Tour Operators
Earn 5% Bonus Commission On ACV Europe Bookings
For a limited time, Air Canada Vacations (ACV) is offering agents a 5% bonus commission when booking clients on any Europe package. The offer is valid on bookings made between March 25 and April 8 for travel between March 25 and Dec. 21, 2020. ACV is advising agents that now is also the time to book your groups. Agents will receive special NET group rates (contact Air Canada Vacations for a quote). The tour operator is also offering a special “Flash Sale” on its “Italy Express” package when booked by March 31. Rates start at $1,699 per person with taxes and others fees...
Merit Travel, WaterAid Making History in Tanzania
In celebration of World Water Day, Merit Travel Group is expanding its partnership with international non-profit organization WaterAid Canada as part of a nation-wide fundraising initiative. A unique online fundraiser auction, the Auction 4 Action -- https://merittravel.com/auction4action/ -- spearheaded by Merit Travel opens March 22, offering an array of exclusive travel rewards, going towards helping support WaterAid’s Tanzania: Deliver Life Program. Merit Travel’s efforts will serve to improve child health through the provision of water and sanitation services at 12...
TreadRight Foundation, WE Celebrate World Water Day
The TreadRight Foundation, a joint initiative between The Travel Corporation’s (TTC) family of brands, is celebrating World Water Day 2019 with its partner, WE, a family of organizations making doing good, doable. This World Water Day, TreadRight and WE have come together to partner with the community of Kanambu, Ecuador to deliver access to clean water to drink and use for cooking; develop healthy sanitation facilities for washing and going to the bathroom; and build infrastructure like irrigation or catchment systems to facilitate food production. The community is located in the...
Sailing On The River With Goway
Goway certainly knows that a river cruise is one of the best ways to see the great cities and regions of Europe. And it turns out that its customers think the same, as the operator continues to see an increase in passenger bookings on river cruises. “We have contracted all our 2019 vessels and have some great itineraries to expand our offerings,” says Craig Canvin, Goway’s VP UK & Europe. “We have found our river cruises continue to grow in popularity, therefore, booking early is essential.” Goway works with a variety of European partners on various waterways and takes...
Discover Another Side of Hungary
The vocal chops of a musical icon can be heard in the Spice of Europe promotional video for Budapest. The campaign spot features Queen’s frontman Freddie Mercury singing a Hungarian folk song during a concert behind The Iron Curtain in 1986 as it showcases the diversity of things to do in the capital city. While Budapest remains the top draw for travellers to the European destination, accounting for roughly 80% of visitors, promotional efforts are underway to spread tourism across the country to areas like the Tokaj wine region and scenic Lake Balaton. “Hungary is home to some...
Contiki Continues Its SEVEN Quest
Contiki continues its the “Contiki SEVEN” quest -- an eight-week long campaign that has been highlighting must-do epic, worldwide experiences handpicked by the youth adventure travel brand – with a stop to Ireland for the next two weeks, in partnership with Tourism Ireland. From now until March 31, 2019, three of Contiki's most popular trips that visit Ireland will be spotlighted with clients being able to save $250 off for a limited time. The three trips include Ireland, Great Britain and Ireland and Scotland and Ireland. In addition, clients can also save $250 off 27 of its...
H.I.S. Completes Red Label Vacations Acquisition
The acquisition of Red Label Vacations Inc. (RLV) – which operates TravelBrands – by a subsidiary of H.I.S. Co., Ltd. (H.I.S.) has now been completed. Frank DeMarinis will continue on as president and CEO of TravelBrands. In that role, DeMarinis will oversee a diverse portfolio of both retail and wholesale brands while driving the strategy and integration of the organization. TravelBrands' executive team will keep leading the organization and achieving its goals. Each with their own unique set of skills and expertise, the executive team members include: Diane Lattavo - senior...
Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day With Insight
It's time to celebrate St. Patrick's Day, with it the traditional tales of Irish folklore about shamrocks, leprechauns, and of course, Saint Patrick, and Insight Vacations is inviting travellers clients to celebrate the occasion by embarking on a journey through the Emerald Isle. “St. Patrick's Day is widely celebrated in Canada, with 15% of Canadians claiming Irish heritage and many others captivated by Irish culture and curious to discover the stunning landscapes of Ireland,” notes Brad Ford, president of Insight Vacations. “We offer clients opportunities to forge meaningful...