An interesting article in the Globe and Mail today that indicates since 2001, the number of day trips that Americans have taken to Canada has decreased by almost 70 per cent. That’s a huge change and one that is affecting all tourist based businesses in Canada particularly border attractions.
According to the article:
And it could get [...]

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Parks Canada will be holding a special symposium at Ingonish, Nova Scotia (Cape Breton Highlands National Park) to discuss and celebrate storied golf course designer Stanley Thompson. Among other masterpieces like Jasper Park Lodge Golf Club and Banff Springs Golf Club, Thompson also designed the wonderful Highlands Links Golf Course in Ingonish that is still [...]

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It’s been a tough summer for tourism-based businesses in Canada this summer with visitor numbers down across the board.
Many lay blame to a strong Canadian dollar (especially compared with the USA), high oil prices and a sputtering global economy. Officials from Canada’s three largest cities – Toronto, Montreal and Vancouver suggest they are all down [...]

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Interesting story today about how Air Canada is launching a new service for travellers stranded at destinations beyond the airline’s control.
Ben Smith, Air Canada’s chief commercial officer, said the new service will help customers get on their way more quickly and smoothly when disruptions occur.
“We know how frustrating it can be when travel plans are [...]

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