British Columbia

Centerplate at BC Place Receives Top Sports Venue Award

The onsite hospitality team at Vancouver's BC Place is this year's winner of the Best Sports Venue Award from Centerplate, a catering and hospitality services provider with more than 100 sports venue partners across North America and the United Kingdom. Led by general manager Paul McArdle and executive chef William Tse, the team set new sales and profitability records in 2017 while dishing up … Read More about Centerplate at BC Place Receives Top Sports Venue Award

Thompson Okanagan Receives Biosphere Destination Certificate

The International Responsible Tourism Institute (RTI) has announced that the Thompson Okanagan Region is the first destination in the Americas to earn the Biosphere Destination certification. Only 20 destinations globally have earned the certificate. The certification recognizes the quality, environmental sustainability and social responsibility of the region as a tourism … Read More about Thompson Okanagan Receives Biosphere Destination Certificate

Spirit Ridge at Nk’Mip Resort Joining Unbound Collection

Spirit Ridge at Nk'Mip Resort will be the first Canadian property to join The Unbound Collection by Hyatt, a portfolio of up-scale properties offering unique, story-worthy stay experiences. Hyatt Hotels Corporation announced on October 19, 2017 that it had entered into a franchise agreement with Spirit Ridge Owners Association. The 10-year-old resort will officially join the Unbound … Read More about Spirit Ridge at Nk’Mip Resort Joining Unbound Collection

Fairmont Empress Restoration Complete

The two-year, $60-million restoration of the Fairmont Empress is now complete. The iconic Victoria property, which was named in honour of Queen Victoria, will celebrate its official Grand Opening on June 28. The restoration's final phase included:  a renovated health club and pool; refreshed Willow Stream Spa with an expanded lounge, updated reception and revitalized retail area; 229 … Read More about Fairmont Empress Restoration Complete

Your business vision, Sun Peaks’ views

by Sponsored Content

Sun Peaks is a resort community located 45 minutes from Kamloops, in BC’s interior. Known for it’s stress-free mountain experience, the charming, pedestrian village includes 9 hotels and lodges, and over 40 locally-owned shops and restaurants. Sun Peaks is Canada’s second largest ski area with 4,270 acres of diverse ski terrain. But, it is not just for winter enthusiasts. Sun Peaks has … Read More about Your business vision, Sun Peaks’ views

Whistler Welcoming Canada’s First Pod Hotel in 2018

Pangea Pod Hotel, an accommodation concept that fills the void between hostels and hotels, is set to open in Whistler, B.C.'s pedestrian village next April. "Pangea is unlike anything else offered in Canada. Pangea will speak to sophisticated, value-conscious guests unwilling to compromise on location, function and aesthetics," says co-founder Russel King. "We're currently obsessively … Read More about Whistler Welcoming Canada’s First Pod Hotel in 2018

Campbell River Comfort Inn Receives Top Choice Hotels Honour

The Comfort Inn & Suites in Campbell River, BC, received the International Hotel of the Year Award for the Comfort brand at Choice Hotels International's 63rd  annual convention in Las Vegas. Partner and general manager Jonathan Shead was on hand to receive the award in recognition of his team's superior customer service and operational excellence. Choice Hotels' International Hotel of the … Read More about Campbell River Comfort Inn Receives Top Choice Hotels Honour

WestJet Grows Abbotsford Service

WestJet launched  its new non-stop service between Abbotsford and Winnipeg on Sunday. With the launch, it becomes the largest carrier operating out of Winnipeg this summer with 51 per cent of total available seats. In addition, it increased the frequency of its Abbotsford-Edmonton route from 13 to 20 weekly flights. As of today (May 1, 2017), WestJet will operate 60 weekly departures from … Read More about WestJet Grows Abbotsford Service

10 Ways Kelowna has Changed in the Last 10 Years

by TOURISM KELOWNA

Considering the city’s population has grown by nearly 20% in the last 10 years, it’s no wonder the lakeside city of Kelowna has changed as much as it has. A blossoming tech sector, revitalized downtown, changing infrastructure, an acclaimed university, a surge in housing development—these are all features of a city that is rapidly expanding in ways its residents never imagined. With more large … Read More about 10 Ways Kelowna has Changed in the Last 10 Years

Doubletree by Hilton Opens First Property on Vancouver Island

The DoubleTree by Hilton brand has entered the Vancouver Island market with the opening of the DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel & Suites Victoria. The 181-room property, previously the Executive House Hotel, has had a comprehensive multi-million dollar renovation that included a complete redesign of the lobby, public space and guest rooms. "DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel & Suites Victoria … Read More about Doubletree by Hilton Opens First Property on Vancouver Island

Air Canada Expands Direct Service to Australia

As part of its strategic international expansion, Air Canada is launching a non-stop service between Brisbane, Australia and Vancouver, British Columbia, starting June 17, 2016. The airline currently offers year-round, daily non-stop flights to Sydney, Australia. The Vancouver-Brisbane service will be offered three times a week aboard the carrier's state-of-the-art Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner … Read More about Air Canada Expands Direct Service to Australia

Delta Victoria Wins Top Delta Honour

The Delta Victoria Ocean Pointe Resort and Spa is the 2014 recipient of Delta Hotels and Resorts' Managed Hotel of the Year Award, an honour given annually to the Delta property with top marks in financial performance, guest satisfaction and employee satisfaction. "We have been on this journey for many years now and I am so proud of what we have achieved as a team," says general manager Kimberley … Read More about Delta Victoria Wins Top Delta Honour

Fairmont Pacific Rim Announces New Executive Chef

Chef Nathan Brown is now heading up the culinary team at the Fairmont Pacific Rim in Vancouver. He arrives at the property from China, where he was executive chef for The Ritz-Carlton Beijing, Financial Street. Brown was raised in the small Ontario town of Lucan. Growing up on the family horse farm, he learned the fundamentals of sourcing of fresh, seasonal ingredients and preparing them … Read More about Fairmont Pacific Rim Announces New Executive Chef

Pan Pacific Vancouver Gets Nod from Top Travel Pubs

The Pan Pacific Vancouver recently received top honors from US News and World Report and Forbes Travel Guide. The hotel was named one of the US News'  Best Hotels in Vancouver for 2015. It also made Forbes Travel Guide's latest ranking of four-star hotels. "It is always nice to be recognized, especially by two such prestigious publications," says Pan Pacific Vancouver general manager Craig … Read More about Pan Pacific Vancouver Gets Nod from Top Travel Pubs

VIA Rail Unveils New Class, New Cars

VIA Rail Canada unveiled its new Prestige Sleeper Class as well as several new and renovated cars at Rendez-vous Canada, which was held May 27-30, 2014 in Vancouver, British Columbia. The Prestige Sleeper Class provides a new level of comfort and service for travellers on the Canadian, which travels the Toronto to Vancouver route—one of the world's greatest train journeys. Highlights of Prestige … Read More about VIA Rail Unveils New Class, New Cars

VCC West Building Turns Five

The Vancouver Convention Centre celebrated the fifth anniversary of the opening of its West building last week. Since opening the West building on April 3, 2009, the VCC has hosted nearly 2,750 events, welcomed  some 2.6 million guests from around the world, and generated over $1 billion in direct spending for the province. "It has been a remarkable five years at the Vancouver Convention Centre. … Read More about VCC West Building Turns Five

HAC Releases 2014 Survey Results

Business travel will be down slightly  in Ontario but on the rise in the Prairies and British Columbia, according to the Hotel Association of Canada's (HAC) just-released 2014 survey results. The 2014 HAC Canadian Travel Intentions Survey reveals business travel will remain stable in 2014, with 81 per cent of respondents saying they will be travelling the same amount as they did in 2013. The … Read More about HAC Releases 2014 Survey Results

AlliedPRA Partners With Vancouver DMC

AlliedPRA Inc. has formed a partnership with Vancouver-based DMC Cantrav Destination Management Services. According to Robert Patterson, AlliedPRA's chief financial and operating officer, the partnership allows AlliedPRA to offer its clients destinations for meetings, events and incentives in Alberta and British Columbia as well as Alaska—destinations AlliedPRA's client base are showing … Read More about AlliedPRA Partners With Vancouver DMC

Construction Begins on Delta Prince George Hotel

Ground-breaking has taken place for the Delta Prince George Hotel, the first four-star hotel to be built in the City of Prince George, British Columbia. Scheduled to open in 2015, the Delta Prince George is the result of a $35 million investment. Once complete it will have 170 ModeRoom™ guest rooms, nine  extended stay suites and an "extravagant hospitality suite." Its state-of-the-art … Read More about Construction Begins on Delta Prince George Hotel

Choice Hotels Recognizes Top Performers

TORONTO, ON - As part of its annual franchisee conference, Choice Hotels Canada honoured 25 properties last night for their achievements in property and service excellence. APEX (Awards for Property Excellence) awards annually recognize hotels based on service and performance rankings. Award categories included the Highest and Most Improved Guest Satisfaction, Most Improved Room Condition, … Read More about Choice Hotels Recognizes Top Performers

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