Tour Operators
TTAND Adds Project Expedition
The Travel Agent Next Door has appointed a new approved supplier-- Project Expedition -- for tours, excursions and day trips. Flemming Friisdahl, founder of TTAND, said: “Project Expedition is an exceptional addition to the packed tool box that TTAND provides to it’s travel agent partners.” He pointed out that: “Their booking tool is the perfect addition to our industry-leading web solution provided to our agent partners that assists them in not only growing their business-- but ensuring their clients get unique products to enhance their vacations.” Friisdahl continued:...
Summer Is Here For Collette
Collette is kicking off the summer with a sale on future travel to the United States, Europe, and Central America. Guests can book now to save on select destinations around the world for travel July 1, 2021 to March 31, 2022. The sale ends on June 30, 2021. Agents booking clients should not that Collette’s Travel Protection Plan allows for cancellation for any reason up to 24 hours before their departure, in the form of their original form of payment, minus the cost of the plan. Jaclyn Leibl-Cote, president and chief brand officer of Collette, said: “We are excited about...
Bannikin Launches World Adventure Travel Collective
Toronto-based consulting firm Bannikin Travel and Tourism has launched the World Adventure Travel Collective (WATC). The collective represents a selection of owner-operated, locally-based tour operators (as well as one non-profit) from around the world, each with a certified track record of outstanding B2B service and a long history of servicing an industry leading adventure travel company which recently exited the international travel space. Members of the WATC offer tours and experiences ranging from kayaking and hiking to culinary and cultural immersion, in destinations...
JNTO, Air Canada Webinar Prize Winners Announced
Last Thursday, Air Canada and the Japan National Tourism Organization (JNTO) jointly hosted a webinar for all interested travel professionals. We had travel agents and consultants from all across Canada in attendance. Acting as MC for the webinar was Mark Hashimoto, Specialty Sales Manager for Asia with Air Canada, and we also saw presentations from Maria Liu on behalf of Air Canada and Priscilla Portsmouth on behalf of JNTO. The webinar also featured some very inspiring content presented by Chef Masaki Hashimoto in the form of a riveting video presentation on Japanese culinary...
Tourism Roundtable Says Canadians Expected More
Canadians expected more. That’s the takeaway from the federal government’s decision to lift some quarantine restrictions for Canadians and permanent residents who are fully vaccinated, starting July 5 according to the Canadian Travel & Tourism Roundtable (The Roundtable). While acknowledging that the move is an improvement on the current restrictive measures, the Roundtable said that the changes represent a small first step and what Canada urgently needs is a proper plan and a policy on travel that is based on science, is in line with what other countries are doing, and one...
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...