Open Jaw

In 2001, two former airline employees, Nina Slawek and Suzanne Christie, launched Canada's first online travel industry publication. At that time, many wondered if travel agents would ever fully adopt the internet. Nina and Suzanne decided to invest their savings into Open Jaw, believing that agents would not only adopt this innovative platform but would also rely on it as their main source for news, product updates, and video training. Open Jaw provides a daily roundup of news specifically tailored for Canadian travel agents. With a distinctly Canadian flair, it features the only cartoon strip in the industry, spotlighting the spirited character Tina The Travel Agent. Additionally, Open Jaw is famous for its video newsmagazine, "The Pink Couch," which has gained recognition throughout the travel sectors in the U.S., Canada, and the Caribbean.

National

English, French

Online/Digital

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Domain Authority

Ranking

Global

#529310

Canada

#26016

Travel and Tourism/Travel and Tourism

#390

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Articles

World’s Worst Beaches Based on 1.3 Million Reviews - Open Jaw

3 days ago | openjaw.com | Chris Daniels

Think excessive crowds, noise, and other annoyances. After analyzing over 1.3 million TripAdvisor reviews, the firm Cloudwords ranked 200 popular beaches by complaints like “dirty,” “crowded,” and “loud."
Aboard Silver Nova to Alaska, Silversea Delivers on 'Finding More' Promise

1 week ago | openjaw.com | Vanessa Lee

Long recognized as one of the top luxury brands in the cruise industry, Silversea Cruises remains at the top of its game — something I can confidently attest to after a recent voyage aboard the relatively new Silver Nova to Alaska.
First Time in London? What Your Clients Need to Know from an Insider

1 week ago | openjaw.com | Martha Chapman

No wonder it’s considered one of the world's great cities: London is hard to beat for history, sightseeing, shopping, food, culture, and personality. It also is an ideal destination for first-timers crossing the Atlantic. The flying time is relatively short, the language is (mostly) the same, and the city feels somewhat familiar thanks to decades of TV series, films, and royal-watching. Rather than culture shock, visitors are more likely to experience cheeky cultural surprises.
Why Canadians are Flocking to Japan: Tourism Board Wows at ROM Soiree

1 week ago | openjaw.com | Martha Chapman

With 123 million people in a country just over half the size of Manitoba, you’d think Japan was all about massive cities and urban sprawl. That’s true – in part. But is also offers extraordinary opportunities to connect with ancient culture and nature in its wildest form. This was the theme of an event for travel writers held at Toronto’s classic Royal Ontario Museum on 11JUN.
A Tour of Cathay Pacific’s New Aria Suites at YVR

2 weeks ago | openjaw.com | Claudia Laroye

Starting on 15JUN, Cathay Pacific is bringing its new inflight experience onboard its retrofitted Boeing 777-300ER aircraft to its daily flights between Vancouver International Airport (YVR) and Hong Kong International Airport (HKG). The all-new Business class Aria Suite cabin has been designed with customers in mind to maximize comfort and enjoyment on Cathay’s flights between Asia and North America.
Experiencing the Caribbean’s First 'Edition' Hotel

2 weeks ago | openjaw.com | Renée Suen

If first impressions matter, the one made by the Riviera Maya Edition at Kanai’s lobby delivers. Emerging from the orchid-lined staircase at the main entrance, I’m struck by the hanging topiary dripping from a soaring, three-storey-high ceiling and lushness of the plant-filled room. Straight ahead, through vertical shutter screens, a tranquil reflecting pool extends from the ocean-facing lobby into serene views of a glistening lagoon-like main pool surrounded by a flourishing mangrove forest.
Small in Size, Big on Adventure: Taiwan Showcases Surprising Variety

2 weeks ago | openjaw.com | Martha Chapman

For a country about two-thirds the size of Nova Scotia, Taiwan delivers an astonishing number of visitor experiences. That diversity was on full display at a Taiwan Tourism B2B mission held 09JUN at Toronto’s swanky Four Seasons Hotel. The event — the first of three planned across North America, with Vancouver and Seattle next — brought together about 80 members of the Canadian travel trade and a sizable delegation from Taiwan.
Taiwan Packs a Punch: Small Island, Big Travel Experiences

2 weeks ago | openjaw.com | Martha Chapman

For a country about two-thirds the size of Nova Scotia, Taiwan delivers an astonishing number of visitor experiences. That diversity was on full display at a Taiwan Tourism B2B mission held 09JUN at Toronto’s swanky Four Seasons Hotel. The event — the first of three planned across North America, with Vancouver and Seattle next — brought together about 80 members of the Canadian travel trade and a sizable delegation from Taiwan.
Virgin Voyages Targets Clients Looking for Kids-Free, Innovative Cruises

3 weeks ago | openjaw.com | Martha Chapman

For decades, Sir Richard Branson has been building brands known for flouting tradition, embracing radical innovation, and delivering lots of cheeky humour. So it’s no surprise that Virgin Voyages, his four-ship fleet of “Ladies,” brings some bold ideas to a sector where cruise lines have long battled to differentiate their brands.
HAL’s New Campaign Highlights What It Lacks

3 weeks ago | openjaw.com | Martha Chapman

Today (05JUN), Holland America launches its new “Travel by Sea” summertime booking campaign — emphasizing not what it offers, but what it proudly leaves out. Running through 31JUL, the promotion combines up to 40% savings, free cruises for kids, pre-paid gratuities, and 50% reduced deposits on select departures. But at the heart of the campaign is a brand message: no amusement parks, no mega-ships, no crowds — just classic mid-sized cruising.