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Tuesday, September 12, 2023
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H.I.S.-Red Label Vacations Inc. has announced executive promotions. Diane Lattavo has been named chief air commercial officer, while Sam Youssef takes the role of SVP, marketing and partnerships. Elvi Cal is now SVP, product and commercial, while Mike Miljak returns as chief information officer. Domenic Maggi, senior director of IT Operations, will oversee all IT departments.
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The last time we visited Margaritaville Island Reserve Cap Cana, we unpacked a parrot-peppered world of margarita popsicles, floating taco bars and flip-flops. All of that still stands, except now, returning to this flamboyant property more than one year later, there are dedicated sections for adults and families. Here's PAX's latest report from the Jimmy Buffett-inspired paradise, where salty rims and live music rules.
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The internet is furious and Jann Arden is unhappy after Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre made a short speech on board a WestJet flight Sunday evening (Sept. 10). The campaign-style address Poilievre delivered was on board a flight that WestJet added to carry people attending a Conservative Party convention in Quebec City, it was later revealed. Singer Jann Arden, meanwhile, isn't happy.
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Nexion Travel Group-Canada has announced the winner of its Rising Star of 2023 award for travel advisors, recognizing the achievements and dedication of Sheila Gnish of Flowers Cove, NB. The award, presented annually at Nexion’s conference CoNexion, honours an exceptional new Nexion member whose sales and engagement set the individual’s career off to a promising start.
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Slot machines and computer screens were shut down at select hotels run by MGM Resorts International across the U.S. on Monday (Sept. 11) due to glitches caused by a “cybersecurity issue.” The incident began Sunday (Sept. 10), impacting reservation systems and casino floors in Las Vegas and beyond.
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In 2024, Cosmos is inviting solo travellers to enjoy "so low" pricing by waiving the single supplement on select North America and Europe tours. According to a recent “Wish List” survey facilitated by the Globus, 24 per cent of 10,000 respondents said they’re planning a solo trip in 2024.
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Collette is giving travel advisors exclusive presale access to its fall flash sale. The presale runs until Sept. 17, 2023, preluding the public sale from Sept. 18-25, 2023. Travellers can save up to 15 per cent during this window when they book a Collette tour to Europe and North America. Conditions apply.
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Tourism in the Bahamas outpaced projections for the first seven months of 2023, with the destination recording more than 5.89 million arrivals from January through the end of July, according to the country’s Ministry of Tourism, Investments and Aviation. Current tourism performance puts the destination on its way to closing out the year at eight million-plus visitors, the ministry says.
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Direct Travel has named Allianz Global Assistance (Allianz) as its official travel insurance partner to offer products and assistance services, including trip cancellation, trip interruption and medical coverage.
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Emerald Cruises has a new collection of luxury yacht cruises available through April 2026 aboard their twin, 100-guest Emerald Azzurra and Emerald Sakara luxury vessels, including a brand-new destination—the Indian Ocean and Seychelles.
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IN CASE YOU MISSED IT
The Cuba Tourist Board is offering travel advisors the opportunity to take part in two FAMs running from Oct. 17-24, 2023. One trip uncovers hidden gems of Eastern Cuba, including Holguin, Bayamo, Santiago de Cuba and Baracoa, while the other explores the new destinations of Paredon Grande & Cayo Cruz, combined with the colonial beauty of Trinidad.
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Bold-faced names from the travel industry gathered on Thursday (Sept. 7) in support of the SickKids Foundation, raising a total of $300,000, at TravelBrands' annual Charity Golf Classic. PAX, which was a sponsor, was there to capture moments from the event and interview Nathalie Tanious, TravelBrands' new CEO, who said the company is enhancing its platforms for travel advisors.
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Unifor is fighting Air Canada's decision to lay off more than 50 Jazz members in Newfoundland and Labrador as the airline makes changes to its services in Gander, Happy Valley-Goose Bay and Deer Lake. Starting Nov. 1, PAL Airlines will be the new service provider under the Air Canada Express banner, and not solely Halifax-based Jazz Aviation, which currently holds the contract.
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