Tour Operators
ACV Advises Jetz Experience Now Available On GDS
Air Canada Vacations advises that The Jetz Experience is now available to book via any GDS system which ultimately provides travel agents the ability to easily book without having to go through our Call Centre. In line with the launch of Air Canada’s Jetz flights, The Jetz Experience offers travellers a new standard for upscale travel aboard an all-Business Class aircraft equipped with 58 spacious seats. From enjoying the Maple Leaf Lounge at the airport (where available), to an onboard dining experience curated by celebrated Montreal chef Antonio Park and complimentary private...
To Serve You Better
Trafalgar, Costsaver and Brendan Vacations Canada have reorganized their Canadian sales team. As the travel industry enters the recovery phase and adapts to the new world of travel, the sales team’s roles are being further enhanced as Business Development Managers (BDMs) for the brands across the country. With the recent launch of Brendan Vacations in Canada, the BDMs will strategically assist loyal travel agents and their clients from coast-to-coast while representing all three brands. They will also continue to deliver one-on-one support to develop and implement sales and...
Hawaii Ready To Welcome Canadians
Hawaiian tourism officials are seeking tourists who are dreaming of a white (-sand) Christmas. The jurisdiction recently announced that Canadians who test negative for coronavirus at least 72 hours before their arrival will no longer have to automatically quarantine upon setting foot in the state, and officials say that basically enables those with negative test results to have to a traditional Hawaiian vacation in a part of the world that they say has handled the pandemic comparatively well. "I think we probably have lost some visitors (who might have decided to vacation elsewhere...
Far From Ordinary
Based on its experience successfully operating a Canadian Rockies Escape program in October for Canadian travellers, Globus is launching two new Escapes in Canada for Canadians in the New Year. Chris Jones, director of marketing for the Globus family of brands, pointed out that: “Travellers driven by wanderlust do not need to cross oceans – or even borders – to enjoy the wonder and awe that travel implores.” Jones observed that: “Our own Canadian backyard is full of beautiful national parks; culturally rich cities; tiny, historic towns and a world of fascination,...
Canadians Put Vacations On Their Wish List
Sunwing, in newly released research that it commissioned, found that there’s a growing number of Canadians who’d like to receive the gift of a vacation this Christmas. The survey revealed that over half (55%) of Canadians would like to receive the gift of a future vacation or travel certificate this holiday season. And what’s more, of those respondents, nine-in-ten (89%) indicated they would be interested in being gifted an all-inclusive getaway. The survey was conducted by Sunwing among members of the Angus Reid Forum between Nov. 16 to Nov. 17, 2020, with a representative...
Sunwing Takes Off From The West
Sunwing is set to take off from three Western Canada gateways. Initially, Sunwing will operate from Vancouver, Edmonton and Calgary and servicing selected destinations for the winter season using a combination of seats contracted from third party carriers as well as Sunwing Airlines. Flights will depart from Vancouver, Calgary and Edmonton to Cancun on Saturdays starting Jan. 9, 2021, with additional flight service from Edmonton to Puerto Vallarta and Mazatlán on Saturdays starting Dec. 26, 2020. Andrew Dawson, president of tour operations for Sunwing, said: “We are...
Dateless Departures From Exodus
Exodus Travels is offering travellers the chance to be among the first to visit one of 20 newly-reopened destination with its first-ever Dateless 1st Departures voucher. And what’s more, the first 100 people to book a voucher will receive a $300 rebate on their deposit. The innovative new initiative is designed to give would-be globetrotters something to look forward to -- after all, studies show that half the fun of an adventure lies in the anticipation. And Dateless 1st Departures are all about finding a sense of calm in the zen gardens of Japan, roaming the rainforests...
Attention Appreciated, But More Needed: Sunwing
Sunwing has reacted to the federal government’s Fall Economic Statement, observing that: “Since March, when Sunwing halted flight service and made dramatic changes to our workforce in response to the pandemic, we have continued to tirelessly advocate for the interests of our industry and the thousands of Canadians it employs.” And the company says that: “We appreciate the attention that has been provided to this matter from senior Government of Canada officials, as well as a range of important and necessary business supports, including the Canada Emergency Wage...