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Tuesday, April 7, 2026
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Exclusive: “You can go from A to B on a highway,” said our tour leader Safi. “But when you’re cycling, you pass through villages where buses can’t go. You see the real India.” What's it like to see Southwest India on two wheels? PAX joins Exodus, BDM Krista Rothfuchs and travel advisors on an eight-day cycling adventure along the lush coast of Kerala to find out, staying in hotels, houseboats and homestays along the way. “Adventure tourism is booming," says Rothfuchs.
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As jet fuel prices climb due to shortages tied to ongoing Middle East conflict, more Canadian travel companies are introducing temporary surcharges on packages and airfares. Flair Airlines, Sunwing Vacations and Vacances WestJet Québec are the latest to add fuel surcharges, joining WestJet, Air Canada Vacations and Porter. Rising prices are the latest sign of the economic ripple effects stemming from the U.S. and Israel’s war with Iran.
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Transat Distribution Canada (TDC) has announced the theme of Rendez-vous 2026, its flagship fall event: “Powered by [Heart]” (the official title uses a blue heart emoji]. In an era defined by artificial intelligence, platforms, and automation, TDC wants to highlight a simple truth that makes all the difference: in travel, trust cannot be downloaded.
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Virgin Voyages’ Brilliant Lady arrived in Los Angeles on April 6 for the brand’s first West Coast homeport season. The adults-only ship will sail California coastal itineraries through May, debut new wellness programming onboard and then reposition to Seattle for Virgin Voyages’ first-ever Alaska season starting May 21.
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Sunwing is highlighting growing demand for destination milestone travel, as more Canadians choose sun destinations for weddings, birthdays, anniversaries and family gatherings. The company says hotels across Mexico, the Caribbean and Central America are adapting with flexible venues, group-friendly event options and planning support through Sunwing Weddings and Events.
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Brand USA has appointed Marion Certain as its new trade manager for Canada, effective March 1. Based in Toronto, Certain will lead efforts to strengthen relationships with Canadian travel advisors, tour operators, airlines, and key industry partners, supporting Brand USA’s mission to inspire international travel to the United States.
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The Jamaica Tourist Board has launched a new "Dinner & A Movie" incentive to reward Canadian travel advisors for spring and summer sales. Running until August 31, 2026, certified specialists who log their Jamaica package bookings can win monthly prize packages featuring Cineplex and Ultimate Dining gift cards.
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G Adventures has extended its partnership with the Jane Goodall Institute of Canada for another 10 years, marking the first officially recognized Jane Goodall Day. The move keeps the Jane Goodall Collection in place, with 19 wildlife-focused trips supporting conservation, community programs and responsible animal encounters around the world.
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Flight Centre Travel Group has partnered with The Intrepid Foundation to launch FCTG Gives, a global giving initiative enabling employees and travel advisors to support grassroots organisations worldwide through fundraising, volunteering and campaigns. The move expands Flight Centre’s philanthropic reach across more than 40 countries.
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Carnival Cruise Line has announced that Celebration Key, its exclusive destination in Grand Bahama, is the first cruise destination to earn KultureCity's sensory inclusion certification. More than 400 team members have been trained to assist guests with sensory needs, with complimentary sensory bags also available at the destination.
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MSC Cruises has moved MSC World Europa from the Middle East to the French Antilles for Winter 2026/2027. The ship will operate seven- and 14-night Southern Caribbean itineraries, while MSC Seaview shifts to South America. Guests affected by the change are being contacted with rebooking and refund options.
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IN CASE YOU MISSED IT
Air Canada has added new sun destinations for its winter 2026-27 season, including the only non-stop flights from North America to Tenerife in the Canary Islands. The airline has also added Roatan, Santo Domingo, Merida and Mazatlan, plus several new non-stop flights to Caribbean and Mexico destinations, all of which are available for purchase now.
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As Playa’s portfolio becomes integrated into Hyatt’s Inclusive Collection, some key team members have stepped into newly-elevated roles. Amanda Morris, previously director of sales for USA and Canada at Playa, has been named director of retail sales, overseeing the same countries, for Hyatt’s Inclusive Collection in the Americas. Brian Joseph, meanwhile, has been named senior sales manager for Canada.
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Amid rising fuel costs, WestJet is making temporary changes to its WestJet Rewards loyalty program. Starting April 8, the airline will introduce a fuel surcharge of $60 on all bookings made with a companion voucher. “This will be reflected in the “Other ATC” portion of companion voucher bookings, and we will continue to assess the surcharge and adjust as conditions allow,” said airline spokesperson Julia Kaiser.
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