Tour Operators
An Ace In Jamaica
The 25th annual Canadian Travel Industry Golf Tournament wrapped up at Sandals Ochi Beach Resort in Jamaica on Dec. 1 following two days on the green complete with skill testing challenges, teamwork and generous helpings of Red Stripe and jerk chicken, reports Ann Ruppenstein in this week's digital edition of Canadian Travel Press. Presented by Baxter Media and Sandals Resorts, the special milestone anniversary gave Gary Sadler, sr. VP of sales for Unique Vacations, Inc., the worldwide marketing company for Sandals and Beaches Resorts, the opportunity to reflect on the history of the...
Transat Introduces TDC Campus At Conference
Transat Distribution Canada (TDC) concluded the 2019 edition of its biennial National Leadership Conference last week where it introduced the new TDC Campus, while hosting approximately 200 travel agency owners, preferred partners and TDC managers at the Marival Armony Luxury Resort & Suites in Punta de Mita, Mexico. According to officials, TDC Campus is the most comprehensive training program in the industry, providing more than 50 hours of interactive online training that can be done anywhere, anytime. It is organized into four modules, ranging from beginner to more advanced...
Contiki Gives Back With Movember Partnership
This year, Contiki partnered with Movember, the leading global men’s health charity dedicated to changing the face of men’s health around the world, to tell unique mental health stories through handpicked Contiki ambassadors, including stories on grief, the pressure of being successful and the power of male friendships. Movember encourages millions of men around the world to support the men in their lives by growing a moustache to raise funds and awareness for men’s health issues. Whether it be growing a moustache – becoming a walking, visible face for the campaign –...
Goway, APT Celebrating Brochure Launch
Goway Travel is once again partnering with APT (Australian Pacific Touring) to launch the new Goway/APT brochure for 2020/2021. The 84-page brochure features an expanded APT Freedom of Choice range, plus all new cruise itineraries, and Outback Wilderness Adventures exploring Cooktown & Cape York and the South Coast. Travellers who take advantage of Earlybird Launch savings with Goway will receive a discount of approximately 5% on the cost of their vacation when booking prior to March 31, 2020. Savings of up to 10% are available to clients who book tours in advance and pay in full...
Transat Unveils Revamped ‘Group Zone’ Site
Transat has unveiled an entirely revamped “Group Zone" web site designed for travel agents and centralizing all information about group travel options offered by Transat. The new environment has been designed to provide a more user-friendly experience, allowing agents to advise their customers, request quotes and make reservations in an efficient and informed manner. The platform divides the information into different categories (Sun Groups, Wedding Groups, Cruise Groups, Europe Groups) and gathers the various group promotions and all of Transat's electronic brochures. Agents...
Discover Europe With TravelBrands
TravelBrands has unveiled its latest stay programs in Europe and travel agents who book these products by Dec. 20, 2019 will earn 5,000 Loyalty Rewards points. “Our long stays programs give travellers the ability to visit a city or country for extended period of time at an affordable cost.” says Nathalie Tanious, senior vice president, TravelBrands. “These packages can be customized to meet every traveller’s needs. From their departure gateway to what type of accommodation works best for them, TravelBrands works with each travel agency to ensure their clients get the best trip...
A Little Holiday Help From Trafalgar
In celebration of International Volunteer Day, the Trafalgar Canada team came together to support Holiday Helpers Canada, a charity whose mission is to provide a one-time customized Christmas package to over 750 families with young children, who are living in low-income situations. Each sponsored family receives an artificial tree, decorations, gift card to a warm meal and presents from their personalized wish list. Since 2008, Trafalgar, has been offering team members two paid volunteer days annually to support causes close to their hearts as part of its commitment to social...
Beach Deals From Sunwing
For agents with clients looking for bargains, you might want to check out Sunwing’s Best Beach Bargains Sale. From now until Dec. 13, 2019, the tour operator is offering deals on vacation packages to resorts across Mexico, Central America and the Caribbean. With winter departures in high demand and vacation packages priced to sell out fast, sun-seekers will have to act quickly to if they want to Vacation Better for less. For a limited time, travellers can score an amazing deal on popular beachfront resort Vista Sol Punta Cana in the Dominican Republic. Located on one of the...