Our thoughts are with the communities, first responders and tourism industry colleagues affected by the forest fires currently burning throughout British Columbia. We are committed to sharing any relevant information on our consumer and industry websites. Information and Resources The fire does not directly threaten any communities at this time, …
Read More »Travel Alberta USA Business Development Announcement
Travel Alberta will expand the team responsible for Business Development activity in the United States. More specifically, the team responsible for Travel Trade and Meetings, Incentives, Conventions and Events (MICE) relations in the US market. Effective immediately, Bart Donnelly, Director, Business Development, Europe and USA, will lead the USA Travel …
Read More »Big events in Edmonton bring city new visitors and prestige
[ad_1] M.J. Smith’s family loves to travel. They’re from Arizona and have decided to be in Edmonton for the next four days. “We like to expose [our daughter] to different things, different cultures, different countries, different places. So we chose this as one of our stops this year,” Smith said. …
Read More »Plan a Romantic Outdoorsy Getaway in Golden, British Columbia
[ad_1] If you love the outdoors, nature, adventuring with your spouse, then Golden, British Columbia is your destination. Here are just a few tips for planning a romantic and outdoorsy getaway that is sure to please. Adventures Attention adventure travelers! Golden is your thrill-seeking hub. There ain’t no mountain high …
Read More »New tourism numbers show Nova Scotia saw hike in July visitors
[ad_1] Nova Scotia saw an increased number of visitors to the province this July compared to the same time last year. Statistics from Tourism Nova Scotia show visitation was up by nine per cent, or 32,000 people, compared to July 2016. Of those additional tourists, 23,000 arrived by plane, which …
Read More »Maritime ports hosting hurricane-diverted cruise ships
[ad_1] Ports around the Maritimes have been welcoming thousands of unexpected travellers due to hurricane Irma. Two cruise ships were diverting to Port Saint John in New Brunswick – one Wednesday and another Thursday – bringing an influx of roughly 5,000 passengers. The Port of Halifax said the Carnival Pride …
Read More »Golden, B.C., Canada welcomes Freeride Ski and Snowboard World Tour 2018
[ad_1] Golden, B.C., Canada – Tourism Golden is thrilled to announce that the 2018 Freeride Ski and Snowboard World Tour (FWT) has chosen Golden, BC, as one of its new locations. The world renowned event will take place in Golden from February 3-9, 2018. The FWT is the worldwide circuit …
Read More »ATB BoostR Stage – Alberta’s Very Own
Picture this – it’s a crisp October in Alberta, the leaves are changing, you’re drinking a pumpkin spice latte and wearing a cozy knit sweater on a weekend adventure to Banff to learn about some up and coming entrepreneurs in Alberta. The air is crisp from the changing season but …
Read More »Travel guide angers Edmontonians over description of ‘frigidly cold’ city
[ad_1] Canada may be Lonely Planet’s top country to visit in 2017, but the popular travel guide isn’t pushing too many of the would-be tourists to Edmonton. The latest edition of the Lonely Planet guide describes Edmonton as “frigidly cold for much of the year.” It calls the city a …
Read More »Finlay Creek wildfire another blow to Peachland tourism
[ad_1] It’s already been a challenging year for some Peachland businesses that cater to tourists. They were hoping this Labour Day weekend would provide a boost before things slow down for winter. However, the Finlay Creek wildfire flared up southwest of the community on Saturday, placing hundreds on evacuation alert …
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