Talking Travel with John Kirk

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What makes a great cruise vacation — and who is the perfect cruiser?

John Kirk sits down with Ian Patterson, Country Manager for Canada at MSC Cruises, for a wide-ranging conversation about the world of cruising and why more travellers are considering a vacation at sea with MSC Cruises.

John and Ian talk about the onboard experience, from food and dining to the incredible variety a cruise can offer, and explore how a cruise vacation compares with a traditional land-based holiday.

Ian also shares insights into who cruising is really for and discusses MSC Cruises’ Fly & Cruise offerings for Canadians, including the opportunity to combine flights with a Caribbean cruise departing from La Romana in the Dominican Republic.

Whether you’re an experienced cruiser or wondering if your next vacation should be at sea, it’s a conversation packed with insights and ideas for your next getaway.

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Great conversation during our LIVE radio show on October 4th,  the Canadian Travel News Hour on Zoomer Radio in Toronto. Fantastic consumer interest, based on the live calls we took in studio. An amazing Canadian success story, solely owned by Bruce Poon Tip.  Enjoy!

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Canadian Travel News Hour with John Kirk: Royalton Luxury Resorts

On this episode of the Canadian Travel News Hour with John Kirk on Zoomer Radio, we sat down with Todd Kirlik, Senior Director of Trade Sales & Business Development at Royalton Luxury Resorts, for a wide-ranging conversation about travel, resorts and what’s ahead.

We discuss the story behind Royalton as a Canadian-owned luxury resort company, its latest developments and continued growth, as well as the rebound of tourism in Jamaica as Royalton properties reopen and welcome guests back following the hurricane.

Todd also shares his perspective on the continued rise of multigenerational travel, with grandparents, parents and children increasingly vacationing together, and how resorts are adapting to the different expectations and needs of each generation.

It’s a conversation about Canadian success, Caribbean resilience, new resort experiences and the changing way families travel together.

Join us on October 4th on Zoomer Radio at 11:00 EST with G Adventures David Green, VP Customer and Sales Operations  & Managing Director Canada.  Download the Zoomer Radio app for a superb listening experience.

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Politics is a tough gig, to say the least. My guest in this episode is Hon Edmund Bartlett, Minister of Tourism for Jamaica. He has spent close to 50 years serving the people of Jamaica. Those people must love him, because he keeps on getting elected.  This was a very interesting discussion for me, drilling down to learn what can motivate someone for so long in the same space. I hope you enjoy this episode with Ed Bartlett. 

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What makes G Adventures different from a typical vacation? In this episode David Green, Managing Director of Canada and VP global sales for G Adventures explains how small group travel, authentic local experiences and community tourism are changing the way Canadians explore the world, and learn why purposeful travel creates deeper connections, supports local communities and delivers experiences that last long after you return home. Can Travel change the World?

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Aussie, Aussie, Aussie, Oy, Oy, Oy! Really great discussion with Robin Mack, Managing Director of Tourism Australia event in Toronto on March 2 at 1 King West. A few real nuggets of information in here on Canadian travel to the land down under.. oh... and ya.. my Aussie accent gets shot down real quick.. if interested the video version can be found here.

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After encephalitis left him a full-time wheelchair user, veteran travel advisor David Lyons Black rebuilt his business around accessible travel — and uncovered an industry still riddled with gaps. From “on request” hotel rooms to inconsistent standards, he speaks candidly about risk, responsibility, and dignity. This episode is a wake-up call for advisors, cruise lines, and hoteliers alike.

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G Adventures Founder Bruce Poon Tip in conversation with John Kirk at #GXJordan. It's doozy, but worthy of your time. We cover a lot of ground. Community Tourism continues to drive every decision made at G Adventures, and there is no sign of slowing down.

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Today, international Women's day,  we sat down with two incredible women who are changing the way Canadians fly.. Well kind of.  Air Canada  announced a huge refresh of their onboard menu items and snacks today.  One of which, is a pretzel which you are going to love. You may be thinking.. Pretzel's Kirk seriously?  Listen in,  and enjoy the journey as Jackie Harkness,  Managing Director Product and Services,  and  Ashley Ehmann, Co-Founder of TWIGZ  talk us through the path to the big day. Enjoy! 

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If you are Canadian or live somewhere in the North East US,  Porter Airlines is more than likely a familiar name to you.

Launched in 2006 out of Toronto City Airport, now known as Billy Bishop Airport, the Airline has patiently grown into a celebrated Canadian Airline winning multiple awards. 

Now the company  has moved into to the world of Jets with  their ever growing fleet of Embraer E195-2 Aircraft  and are set on redefining what  economy class service looks and feels like, as they introduce new routes across North America at a record pace. 

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