The completion of the Prince Edward Island Visitor's Guide is a sure sign that Islanders are gearing up for the 2011 tourism season, says Minister of Tourism and Culture Robert Vessey.
“This year’s Visitor’s Guide has a new emphasis on Island cultural offerings, including the new Prince Edward Island Fusion Festival, while continuing to promote visitor favourites such as golf, beaches, cuisine and Authentic Island Experiences,” said the Minister.
More than 225,000 copies of the Visitor's Guide have been printed. They will be distributed through Island Visitor Information and Destination Centres, as well as through the Tourism PEI website and toll-free number.
When consumers request a vacation package, they can receive the 208-page, magazine-style Visitor's Guide, the PEI Highway Map, the Island Vacation Packages booklet, and other information specific to their request.
“I am very proud of the improvements in this year’s Island Guide,” said Minister Vessey. “The Tourism and Culture staff work with industry to produce a visually appealing, informative and high quality in-house publication which requires an incredible joint effort.”
Minister Vessey hopes that visitors will take advantage of new technology to access information on travelling to Prince Edward Island.
“Visitors can now access Island travel information from their iPhones, BlackBerries, and other mobile devices,” adds Minister Vessey. “They can access event calendars, restaurant listings, great ideas for things to do while on the Island, places to stay, and essential information like grocery store locations and maps.”
The Visitor's Guide is printed in both English and French. It is available online in both languages at www.tourismpei.com