The cost of a rental car can significantly drain your travel budget. Last year they were particularly high in many European countries. What is the situation this season? According to the online portal Check24, rental car prices during the summer holidays are lower this year in most European holiday destinations. Prices have dropped significantly in […]
Tourism
Cruise Questions Answered
Many of us think about going on a cruise if we haven’t been on one before, and have questions about what to expect, This article will likely answer some of those nagging questions about what it’s like to go on a cruise, from prepping to what to expect while on board. Before You Go Get […]
Air Canada Adds Flights to Grenada
Air Canada resumes service to Grenada on October 29 with double the previous capacity. The carrier will double its frequency to the destination to four weekly flights from Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ) to Maurice Bishop International Airport (GND). The Air Canada nonstop flights will operate on Sundays, Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays, departing at 9:30am […]
International Visitors Spent $17.3 Billion on US Travel in April
In April 2023 international visitors spent more than $17.3 billion on travel to, and tourism-related activities within, the United States. Data recently released by the National Travel and Tourism Office (NTTO) show that in April 2023 international visitors spent more than $17.3 billion on travel to, and tourism-related activities within, the United States, an increase […]
Canada Launches New Tourism Corridor Strategy
This collaborative project will benefit not only the communities and destinations involved but will also bolster Canada’s competitiveness. Destination Canada has launched a new pilot project called the Tourism Corridor Strategy Program, which aims to accelerate the intentional development of tourism corridors or clusters of tourism assets across Canada. In partnership with a variety of […]
Southwest Airlines Extends Flight Schedule into Next Year
Southwest Airlines Co. today extended its flight schedule into early next year, allowing Customers to begin booking their travel for the 2023 holiday season. “Our Summer operational performance is off to a strong start with Customers taking much-needed vacations and important business trips,” said Andrew Watterson, Chief Operating Officer at Southwest Airlines. “We know some […]
New Executive Vice-President and CFO at WestJet Group
The 30-year aviation industry veteran, Michael (Mike) Scot, will start with the airline’s executive team on June 13, 2023. The WestJet Group today announced Michael (Mike) Scott to the role of WestJet Group Executive Vice-President and Chief Financial Officer. The 30-year aviation industry veteran will start with the airline’s executive team on June 13, 2023. […]
Biggest Summer Yet at London Stansted Airport
55 direct flights per week to five top destinations across the country, including Istanbul, Antalya, Dalaman, Ankara, and Izmir. With more flights than ever before to popular destinations across Turkey (Türkiye), Pegasus Airlines is looking forward to its biggest flight schedule yet from London Stansted this summer. Turkey’s (Türkiye) leading low-cost airline is offering more […]
Hawaii Kīlauea Volcano Erupts, No Threat to Public Safety
The eruption is currently confined to the crater area and does not pose an immediate threat to public safety. The US Geological Survey Hawaiian Volcano Observatory has reported that Kīlauea Volcano on Hawaiʻi Island is currently experiencing a new eruption within Halemaʻumaʻu crater that started at approximately 4:44 a.m. HST on June 7, 2023. The […]
Destinations and travel trend in Europe for summer 2023
Travel is back in full swing after the pandemic, and travelers embrace timeless and emerging destinations. According to a Real Research report, 87% of people worldwide plan to travel this summer. Flight searches are up 25% for the season, according to Expedia. In addition, Airbnb announced that guests have already planned stays in more than […]