ONTARIO BETTING ON MORE CASINOS FOR NIAGARA: And continued hopes for Toronto island airport expansion
by Staff Writer - More casinos may be coming to the Niagara Region in the future, as the Ontario government has announced a deal to end existing exclusivity rights.
A DOG’S LIFE: St. Bernard tradition continues at Swiss ‘living museum’
by Staff Writer - At the Great St. Bernard Pass high in the Swiss Alps, the eponymous dogs still walk the same mountain paths their ancestors patrolled for hundreds of years to find travelllers buried beneath the snow. Down in the valley, a living museum honouring the Swiss national dog's history – and its future – is marking its first year.
DON’T BOTHER THE SHEEP: And other things to know about the Faroe Islands
by Staff Writer - While once the Faroe Islands might have slipped under the radar, more tourists than ever are arriving on the remote archipelago in the north Atlantic. According to Statistics Faroe Islands, a record 94,954 check-ins occurred last year at hotels, hostels and guesthouses.
CANADA HELPS FUEL TURKS AND CAICOS SURGE
by Staff Writer - The Turks and Caicos Islands welcomed over two million visitors in 2025 and continued that momentum into 2026 with recording-breaking first-half visitation, says Experience Turk and Caicos.
WHAT’S THE RUSH? St. Helena’s is patient, unhurried, enduring
by Cindy-Lou Dale - By CINDY-LOU DALE/ In a world obsessed with speed, there is one remarkable creature who has spent almost two centuries proving that life's greatest journeys are never rushed. His name is Jonathan and he has witnessed the reign of eight British monarchs, survived two World Wars, seen the invention of the telephone, motor car, aeroplane and internet, and quietly grazed his way through almost 200 years of history.
BRAZILIAN AMAZON UNIFIES FOR TOURISM
by Staff Writer - For the first time, Brazil’s Amazon region has come together under a single, unified brand to promote tourism and sustainable actions in one of the richest, most diverse, and symbolic territories in the world.
BAJA CALIFORNIA SUR AND LORETO’S ENDURING APPEAL
by Staff Writer - Long before mega-ships and crowded ports came to dominate much of the cruise industry, Mexico’s Baja California Sur built a quieter reputation as one of North America’s most noteworthy small-ship cruising destinations, where private yachts, scientific expeditions, and adventure travellers have long used the Gulf of California as a gateway to some of the continent’s most remote and biologically rich marine environments.
NUNUVAT TRAVEL ‘IN A GOOD PLACE’: Spending up as travel sector continues to grow
by Staff Writer - Nunavut saw fewer visitors but more money spent in the territory between July and September 2025 compared to the same period in 2024, Statistics Canada data shows. There were 22,800 out-of-territory visitors to Nunavut during the three-month stretch last year, well down from the 25,000 tourists that visited during the summer of 2024.
EGYPT IMPLEMENTS DIGITAL VISA SYSTEM
by Staff Writer - The Egyptian Ministry of Tourism & Antiquities has implemented a new Digital Visa-on-Arrival System, a key step forward in modernizing entry procedures for international travellers. The pilot phase of the new system began Aug. 1 at Cairo International Airport (all arrival terminals), the first of a nationwide rollout to other airports.
TAKE ME OUT TO THE BALL GAME (IN BOSTON, PLEASE): Iconic Fenway is a big hit in Beantown
by Michael Baginski - By MICHAEL BAGINSKI/ I hate the Red Sox. Beantown bums! Foes of the beloved Blue Jays. But, on a sunny summer afternoon, there's no place I'd rather be than historic Fenway Park, home of the red stockings since April 20, 1912.
DO GO CHASING WATERFALLS IN GRENADA
by Michael Baginski - By MICHAEL BAGINSKI/ Grenada has long appealed to Canadians seeking an authentic Caribbean escape, but the island is nevertheless still emerging from the shadow of some of its better-known neighbours. With expanding air service from Canada, growing recognition in the luxury market, and an impressive culinary scene, the Spice Island is increasingly demonstrating that it is one of the Caribbean's most compelling destinations.
CURTAINS UP ON CROATIA: Country enlists John Malkovich for creative cinematic travel campaign
by Staff Writer - Rather than producing a traditional tourism commercial, the Croatian National Tourist Board (CNTB) has released "Croatia – I Hear It's Beautiful," a six-minute cinematic film starring Academy Award-nominated actor John Malkovich, who recently became a Croatian citizen.
STORYTELLING STARTS THE JOURNEY: Make clients care about destination first, urges airline exec
by Staff Writer - Trevor Sadler, CEO of interCaribbean Airways, believes what inspires travellers to choose one Caribbean destination over another begins with storytelling.
IN-FOCUS BAVARO BEACH: Endless bliss at Grand Palladium Punta Cana resorts
by Staff Writer - Bavaro Beach is one of the Dominican Republic's most celebrated stretches of coastline and Grand Palladium's three Punta Cana properties put guests right at the heart of it. Whether travellers are paddle boarding through crystal-clear waters at the family-friendly Grand Palladium Select Bávaro or setting sail on a catamaran at Grand Palladium Punta Cana Resort and Spa, every day is shaped by the sea.
MARVELLOUS MADEIRA: Portugal’s pearl of the Atlantic
by Cindy-Lou Dale - By CINDY-LOU DALE/ Few destinations combine spectacular scenery, centuries of history, vibrant traditions and festivals, and year-round sunshine quite like Madeira and Porto Santo. Rising dramatically from the Atlantic Ocean some 1,000 km. southwest of Lisbon and 600 km. off the coast of Morocco, the Portuguese archipelago offers visitors a fascinating blend of natural beauty and cultural authenticity that has attracted travellers for centuries.
CASABLANCA BEYOND THE MOVIE: Morocco’s overlooked ‘White City’ experiences a renaissance
by Staff Writer - Don’t be fooled by the classic 1942 film bearing its name: there’s nothing antiquated or outdated about Casablanca, “The White City” of Morocco, where history and modernity blend seamlessly.
MY FIRST AFRICA SAFARI: Discovering the realities and magnificence of the wild
by Staff Writer - By MOIRA SMITH/ My earliest memory of going on safari was when I was a little girl, no more than eight years old. I was born and raised in South Africa, so my family were no strangers to safari. But it was new to me at the time, and I’ll never forget the thrill of seeing life in the bush play out before my very eyes. 
MINI MOZARTS HELP SALZBURG SHINE – WHIILE THEY LAST
by Staff Writer - Visitors to Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart's hometown can see the composer – and his dog – in miniature as Salzburg celebrates the 270th anniversary of his birth. But they shouldn't wait too long, as the statues are already being swiped.
TRAVEL LEADERS NETWORK ELEVATES CANADIAN CONTENT
by Staff Writer - Travel Leaders Network will launch a dedicated two-day conference created exclusively for Canadian travel advisors and preferred partners this fall. Set to take place on both sides of the country, ELEVATE Canada will be held at the Hilton Vancouver Metrotown on Oct. 20-21 and at the Pearson Convention Centre in Toronto on Oct. 28-29.
CANADA COMPASS: Pursuit has wings – Victoria’s Eagle Wings Tours
by Staff Writer - Pursuit Attractions and Hospitality, Inc. today announced it has acquired Eagle Wing Tours, a Victoria, BC-based whale watching and marine wildlife experience, expanding its portfolio into one of Canada's most visited and resilient tourism destinations and advancing its strategy of investing in iconic experiences in markets with strong long-term demand.
