Destinations
TICO Board Approves Claims
The Travel Industry Council of Ontario’s (TICO’s) Board of Directors approved 45 claims totalling $125,321.39 to assist 97 consumers who did not receive the travel services for which they had paid. The claims, approved on Sept. 28, 2021, include: Albarkah Travel and Tours Inc. -- 32 claims to assist 77 consumers, totalling $105,101.99 Fly Jamaica Airways -- 2 claims to assist 4 consumers, totalling $1,924.99 Jet Airways -- 11 claims to assist 16 consumers, totalling $18,294.41 In addition, the following claims totalling $16,548.02 were denied: Tucan Travel Inc. -- 2...
Happy Holidays From Flair
Flair Airlines is introducing nonstop service between Toronto Pearson Airport (YYZ) and Palm Springs International Airport (PSP) beginning Dec. 15, 2021. Flair is the only airline offering non-stop service on the route this holiday season. Stephen Jones, president and CEO, Flair Airlines, said: “We see a vibrant future filled with opportunities as we expand and bring nonstop service between the Greater Toronto Area and the Coachella Valley. Our low fares and nonstop routes are changing the travel game for Canadians. We cannot wait to bring more travelers to these popular...
The ABCs Of Caribbean Travel
From new developments to the latest updates on flight service taking off from Canada, here’s an overview of what’s new and what you need to know about Caribbean travel. For example, Anguilla is enjoying some time in the spotlight as Long Bay Villas is showcased on the latest season of the popular Netflix series The World’s Most Amazing Vacation Rentals. Alison Ross, spokesperson for The Anguilla Tourist Board, noted the island destination is now a member of Virtuoso. Earlier this month Anguilla’s Executive Council lifted all quarantine requirements for international...
Last Chance to Register for Globus Webinar
Baxter Media is sending out a last call for agents to attend a webinar with the Globus Family of Brands tomorrow, October 6, at 2 p.m. (EST). Join Globus to learn about the top trending European destinations for 2022 and tips on how to effectively showcase them to your clients. The webinar will be presented by Carla Brake, Director of Business Development, who has worked in the travel industry for over 20 years and has been with the Globus family of brands since March 2020. Carla has extensive experience in the touring segment and has a real love for seamless travel, and she has...
Now Is Our Time
The Globus family of brands –Globus, Cosmos, Avalon Waterways and Monograms – is inspiring Canadians to plan an epic comeback to the world they’ve been missing and rekindle their romance with travel. Pointing out that with over 80% of Canadians (ages 12 and up) are now vaccinated, Stéphanie Bishop, managing director of the Globus family of brands, points out that: “Now is our time to come back to the world. For more than 90 years, the Globus family of brands has shared its great travel love affair with Canadians driven by wanderlust. For us, and them, this recent ‘detour’...
AIR MILES Takes Flight This Fall
The AIR MILES Rewards Program is introducing a series of improvements as part of its commitment to providing Canadians with an enhanced loyalty program that offers more choice, flexibility and value than ever before. Over the coming months, AIR MILES collectors will be introduced to more redemption benefits, more ways to earn and more opportunities to take part in promotions. Anchoring these program enhancements, is the announcement of the all-new AIR MILES Flights platform, which will officially launch in November. AIR MILES Flights allows Canadian travellers to choose...
Red Label Adds Hanna To Its Team
H.I.S.-Red Label Vacations Inc. (RLV) has named Rod Hanna as its new Director of Branding, Independent Program, and Related Projects. Hanna assumed responsibilities on Oct. 4, 2021and he will guide the organization in its mission to foster dynamic customer-centric service while providing an innovative framework that allows independent travel consultants to grow and succeed. He brings a wealth of knowledge with a firm understanding of the Canadian travel industry, including over 15 years of leadership experience and proficiency in growing and maintaining excellent industry...
Vaccines, Eased Restrictions Driving Recovery
The UNWTO is reporting that international tourism saw signs of a rebound in June and July 2021 as some destinations eased travel restrictions and the global vaccination rollout advanced in many parts of the world. The latest edition of the UNWTO World Tourism Barometer indicates that an estimated 54 million tourists crossed international borders in July 2021, down 67% from the same month in 2019, but the strongest results since April 2020. This compares to an estimated 34 million international arrivals recorded in July 2020, though well below the 164 million figure recorded in...