Tour Operators
G Adventures Making It New
G Adventures is forming a new holding company to bring its existing and new brand acquisitions under the same overarching parent brand, to be named G Travel Community (GTC) In announcing the move, the company said that the purpose of GTC is to create a community of travel companies that have ‘community-led growth’ at the core of their strategies, and a shared belief in the power of changing peoples’ lives through travel. The GTC brands are united in their mission to bring people together through travel to affect positive change -- changing the lives of the traveller community,...
TICO Offers Update On Funding Review
In September 2022, TICO launched the largest review of its funding framework and fee structure since inception. This comprehensive review includes TICO’s current funding framework, as well as a full review of the Compensation Fund and associated contributions. This review is being led by Optimus SBR, an Ontario-based consulting firm. TICO remains committed to considering all available options for a modernized funding framework that meets the needs of consumer protection today and into the future. The travel industry’s input into this review is integral for a successful...
Alghabra Looking To Make Changes To APPR
Canada’s Transport Minister, Omar Alghabra made it clear yesterday that the “circumstances Canadians faced during the holiday season were unacceptable” and that they deserve answers about what happened. During Transport Committee hearings looking into the events that took place over the holiday season, Alghabra also made it clear that Canadians deserve to be kept informed about alternative arrangements when their travel is disrupted and that they also deserve to be “compensated when their rights have been violated.” He said: “Upholding the rights of travellers is … a...
G-Normous Is Back And Better Than Ever
G Adventures’ G-Normous is back, and asking travel advisors if they have what it takes to be a champion. Launched at the beginning of January, the four month-long agent incentive program kicks off with agents competing for the $10,000 grand prize, with added trip giveaways, monthly cash prizes, bonus commission and more. G Adventures’ annual incentive program gives agents the chance to win with every trip they book. In addition to the grand prize, monthly and even weekly cash prizes will be awarded to first time booking agents - and all agents need to do is make...
Say Bye-Bye Winter with Air Canada Vacations
Air Canada Vacations is bringing back its popular Bye-Bye Winter Event which offers Canadians savings of up to 40% on sunny escapes. Travellers can now take advantage of deals for winter travel. Until Feb. 5, 2023, travel advisors’ customers can book a vacation package and get up to 40% off for departures until April 30, 2023, to select destinations in Mexico, the Caribbean and Central America and select Flight and Hotel packages to Hawaii, Orlando, and California. For more, check out https://vacations.aircanada.com/en/all-deals/100068/bye-bye-winter-event Canadians can choose...
Working Together To Make A Difference
“We all need to work together to better understand the many complex issues confronting the world and our industry,” Brett Walker, GM International Operations for Collette, says. “Whether the issue is climate change, hunger, poverty, clean water or any of the pressing issues facing our planet, we need to unite and compound our efforts to incite the kind of change that will make a difference.” As for whether 2023 will be the year that the Canadian travel and tourism industry recovers, Walker observes: “We should probably clarify what ‘recovers’ means. If you mean recovers...
Exotik Journeys Sailing To Egypt, Jordan, Saudi Arabia
Exotik Journeys is starting the year off with a bang with a special offer on its cruise to Egypt, Jordan, and Saudi Arabia on MSC Splendida. The itinerary includes Luxor, the Red Sea, Petra, Jeddah, Cairo, and the pyramids of Giza. Until Jan. 20, 2023, travel agents who book the March 17, 2023 sailing will earn 10,000 Loyalty Rewards Points, and travellers will receive a $200 credit to apply to their flight. The 11-day program includes 2-night accommodation in Giza, 1-night accommodation in Cairo, two sightseeing tours, domestic flights, private transfers, and a 7-night cruise...
Escape With Savings From Quark Expeditions
Quark Expeditions has kicked off the new year by launching its ‘Escape Sale’ with polar voyages reduced by up to 45% and including a variety of guest benefits. Thomas Lennartz, Vice-president of Sales for Quark Expeditions, said: “We’re very excited about our recently-launched Escape Sale as it enables a cross-section of travellers to take advantage of deep savings that match their travel tastes.” Lennartz added: “The special offers and perks in our ‘Escape Sale’ appeal to solo travellers, couples and groups.” Lennartz emphasized that the itineraries featured in...