News by subject: TRAVEL

Whidbey and Camano Islands Tourism is undergoing strategic planning in partnership with the Transformational Travel Council (TTC) in a bold step to adapt to a forever-changed travel industry, and to lay the groundwork for a future-fit destination. An...

Direct Travel, Inc. has launched a new global service for clients seeking a consolidated sustainability solution, Direct ATPI Halo. Developed in conjunction with Direct Travel's global partner, London-based ATPI, Direct ATPI Halo will serve as an...

TVO's commitment to inspire learning that changes lives and enriches communities has come together in an exciting new digital project: The TVO.me Ontario Road Trip. Ontarians can now explore an interactive map filled with engaging documentaries,...

As part of their partnership with the Canadian Hockey League (CHL), Days Inns - Canada was onsite at the 2022 Memorial Cup presented by Kia in Saint John, New Brunswick, from June 20-29, 2022.  "To drive awareness for the Days Inn brand, we created...

As part of the ongoing efforts to strengthen and expand its portfolio within the region, Blue Diamond Resorts Cuba is pleased to announce that it will take over the operation of the most luxurious hotel in Habana which will be rebranded as Royalton...

Canada's flag carrier and largest domestic and international airline, Air Canada, has recognized Fareportal as a Platinum Member of the Air Canada Circle of Excellence. Membership is bestowed by the airline on their top travel industry partners, in...

 As Summer travel embarks London, July 13, 2022: VistaJet, the first and only global business aviation company, has announced a new expansion of its Private World portfolio. Onboarding a new set of travel and brand partners, VistaJet will...

Global Crossing Airlines Group, Inc. (JET: NEO; JET.B: NEO; JETMF: OTCQB) (the "Company" or "GlobalX") and ViajeHoy, LLC, d/b/a Havana Air ("Havana Air") are pleased to announce approval from the U.S. Department of Transportation to expand their...

ITA Airways will participate in the Business Travel Show Europe on the 29th and 30th of June. The event will take place in the ExCel exhibition centre in London, United Kingdom, and will be the occasion for the Italian flagship carrier to affirm its...

This July 1st, more Canadians are planning to celebrate Canada Day from home barbequing versus travelling. The high cost of fuel has limited their options as reported from the latest survey from leading online travel agency CheapOair.ca Canada, which...

NOBAL Technologies, the global technology company behind the iMirror and Book4Time, a leading cloud-based spa management software for hotels, resorts, gyms, and private clubs, announce their strategic partnership agreement that reimagines the way...

Sunwing is celebrating the planners and early birds with unbeatable value on their winter bookings to paradise. With a variety of sun-soaked destinations in Mexico, the Caribbean and Central America and exciting new resorts suitable to every travel...

The winners of the ninth annual United Nations World Oceans Day Photo Competition were announced today during the United Nations World Oceans Day (UNWOD) 2022 event at the UN Headquarters in New York. The free competition, which launched this past...

HHM and Urgo Hotels & Resorts ("Urgo") have entered into a definitive agreement that, upon closing, will result in Urgo becoming a wholly owned subsidiary of HHM and, as part of the total consideration, the founding members of Urgo will become...

The Traffic Injury Research Foundation (TIRF) announces the launch of the Action2Zero learning centre created in partnership with Desjardins. This web-based resource contains knowledge and tools to help communities assess road safety and implement a...

Sunwing is celebrating its customers with hot deals and even hotter giveaways during its first ever Sun Week. Starting May 30, 2022 until June 5, 2022, customers can book their much needed getaways to sun-soaked destinations in Mexico, the Caribbean...

Proterra Inc , a leading innovator in commercial vehicle electrification technology, today announced that BC Transit in British Columbia, Canada has approved a $20 million contract to purchase ten 40-foot Proterra ZX5 electric transit buses and one...

Città di Torino, Regione Piemonte e Visitpiemonte: Turin and Piedmont continue to play a leading role in major international events, and it is highly symbolic that this region and cradle of cultural heritage was chosen to adopt a Recommendation of...

With a dynamic and growing selection of all-inclusive experiences across the Caribbean and Latin America, Marriott International, Inc. announced the signing of Royalton Splash Riviera Cancun to join its growing all-inclusive portfolio. Expected to...

London is a natural next destination for Jetex, an award-winning global leader in executive aviation, and it becomes the brand's 35th international FBO location. Jetex entered in an agreement with Avia Solutions Group to operate the FBO at Hangar 510...

May 20, 2022 (Toronto, ON) ? With the Victoria Day holiday weekend being the unofficial start of the Summer travel season, online travel agency CheapOair Canada today released the results of a new poll that asked Canadians which travel destination...

Can Ontario's small towns survive big industrial, social and cultural changes? The new TVO Original series Crossroads: Beyond Boom & Bust explores stories of six small towns across Ontario confronting this question. Communities everywhere will...

Sunwing is pleased to announce the opening of Riu Latino, RIU Hotels & Resorts' newest product in Mexico, on the pristine shores of Costa Mujeres. Starting October 1, 2022, customers can experience RIU's exceptional service and product quality at...

VistaJet announces its global partnership with Frieze Art Fairs New York, May 16, 2022: Ahead of the upcoming 2022 edition of Frieze New York, VistaJet, the first and only global business aviation company, announces its new global...

Spot prawn season is now underway and Tourism Richmond is excited to welcome culinary connoisseurs from around the Lower Mainland to discover why their seafood and spot prawns are the world's best at the first-annual Steveston Spot Prawn & Seafood...

Sunwing customers can now book their winter getaways at a brand new all inclusive paradise in Riviera Maya, Mexico. Royalton Splash Riviera Cancun, the newest Royalton Luxury Resorts property is slated to open December 20, 2022, where customers can...

Yesterday, at the Shangri-La Hotel in Paris, ITA Airways, the new Italian national carrier presented the summer season on the French market to representatives of the press as well as to business partners in the French market. The Company aims to...

Music brings people together, even in the most challenging times. The Eurovision Song Contest, one of the most important international songwriting competitions globally, is not only an opportunity to turn the spotlight on the touristic, cultural, and...

Customers can up the ante and change the way they summer vacation with Sunwing's latest promotional offer. With a range of Sunwing easy entry vacation destinations and stunning beachfront properties from resort chains such as RIU, Dreams, Memories...

Algonquin Provincial Park in Ontario is one of Canada's most popular provincial parks, known for its rugged beauty, majestic wildlife and abundant recreational opportunities. Premiering Monday, June 7, 2022 on TVO, TVO Today, YouTube and smart TV...

CheapOair.ca, a leading online travel agency and part of the Fareportal family of brands, and PayBright, an Affirm company and one of Canada's leading providers of installment payment plans, today announced a partnership to enable eligible Canadian...

The Hong Kong Tourism Board (HKTB) held its annual Tourism Update event online today (6 May) and announced a revival plan that highlights Hong Kong's vibrant developments and new experiences, aiming to generate a positive ambience and make the city...

Turin and Piedmont are ready for the Eurovision Song Contest, one of the most important international songwriting competitions globally, representing countries from all over the Euro-Mediterranean region. From May 10 to 14, international artists,...

Realstar Hospitality is pleased to announce that for a second consecutive year, Motel 6 has been named a recipient of the Canadian Franchise Association's (CFA) Franchisees' Choice Designation. Now in its 12th year, the annual Franchisees' Choice...

Rodney Strong Vineyards, one of the great family-owned wineries in California, established by former dancer, producer, and wine pioneer Rod Strong in Sonoma County in 1959, is excited to announce the release of its Sonoma County Red Blend. Wine...

Days Inns - Canada, one of the country's leading hotel chains, has been recognized as a recipient of the Canadian Franchise Association's (CFA) Franchisees' Choice Designation. "Receiving this designation for the second year in a row is incredibly...

Direct Travel, Inc. has selected Sherry Saunders to lead the account management teams for both its Canada East and West regions. Saunders will serve as Senior Vice President, Client Management and focus on client services, retention and strategy,...

New York, April 4, 2022: The best sports stars are choosing to travel with VistaJet, the first and only global business aviation company. Ahead of The 2022 Masters Tournament commencing this week, Champion male golfer, Jon Rahm, is officially...

ITA Airways continues to increase the routes of its 2022 summer season. From Saturday 2 April, the company's offer will be enriched with the launch of the new connection from Milan Malpensa to New York JFK. The flight will operate 5 times a week on...

VISTA STRENGTHENS ITS GLOBAL AND U.S. LEADERSHIPWITH THE ACQUISITION OF JET EDGE'S PLATFORM Acquisition of the private aviation services platform of Jet Edge, the fastest-growing North American charter operator, significantly scales up...

Tofino Resort + Marina invites B.C.'s underwater enthusiast community to the B.C. Spearfishing Summit on Saturday April 23rd, 2022. The grassroots, one-day event will bring together an engaging roster of speakers focusing on four important pillars:...

CELEBRATING THE DELIVERY OF VISTAJET'S 10th, AND BOMBARDIER'S 100th, GLOBAL 7500 BUSINESS JET IN ANOTHER MILESTONE FOR THE INDUSTRY FLAGSHIP VistaJet now owns 10% of the world's Global 7500 fleet A milestone moment: VistaJet now offers a fleet of...

Canadian travellers can take advantage of Sunwing's best deals of the season, on now, on all inclusive vacation packages to sought after sun destinations in Mexico, the Caribbean and Central America. The tour operator is offering customers fantastic...

Direct Travel, Inc. announced today that longtime employee Ian Race will lead its corporate sales team across all of Canada, unifying the Canadian business development efforts of one of North America's largest travel management companies. "Ian has...

Paradox Hotel Group and TA Global Berhad are thrilled to announce that Paradox Hotel Vancouver will be opening its doors to the public on April 1st, 2022. The hotel, located in downtown Vancouver's Coal Harbour, is the flagship location for Paradox...

Studio 6 - Canada today announced the signing of a new purpose-built Studio 6 all-suite hotel in Hornepayne, Ontario. This hotel marks the first of what will become a portfolio of new construction Studio 6 locations built in northern Ontario. "The...

VISTAJET PARTNERS WITH THE SCUDERIA FERRARI TEAM FOR A FOURTH YEAR, AHEAD OF THE 2022 FORMULA ONE WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP Continuing to support the team's travel through shared values ofspeed, excellence, passion and innovation London, March 17, 2022:...

Wine Growers British Columbia (WGBC) is thrilled to launch its new BC wine certification course as part of the Wines of BC Ambassador Program, with Level One now available globally to industry professionals and wine enthusiasts alike. Expand your...

Travel technology leader Hotel Engine today announced the company is increasing its corporate giving in 2022 and expanding its three strategic pillars to four with the addition of social justice under its Corporate Social Responsibility Program....

In relation to the tender for the acquisition of the maintenance business unit of Alitalia under Extraordinary Administration expiring today, 14 March 2022, ITA Airways announces that it has signed a preliminary agreement with the maintenance company...