Tour Operators
G Adventures Takes A Look At The Top Destinations for 2020
Where to go in 2020? From fascinating emerging destinations and countries on the rebound, through to places where global events are making it more exciting to visit, the experts at G Adventures analyzed their data and coupled it with travel trends to forecast the 12 hottest spots to visit in 2020. Bruce Poon Tip, founder, G Adventures, says that as well as highlighting some lesser known gems, this year's list spotlights a number of destinations where tourism can truly be a force for good for local people in the communities travellers visit. “In a world that's becoming increasingly...
Sunwing Invites Agents to Share Their Expertise
Sunwing has launched a “Vacation Better” campaign and is inviting travel agents to share their knowledge with fellow Canadians for a chance to win prizes. Through March 30, 2020, agents can submit their best Vacation Better tips for a chance to win the “tip of the month award” and receive 100,000 STAR Agent Reward Points which convert to cash. Winners will be announced on the Sunwing Agents Facebook page at the start of each month. Tips can highlight everything from the best new resorts to visit, which destinations to choose, what to pack and much more. Deana Murphy,...
Costa Rica: A Friend Of Mother Nature
A raft of rafting opportunities continues to await adventurous sorts planning to vacation in Costa Rica. The country is seen as a pioneer in the eco-tourism movement but recent years have also seen the development of large oceanside resorts belonging to international hotel chains, properties many conservationists argue are incompatible with the concept of eco-tourism. But Costa Rican eco-tourism veteran Rafael Gallo says those who worry that Costa Rica may be drifting away from its commitment to preserving nature needn't be concerned, with the country strongly committed to protecting...
African Travel Inc. Introduces 2020 Brochure in Canada
African Travel, Inc. has launched its 2020 brochure for the first time in Canada. The company says that it's delighted to provide a remarkable array of adventures to Canadian travellers. All South Africa itineraries are available in Canadian dollars, where travel advisors can earn 15% commission per booking. All other itineraries are offered only in USD. Sherwin Banda, president of African Travel, Inc., said: “We are thrilled to expand our market into Canada to provide more travellers with magical experiences to Africa. We are dedicated to turning travel dreams into reality by...
Goway Plans Major Expansion, Gears Up For 50th
On the eve of its 50th year, Goway Travel plans to expand its team of Destination Specialists by 20 to 30% next year in line with its company growth goals. 2019 has already been a big year for Goway. The company heavily invested in technologies including a new customer relationship management platform and also invested in a leading professional development program for their sales teams. Goway also won a number of prestigious awards at industry events this year, and is currently planning a range of exciting activities and incentives to mark its 50th anniversary in 2020. “To...
Globus Puts the Spotlight on Off-Season Europe
The Globus family of brands is inviting travellers to discover the “other” sun this winter with an array of vacation packages in Southern Europe. Best of all, note officials, the “slow” season in Spain, Portugal, Italy and Greece combine daytime average temperatures in the mid-teens Celsius, off-season savings and fewer crowds. To this end, Globus has introduced its Escapes programs, offering a selection of 45 tours throughout Europe from under $130 per day (airfare not included). Eight of the tours feature Italy – including one dedicated to Sicily – while five others...
G Adventures Names New Global Purpose Specialist
G Adventures has announced the appointment of Billy Stewart to the position of Global Purpose Specialist, Southern BC & The Island. He joins the company from Topdeck Travel where he spent eight years supporting agency sales. Based in Vancouver, Stewart is responsible for growing G Adventures’ presence in British Columbia and building and fostering relationships with agent partners in the market. No stranger to adventure travel, Stewart has visited 65 countries and counts Barcelona, New York City and Mexico City as his favourite cites. Stewart joins a team of seven Global...
Charges Laid By TICO
The Travel Industry Council of Ontario (TICO) has charged CA Tour International Inc. with one (1) count of operating as a travel agent without being registered. TICO has also charged Ms. Ping Chen with one (1) count of operating as a travel agent without being registered, and one (1) count of being an Officer and Director of a Corporation and failing to take reasonable care to prevent the Corporation from committing an offence, in this case, for operating without TICO registration. It is alleged that Ms. Chen continued to operate CA Tour International Inc. after the company’s TICO...