This is a remarkably diverse country we have here in Canada; with wide oceans and pristine mountain lakes and a rich cultural heritage. Here’s a list of some great activities and sights you can find across the country this summer. WATERTON LAKES N.P., ALBERTA This province is justifiably famous for its brilliant national parks, the best known being Banff and Jasper. They’re both awesome, but also can be packed with tourists. Authorities were turning folks away from Lake Louise in recent days, insisting that only folks with hotel reservations could use the crowded roads. Less crowded but just as striking Read more
March 2023
The number of air passenger complaints to Canada’s transport regulator has more than tripled over the past year, soaring past 42,000 as of this month, Canadian Press reports. Complaints totalled about 13,400 as of March 31, 2022, before skyrocketing to unprecedented highs in the ensuing 12 months, according to Canadian Transportation Agency reports. They hit 36,000 in late January, and rose by another 17 per cent since then. Ottawa recently announced $75.9 million in new funding to help deal with the backlog. Canadian Press reports another $11 million was given to the CTA last year, and that the number of Read more
Tahiti Tourisme is excited to announce the launch of the destination’s global Treasure Every Moment campaign. With a series of cinematic videos translated into six languages, the campaign takes viewers on a dazzling and immersive visit to The Islands of Tahiti, showcasing the destination’s local life, sustainability, an incredible range of activities, and diverse landscapes. The Treasure Every Moment campaign will introduce viewers to a side of The Islands of Tahiti that many haven’t seen, beyond the overwater bungalows of Bora Bora and into the heart of the destination. Whilst romance, exceptional hotels, and crystal clear waters remain in abundance Read more
The Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) and U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) are delivering on their commitment to reopen all NEXUS enrolment centres in Canadian airports by Spring 2023. Officials said this will both expand the program’s capacity and help the thousands of travellers who request NEXUS memberships each month get their cards faster. Beginning today, travellers can book interviews at the following airports, with interview start dates listed below: March 27 Halifax Stanfield International Airport (YHZ) Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson International Airport (YWG) April 3 Vancouver International Airport (YVR) April 12 Calgary International Airport (YYC) Edmonton International Read more
On the first day of spring, Newfoundland and Labrador tourism officials have unveiled the Newfoundland & Labrador ‘Mindset’; a collection of mindfulness cards that invite Canadians to spend a moment in Newfoundland and Labrador. “As you know, we have a unique way of life here, making the most of every moment, as it comes. Like the rolling waves of our coastline, we’ve learned to take lessons from the wind and the tide: life comes with a rhythm that will speak to you – if you take the time to listen. The Newfoundland & Labrador MindSet brings these lessons beyond our Read more
