Tour Operators
ACV Showcases Its 2023-2024 Winter Offering
Air Canada Vacations has released details of its winter 2023/2024 vacation lineup, featuring the return of key seasonal sun destinations such as Grenada, Aruba, Los Cabos, Huatulco, Ixtapa, St. Vincent, Saint Maarten, St. Kitts, Great Exuma, Cayo Santa Maria, Holguin, Belize, Panama and San Juan, Puerto Rico, as well as additional frequency and capacity to Cancun and Punta Cana. Nino Montagnese, Vice President, Air Canada Vacations, said that: “With the non-stop routes recently announced by Air Canada, the return of seasonal destinations as well as the increased capacity, customers...
Goway Picks Stratford As New Account Manager
Goway Travel is strengthening its presence in the Canadian travel market with the appointment of Jason Stratford as a new Account Manager for Canada. An Australian by birth, Stratford brings over 30 years of experience to his new role as Account Manager. With his profound understanding of the Canadian travel industry and commitment to exceptional service, he is well-equipped to support travel advisors in providing unforgettable experiences to their clients. Renee Stanton-Defaria, Director of Sales at Goway, said: "We’re delighted to welcome Jason Stratford to our Account Manager...
Sunwing Brings Sun Week Back
Sunwing is bringing Sun Week back, offering a weeklong extravaganza of big deals, big contests and an even bigger grand prize. Kicking off May 29, 2023 until June 4, 2023, travel agents can book their clients’ hard-earned summer getaways with Sunwing to the southern destinations they love, from Cancun to Cayo Largo, Punta Cana, Montego Bay and more, and enjoy additional savings up to 50% per person on applicable all inclusive vacation packages. Following Sun Week’s inaugural success, Sunwing has doubled down to make an even bigger splash this summer for customers and...
Summer Travel Insights From Contiki
So, where are Gen-Z and Millennials headed this summer? Well, Contiki has some answers to that question. The tour company notes that according to booking data and new sentiment research of the demographic, the findings highlight that travellers are opting for far-flung destinations, with a shift towards late-season travel and a focus on in-depth exploration of a singular place. Melissa Da Silva, President, North America, TTC Tour Brands, notes that: “Our booking trends show that the vast majority of 18-35 year old travellers are all about slowing things down and adventuring...
Book Early, Get Plenty With Transat
Transat’s Book Early, Get Plenty promotion is back and invites Canadian travellers to plan their winter getaway right away to benefit from plenty of perks. Travellers are encouraged to book early to get: Up to $400 off per pair Price Drop Guarantee up to $200/adult and $100/child Reduced deposit of $100/person Future travel credit of $50/adult and $25/child 50% off Option Flex Standard Plus, travel agents get 5X BONBON per booking, which means $25 per room. Also, they get a chance to win one of five packages for two to a Hyatt Inclusive Collection resort. The...
Agents Can Win With Exodus Travels
Agents are being offered a chance to win a trip for two to the Galapagos as part of a new contest just launched by Exodus Travels. Until June 22nd, for every badge travel agents complete as part of the Exodus Expert online agent training program, they will receive one entry for a chance to win a premium trip for two to the Galapagos Islands. There are currently four badges available to complete: Intro Exodus Expert Badge, Cycling Expert Badge, Walking Expert Badge, and Private Groups Expert Badge. In addition to receiving multiple entries into this new contest, agents who...
‘Big Insights’ From TTC Tour Brands
TTC Tour Brands has released the findings from the first iteration of its annual ‘Big Tour Study’ -- a comprehensive global survey that includes over 1,800 Canadian TTC Tour travellers – tapping into the latest tour trends for travel advisors booking open-aged brands Trafalgar, Luxury Gold, Insight Vacations, Brendan Vacations and Costsaver. The results reveal key motivators on going guided, overarching travel sentiment and the implications on the tour industry at large. Guy Young, Chief Engagement Officer of TTC Tour Brands, noted that: “We strive to create the most...
Students Journey For Change With Transat
For the third edition of the Journey for Change program, Transat has partnered with Iberostar Hotels & Resorts and the University of Guelph’s School of Hospitality, Food and Tourism Management for an international field study program that provides 12 students with a unique experience in the Dominican Republic. The goal of this initiative is to offer a unique hands-on experience for tomorrow's leaders in sustainable travel. Chrystal Healy, Vice President, Corporate Responsibility at Transat, explained that: “Sustainable travel is at the heart of Transat's corporate...