News by subject: TRAVEL

This summer, there are more first-time cruisers ready to embark on the joys and possibilities of a cruise vacation than ever before. In fact, according to Cruise Critic®, the world's leading cruise reviews site and online cruise community, a quarter...

The latest hotspot in the Caribbean, Antigua and Barbuda, are celebrating the 60th Celebration of Carnival this Summer and have teamed up with WestJet Vacations to provide Canadians with the perfect package for a once-in-a-lifetime experience. Held...

Editors Note: There is a photo associated with this press release. Swissotel Hotels & Resorts has been appointed to manage its second resort in Phuket, and fourth property in Thailand. Currently operating as dusitD2 Phuket Resort, it is scheduled to...

Royalton Luxury Resorts is proud to announce four brand-new modern and luxurious all-inclusive resorts in two of the Caribbean's most sought-after vacation destinations. Royalton Luxury Resorts for discerning travellers of all ages and Hideaway at...

Since Prince died last week, fans from Minneapolis and around the world have been mourning his passing and celebrating his life with visits to his home/studios and First Avenue, where dance parties for several nights helped fans to cope with the loss...

Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) welcomes the Cuban government's positive and fair decision to allow all American citizens equal opportunity to visit Cuba. The cruise industry understands the power that travel has to bring learning and...

Memphis has spoken, and Vacation Express listened! Due to high demand, Vacation Express has returned to Memphis with their seasonal program to Cancun with even larger planes to accommodate the surge of travelers bursting with excitement to visit the...

Aer Lingus announces its new Warm Irish Welcome summer sale featuring the airline's lowest fares to date for travel between July 1 and August 22, 2016. Fly from New York roundtrip to Shannon, Ireland for as little as $749*. Ireland has been...

Click to tweet: .@Allegiant refunds airfare to nearly 1,000 passengers for tax season http://gofly.us/Afoyy Allegiant passengers were treated to a tax season surprise last weekend, as the company provided all passengers on six separate flights with...

2016 is already a landmark year for Antigua and Barbuda, as they are becoming the hotspot of the Caribbean, attracting the lion's share of visitors from the US. The year began on a strong start with the twin islands showing an overall increase in US...

Insight Vacations (www.insightvacations.com), the leader in premium and luxury escorted journeys, has made it even easier for agents and their clients to discover the art of touring in style in Europe, by releasing its popular Autumn, Winter and...

Anguilla is set to host the fifth annual Anguilla Lit Fest: A Literary Jollification at the Paradise Cove Resort from May 19-22, 2016. This year's distinguished panel of authors includes: -- Kate White - award-winning author and former...

The quintessential summer vacation not only quenches the spirit of escape and yearnings for relaxation and recreation; it encourages guests to bask in savings while building lifelong memories around unforgettable experiences. This travel season's...

Gas prices are down, the temperature is heating up, and it seems that travelers are inevitably looking to take advantage of both this summer. In fact, with all the sunny news about oil prices, you may be itching to plan an escape of your own. But...

How can travelers leisurely explore several countries and discover multiple cultures in a matter of days? The answer is sailing on an iconic river aboard a river cruise. According to Cruise Lines International Association's (CLIA) 2016 State of the...

This summer, Brewster Travel Canada (Brewster) will be offering Albertans the opportunity to seize the summer with a new take on the traditional season pass. The Epic Summer Pass will provide Albertan families with an affordable way to make the most...

Allegiant Travel Company today reported preliminary passenger traffic results for March 2016. Scheduled Service...

Continuing a valued relationship with PBS stations across the country and Regent Seven Seas Cruises, Artful Travelers announces "The Very Best of British Drama", an additional post-cruise land program for fans of Downton Abbey and more. "After 18...

Miami International Airport, in partnership with Honor Flight South Florida and Eastern Air Lines, hosted its second annual Honor Flight for 154 World War II and Vietnam War veterans on Saturday, April 2. The Honor Flight event culminated with a...

It has been known for centuries, if not millennia, that water has powerful healing properties. Now guests at the Wickaninnish Inn's award-winning Ancient Cedars Spa can soak in the greatest benefits of H2O possible with the spa's brand-new...

The actor James Phelps, who starred as 'Fred Weasley' in the Harry Potter film franchise, has turned a surprise trip to London into a magical experience for a young family of Harry Potter fans. The Johnson family, from Los Angeles, California,...

While almost half of Americans are now interested in traveling to Cuba following the U.S. government's easing of travel restrictions and improved diplomatic relations, a survey by leading travel insurance provider Allianz Global Assistance found 70...

VistaJet, the global leader in business aviation, today officially launched its new app, providing its customers with live mobile access to its 24/7 member services. The app simplifies the booking experience for customers by allowing them to use...

Editors Note: There is a photo associated with this press release. The pursuit of extravagance is being taken to new heights in hotels around the world as Fairmont Hotels & Resorts turns the spotlight on some of the sweetest suites in the luxury...

Editors Note: There is a photo associated with this press release. British Columbia-based Pacific Coastal Airlines is hoping the low Canadian dollar will help to drive increased demand for its regular schedule and charter services in 2016. "We've...

Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada Canada's Minister of Science, the Honourable Kirsty Duncan, was in Washington, D.C., this week, where she met with important science officials of the United States and moderated a panel discussion...

Approximately 900 Canadian Army Regular and Reserve Force soldiers, Royal Canadian Air Force personnel, and Canadian Rangers from across Ontario will be training in Pickle Lake and thirteen Northern Ontario communities, from February 13 to 21, as...

Editor's Note: There is 1 image associated with this release. Falcon Crest Lodge, an award-winning mountain getaway nestled between Canmore and Banff National Park, continues to push the standard for industry excellence to new heights as it caters...

The Government of Yukon today unveiled four new summer commercials to promote the territory as a year-round destination for Canadian travellers. The commercials showcase Yukon's rich First Nations culture, iconic drives, wilderness, heritage and...

Tourism and Culture Minister Elaine Taylor invites media to attend a launch of new television commercials marketing Yukon to Canadians. The launch will include a performance by the Dakhka Khwaan Dancers, a traditional Inland Tlingit dance group...

Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada Enhancing the competitiveness of Canadian tourism and fostering cooperation across Canada were the key themes today at the Canadian Council of Tourism Ministers' meeting, which was co-chaired by...

Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada The Honourable Lawrence MacAulay, Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, today marks his first visit to Washington D.C., with a focus on strengthening Canada's long-standing, bilateral partnership with the United...

Montreal-Trudeau airport expects to welcome many travellers during the Holiday period. Aeroports de Montreal (ADM) would like to take this opportunity to provide some helpful advice. To ensure a more pleasant and efficient airport experience, ADM...

On the occasion of the Tourism Industry Association of Canada's Tourism Hall of Fame luncheon, the Honourable Bardish Chagger, Minister of Small Business and Tourism, made the following statement: "Today, I was pleased to attend the Canadian Tourism...

Calgary International Airport (YYC) has added additional connectivity to U.S. destinations in welcoming new daily service between YYC and San Francisco, California and continuation of existing service between Calgary and Phoenix, Arizona. "The...

Drake Bay Getaway Resort received the 2015 World Boutique Hotel Award for the World's Best Beach Hotel. Drake Bay Getaway Resort is located on the world-famous Osa Peninsula in Costa Rica. The Osa Peninsula is the most diverse place on Earth and...

In a new poll conducted by FlightNetwork.com ranking Canada's airports, 35 per cent of Canadians have selected Toronto's Pearson International Airport as the worst airport in Canada, despite the airport making several improvements over the past two...

The public is advised to expect a high volume of Canadian Armed Forces vehicles on Ontario roads on August 29-30, 2015. These vehicles will be departing from Garrison Petawawa following the completion of Exercise STALWART GUARDIAN 2015 to units...

EDITOR'S NOTE: There are two images associated with this release. Revelstoke Mountain Resort is excited to announce the addition of an 11-acre terrain park for the 2015-16 Season. Work is already underway clearing the park area which will run...

Western Economic Diversification Canada Today, the Honourable Michelle Rempel, Minister of State for Western Economic Diversification, announced an investment of $4 million for two projects to support the marine trade and marine tourism sectors in...

Editors Note: There is a photo associated with this press release. Swissotel Hotels & Resorts, a leading brand in the FRHI Hotels & Resorts (FRHI) portfolio, today announced that it has entered into an agreement with resort developer PT. Bali...

The RV Rental Association of Canada (RVRAC) announced that RV rentals are "shaping up to be one of the best on record" reported Lineke Kereluk, President of RVRAC and VP, RV Rentals at Fraserway RV. Robust demand from the UK, central Europe, and...

Justice Human Rights Organization announces the launch of its Humanitarian Campaign: Free the Activists of Bahrain, in collaboration with the following international NGO's: SALAM for Democracy and Human Rights, Bahrain Center for Human Rights, The...

The Honorable Tony Clement, President of the Treasury Board, today issued the following statement on expenses for Crown corporations: "Our Government has made consistent and focused efforts to reduce the cost of travel, hospitality, and conferences....

The Cruise Professionals, the world's #1 luxury cruise provider, has today announced the launch of a significant expansion. Under the new umbrella brand Tully Luxury Travel, three highly-specialized divisions have been established: Cruise...

Editors Note: There is an infographic associated with this press release. Surveying more than 3,000 travellers revealed that less than 35% of travellers believe they know how to protect themselves from emergencies while abroad. Even less (28%)...

Aeroports de Montreal (ADM) is delighted to confirm that Air China, in partnership with Air Canada, will offer a thrice-weekly flight between Montreal and Beijing beginning September 29, 2015. The city's main organizations representing its business...

Luxury brands within the FRHI family of hotels - Fairmont Hotels & Resorts, Swissotel Hotels & Resorts and Raffles Hotels & Resorts - are welcoming summer with special offers that are sure to entice savvy travelers to pack their bags. Each global...

This long weekend many Winnipeggers will head out to kick-off the summer season by camping at one of the provincial parks. Although ideal for families, if you're younger or not into family-style camping, you might want to have a bit more fun than is...

Access to the northern Rockies from Edmonton just got easier! On May 31, 2015, Brewster will launch Mountain Escape, a new sightseeing route between Edmonton and Jasper. In partnership with Edmonton Destination Marketing Hotels, Edmonton...