[ad_1] Published by 604now on November 1, 2017 While there is plenty to do within Vancouver, there is also a bountiful variety of things to do throughout the province. Not only is it an insanely beautiful place to explore, but there are some amazing things to experience that won’t be …
Read More »Sojern’s latest report debunks the myth of the ‘average’ traveler
[ad_1] SAN FRANCISCO – Sojern, travel’s direct demand engine, released its new report, “The Modern Traveler’s Path to Purchase” . The report offers deep insights into how consumers buy travel services by looking at eight anonymous user purchase journeys spanning multiple devices, regions, and trip motivations. The report debunks the …
Read More »New support on tap for craft brewing industry
The Government of Alberta is building on its plan to diversify the economy and create good-paying jobs by establishing craft brewing as a key component of culinary tourism. A grant to the Alberta Small Brewers Association (ASBA) will help develop the province’s local beer brand to establish craft brewing as …
Read More »Tourism Works in Alberta
The annual Travel Alberta Industry Conference (TAIC) wrapped up on Tuesday, bringing the premier Alberta tourism marketing event to a close. As an “industry of industries,” tourism often takes a back seat to the resource sector in conversations about Alberta’s economic future. In fact, tourism is a key economic driver …
Read More »Five unexpected ways to save money on business travel
[ad_1] In today’s technology based business world, face-to-face interactions are becoming a selling point that many businesses overlook. Most people believe programs like Skype are more than appropriate to get the full picture of interaction before they do business, but that’s not entirely true. While you can have a “face-to-face” …
Read More »A majority of travelers cite “fitting everything in” as one of their biggest travel challenges
[ad_1] ST. LOUIS – Traveling to a new city and struggling to experience all the “must-do” activities while you’re there? According to new research from Enterprise Rent-A-Car, you’re not alone. Enterprise’s “Instant Insider” survey reveals that more than eight out of 10 travelers cite “fitting everything in when your trip …
Read More »Kagame opens World Tourism Conference in Kigali, Rwanda
Rwandan president Paul Kagame has officially opened the 41st Annual World Tourism Conference in Kigali. Curated by the Corporate Council on Africa, Africa Travel Association, and Rwanda Development Board, the event is designed to set the tone for how tourism can be utilised as an engine for economic growth in …
Read More »Antigua & Barbuda reports uptick in UK bookings following campaign
The Antigua & Barbuda Tourism Authority’s recent marketing campaign has contributed to the growth in revenue being reported by UK tour operators, despite Brexit. Luxury tour operator, the Inspiring Travel Company (part of the ITC Travel Group, which also owns the Western & Oriental brand) has reported growth in Antigua …
Read More »Finnair to launch flights to Nanjing, China, from May 2018
In line with its growth strategy, Finnair is opening a new year-round route to Nanjing, China. In addition the airline is also increasing capacity to several of its popular short haul destinations and to many long haul destinations such as Tokyo, Bangkok and Delhi during the summer 2018 season. Further …
Read More »Qatar Airways adds new flights to Kathmandu, Nepal
Qatar Airways will add an additional daily flight on its Doha-Kathmandu route from September 1st, to meet high demand during Nepal’s festival season, which takes place every year in September and October. The additional frequency will be served by an Airbus A320, departing Doha at 01:25 and arriving in Kathmandu …
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