Tour Operators
Globus Shines A Light
One year ago on Earth Day, the Globus family of brands unveiled the Lighthouse Project: An illuminating initiative created to help travellers come together to give generously for the globe’s greater good. And, as part of its goal to cast a light on a sea of needs, the Lighthouse Project is now partnering with the Pathways Project. The Pathways Project is a coalition of leading travel organizations dedicated to broadening access to career paths in travel that lack diversity, from tour guides to entrepreneurship. Through this partnership, Globus will help the Pathways Project...
Air Canada Sets Its Course As Travel Returns
Air Canada welcomed a group of about 180 travel trade executives and VIPs to an in-person event in downtown Toronto last night (May 5) to mark the industry's return to travel, as well as to celebrate travel agent appreciation month. Hosted by Air Canada’s Executive Vice President and Chief Commercial Officer, Lucie Guillemette the event provide an opportunity for the travel trade executives to meet, network and learn where Air Canada is headed in the future. Guillemette told the crowd that there are “no words to express how pleased we are to welcome you here tonight – we’ve...
Collette Resumes Paid Employee Volunteer Program
Dan Sullivan, CEO of Collette, announced the resumption of the company’s employee volunteer program to assist local nonprofit organizations and the communities they serve. Prior to the pandemic, Collette employees volunteered approximately 4,500 hours of service annually to more than 25 nonprofit organizations throughout Toronto, Canada and in Rhode Island where Collette is headquartered. Sullivan said that: “Since the early days of Collette, one of our core philosophies has been to positively impact the communities where we work, live and travel.” And Sullivan observed: “It...
Share Your Travel Moment With Collette
Collette has launched a “Share Your Travel Moment” giveaway for travel advisors, in honour of travel advisor appreciation month. The giveaway, which is open to all travel advisors, can be accessed through Collette’s Travel Agent Network page on Facebook. Once a travel advisor joins the page and posts their favourite travel moment, they will be entered to win a $1,000 travel voucher. Jaclyn Leibl-Cote, President and Chief Brand Officer of Collette, said: “Joining the Travel Agent Network on Facebook is a great opportunity to learn and share all the latest information...
Collette Celebrates Travel Advisors In May
In honour of travel advisor appreciation month, Collette is celebrating the hard work and commitment of travel advisors by offering them the opportunity to secure big booking incentives during the month of May. Agents will earn $50 toward the “Travel Advisor Appreciation Booking Incentive” program by securing two or more bookings for travel in 2022. The top three agents who secure the most bookings in May will also earn more; $1,000 for first place; $750 for second place; $500 for third place. All bookings must be for travel in 2022. As part of Collette’s advanced...
Last Chance To Vote In Agents’ Choice 2022
Today is your last chance to vote for your favourite changemakers in the 22nd Annual Agents’ Choice Awards Readership Survey. And yes, we know that over the past two years, you’ve faced more than your fair share of challenges, but during that time there have been many companies and individuals (think of all those business development managers) that have been making changes, taking chances and going above and beyond to make sure that Canadian travel advisors had the support they needed to stay in business or get back to business. So, don't miss your last chance to support them...
Globus Kicks Off New Era In Touring
Globus family of brands is launching its very first Choice Touring by Globus itinerary in Europe with the departure of The Alps Out Loud: Switzerland & Lake Como by Design this week. A new touring style that was developed during the COVID shutdown, Choice Touring by Globus promises wayfarers and wanderers all the wonder of discovering the world with a touch of whim and all the fun of exploring new destinations with the infusion of flexibility. Stéphanie Bishop, managing director for the Globus family of brands, explained that: “With Choice Touring by Globus, we’re...
A Taste of Florida Brings Sunshine to Toronto
VISIT FLORIDA and 13 destination partners wrapped up a two city A Taste of Florida roadshow at Hotel X Toronto last night to give insights into the “diverse array of unforgettable experiences” that await travellers. “Canada is a very important market for Florida – in fact, historically, it has been one of our top international markets, with more than 1.6 million Canadians visiting the State in 2020,” said Aelon Suskey, senior account executive, global marketing and trade for VISIT FLORIDA. “But we know there is much more for Canadian travellers to explore in the Sunshine State,...