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TORONTO TOURISM BY THE NUMBERS
Toronto welcomed 10 million overnight visitors in 2009, according to Tourism Toronto’s initial estimates for the year. Toronto retained its 10th place ranking in occupancy performance among North America’s top 28 cities. In the 12 months of 2009, Toronto hotels’ Average Occupancy* was 62.3 per cent, down from 67.6 per cent in 2008. In addition, Toronto retained its 8th place ranking in Average Daily Room Rate, within that same group of 28 cities. Most visitors come from Canada; other important markets include the U.S., Britain, and Germany.
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| EXPEDIA OFFERS AGENTS AN IN |
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Expedia announces launch of Travel Agent Affiliate Program; begins Feb. 3, 2010; agents can now earn commission; sign up free before Mar. 31
Yesterday, Expedia announced the launch of its Travel Agent Affiliate Program (TAAP) in Canada. The program was first launched in Italy in 2002 and has expanded to the U.K., France, Germany and now Canada. Now, Canadian travel agents can gain direct access to Expedia’s global inventory and earn a commission on flights, hotels, tailor-made packages, car rentals, insurance and activities. To become a member of the program, travel agents can register online at Expedia.ca. As a TAAP member, agents will have direct access to Expedia’s global inventory and can use the search engine to check the availability of hotel rooms, flights, and more to make bookings in real time. Keep reading for more news.
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| AVIAREPS TO PROMOTE ECUADOR IN CANADA |
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Ecuador Tourist Board expands marketing activities to Canada; Reggie Kieda of AVIAREPS is representative
The Ecuador Tourist Board is expanding its marketing activities to Canada and the United States, choosing AVIAREPS as its representative. In Canada, the contact is Reggie Kieda, who will foster travel relationships, participate in tourism trade fairs and media campaigns to promote Ecuadorian culture and natural diversity. About one million international tourists visit Ecuador yearly, with the majority coming from North America. By 2014, the country aims to reach the mark of 1.5 million visitors globally. That is why the Ecuador Tourist Board is now concentrating on the key markets in the United States and Canada to attract as many travellers as possible to visit the destination.
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| FIRST ROUND OF VOTING ALMOST OVER |
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TRAVELHotNews.com Awards of Merit -
first round of voting will end on Feb. 9; don’t forget to cast your vote today!
TRAVELHotNews.com has announced that the first round of voting for the Awards of Merit 2009 will now end on February 9. Once the first round of voting has ended, the second round of voting will commence, giving you a chance to make sure your voice is heard. Don’t let the winner be chosen without your say. Help us narrow down the contestants. Show your support for your favourite tourist board, travel agency, representative, personality of the year and more. All you have to do to cast your vote is submit a comment on your favourite entry - it's that easy. Click here to vote today! Don’t forget, the first round of voting now continues until Feb. 9, 2010.
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| GET WARM WITH CAYMAN CONTEST |
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Cayman Islands launches “That’s So Cold!” photo contest; part of “Get Warm” campaign
The Cayman Islands wants Canadians to warm up this winter with a “That’s So Cold!” photo contest. This contest is part of a new “Get Warm” campaign. The trio of western Caribbean islands is challenging North Americans to take their best “cold” photo for a chance to win a luxury trip for four to Grand Cayman. The top ten images will be voted on to establish the winner. Contestants can use a “Get More Votes” tab to email to friends or post on social media sites like Facebook and Twitter. Voting closes on March 10, 2010. How can your clients enter the contest? Click to find out.
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| GOWAY HITS 40 WITH NEW CONTEST |
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Goway announces their 40-trip giveaway to celebrate 40th anniversary; travel agents invited to enter
This year, Goway celebrates its 40th anniversary. To thank everyone for its support over the years, Goway is giving away 40 trips for two to the destinations in which they specialize. The total value of these trips exceeds $250,000, by far “the biggest trip giveaway that we know of”, said Bruce Hodge, the founder and President of Goway. Travel agents are invited to participate in the competition. If you enter, you will receive a $40 credit for your next booking with Goway.
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| KOREA TOURISM LOOKS AHEAD |
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Korea sees visitation increase by 5 per cent from Canada in 2009; expect numbers to rise in 2010
The Korea Tourism Organization (KTO) reports positive results for 2009, with statistics showing an approximate increase in Canadian visitors of 5 per cent when compared to 2008. This year, the arrival figures are poised to grow further as capacity is added on direct flights with Korean Airlines and Air Canada. The KTO hopes to surpass the $10 billion mark in tourism revenue this year, and seeks to attract 8.5 million foreign tourists through the several events to come. What are they? Keep reading to find out.
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V.COM ADDS PREFERRED SUPPLIER
Vacation.com has added a new Preferred Supplier: American Canadian Caribbean Line (ACCL), a Warren, R.I.-based company that specializes in small-ship cruising. Family operated for more than four decades, ACCL features 25 itineraries to Central and South America, the Caribbean, Atlantic Coast, Great Lakes, Mississippi River, Erie Canal and St. Lawrence Seaway. The ships are designed to navigate shallow waters, holding no more than 96 guests aboard. ACCL also offers a ‘Bring Your Own Bottle’ liquor policy, allowing your clients to save money.
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