Tour Operators
Planeterra Has 50 And More Reasons to Celebrate
Planeterra is already well on its way of reaching its Project 100 goal of supporting 100 social enterprises around the world by 2020, but last night (Nov. 5) the non-profit organization took the time to celebrate the successful completion of the initial 50 in 5 campaign launched in 2015. “We’ve completed 50 in 5, we’re now embarking on this ambitious Project 100 to have 100 social enterprises up and running and in G Adventures tours by the end of next year,” said Jamie Sweeting, president of Planeterra, addressing the crowd gathered at the 50 Reasons to Celebrate event in Toronto....
Time To Act On The Ontario Travel Act
Richard Vanderlubbe is well versed in the Ontario Travel Industry Act. The founder and president of Hamilton-based tripcentral.ca has been a TICO board member for 20 years; he has been the chair of ACTA Ontario; and is currently a director for the national body of ACTA; and throughout it all, he's been an active participant in most of the key issues that have impacted on the travel industry in both Ontario and Canada for more than two decades now. So when Vanderlubbe calls the travel media together to talk about the Ontario Travel Industry Act and some of his concerns about it, you...
TPI Advisors Discover Cambodia With G Adventures
Travel Professionals International (TPI) and G Adventures travelled to Cambodia on a TPI exclusive Specialized Travel Education Program (STEP). The TPI STEP program is an exclusive education program that was created to educate TPI advisors about a destination, tour, excursion or cruise ship product. STEPs are provided in order to assist TPI advisors to develop and improve their knowledge of products offered for sale and in turn provide TPI Advisors’ customers with exceptional service and drive additional sales and revenue. The STEP trips are escorted by a TPI host along with the...
Goway Hosting Japan Fam
Goway, Air Canada and Shiba Park Hotel are inviting agents on a fam to the “Land of the Rising Sun.” As Japan grows in popularity, this is the “perfect opportunity to become the expert and assist your clients in enhancing their Japan journeys,” Goway says. The Nov. 10-18 trip includes roundtrip airfare on Air Canada from Vancouver or Toronto, seven night's single room accommodation, private transfers and touring, train tickets, English-speaking guides and breakfast daily. The cost is $3,359. Agents can RSVP to confirm space by advising their business development...
Culinary Explorations With Luxury Gold
As the popularity of food tourism continues to grow, Luxury Gold is further meeting client demand with the launch of new and exclusive 2020 Culinary & Cultural Discoveries Themed Journeys. According to officials, today’s traveller focuses on the “how to eat” aspect of their culinary travels and seeks “immersive experiences, full of learning in unique settings.” Luxury Gold’s new experiences take guests on a journey beyond the ordinary to explore distinct destinations that are rich in cultural and culinary delights. “With our ability to connect to the culturally...
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...