CAYO LARGO – WHERE EVERYONE IS FAMILY
Prior to the 1980s, Cayo Largo was less frequently visited and, in fact, was not a home to permanent residents at the time, but the tides turned quickly when it became a sought-after destination for many all-inclusive resorts and earned its rightful place as one of the sunniest and most beautiful Cuban destinations for tropical vacations. MORE
CRUISE SHIP SAILS INTO NYC PORT WITH DEAD WHALE ACROSS ITS BOW
A cruise ship sailed into a New York City port with a 44-foot (13-meter) dead whale across its bow, marine authorities said. The whale, identified as an endangered sei whale, was caught on the ship's bow when it arrived at the Port of Brooklyn on Saturday, National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration fisheries spokesperson Andrea Gomez said. MORE
TÜRKİYE’S DIGITAL NOMAD VISA PLATFORM NOW AVAILABLE ONLINE
It is now easier than ever for Canadian digital nomads to work remotely from Türkiye. With the new Digital Nomad Pre-Application platform Digital Nomad GoTürkiye, digital nomads can now easily initiate their application process online. Gaining popularity following the COVID-19 pandemic, digital nomads capitalize on remote work by travelling the world and logging on wherever they have an internet connection. MORE
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Qantas to pay $79 million for selling seats on cancelled flights
Qantas Airways agreed to pay AU$ 120 million Australian dollars (CA $104.2 million) in compensation and a fine for selling tickets on thousands of cancelled flights. The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission sued the Sydney-based airline in the Federal Court last year. The commission alleged that Qantas engaged in false, misleading or deceptive conduct by advertising tickets for more than 8,000 flights from May 2021 through to July 2022 that had already been cancelled. MORE
BOMB THREAT GROUNDS BA FLIGHT IN BERMUDA
A British Airways transatlantic flight bound for London from Bermuda had to abort take-off due to a bomb threat to the aircraft. The threat was emailed to LF Wade airport just as the flight with 197 people on board was due to leave Sunday night. Passengers disembarked and were accommodated in Bermuda overnight. MORE
WTTC URGES HARNESSING ‘SAFE’ AI
The transformative power of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and its role in shaping the future of Travel & Tourism are examined in new reports by the World Travel & Tourism Council, which cites its commitment to a digital future that prioritizes safety, ethical considerations, and responsible AI adoption. MORE
AIR TRANSAT’S EXCLUSIVE WONKA-THEMED FLIGHT TO BRUSSELS
Travellers on Air Transat heading to Brussels from Montreal-Trudeau International Airport on May 5, were treated to a Wonka-themed flight celebrating the arrival of the movie on the airline's in-flight entertainment system. The whimsical experience was the result of a first-time collaboration between Air Transat, Warner Bros. and Quebec-based Chocolats Favoris. MORE
OUT IN IS IN
A trade guide for Scotland’s adventurous side
With outdoor adventure and escaping the hustle and bustle of day-to-day life remaining a top reason to travel, Visit Scotland says there’s never been a better time for travel advisors to get clients thinking about Scotland – a country with “endless options” for being active. MORE
ORLANDO TAKES PRIDE IN GAY DAYS
Known for diversity and inclusivity, Orlando has been a pioneer in LGBTQ+ tourism dating back to the original Gay Days in 1991. A winning family travel destination in the 2022 “Gay Travel Awards,” the Florida city promotes inclusivity through events, nightlife, and activities that welcome all and embraces the ethos: “the place where dragons, coasters and Pride flags fly.” MORE
SEABOURN SERVES UP NEW ‘COLLECTION’ CRUISES
Set to debut in the Western Med. on Seabourn Venture in Spring, 2025, “The Collection” is a series of exclusive sailings featuring unique, one-of-a-kind shoreside experiences that includes exclusive access to private cultural events, fine dining at world-renowned wineries, and premium tickets to iconic tennis tournaments in select marquee ports. MORE