IN TRIPADVISOR WE TRUST: How travel review platform fights fake reviews
by Staff Writer - Despite nearly nine out of 10 reviews (87.8%) meeting standards for publication, influential travel review site TripAdvisor says it continues to fight ever-evolving fraudulent schemes in its domain, which now includes misleading communication generated by artificial intelligence.
‘WE DON’T WANT THEM’: How U.S. travel ban may affect your clients
by Staff Writer - U.S. President Donald Trump has resurrected a hallmark policy of his first term, announcing that citizens of 12 countries would be banned from visiting the United States and those from seven others would face restrictions starting June 9. Here’s what you may need to know, including its effect of dual citizenship Canadians.
HOW TO COPE WITH FLYING ANXIETY
by Staff Writer - Being at least a little nervous about flying is understandable. As Mel Brooks once said: “If God wanted us to fly, He would have given us tickets.” But for some people it causes deep anxiety that could require professional help.
HISTORIC PROPHYLACTIC ON DISPLAY AT AMSTERDAM MUSEUM
by Staff Writer - The Netherlands’ national museum has a new object on display that merges art with Amsterdam’s infamous Red Light District: a nearly 200-year-old condom, emblazoned with erotic art.
BRIGHTENING THE FUTURE OF CELEBRITY’S SOLSTICE SHIPS
by Wallace Immen - Celebrity Cruises is investing more than $250 million to completely modernize a well-loved class of ships. Guests can look forward to eight new experiences, including four new-to-sea spaces, and many redesigned favorites which elevate everything that makes these ships unique.
LISTENING IN: Jammin’ with The Jackson 5
by Michael Baginski - By Michael Baginski/ With the news this week that G Adventures has enlisted The Jacksons to perform at the company’s epic GX tourism event in Jordan in September, the time seems right to recall a group that is one of the top-selling bands of all time, having sold more than 150 million records worldwide since bursting on the scene with four straight No. 1 hits on the Motown label in 1969.
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SILVER LINING: U.S. travel boycott may mean billions for Canadian tourism
by Staff Writer - A new report from the Conference Board of Canada argues that Canada's trade war with the United States might come with a silver lining for the domestic tourism industry with the board estimating that estimates that Canadians boycotting the U.S. for cross-border vacations could net the country's tourism sector up to $8.8 billion in extra business this year as travellers stay closer to home.
CURIOUS BUT CONCIENTIOUS: Survey says Canadians care about their travel
by Staff Writer - Overwhelmingly, Canadians want the space to enjoy travel without the negative impacts of overtourism – among them high prices, environmental damage, and noise - says a new survey commissioned by Flight Centre.
FLIGHTS ARE BETTER FOR THE BAHAMAS
by Staff Writer - With new and expanded airlift options from multiple gateways across Canada, The Bahamas Ministry of Tourism says getting to the Caribbean islands will be easier than ever for Canadians this summer and fall.
TDC SAYS BRAVO TO PERU
by Staff Writer - Transat Distribution Canada (TDC) recently hosted 30 franchise and affiliate agency owners from across Canada and their guests on the organization’s Bravo Excellence Club reward trip – this year a seven-night Peruvian adventure that was conducted in collaboration with Transat and G Adventures.
CANADA COMPASS: New look for Nova Scotia’s Fox Harb’r Resort
by Staff Writer - As Nova Scotia gains ground as one of Canada’s top golf destinations, Fox Harb’r Resort, Eastern Canada's only four diamond, five- star resort is marking its 25th anniversary with a sweeping transformation designed to elevate the guest experience on and off the course.
JAMAICA’S WATER-FORWARD ADVENTURES
by Staff Writer - While Jamaica is famous for its pristine beaches and reggae culture, there’s much more that travellers can experience than meets the eye. Beyond Jamaica’s best all-inclusive resorts are a variety of natural wonders that highlight the island’s incredible beauty and where visitors are virtually guaranteed to get wet!
TICO TO LAUNCH NEW CERTIFICATION PROGRAM
by Staff Writer - Later this year, the Travel Industry Council of Ontario (TICO) will launch a new online education program and exam to become Travel Counsellors and agency Supervisors/Managers, with the changes focussing on having learners apply the program’s regulatory and consumer protection content, enhancing regulatory knowledge and professionalism.
IRISH EYES SMILE ON CANADIAN TRAVEL TRADE
by Staff Writer - Tourism Ireland recently hosted its ‘Senses of Ireland’ roadshow in Canada, with over a dozen partners taking part (banner photo) and close to 200 travel advisors in attendance at events in Victoria, Kelowna, Edmonton, and Ottawa.
AN INDUSTRY FIRST: Hawaii taps tourists, cruise ships to fund climate change fight
by Staff Writer - Lawmakers in Hawaii have passed a first-of-its-kind legislation that will increase the state’s lodging tax to raise money for environmental protection and strengthening defenses against climate change-fueled natural disasters.
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