Travel Industry News & Views for Canadian Travel Agents
PCR border tests disincentivize international travellers to Quebec for local winter events and activities essential to the province’s economy, say tourism stakeholders.
“New theme park events, unique local neighborhood experiences and special hotel deals give visitors the opportunity to celebrate the holiday season,” says Visit Orlando.
Air Canada Rouge begins non-stop service from YYZ on 04DEC, with WestJet returning on 16DEC. All arrivals must provide proof of vaccination and a negative COVID-19 PCR test.
More than 30 resorts, villas, and tours are now up to 60 per cent off, with many offers valid for travel throughout 2022. This is the first year that tours have been included in the island’s Cyber Monday sales.
The Jamaica Tourist Board hosted media at a ‘Destination Update’ this month in Ocho Rios, where Open Jaw learned that several key stats show Jamaica is out ahead of the pack when it comes to travel recovery.
“Then & Now We Welcome Canadians” trivia contest is open to all Canadian travel advisors to reacquaint themselves with travel to Myrtle Beach, South Carolina as borders reopen. The contest is open until 11:59 p.m. EST on 30NOV.
For direct international travel to the islands, non-U.S. citizens must present records of full vaccination, as well as a negative COVID-19 test result (NAAT or antigen) within three days of boarding a flight.
Air Canada is returning to Martinique with direct flights from YUL to FDF once per week beginning 30OCT following months without operating flights to the Caribbean island due to the pandemic.
If you had to pick a piece of art for Hallowe’en, it might be Edvard Munch’s ‘The Scream.’ Now, a new museum and landmark on Oslo’s waterfront has opened, with the world’s largest collection of works by the artist.
Canadians travelling to Jamaica can now book in-hotel PCR testing at less than half of the previous rate. Advisors can also book the required tests on behalf of their clients in advance.