Hotels
It’s All About Agents In May
May is all about travel agents and in 2021, suppliers are making it clear that travel agents have been beyond helpful during the past 12 months as the industry -- and the world -- battle the COVID-19 global pandemic. And it's always nice to say 'thanks,' to your friends and partners and that's exactly what suppliers are doing this May. Here's a round-up of some -- definitely not all -- of the special treats on offer to agents this month: A Month-Long Celebration At TTAND The Travel Agent Next Door is turning Travel Agent Day into Travel Agent Month to show appreciation for its...
Sunwing A Star With Offer For Agents
Sunwing is offering agents 5X the STAR Agent Reward Points on all new bookings for the newly renovated Tropical Deluxe Princess and Caribe Deluxe Princess. The offer is now in effect until June 30, 2021 and applies to travel between Nov. 1, 2021 and Oct. 31, 2022. The popular beachfront resorts will be reopening in July 2021 following extensive renovations and, to celebrate, the tour operator is offering discounted rates, agent incentives and exclusive group travel deals. The fully modernized Tropical Deluxe Princess, which is exclusive to Sunwing, is the perfect resort for...
Book Early And Save With Couples Resorts
Couples Resorts -- which owns and operates four adults-only resorts on Jamaica's north coast between Ocho Rios and Negril -- has unveiled an early bird booking offer for travellers. The 2022 Early Bird Booking Offer features all-inclusive rates starting from $305 per night, plus a $150 resort credit and complimentary access to Club Mobay's VIP departure lounge at Sangster International Airport. The offer is available to travellers who book a Couples Resorts vacation by May 17, 2021 and is valid for travel anytime from Jan. 3 to Dec. 23, 2022. Couples Resorts’ offer applies...
Sandals Says: Every Day Is Travel Agents’ Day
Since its first day of operation – way back in 1981 -- Sandals Resorts International has been celebrating the power of the retail travel advisor. With an unwavering commitment and dedication to travel advisors that spans 40 years, the company takes the opportunity today – on National Travel Advisor Day – to thank them for their continued support in the face of the pandemic and applaud them for their tenacity, courage and passion displayed during these unprecedented times. Gary C. Sadler, executive vice president – sales & industry relations, Unique Vacations Inc.,...
Warwick Paradise Island Celebrates Travel Advisors
Let the celebrations begin. Throughout the month of May 2021, the Warwick Paradise Island - Bahamas will be recognizing Travel Advisor Day on May 5, 2021 in the U.S. and Canada by offering a free night, nightly appreciation rates to stay at the adults-only, all-inclusive resort and commission incentives throughout the year. Benjamin Davis, general manager of Warwick Paradise Island – Bahamas, said that: “The events of this past year have demonstrated the importance of travel advisors as the trusted source for their clients’ vacations. Travel advisors play an instrumental role...
Club Med Showcases Resorts With Interactive Brochure
Continuing its commitment to sustainability, Club Med has released a digitally updated brochure that comprehensively covers all the need-to-know product and service news for the upcoming year. The new interactive experience also features three brand new resorts; Club Med Québec Charlevoix, Canada, Club Med La Rosière, France and Club Med Seychelles, East Africa. Future guests and travel agents will find all the details they need to plan their next getaway, including additional information on Club Med’s Safe Together program, designed to make guests’ safety and peace of...
Discovering The Moments That Matter Most With Adam Stewart
In the second part of Canadian Travel Press’ conversation with Adam Stewart, Executive Chairman, Sandals Resorts International, he talks about travel advisors, the Canadian market, the work of the Sandals Foundation and the changes the world has seen as it battles to meet the challenges of the global pandemic. Stewart observes: “My family and I have always been passionate about supporting local communities in which our resorts operate and that’s why from the onset of COVID-19 we immediately knew that we had to take action, to reduce the hardship that this pandemic would...
Rocky Mountaineer, Fairmont Team Up On Promotion
Rocky Mountaineer and Fairmont Hotels are partnering to launch a special offer that let’s Canadian residents book now for travel this summer and fall, and save up to $2,900 per couple on a vacation in the Canadian Rockies with Rocky Mountaineer and Fairmont Hotels & Resorts. Jonathan Hope, Managing Director, North America Sales for Rocky Mountaineer, said: “We are delighted to partner with a trusted brand like Fairmont to offer Canadian residents the chance to experience the Rockies in luxury, at the best ever price. We know international travel is uncertain this year and we...