Tour Operators
Around The World In 23 Days
After the first departure of its Cultural Treasures: Around the World by Private Jet journey sold out rapidly, luxury travel company Abercrombie & Kent added a second date for the once-in-a-lifetime trip. “This is a journey that circumnavigates the globe in 23 days. It connects our guests to the people and cultures in eight incredible destinations from Taipei to Nepal, Bhutan, Agra for the Taj Mahal, Uzbekistan, Abu Dhabi, Petra in Jordan, and then finally Palermo, Sicily before ending in Boston,” Stefanie Schmudde, VP Product Development & Operations at Abercrombie &...
Destination Canada Making It Easier To Explore Canada
Domestic travel by Canadians will be key to the recovery and revitalization of the industry here. And to that end, Destination Canada has launched two new portals designed to drive conversion for its partners. On the Canadian Packages Portal, tour operators have built out itineraries for domestic travellers to explore and experience the best of Canada, however many Canadians might not be aware of these packages and unique experiences that exist in our own backyard. In order to connect tour operators with Canadian travellers, Destination Canada has created a new tour...
Jamaica Goes Virtual With Canadian Product Showcase
The Jamaica Tourist Board (JTB) is gearing up for its inaugural Virtual Product Showcase for Canadian travel advisors. Set for July 20 from 1 pm to 3 pm ET, the event will provide advisors with the opportunity to get timely destination updates, connect with travel suppliers and enjoy some island fun Hosted on the Zoom platform, Jamaica’s Virtual Product Showcase will feature destination presentations from the BDM team and suppliers, and breakout rooms where agents can connect with resort representatives, tour operators, attractions, airlines and ground services. Air Canada...
Sunwing Adds Regina, Saskatoon Winter Flights
Sunwing will be offering weekly flights this winter from Regina International Airport and Saskatoon John G. Diefenbaker International Airport. The flights will begin operating in December and will operate until mid-April 2022. Andrew Dawson, president of tour operations for Sunwing, said: “We look forward to resuming service from Saskatchewan this winter. With convenient flights from two regional airports across the province, residents can visit the most popular tropical destinations with ease under our wing.” From Regina, the schedule is as follows: Between Regina and...
Set Sail With Sunwing
Beginning in November 2021, Sunwing will be offering cruise packages aboard the adults-only Marella Explorer 2. The operator will also be offering savings of up to $300 per couple on applicable packages. The Marella Explorer 2 is the newest ship in Marella Cruises’ fleet and the latest addition to the tour operator’s cruise lineup. If travellers book by July 1, 2021 – for select sailings between Nov. 23, 2021 and Jan. 25, 2022 – they can save up to $300 per couple or $150 per person. Cruise packages include round-trip flights between Toronto and Montego Bay, pier...
TravelBrands Unveils Refund Plan, Protects Commissions
TravelBrands is now offering full refunds on vacation packages without relying on external assistance; it also said that it will be protecting agent commission. Frank DeMarinis, president & CEO, TravelBrands, observed that: “Trust is paramount in any industry, especially the travel industry, and we saw an opportunity to do more.” DeMarinis continued: “Our team worked relentlessly behind the scenes to deliver a meaningful action plan that would positively impact the travel agent community and their clients. We will continue to redefine industry norms to renew confidence in...
Intrepid, MEET Partner On Sustainable Initiative
Through a new partnership with MEET Network Association, Intrepid Travel is introducing new sustainable travel experiences in Europe that are designed to benefit local communities. Through the partnership, Intrepid has now included MEET experiences within two of its new tours to lesser-visited regions of Croatia and Crete, with more to come across Europe and the Mediterranean over the next few months. Zina Bencheikh, Intrepid Travel managing director EMEA, said: “We are very excited to work with MEET Network to bring these fantastic experiences to our travellers. These projects...
Globus Names Schonewille BDM In BC
The Globus family of brands has hired Fiona Schonewille for a contract role as Business Development Manager (BDM) in British Columbia to cover a parental leave. The Vancouver-based position is responsible for building and maintaining travel partner relationships and regional sales goals for Globus, Cosmos, Monograms and Avalon Waterways. Carla Brake, director of business development for the Globus family of brands, said: “We’re thrilled to welcome Fiona to our team. She brings with her more than two decades of travel industry experience, including spending the last six years...