Destinations
Magic of Fiesta de Colores arrives in Havana, Varadero
Havanatur Group will hold the 1st Edition of Fiesta de Colores, an exclusive and unforgettable LGBTQI+ tourism event taking place Oct 15-21. Splitting its magic between the historic streets of Havana and the world-famous sun-kissed beaches of Varadero, the landmark festival positions Cuba as the premier Caribbean destination for inclusive travel, authentic self-expression, and pride. Tourism officials say Fiesta de Colores is much more than a holiday—it is a heartfelt celebration of identity, love, and community. Designed for both international travellers and locals, the five-day...
Kensington, Tourism Ireland, Ancestry partner to bring Irish heritage to life
Kensington has announced a new partnership with Tourism Ireland that’s designed to help travel advisors in North America confidently position and sell Ireland through the lens of ancestry, heritage and cultural connection. The collaboration will combine advisor education with consumer marketing to build awareness and demand for heritage travel to Ireland. Together with Kensington’s existing partnership with Ancestry, the initiative will demonstrate how family history research can become the starting point for a highly-personalized journey across the island of Ireland. Ireland...
Building momentum: Visit Portugal gears up for winter, spring travel season
It’s going to be a busy fall for Visit Portugal as it strengthens its presence in Canada with a series of travel trade initiatives, strategic partnerships and expanded communications support. With increased airlift creating new opportunities for travel, the destination is working closely with industry partners to build demand for the winter and spring seasons and encourage Canadians to explore more of Portugal throughout the year. Under the direction of Inês Almeida Garrett, Visit Portugal’s Country Director for Canada, two specialist agencies bring complementary expertise to...
Bahamas Ministry of Tourism names Jackson Weech as Director General
The Bahamas Ministry of Tourism (BMOT) has named veteran Bahamian hospitality executive, Jackson Alexander Weech as Director General, effective Oct. 1, 2026. Weech brings over 35 years of tourism leadership experience across The Bahamas, the Caribbean and the United Kingdom to the Ministry's senior executive team. He is a leading representative of the Bahamian hotel and tourism industry who has worked closely with government, tourism stakeholders and international industry partners on issues including airlift development, workforce development, infrastructure, product improvement...
Advisors can learn and win with Mexican Caribbean’s Ambassador Program
Dave Cecco and team, Canadian representatives for the Mexican Caribbean, have announced a MEGA promotion giving travel advisors the chance to win one of 10 all-inclusive hotel stays for two. Travel advisors earn entries by registering, completing the Ambassador Program and registering eligible Mexican Caribbean bookings. The Vacation Capital is giving Canadian travel advisors even more reasons to learn, sell and experience the destination through a new promotion tied to the Mexican Caribbean Ambassador Program, says Cecco. Through Nov. 30, travel advisors participating in the...
Portugal picks VoX International as Canadian PR partner
VoX International has been named the public relations agency of record for Visit Portugal in Canada. The new partnership will see VoX lead Visit Portugal’s Canadian public relations strategy, media relations and communications initiatives, supporting the destination’s continued growth and strengthening its connection with Canadian travellers. With a longstanding reputation for delivering strategic travel and tourism PR strategies across Canada, VoX will develop creative campaigns and vet media opportunities designed to showcase the breadth of Portugal’s experiences, from its...
China goes big at WTM London with commitment to ‘global gateway’
China is going big at this year’s WTM London. It’s Pavillion will be almost 22% larger than last year, with the stand configured to combine live cultural experiences, destination discovery and high-value business networking across all the three days of the world’s most influential travel and tourism event, powered by RX Global. The expanded footprint of the China Pavillion reflects the importance China places on rebuilding international tourism links through WTM London, while deepening cooperation with the UK and wider global travel trade. This year, the China pavilion,...
Air India takes off with new aircraft from YYZ
Air India showcased a new plane to a Toronto delegation Tuesday that was designed specifically for the carrier and is now carrying people between the Ontario capital and Delhi. The Boeing 787-9 -- which the airline began using on the Toronto route in August -- has numerous Indian features, among them providing Bollywood movies in the entertainment system, Indian fabrics, Indian food for those who wish it, and even an image of a woman wearing a sari on lighting that notifies passengers when airplane bathrooms are occupied. The airplane has several classes of service, including...