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24
Jan

Loews offers complimentary Wifi

Luxury hotel chain Loews Hotel and Resorts  is now offering complimentary wifi to all guests.   “Prompt, reliable Internet access has become a necessary and expected hotel amenity,” said Paul Whetsell, Loews Hotels & Resorts CEO said in a statement.   “We’re delighted to be one of the first hotel brands in our category to offer […]

22
Jan

Caribbean Five Spice Pork Loin

Makes 4 servings INGREDIENTS Pork loin 4-8 oz. pork loin Brine 4 cups water 3 tablespoons salt 3 tablespoons brown sugar 2 cloves 1 cinnamon stick 2 teaspoons black peppercorns 1 clove garlic, smashed Caribbean 5-Spice ¼ cup turmeric ¼ cup ground ginger ¼ cup ground cumin 3 tablespoon chili powder 3 tablespoon cinnamon Potatoes […]

22
Jan

Currency Surcharges

The weakening Canadian dollar has resulted in many holiday providers implementing a currency surcharge on their products.   A $35  per person surcharge comes into effect on January 27th for Nolitours and Transat Holiday air only and package holidays to both Florida and Sun Destinations.   Air Canada Vacations has also announced a $35 per […]

21
Jan

Spotlight on Anguilla

Welcome to the uniqueness of Anguilla!   Tucked away in the northern Caribbean lies a small wonder with a large reputation! Ringed by 33 white-sand beaches and crystal waters, possessing a contemporary international style, extraordinary vistas and world-class accommodations, Anguilla is an idyllic tropical escape. Diminutive – just 56 square kilometers of magical beauty and […]

21
Jan

France: 24-25 January: ground staff plans short strikes

FRANCE – Reports that Air France ground staff intent to hold short strikes between January 24 and 25 at specific airports – Ajaccio Napoleon Bonaparte Airport; Bastia-Poretta Airport; Bordeaux Airport; Marseille Airport; Montpellier Méditerranée Airport; Mulhouse Airport; Nantes Airport; Nice Airport; Orly Airport; Strasbourg International Airport; Toulouse Airport – Recommended to reconfirm flight status with […]