Monthly Archives: July 2019

Otero Elected To UNWTO Affiliate Board

Otero Elected To UNWTO Affiliate Board Just after the election process at the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) for the period 2019-2021, Daniela Otero, CEO of Skål International, has been elected to the UNWTO Affiliate Members Board, a position that she will hold for the next two years. Otero commented: “We are very pleased... more ›
Posted in Appointments, News, Tourism Organizations

Why Use A Travel Agent, Just Ask Carnival

Why Use A Travel Agent, Just Ask Carnival Adolfo Perez doesn't wear his commitment to travel agents on his sleeve. He wears it under his sleeve. Perez, senior vice-president, global sales and trade marketing for Carnival Cruise Line, sports a tattoo on his left shoulder that reads Travel Agents Rock, underscoring his belief in the... more ›
Posted in Agent Incentives, Cruise, Events, News, Travel Agents

The Luck Of The Irish

The Luck Of The Irish Congratulations to Jenni Berg, national business development executive, Contiki Holidays (seen in the photo); Kit Neil, senior travel designer, Tully Luxury Travel; and Rod Hanna, director of sales – Canada, Saint Lucia Tourism Authority. Each was an attendee at this year's Agents' Choice... more ›
Posted in Agents Choice 2019, Destinations, News, Tourism Organizations

Lost Vegas: Burton Exhibition Coming to Neon Museum

Lost Vegas: Burton Exhibition Coming to Neon Museum A large-scale exhibition featuring the work of renowned American film director, producer, artist, writer and animator Tim Burton is coming to Las Vegas. Opening Oct. 15 and on view through Feb. 15, 2020, Lost Vegas: Tim Burton @ The Neon Museum will comprise of sculptural and digital... more ›
Posted in Attractions, Destinations, Events

News From Uniglobe Travel Eastern Canada

News From Uniglobe Travel Eastern Canada UNIGLOBE Travel (Eastern Canada) has announced that Voyages Concierge Deluxe Travel & Voyages Westmount Travel in Montreal has joined UNIGLOBE Travel as its newest Partner Agency in Eastern Canada (effective July 1, 2019). As well, McTavish Travel has signed multi-year renewals of their... more ›
Posted in News, Travel Agents

Explore Asia With Trafalgar In 2020-2021

Operator Unveils 9 New Trips To Japan, India, Nepal And South East Asia

Explore Asia With Trafalgar In 2020-2021 Trafalgar has released details of its 2020/2021 Asia itineraries, adding nine new trips that build on the customer demand for more itineraries that uncover the real Asia. With Trafalgar now offering a total of 32 trips across nine countries, each itinerary offers exclusive experiences to... more ›
Posted in Destinations, News, Tour Operators, Travel Agents

MMGY Global Moves Into Canada

Company Acquires Vancouver-Based NEXTFactor

MMGY Global Moves Into Canada MMGY Global has acquired NEXTFactor Enterprises Inc., a strategic planning and consulting company focused on the travel and tourism industry. The Vancouver-based company is MMGY Global's first Canadian acquisition and represents a new service offering for the world's largest integrated... more ›
Posted in News, Technology, Tourism Organizations

ETC Study Explores Travellers’ Passions

ETC Study Explores Travellers’ Passions According to the European Travel Commission's (ETC) latest research – “Tourism Passion Communities – there's no doubt that interests and hobbies are a significant factor when it comes to the selection of a travel destination. Aimed at providing a better understanding of the key passion... more ›
Posted in Destinations, News, Tourism Organizations, Trends & Research

Luxury Gold Unveils 2020 Worldwide Experiences

Luxury Gold Unveils 2020 Worldwide Experiences Luxury Gold has unveiled details of its brand new 2020 worldwide collection as its parent company, The Travel Corporation, celebrates 100 years of extraordinary travel. The brand will continue to honour the Tollman family's four-generation legacy by sharing their unparalleled wealth of... more ›
Posted in Destinations, News, Tour Operators, Travel Agents

Agencia Global: Ready to Educate Agents

Agencia Global: Ready to Educate Agents Agents are invited to attend an informative webinar next Thursday (August 1) at 2 p.m. (EST). Hosted by Agencia Global and Baxter Media, this webinar will introduce you to a new way to shop, mark up and book airfare. Everyone attending the webinar will be given a chance to win 4 Air Canada... more ›
Posted in Airlines, Events, News, Travel Agent Education
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