Novascotia.com Launches New Nova Scotia Map Tool
Halifax, Nova Scotia -- Planning a Nova Scotia vacation just became even easier with the launch of a new Nova Scotia map tool on novascotia.com.
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Online Revealed Canada Introduces Co-Chairs and Advisory Board for the April 2009 Internet Travel Marketing Conference
Online Revealed Canada, the 4th annual internet marketing strategy conference being held in Niagara Falls this April 13-15, 2009, announces Co-chairs and Advisory Board comprised of travel and tourism industry web marketing experts.
Brilliant Idea: Edmonton’s Winter Light Festival
Edmonton, Alberta —Winter Light Festival producer Pamela Anthony had a brilliant idea: to base an Edmonton Winter Festival on the theme of light! "I noticed how bright the river valley is, with the snow, and how beautiful the stars are," she says. "There's also a lot of light in the spirit of the community. During the summer, our vibrant festival culture shows that we're the kind of people who gather together and celebrate."
Shaw Festival Tickets Box Office Opens for 2009 Season
Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ontario -- January 16, 2009 -- The Shaw Festival Tickets Box Office is now accepting telephone and in-person orders from the general public for the 2009 season. Fax, online and mail orders began on January 5.
Halifax, Nova Scotia Celebrates Food and Wine during Month-long Savour Festival
Savour Food & Wine Month kicks off in Halifax, Nova Scotia on February 1st bringing with it rare wine tastings, chef-for-a-day experiences, cooking classes, prix-fixe menus, and winery tours, to name a few of the events. Throughout the month, restaurants, wineries and vineyards across the province will celebrate its vast culinary offerings, from locally grown and created dishes to international delicacies, and the fast-growing, award-winning Nova Scotia wine industry.
Carly Hall has been appointed as Hotel Manager at Black Rock Oceanfront Resort
A long-time Tofino resident, Hall brings a wealth of industry experience and an extensive knowledge about the area to her position. A graduate of the prestigious Hotel & Food Administration Co-operative Program at the University of Guelph, Hall started her hospitality career at Tofino’s Middle Beach Lodge before moving to spend six years at the Long Beach Lodge Resort where she was most recently general manager for the four- star luxury resort. In July, Hall was hired by Boutique Hotels & Resorts as the director of operations for Black Rock Oceanfront Resort. Hall was offered this new position following the recent promotion of Diane Mombourquette to vice president and chief financial officer for Boutique Hotels & Resorts of British Columbia.
Canada: CTC’s new Global Tourism Watch survey is out, plus a detailed report on the meetings and conventions travel sector.
Think of it as a holiday present to help grow your business revenues in 2009! There is a wealth of information in several new reports the Canadian Tourism Commission (CTC)'s Research Department has just released.
New Niagara Falls Winter Packages are the Perfect Antidote to the Cold
18 December 2008 -- Niagara Falls, Ontario -- With a new array of Niagara Falls winter packages, there's a getaway designed for just about everyone in search of a winter break—family fun and romantic retreats, adventurous Niagara attractions and fireside relaxation, indoor waterparks and fallsview Jacuzzis.
Edmonton Tourism announces New Year’s Eve Events around Town
18 December 2008 -- Edmonton, Alberta -- The city ofEdmonton, Alberta will ring in 2009 at a variety of entertainment venues for all ages. The city will host a free, family friendly Edmonton New Year's Eve Downtown on and around Sir Winston Churchill Square starting at 7:30 p.m. Activities will include live entertainment, horse and wagon rides, skating outside City Hall, and hot chocolate.
Food & Wine Events Showcase Nova Scotia Restaurants from February 1 – March 1, 2009
December 17, 2008 -- Halifax, Nova Scotia -- One of the busiest seasons for Nova Scotia restaurants happens this winter with major events showcasing this province's food and wine. The 5th annual Savour Food and Wine event and the Nova Scotia Icewine Festival are among the events highlighting Nova Scotia's unique culinary experiences.
Hotel Internet Marketing Company Goes North to Canada
Jacksonville, FL | VIZERGYInternet marketing, Web site design and reservations services for hotels and resorts, is creating a stronghold in Canada after signing a deal with Montreal's Tidan Hospitality Group. Tidan will use VIZERGY's Web site design, search engine marketing and SECURE-RESCanada, a primary goal.
Niagara Falls Tourism Announces the Launch of a New Blog Featuring “Mr. Niagara”
Niagara Falls, Ontario—Niagara Falls is a romantic and thrilling destination. Some people, like Niagara native George Bailey, might even say it's magical. Endearingly referred to as "Mr. Niagara," George Bailey is soon to be the personality behind Niagara Falls Tourism's new Blog.
Nova Scotia Events this Halloween Offer Trick and Treats around the Maritime Province
Halifax, Nova Scotia — As Nova Scotia events go, Halloween takes full advantage of its season. From pumpkin fests to haunted houses, fall in Nova Scotia lends a perfect backdrop to all the scary places and fun activities for trick-or-treaters of all ages.