ThinkOttawa ambassador program launched to increase international event business

by Don Douloff

OTTAWA — Ottawa Tourism, Shaw Centre and Invest Ottawa are partnering to launch ThinkOttawa, a program aimed at bringing more conferences and conventions to Canada’s capital through the creation of local ambassadors. In addition to attracting potential ambassadors, the ThinkOttawa program also offers support services to help win and deliver events across the city. The program asks potential … Read More about ThinkOttawa ambassador program launched to increase international event business

United Airlines introduces meeting portal

by Don Douloff

CHICAGO — United Airlines has introduced its United Meetings portal that’s designed to help planners better manage attendees’ travel. Enhancements include discounts accessible in one business day, instant amenity redemption and personalized reports. Available on the airline’s business site, United Jetstream, the new portal enables planners to make a request and receive flexible discounts for … Read More about United Airlines introduces meeting portal

Edmonton Convention Centre awarded sustainability certification

by Don Douloff

EDMONTON—ASTM International and iCompli, a division of BPA Worldwide, have awarded the Edmonton Convention Centre with Level One recertification in the ASTM (American Society for Testing and Materials) Environmentally Sustainable Meetings Standards. The facility is one of only five Canadian venues to be certified to the ASTM standard pertaining to the evaluation and selection of venues for … Read More about Edmonton Convention Centre awarded sustainability certification

Global DMC adopts virtual and augmented reality technology

by Don Douloff

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Global DMC Partners has teamed up with software company Balti Virtual, which designs augmented and virtual reality experiences. To launch the partnership, Global DMC Partners is debuting its augmented reality brand mascot, Global Girl, who’s known as ‘G.G.’ “AR and VR can help planners take their events to the next level and increase attendee engagement,” said Global DMC … Read More about Global DMC adopts virtual and augmented reality technology

Porter launching summer service to Ontario cottage country

by Don Douloff

TORONTO — Porter Airlines is launching summer service to Ontario’s Muskoka cottage country. Flights will operate twice weekly, on Thursdays and Mondays, between Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport and Muskoka Airport, near Bracebridge, Ont., from June 27 to Sept. 3. Flights will have an airtime of approximately 20 minutes and connecting flights will be available via Toronto for Porter … Read More about Porter launching summer service to Ontario cottage country

Restaurant Spotlight: Black Angus Steakhouse, Toronto

by Don Douloff

           THE HISTORY Black Angus Steakhouse opened in 1964 in the then-emerging Kingsway neighbourhood, in west-end Toronto. An intimate, 70-seat space, the original restaurant featured open hardwood and charcoal grills, which quickly became its signature. The restaurant was also instrumental in introducing Toronto to Certified Angus Beef. In 2012, new owners took over and undertook a … Read More about Restaurant Spotlight: Black Angus Steakhouse, Toronto

Convention centre set to open in South Korea

by Don Douloff

SUWON, SOUTH KOREA — A convention centre is set to open tomorrow in Suwon, South Korea, with the goal of increasing the city’s desirability as a MICE destination. Suwon Convention Center (SCC) comprises a seven-storey convention building and plaza, which features extensive surrounding infrastructure. The building’s seven levels include two floors below street level and five above-ground floors … Read More about Convention centre set to open in South Korea

Residence Inn by Marriott opens in downtown Calgary

by Don Douloff

CALGARY — Residence Inn by Marriott has opened in downtown Calgary, the largest property in the brand’s portfolio. The 33-storey, 390-suite Residence Inn Calgary Downtown/Beltline District features design elements, including floor-to-ceiling murals and cowboy boot stitching incorporated into all guestroom bed headboards, which pay homage to Calgary’s western history. Studio and one-bedroom … Read More about Residence Inn by Marriott opens in downtown Calgary

Whistler sommelier places in top three at B.C. competition

by Don Douloff

VANCOUVER — Leagh Barkley, wine director at Il Caminetto contemporary Italian restaurant, in Whistler, B.C., was named one of the province’s top three sommeliers at the B.C. Sommelier of the Year competition hosted by the Canadian Association of Professional Sommeliers British Columbia Chapter (CAPS B.C.) earlier this year. “It has been a long road leading up to this day and so rewarding to be … Read More about Whistler sommelier places in top three at B.C. competition

Hilton to launch Embassy Suites in Aruba in 2021

by Don Douloff

MCLEAN, Va. — Hilton plans to debut the upscale, all-suite Embassy Suites by Hilton brand in Aruba in 2021. The new-build, 330-suite oceanfront Embassy Suites by Hilton Aruba Resort marks Hilton’s second hotel on the island and continues the company’s expansion in the Caribbean. To be located across from Eagle Beach, the eight-storey, 330-suite resort will feature the brand’s signature … Read More about Hilton to launch Embassy Suites in Aruba in 2021

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