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Wednesday, June 1, 2022

Tourism industry calls on Gov't for immediate border relief

The Canadian Travel & Tourism Roundtable ("The Roundtable"), comprised of leaders across the travel and tourism industry - with representatives from airlines, airports, hotels, and travel organizations - is calling on the federal government to promote a responsible reboot of the travel and tourism industry during Canada's National Tourism Week.

OWG raises entry-level salary for all flight attendants

To mark International Flight Attendant Day and just a few weeks away from the start of its flights to Cuba, OWG announced it will offer "a new, extremely competitive salary scale, which will undoubtedly stand out in the market."

Celebrate Pride Month across the U.S.

After two years of hiatus for many cities, this June offers the return of in-person Pride celebrations for many Canadians to enjoy across the U.S.

June Muenzer Joins Star Clippers as Business Development Executive for Northeast

Star Clippers has appointed experienced travel industry veteran, June Muenzer, to the role of Business Development Executive for the Northeast region.

VIDEOTORIAL: Hyatt Ziva Riviera Cancun - All-inclusive for all ages

Set on the crystal-clear Caribbean Sea in the distinguished region of Riviera Cancun in Mexico is an all-inclusive resort for all ages, bearing Hyatt’s renowned and trusted name.

Choice Hotels Canada promotes two as national directors

Choice Hotels Canada is bolstering its franchise support and development growth with the promotions of two long-standing corporate head office employees - Graham Marsh and Rob Alldred.

What's new in The Bahamas in June

The first day of summer is on the horizon, and the energy of The Islands of The Bahamas will be rejuvenated by a calendar full of beloved cultural events.

Explora Journeys celebrates milestone with float out of EXPLORA I

On Monday (May 30), Explora Journeys celebrated another important milestone in the construction of EXPLORA I with the float out ceremony held at the Fincantieri shipyard in Monfalcone, Italy. This is the first of four ships from the luxury ocean travel brand with EXPLORA I set to be delivered in just 12 months at the end of May 2023.

IN CASE YOU MISSED IT

Federal government extends border measures through June 30

According to a tweet Tuesday morning (May 31) by Health Canada and the Public Health Agency of Canada, the federal COVID-19 restrictions at the border are being extended until at least June 30.

ACTA to hold Advocacy Townhall June 20

The Association of Canadian Travel Agencies (ACTA) will host an Advocacy Townhall (English) on June 20, 2022, from 1-2 PM ET, with guest presenter and senior accountant Mike Libbey who will discuss ways that independent travel agents can organize their business to manage risk from future emergency events.

Over 295,000 NEXUS applications pending

According to a recent report by the Canadian Press, while applicants fell sharply during the pandemic, Canada's Nexus application backlog ballooned into the hundreds of thousands, prompting blowback from frustrated travellers as airports remain congested.