Meredith Vieira has been all over the world in her role as a reporter, but her visit on the Avalon View from Avalon Waterways was her first trip on a cruise ship. Vieira (see my ship christening story) said she’s a little frightened of water, but loved being on a river where she could clearly see land. “I would definitely do this again,” she told a group of journalists the day after the christening. “You can make it whatever you want, and they help make it whatever you want.” “I didn’t realize how emotional I would get,” Vieira said. “I Read more
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It’s tricky when you invite someone who’s afraid of the water to get on board a ship. It’s especially unusual to ask that person to christen the ship, become the ship’s godmother, and then take a four-day cruise. But everything went according to plan this week when television star and journalist Meredith Vieira christened the newest “suite ship” in the Avalon Waterways fleet. (See short video here) Vieira handled the honors with aplomb in Bratislava, Slovakia on Tuesday, and with a bit of emotion to boot, cutting a long cord with a pair of scissors and sending a bottle of Read more
NYC & Company, New York City’s official destination marketing organization and convention and visitors bureau, unveiled 22 Reasons to Visit NYC in 2022, spotlighting experiences for New Yorkers, visitors and meeting delegates to enjoy in the five boroughs this year. This includes new and upcoming developments and openings as well as New York City classics, with hotels, attractions, arts and culture, infrastructure, dining, Broadway and more. “New York City is known for constant renewal and reinvention. In honor of 2022, we’re pleased to share 22 reasons to visit NYC this year, with this new resource highlighting just a few of the Read more
Destination Toronto, in partnership with Destination Canada are proud participants in an upcoming episode of ABC’s “The Bachelor.” The episode will feature the diverse and dynamic city of Toronto, Canada as home for the week for the newest Bachelor, Clayton Echard and the remaining women vying for his heart. This episode of “The Bachelor,” currently in its 26th season, is scheduled to air Monday February 7, at 8/7c, on ABC. Echard, who was first introduced as one of Michelle Young’s suitors in season 18 of “The Bachelorette,” not only connects romantically with the captivating Minneapolis school teacher but is also a favorite of Michelle’s middle school students. Ultimately, Read more
A great Mrs. Maisel tour. Amazing food. And a gorgeous day in Central Park. I was in New York City recently for travel meetings that were part of a great, annual event called International Media Marketplace. Always enjoy meeting with tourism folks and getting new ideas for stories, so thank you to everyone who took the time for a talk. And thanks to Destination Canada and Visit California for great evening receptions, too! I don’t want to go to NYC for just meetings, so we usually stay the weekend after IMM and do some walking about and touring. This year, Read more
