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Mandatory temperature checks for Canadian airline passengers are on the way. I also have news on a June 15 phase one re-opening for The Bahamas and a July 1st opening for Bermuda tourism, as well as reports on new marketing campaigns for Tahiti and Greater Palm Springs. My Future of Travel blog for Friday, June 12.   BAHAMAS PHASE ONE RE-OPENING IS JUNE 15 The Bahamas Ministry of Tourism & Aviation has announced the destination will begin Phase 1 of the Tourism Readiness and Recovery Plan on Monday, June 15, which welcomes international boaters, yachters and private aviation back to Bahamian Read more

Orlando has opened many of its theme parks and attractions, including restaurants. Here’s a look at how it’s working. I also have news on new health and safety plans from WestJet, and also from The World Travel and Tourism Council  I also have news about DIsney Cruise cancellations and more. HOW ORLANDO HAS RE-OPENED Orlando is America’s favorite destination – as shown by Expedia data to be the most-searched destination for a vacation from July through December – and is now welcoming visitors with new expanded safety measures.  Many attractions, hotels and restaurants are now open, with more added daily, and all major theme parks have now scheduled reopening dates in the coming weeks. The reopened businesses include enhanced safety procedures that ensure existing guidelines from CDC and health officials are followed, as well as many additional measures and formal programs from the industry’s most trusted brands.  “Our Read more

Air France says it’s re-instating flights from France to cities around the world, including some in North America. Sunwing, meanwhile, will launch its Canadian domestic service again this summer. The province of British Columbia and the Caribbean island of Aruba also are opening up for visitors. I’ve also got news on British tourism and United States cruises. Oh, and a crazy quote from the head of the Dubai Airport that will make you think twice about flying any time soon. Here’s my May 19 Future of Travel report. SUNWING CANADIAN DOMESTIC SERVICE FOR 2020 Seeing the great sights of Canada Read more

For today’s Future of Travel blog, I take a look at where Canadians would like to travel once we can move around a little more. I’ve also got details of a new health and safety program from Accor Hotels, and also from AIr Canada. In addition, check out the great deal for the fabulous Fairmont Royal York in Toronto. Where Canadians Want to Go  The folks at Booking.com recently surveyed Canadians about where they’d like to visit when travel restrictions are lifted. It’s no surprise to see domestic travel is top of mind for consumers, with more than half (51%) Read more