Here are some of the most rewarding experiences to have in Israel
For a relatively small country, Israel punches above its weight when it comes to the diversity of the experiences on offer. However, unlike Canada, it’s possible to drive from one end of Israel to the other in only eight hours — not that anyone would since there’s so much to see along the way. Whether […]
Five new hotels and resorts you should know about
Checking out the latest hotel and resort news from fresh renovations to brand new and upcoming properties ready to welcome you. Qasr Al Sarab Desert Resort by Anantara The desert oasis of Qasr Al Sarab Desert Resort by Anantara in the United Arab Emirates is now offering travellers the chance to stay amid the dunes […]
Meet the tour operators offering incredible wildlife encounters in Manitoba
Travel Manitoba says tourists can see some pretty impressive critters in the northern part of Manitoba and much farther south as well. The tourism promotion body’s Karin Schreiber told delegates at Rendez-vous Canada 2023 that those visiting the northern Manitoba community of Churchill can spot polar bears in a destination that bills itself as The […]
Here’s where you can hike the highest sea cliff in Europe
Hornelen Via Ferrata is a new and spectacular via ferrata up the highest sea cliff in Europe that offers stunning views of Norway’s coast. Hornelen is located on the island of Bremangerlandet in Nordfjord, north of the Sognefjord and south of the city of Ålesund. From the top (860 metres above sea level) there is […]
Celebrity Cruises adds new stops to private island paradise
Celebrity Cruises has revamped its Caribbean program for the summer 2024 season. Starting next April, the Celebrity BeyondSM and Celebrity Reflection will sail to the Caribbean. Not only does the new program double the brand’s number of year-round Caribbean sailings and introduces the first weekend itineraries, but both ships will now offer guests with the exciting opportunity […]
Baring it all in Baden-Baden at the Friedrichsbad bath house
by Ann Ruppenstein Not one to shy away from immersing myself in the real local culture firsthand, I decided to suck it up for the authentic experience. To be or not to be naked, that is the question. I’m in Baden-Baden, Germany, one of the UNESCO-listed Great Spa Towns of Europe, faced with the decision […]
Two bespoke sleep hotels open in Australia and Taiwan
Two new sleep hotels, operated by Emma — The Sleep Company have opened in Sydney, Australia and Taipei, Taiwan. As more travellers seek out a truly restful experience during their vacation, these unique hotels provide a revolutionary travel experience on two different continents. Sleep tourism on the rise Sleep has become a recurring topic of […]
Cruise line adds 10 new Asian countries for 2024-2025 sailings
Holland America Line’s 2024-2025 Asia season includes departures from Hong Kong, China; Yokohama (Tokyo), Japan; and Singapore to some of the most exciting cities across 10 countries, with a strong focus on Japan. Noordam will sail a series of nine different 14-day itineraries that travel around Cambodia, Indonesia, Japan, the Philippines, South Korea, Taiwan, Thailand and […]
This Canadian airline is now flying non-stop from Vancouver to Singapore
Air Canada has added non-stop flights between its trans-Pacific hub at Vancouver International Airport (YVR) and Singapore’s Changi International Airport (SIN). The new route will operate four times weekly beginning April 3, 2024*, onboard Air Canada’s flagship Dreamliner fleet. Seats are available for purchase now at aircanada.com, via the Air Canada App, Air Canada’s Contact Centres, […]
Hyatt brand debuts in Italy with Thompson Rome
Expected to open by mid-2024 in the heart of the Italian capital, Thompson Rome is a 70-room luxury lifestyle hotel that will be the brand’s second property in Europe, joining Thompson Madrid, which opened in 2022, and the previously announced Thompson Vienna, which is slated to join the portfolio in 2025. The Thompson Hotels brand […]