CANADIANS ON THE MOVE – BUT WHERE? New routes balance U.S. pullback
Canadian airlines pulled back in a big way from the United States over the past year and boosted flight volumes elsewhere – especially the Caribbean – with no sign of a cross-border rebound on the horizon.
NOTHING TO SEE HERE: It’s business as usual in the Caribbean, says CTO
The Caribbean Tourism Organization (CTO) says the region is open for business and ready to welcome travellers in the wake of the U.S. military action in Venezuela, which caused a temporary closure of airspace last weekend that disrupted some travellers.
COME FROM AWAY PART II?: Gander residents drop everything to help stranded pax
Residents of Gander, Nfld., formed an impromptu volunteer shuttle service for about 200 passengers aboard two planes forced to land unexpectedly at the town’s airport on Wednesday night.
RED MENACE: Life-threatening storm wallops England, headed for continent
A rare “weather bomb” swept across Britain overnight with warnings of life-threatening winds, rains and snowfall and major travel disruptions as it headed in from the southwest of England during what already has been one of the country’s worst cold snaps in years.
DISCOVERING AN ADVENTUROUS NEW GALAXY OF INTIMATE SHIPS
By Wallace Immen/ It seems everyone got the same idea at the same time: there’s an untapped demand for a small ship that can explore the far corners of the globe in the luxury you expect at the world’s finest hotels or resorts.
LISTENING IN: Hallelujah for this stunning, unexpected duet
By Michael Baginski/ “Hallelujah,” the ubiquitous Leonard Cohen classic, has been covered countless times (ok, there’s been over 300 versions identified), with the likes of Jeff Buckley, k.d. lang, Yolanda Adams, Jennifer Hudson and Willie Nelson being considered among the best.
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SETTING SAIL INTO 2026: Six key trends that will shape cruising in the New Year
From travellers planning holidays centered around sporting events to children influencing family holiday choices, there are six key trends that are shaping guests’ booking patterns and driving itinerary offerings heading into 2026, according to MSC Cruises.
STUDY FLAGS INFLIGHT WATER WORRIES
An excuse to have another beer or glass of wine when flying? A new study emanating from south of the border warns travellers not to drink tea, coffee, or unbottled water on flights, load up on ice, or even clean their hands in washrooms, due to potentially unhealthy water used on board many aircraft.
THE ART OF LUXURY TRAVEL: Where elegance meets the Earth
By Cindy-Lou Dale/ A quiet shift is reshaping what luxury means. Once, it was measured in exclusivity – fine linens, private jets, and polished isolation. Now, it’s measured in connection: to nature, to people, and to place.
U.S. EXPANDS BONDS FOR VISAS LIST
The Trump administration has added seven countries, including five in Africa, to the list of nations whose passport holders are required to post bonds of up to $15,000 to apply to enter the United States.
GAIL LEA TIPPED FOR TAAP ROLE IN CANADA
Expedia TAAP has announced the appointment of Gail Lea as Business Development Manager and Account Manager for Canada. With more than 20 years of experience in tourism marketing, destination development, and front-line travel advising, Lea brings a strong combination of industry insight, strategic capability, and relationship-driven leadership.
NO PLACE LIKE ROAM: Tauck launches new brand in 2026
Tauck has introduced its newest brand, Roam by Tauck. Designed for travellers in their 40s and 50s, the premium, flexible small group division of the still evolving 100-year-old tour operator will feature five itineraries in its first year, expanding to a dozen in 2027.