Tour Operators
Adventure Canada Secures Access to HMS Erebus Site
Adventure Canada, in an exclusive partnership this summer with Parks Canada, is striking out once more to the legendary wreckage site of the Franklin Expedition’s HMS Erebus as part of its iconic Into the Northwest Passage and Out of the Northwest Passage 2019 expeditions. Since the last confirmed sightings of the 1845 Franklin Expedition’s two ships more than 170 years ago, HMS Erebus and HMS Terror have captured the imaginations of aspiring explorers everywhere. The complete picture of what happened to the ships and the 129 crew members is still being untangled through Inuit...
Transat Puts the Spotlight on Family Travel to Greece
Whitewashed villages, temples with Doric columns, blue-green seas and stands of cypress trees are just a glimpse of what awaits travellers heading to Greece and its islands this summer. Transat is encouraging Canadian families looking for adventure, leisure and history to take advantage of its various travel options for discovering Greece and shares tips for a successful summer holiday in this mythical land. Preparing kids and stimulating their imaginations In her Experience Transat blog entitled Découvrir la Grèce en famille, Nathalie Richard proposes a couple of ways for...
ACV Launches Summer Europe Sale
Air Canada Vacations (ACV) has introduced a summer sale, offering some of its best deals on Europe vacation packages for August departures. Included are popular vacation packages such as Best of Greece, Taste of Ireland, Wonder of Italy, London & Paris and more. The starts on June 3. “We know that your customers are now looking to book Europe this summer, so no better time for Air Canada Vacations to offer you these amazing deals in exclusivity. Don’t forget that when you book our Economy Base fare, the first bag is free when you reserve a European package with Air Canada...
G Adventures Expands Sailing Program
Increased interest in Mediterranean small-group sailing adventures to secluded spots in Europe has led adventure operator G Adventures to launch a new itinerary travelling to lesser-known locations between Venice and Zadar, Croatia. The new trip is only offered by G Adventures, and travels through the Gulf of Trieste to the Slovenian Coast, then through the Istrian Peninsula and Kvarner Bay Islands in Croatia, famous for their seafood and beaches. Vince Donnelly, G Adventures’ global sailing manager, says the new itinerary typifies what small-group sailing is all about; getting...
Happy 20th Softvoyage!
Twenty years in the travel business is an eternity. Twenty years in the travel technology business is something more than an eternity. So it's no wonder that the gang at Softvoyage hosted a celebration for about 110 of its travel agency and tour operator partners in Toronto last night (May 23) and they did it in a big way at the top of Toronto's CN Tower. Co-founders Moise Levy and Steve Ringuet along with its growing team were hosts of the evening and Levy, when asked about the last 20 years, was quick to point out there have been a lot of changes, noting that the Internet has...
Trafalgar Offering Agents 50% Savings on Select 2019 Trips
Trafalgar is closing out Agent Appreciation Month with exclusive new agent offers of savings of 50% off select 2019 trips. For a limited time, agents can experience “The Good Life” and save 50% off select 2019 Europe and Britain summer trips for themselves and a companion. Agents are encouraged to book quick and secure their preferred trip as the deals are on a first-come, first-serve basis. Trips include: Best of Croatia and Slovenia (July 21 departure); Bohemian Highlights (July 13 departure); Highlights of France and Barcelona (Aug. 16 departure); Best of Italy (June 19,...
Trafalgar Unveils New 2020 Africa Program
After it’s highly anticipated launch last year, Trafalgar has announced the release of its new series of Africa trips for 2020. For Trafalgar, as one of all seven continents the brand travels to, Africa holds particular significance as the home of the Tollman family, owners of Trafalgar as part of The Travel Corporation (TTC), the largest privately owned travel company in the world. With generations of the Tollman’s being born and raised in Africa, the trips have been curated with family memories and connections front and centre. Each inclusion, optional, meal and accommodation...
Exodus Launches ‘Remember Life is Good’ Promo
Exodus Travels has launched a “Remember Life is Good” campaign, encouraging travellers to book between May 20 and June 13 to enjoy $200 off any small group or self-guided tours to 100-plus countries. Exodus officials noted that contrary to popular belief, travel is more than just the journey – the transformation that takes place on a spectacular adventure “boosts our mood, expands our cultural understanding and opens our eyes to how truly amazing – albeit, unpredictable – life can be.” Whether it’s sipping your way through the verdant vineyards of Tuscany, sampling the...