Air Canada Vacations hosts executive retreat in Jamaica

Air Canada Vacations, partnering with Sandals Resorts, recently hosted its annual Executive Retreat from June 10 to 13, 2025, at the Sandals Montego Bay in Jamaica.

The four-day event brought together key national account partners, Air Canada Vacations’ executives, and valued VIP guests for a unique blend of strategic collaboration, relaxation, and philanthropic engagement.

The 2025 Retreat group included:

• Richard Vanderlubbe – TripCentral
• Zeina Gedeon – Trevello Travel Group
• Steve Elliott-Pepin – Voyage à Rabais
• Richard Villeneuve – Voyage En Direct
• Sylvain Lastere – Groupe Atrium
• Jane Clementino – TravelSavers
• Greg Luciani – TravelOnly

Nino Montagnese, Vice President at Air Canada Vacations, said: “This retreat was a powerful reminder of what we can achieve through strong, long-term partnerships.”

Montagnese continued: “Our collaboration with Sandals is built on shared values such as excellence, innovation, and community. Bringing together our top partners in such a meaningful setting allows us to deepen relationships, align on future opportunities, and collectively support the communities that welcome our travellers.”

Erminia Gallina, Director of Sales, and Elish Tait, Manager of National Accounts, led a strategic presentation highlighting Air Canada Vacations’ latest initiatives and reinforcing its commitment to partner growth.

One of the most impactful moments of the retreat was the Healthy Eating Breakfast & Reading Road Trip, organized by the Sandals Foundation.

Attendees visited a local school to share breakfast, read with students, and even helped paint a mural, a meaningful, hands-on contribution that added colour, creativity, and connection to the day.

Air Canada Vacations also donated school supplies to support the students and further contribute to the local community. To learn more about the Sandals Foundation, click here.

Air Canada Vacations extends its sincere thanks to Sandals Resorts International and the Sandals Foundation for their continued support and meaningful collaboration.