Parmjit (Parm) Parmar

The journey to Cayo Levantado Resort begins not with a traditional lobby
check-in, but with a swift boat ride across Samaná Bay. From the moment you
step onto the dock, it becomes clear that this is not a typical Caribbean escape. Here,
luxury is redefined through stillness, salt air, and thoughtful, intentional design.

A bold new chapter in Caribbean luxury, where cutting-edge design
meets barefoot indulgence — and “all-inclusive” takes on an entirely new
meaning.
The W Hotels brand has long been synonymous with modern luxury, exclusivity, and
playful sophistication.

Perched elegantly on a cliff along a fine-grained, white sandy beach is Sanctuary Cap Cana, an adult-only, all-inclusive resort — a gated community just 15 minutes from Punta Cana International Airport — this resort that feels like a discovery, not a destination.

Built in 2006, the property immediately captivates with its unique architecture, resembling a big "Spanish village." It is Marriott International's first adult all-inclusive resort in its Luxury Collection. The design has a Spanish c...

The W Hotels brand is making a bold entrance into the Caribbean’s all-inclusive scene with the opening of W Punta Cana, its first adults-only, all-inclusive resort. Known for its modern design, vibrant energy and trendsetting aesthetic, W Hotels introduces a new level of contemporary luxury to the Dominican Republic’s most celebrated coastline.

Upon arrival, guests are greeted by a sweeping circular canopy of slender white beams leading into an airy, open-air lobby surrounded by lush greenery...

A short boat ride from Samaná, Dominican Republic, delivers more than a resort arrival—it offers a reset. Just beyond the mainland, Cayo Levantado Resort rises from the sea as a quiet counterpoint to the Caribbean’s high-energy all-inclusive scene. There are no booming pool parties or swim-up bar crowds here.

The stunning EDITION Riviera Maya at Kanai recently hosted Marriott International’s CALA Summit (May 26–30), bringing together 49 top-performing U.S. luxury advisors from the brand’s Stars and Luminaries programs, along with 36 hoteliers representing 48 Caribbean and Latin American (CALA) properties.

When you land in Memphis, you might initially perceive it as a quiet city. But beneath the surface lies a vibrant undercurrent, a town where soul, history, and culture converge. Blues was born in Memphis, legendary BBQ simmered, and rock 'n' roll first wailed.

SHAPED BY POWERFUL VOLCANIC FORCES MORE THAN 20 MILLION YEARS AGO, THE CANARY ISLANDS RISE DRAMATICALLY FROM THE ATLANTIC OCEAN, OFFERING A LANDSCAPE LIKE NO OTHER

At a trade media event in Toronto Feb.12, 2025, John Lovell, President, Travel Leaders Network (TLN) discussed the performance and initiatives for the past year and plans for 2025. So far 2025 is starting on a very positive note with TLN Named to Newsweek’s “Most Reliable Companies 2025”.
In 2024, TLN achieved record highs in member retention and recruitment, with 6,000 agencies across the U.S. and Canada. Revenue increased by 17%, land bookings by 10%, and cruise bookings by 25%.
So far in 2...

These Canary Islands emerged from volcanic activity in the Atlantic Ocean 20 million years ago and were discovered by Europeans in the 1500s.

Written by Parm Parmar
It's been two years since the 'Best of the Alps' made Toronto their last stop on their North American Roadshow. On Wednesday (October 22) they returned to host a media luncheon at Cibo Wine Bar downtown to showcase what's new for Canadians to explore in the Alps.
For over 30 years, Best of the Alps has been capturing the essence of the Alps by bringing together 10 of its most iconic spots: Chamonix-Mont-Blanc, Cortina d'Ampezzo, Courmayeur, Crans-Montana, Davos Klosters...

Nantes is a vibrant city full of art, culture and history! It’s a port city on the Loire River, less than an hour from the sea, making it a great place to visit all year round. This city (France’s sixth largest) seamlessly blends centuries-old architecture and cobbled streets with modern art installations.
In summer, Nantes comes alive with performances, concerts, public art with Le Voyage A Nantes and many cultural festivals such as the Folle Journée classical music festival.
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The Loire River, longest in all of France, is in a region once favoured by French Royals (pre-French revolution), home to chateaus, vineyards, medieval cities and Nantes, the cultural gateway to the Loire region. Once an 18 th century maritime city, Nantes is now a youthful university town with boutiques, art and Michelin-worthy restaurants.
Our ship is moored on “ile de Nantes”, just steps away from the famous ile de Machines, a steam-punk park featuring the famous mechanical elephant and on...

Views of Golden Gate Bridge from The Presidio in San Francisco (all photos courtesy Parm Parmar)
Post date: Apr 12 2024
By: Parm Parmar
SAN FRANCISCO — Canadians have always needed more options for flying into the U.S., and with the expansion of Porter Airlines into more destinations south of the border, there’s a new option for many cities – including San Francisco.
Porter aims to redefine the economy flying experience, and we were along for the ride to see it firsthand. To experience San Fr...

The Israel Ministry of Tourism (IMOT) hosted a farewell reception for Gal Hana, Consul for Tourism and Director for Canada for IMOT Canada, on 18JUN as he embarks on new ventures.
While a live band played in the background at a club overlooking Lake Ontario, guests, including tourism partners, travel agents, and media, sipped cocktails and nibbled on appetizers while catching up with Hana and the IMOT team on the latest developments.
Hana arrived in Canada in 2019 during the Toronto Raptors' ...