'Canada is Huge for Us,' Travel Texas Steers Message to Trade Date: 2024-07-29 09:17:50 Order: 0 Sports, food, history, and the great outdoors. Top things to see and do in Dallas, San Antonio, Lubbock and Laredo. On the Town Tourism
'Massive Attack' on French Train System as Paris Readies for Olympics Date: 2024-07-26 09:40:42 Order: 0 One million pax could be affected over the weekend after a massive attack was launched on the French high-speed train network on the morning of the Opening Ceremony of the Paris Olympic... More News Tourism
Jasper Park Lodge Escapes Major Damage, Maligne Lodge Destroyed Date: 2024-07-26 09:36:27 Order: 0 Rocky Mountaineer has cancelled Jasper visits. A couple buildings at Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge were destroyed by wildfires on 25JUL, but the main lodge was undamaged. The property will... Hotels/Resorts Tourism
Salt Lake City to Host 2034 Winter Games Date: 2024-07-25 11:40:19 Order: 0 Salt Lake City’s final approval by the IOC will bring back the Winter Games 32 years after they were first hosted in 2002. 2034’s Winter Olympics will run from 19-26FEB. Tourism
Venice Considers Doubling Tourist Tax After Netting $4M in 3 Months Date: 2024-07-24 08:51:02 Order: 0 Venice is considering doubling its tourist tax after a successful trial this summer. A final decision is expected in the Fall after a full data analysis. Tourism
One-on-One with Visit St. Pete’s Brian Lowack Date: 2024-07-24 08:47:40 Order: 0 The beaches of St. Pete and Clearwater have always been a solid sell for Canadian agents. But now the region is getting more luxury hotels and expanded cultural and restaurant offerings,... On the Town Tourism
The Coast is Clear! Experts Forecast a Sargassum-Free Summer for Quintana Roo Date: 2024-07-23 09:57:49 Order: 0 Quintana Roo’s sargassum monitoring agency forecasts the remainder of the year will be seaweed-free, which is very good news for your CUN clientele. Tourism
Solo Women Make up 14% of Female Tourism Market Date: 2024-07-23 09:50:26 Order: 0 Solo women make up 14% of the total female tourism market and growing. Their habits and preferences are influencing the culture of travel, with a focus on safety and well-being. Tourism
Barcelona Will Raise Tourist Tax for Cruise Pax Date: 2024-07-22 09:43:32 Order: 0 Barcelona's mayor warns of a “substantially” higher tourist tax without specifying the amount. The current tax for less than 12 hours visits is US$7.61 per day. Tourism
Kissimmee’s Sophisticated Escape to the Circus Date: 2024-07-22 09:36:52 Order: 0 Kissimmee tourism officials treated Toronto advisors to a Cirque du Soleil preview show and announced the city now offers several posh, new hotels in place and on the way. On the Town Tourism
Mexico’s Zacatecas Woos Canadians Date: 2024-07-22 09:36:27 Order: 0 Tourism officials from Zacatecas were in Toronto giving agents a taste of the many cultural gems of the inland state in the heart of northern Mexico. On the Town Tourism
The Olympics Effect: Financial Losses for Airlines and Post-Olympic Deals Date: 2024-07-18 10:00:25 Order: 0 Travel expert unpacks airlines financial losses, silver lining of Paris tourism slump to score deals post-Olympics. Tourism
Just Like Italy, But Cheaper: The Underrated Region of Croatia Date: 2024-07-18 09:59:14 Order: 0 Istria is a Croatian peninsula with a distinctly Italian character. It is just as scenic as Amalfi and has historical sites as mesmerizing as Rome's, all at cheaper prices. Tourism
New U.S. Rules for Canadians Travelling with Dogs Begin August 1 Date: 2024-07-18 09:43:05 Order: 0 Dogged new pet regulations could put CDN travellers to U.S. on a short leash. Canadian politicians are seeking clarity, but the rules appear unclear, and dog owners are worried about... Tourism
LCBO Strike Hurting Ontario Tourism Businesses, Group Says Date: 2024-07-16 09:12:32 Order: 0 The Tourism Industry Association of Ontario says the LCBO strike is impacting a large percentage of tourism businesses that sell alcohol as part of the visitor experience. TIAO is urging a... More News Tourism
