...

Though it can be said that classics never age, Fairmont Hotel Vancouver celebrated its 80th Anniversary and the completion of a multi-phase $75 million renovation on May 25th, 2019. In homage to its history, the hotel collaborated with international...

Deem, a leading mobile and cloud software technology provider, today announced that it will create 50 highly skilled jobs at a new European Innovation Center in Dublin. Deem's expansion into Europe is part of a bold growth strategy that will see the...

Canadians under 40 are taking the biggest bite out of the country's restaurant business while showing an appetite for environmentally sustainable operations and menu options. Plant-based protein, sustainable seafood and locally sourced food are in...

Today, hotel owner, operator and developer, Hotel Equities (HE), announced the recent opening of its Canadian office located in Edmonton, Alberta. The new location encompasses all disciplines to support their growth in country. Andre Giannandrea has...

Sunwing is helping families take their summer vacation budget further and to the next level with their Luxury for Less sale. From now until May 17, 2019, the tour operator is offering savings of up to $1,500 per couple at top-rated resorts across the...

?Today, Atlanta-based Hotel Equities (HE), announced they have been selected as the strategic partner for Kelowna BC-based Braemar Group, to operate six hotels located in British Columbia, Saskatchewan and Alberta. The hotel portfolio consists of...

Good news for families looking to get a head start on planning their vacation, Canadians that book during Sunwing's Summer Family Vacation Sale can save up to $2,000 per family* and take advantage of Kids Stay, Play and Eat FREE deals at popular...

Fairmont Pacific Rim, the iconic Vancouver hotel that has developed into one of the city's premier live music venues is launching a song search contest that invites singer/songwriters to submit an original song for the ?Soundtrack to the Pacific Rim...

Flair Airlines (Edmonton, AB) is pleased to announce that the previously negotiated contract between Flair and The Canadian Union of Public Employees (CUPE 4060) has now been ratified: The collective agreement has a 10-year term."We are delighted to...

Everyone looks forward to going on a vacation, but the reality is that the perfect getaway can be costly. According to a study commissioned by online travel company Skyscanner.ca, 85 per cent of vacation-planning Canadians state they use ?hacks' or...

Sunwing is making it easier than ever for Canadians to discover the beauty of their own backyard with the return of its domestic flight service this summer. Back by popular demand for a 14th consecutive season, travellers who book by April 30, 2019...

To mark World Autism Day, 2019, Flair airlines today announced that all of its flight attendants have recently completed a specialized training course in ?autism awareness' ? a first for a Canadian airline.Flair's cabin-crew members successfully...

Flair Airlines, Canada's only independent, low-fare airline, is pleased to announce the appointment of Sandy Burns as the airline's new Flight Attendant Manager. Ms. Burns previously held management roles with Air Canada Jazz and WestJet Encore, and...

AirSprint Private Aviation has partnered with Quintessentially, the world's leading luxury lifestyle group, to enhance their Fractional Jet Owners' experience by providing access to an array of enriching and time-rewarding experiences. With...

Turkish Airlines is the latest airline to partner with PressReader to bring passengers access to digital content. They join heavy-hitters Air Canada, British Airways, Cathay Pacific, Iberia, and Virgin Australia, who've already added the digital...

Sunwing Airlines announced today that it has established a new partnership agreement with Mount Royal University and plans to hire its first graduates this coming summer. Mount Royal is the latest university that the airline has partnered with, and...

Travelodge Canada has launched an exciting new promotion at Travelodge by Wyndham and Thriftlodge hotels, just in time for spring travel. Guests can save up to 20% off their stays for getaways across Canada until April 26, 2019. Travellers will...

Travelodge Canada a lancé une nouvelle promotion formidable concernant les hôtels Travelodge by Wyndham et Thriftlodge, promotion qui tombe à pic pour un voyage printanier. Les clients peuvent économiser jusqu'à 20 % sur leur séjour afin de réaliser...

Adventurous luxury travelers can now book their 2021 expeditions aboard Crystal Endeavor, as reservations open today for the polar class expedition yacht's full year. The journeys range from 10-28 nights, sailing expeditions of true adventure,...