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Chris Ryall is an industry insider with strong, outspoken opinions that readers enjoy, whether they agree, or take issue, with his viewpoint. Chris actually writes two columns, The Ryall Report, a general ‘whatever’s on his mind’ column which is often filed from exotic travel locations, and The Spa Scene, about (surprise) spas - which is an absolute must for any spa enthusiast or anyone with spa loving clients. GOLFING AND TRAVELPar for the Course
14 MAY 2013: I have just returned from a golf press trip to the island of Kauai, Hawaii organized by a US public relations firm that represents numerous golf resorts in North America. During that trip it made me realize how big the golf market is and what commission opportunities there are for travel agents. My golf game was full of bogies and missed fairways and greens but for agents profits from booking golf trips could make your agency’s revenues soar like an eagle.
BEING A TRAVEL AGENTLets Get Profitable
30 APR 2013: Travel agencies and profits have not always been close dance partners so it was welcome news of a recent ASTA survey that showed the majority of its agency members reported increased revenue, transactions and clients in 2012 over 2011. Though based on a US survey of its agencies, it is a positive sign for travel agencies here in Canada. How can agencies remain profitable?
SUNNY SCOTTSDALEServicing Your Well Being
26 APR 2013: After being in a car accident last month my mind and body were craving some soothing and relaxing. Being the spa addict that I am it was only natural that I headed to one of the best spa destinations anywhere in the world – Scottsdale, Arizona. A four hour flight away and you are guaranteed sunshine with no guest appearances from Old Man Winter.
SWITZERLANDSay Cheese
16 APR 2013: Switzerland is defined by many things – breathtaking mountain vistas, makers of expertly crafted watches, political stability and neutrality, Ricola lozenges, chalets, world renowned rail system, fantastic skiing and of course cheese. Can a person with an aversion to cheese (that’s me!) survive for eight days in Switzerland? Absolutely!
VALUE FOR YOUR SPA DOLLARBooking the Right Spa
15 APR 2013: Old Man Winter has decided to extend his stay into spring this year providing even more incentive to escape for a spa getaway. What sounds better – shovelling off the last remnants of winter from the driveway or spend a day if not days at a spa? Choosing the right spa can be intimidating since there is such variety of spas out there now. It can be overwhelming - so here are some guidelines and tips in getting the most out of your spa visit whether it is for you or your client.
MOBILE MARKETING AND TRAVELDoes it Work
02 APR 2013: Yet another email from an internet marketing company comes into your inbox. Or perhaps you were sent off to a seminar where the marketing guru of the month implores you and your company to advertise on mobile apps or kiss your business goodbye. What do you do?
GOOD MORNING VIETNAMA Destination on the Rise
19 MAR 2013: Vietnam isn't on many travellers' "must visit" lists. For some inexplicable reason Vietnam has always intrigued me. Perhaps it is the many questions that still surround one of the most controversial wars in history. Or maybe witness one of the few remaining Communist countries left in the world. Whatever reason I am now here in Vietnam and exploring this fascinating country.
HOTEL AMENITIESWi-Fi and Java Please
05 MAR 2013: Canadians are such a simple lot. Forget the fragrance butler, rose petals in the bathtub and the nightly turn down service. What do Canadians want more than any other hotel amenity? Free Wi-Fi according to the most recent Hotels.com survey of its Canadian and worldwide email subscribers. It would be refreshing if hoteliers actually followed through on what their hotel guests want.
SPA TRENDS FOR 2013Brotox to Spa Genomics
22 FEB 2013: Every year SpaFinder Wellness Inc. comes out with a report predicting the year’s top ten spa and wellness trends. As with any trend forecasting there are hits and misses. Whatever ever happened to those vaginal steam baths a couple of years that are a tradition in Korea and were going to hit North America. I guess we are more shy and prudish here.
EMBRACING WINTERA Quebec Tradition
19 FEB 2013: Old Man Winter and I have always had a love-hate relationship. As a kid I enjoyed playing hockey, going tobogganing and having snowball fights. Career and family then took over and winter became something I dreaded – going to and from work in the dark, travelling on planes with extra clothing, flight delays due to snowstorms and missing those warm rays of sunshine for months on end. A recent trip to Quebec City and Stoneham ski resort made me re-evaluate my sense of winter.
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