CALGARY — When Lesley Keyter opened her travel agency in 1996, she had next to no experience in the travel industry. Now 27 years later, Keyter has not only made South Travel Inc. – operating and better known as The Travel Lady Agency – one of the most successful travel agencies in Calgary, she’s also known […]
Day: March 31, 2023
MISSISSAUGA — TICO has appointed Dorian Werda as Registrar, Travel Industry Act, 2002, effective April 1, 2023. Werda, who has been with TICO since its inception in 1997, will now oversee all regulatory functions for Ontario’s travel agencies, booking websites and tour operators. Richard Smart, who has served the dual […]
CALGARY — Varadero, Cuba has been added to the list of sunny destinations to where Swoop flights can be booked with WestJet Vacations packages from Toronto. Swoop and WestJet Vacations first announced in January 2022 that travel agents can now book Swoop flights as part of a WestJet Vacations package […]
SEATTLE — Holland America Line has opened the books for its 2024-2025 Caribbean season, featuring three new longer voyages and the return of calls at Bermuda. In addition to focusing on longer, more immersive cruise itineraries, the cruise line is also introducing Boston, Massachusetts as a Caribbean departure port, in […]
Ready for Anything: Reminders from MERC March 31, 2023 (Muskoka, ON) – As the snow melts and the rivers rise, it’s important to prepare for the annual Spring Freshet. With longer days on the horizon, your Muskoka Emergency Response Committee (MERC) reminds our community to prepare for the 2023 Spring […]
MIAMI — Costa Cruises is celebrating its 75th anniversary with a special sale that includes savings of US$150. Called ‘75 Years of Costa,’ the flash sale applies to select cruises in the Mediterranean, Northern Europe, transatlantic and the United Arab Emirates, across seven ships in its fleet. In addition to […]
TORONTO — Porter Airlines is ramping up service between Ottawa and Charlottetown following high demand from travellers. Previously announced to kick off on May 17, 2023, the new service between the two cities will move up from the initial seven weekly roundtrip flights, to 11x/weekly between May 17 and June […]
Hyatt Zilara Riviera Maya is now open, welcoming adult guests to savour their vacation moments in a modern 70-acre rejuvenating retreat. Nestled in the secluded region of Riviera Maya, Mexico, Hyatt Zilara Riviera Maya is surrounded by lush mangroves, with easy access to the Cancun International Airport and only six […]