News & Trends
Stats say Canadians are ready to spend big on their next vacation
American Express Travel released its 2024 Global Travel Trends Report, highlighting the inspiration and trends driving global travel bookings this year. The report reveals that Canadians rank as the second highest global market for anticipated average trip spend and are prioritizing spontaneous, bucket list, and once-in-a-lifetime vacations. A summary of the Canadian findings from the American Express Travel 2024 Global
30 female-led tours that celebrate International Women’s Day
According to data from the World Travel and Tourism Council (WTTC) data, women in tourism comprise a significant portion of the sector’s workforce, accounting for nearly 40 per cent of the total employment. This marks a substantial increase from 2010 to 2019, highlighting a 24 per cent surge in direct female employment within the sector, increasing from 38.6 million to
Almost half of young Canadians are taking “bizcations”
In its Vacation Confidence Study, Allianz Global Assistance reports that Canadian professionals aged 18-34, are leading the rise in the bizcation trend with a growing desire to blend remote work and vacations. The study revealed that almost half (47 per cent) of young professionals plan to work remotely while travelling in 2024. Bizcations are an emerging trend in the workplace,
An expedition yacht with 6 suites arrives in the Galapagos
Conservation-led luxury travel company &Beyond has announced the extension of its South America portfolio with the launch of an expedition yacht in the Galapagos Islands. Named the &Beyond Galapagos Explorer, the 38 m (124 ft) yacht will operate on two 7-night routes in the east and west of the famed Galapagos Islands. Boasting just six suites and cabins, the yacht
Here’s why getting a Canadian passport might take a little longer
In the winter months, Service Canada has traditionally experienced spikes in demand for passport services. As Canadians plan for March break travel or other winter getaways, they may be experiencing longer queues for in-person service at passport offices. “Passport offices are often busy at this time of the year as people consider warm and sunny getaways, which can sometimes lead
Travel to Europe is almost at pre-pandemic levels
Towards the end of 2023, European tourism continued its robust recovery, nearing pre-pandemic levels despite inflationary pressures. Across reporting destinations, foreign tourist arrivals stand at 1.6 per cent below 2019 figures, with nights 0.6 per cent below, showcasing a resilient travel demand across the continent – a trend which is expected to continue into 2024. This is according to the latest edition of the ‘European Tourism Trends &
