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Goway's Smith on Asia's rise: "The experiences keep clients coming back
53+ min ago (384+ words) Post date: Jun 10 2026 TORONTO " More than 150 travel advisors joined 27 supplier partners to hear all about unstoppable Asia, at Goway's Asia Forum yesterday at the Chelsea Hotel, Toronto. Asia's momentum as a travel destination just keeps growing, and the 2026 Goway Asia…...
Sunwing unveils Winter 2026-27 schedule with new routes and early booking incentives
1+ hour, 24+ min ago (273+ words) Post date: Jun 10 2026 TORONTO " Sunwing Vacations has unveiled its Winter 2026-2027 schedule, introducing new vacation options for Canadians while launching a pair of booking incentives for both consumers and travel advisors. Alongside returning sun destinations such as Cancun, Punta Cana and…...
Make it Mexican Caribbean: "The Vacation Capital" courts travel trade
55+ min ago (597+ words) Post date: Jun 10 2026 VAUGHAN " "There's a reason we're known as the "Vacation Capital of the World,' and it's thanks to each one of you," said Dave Cecco, VP of Mexican Caribbean Canada, during this week's trade show and dinner event…...
Register now for Tourism Ireland webinar, June 11
1+ hour, 24+ min ago (133+ words) Post date: Jun 10 2026 TORONTO " Tourism Ireland is inviting travel advisors to discover the joys of slow tourism during an upcoming webinar. Taking place June 11 at 11: 00 a. m. EST, the online session will be hosted by Lauren Lamonday, Business Partnership Executive at Tourism…...
Federal government starts public consultation on future of Toronto's island airport
1+ day, 1+ hour ago (95+ words) Post date: Jun 9 2026 By: The Canadian Press Last week, Prime Minister Mark Carney said he hadn't formed an opinion'on'Ford's plan to expand the'airport, promising broad consultations'on'the proposal. Transportation Minister Steven Mac Kinnon and other Toronto Liberal MPs have been noncommital…...
Air Canada says safety was not compromised in pilot licensing case
1+ day, 1+ hour ago (287+ words) Post date: Jun 9 2026 MONTREAL " Air Canada says safety was never compromised after Transport Canada imposed a monetary penalty on a former pilot who lacked the required licence certification to serve as a captain. In a statement issued June 8, the airline…...
West Jet suspends Cuba operations indefinitely, hopeful for island's return
1+ day, 1+ hour ago (149+ words) Post date: Jun 9 2026 CALGARY " West Jet has posted next steps for Cuba-booked passengers, now that the airline has announced that it too has suspended operations to the island indefinitely. "Following a review of the current operating environment in Cuba, West…...
Sports, history and Rocky: Why Philadelphia is betting big on 2026
1+ day, 41+ min ago (584+ words) Post date: Jun 9 2026 TORONTO " Philadelphia is throwing the biggest birthday party in its history this year " and Canadian travellers are more than welcome to join in, says Annie Jirapatnakul, Global Tourism Sales Manager, North America & Group Tours for the PHLCVB....
New West Jet'Air Serbia agreement boosts connectivity via Toronto
1+ day, 1+ hour ago (177+ words) Post date: Jun 9 2026 CALGARY " West Jet and Air Serbia are teaming up to improve connectivity between Europe and Canada. The two airlines have signed a special Special Prorate Agreement (SPA) that will provide passengers with access to an expanded network…...
Lengthy EES border delays could deter millions from travelling to Europe, says WTTC
1+ day, 1+ hour ago (554+ words) Post date: Jun 9 2026 MADRID " The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) is warning that lengthy border delays tied to the rollout of Europe's new Entry/Exit System (EES) could put billions in visitor spending at risk and deter millions of travellers…...