Tour Operators
Contiki Launches Revolutionary ‘ContikiCam’
Have your clients always dreamed of starring in their own reality TV show? Well now they can, and there's no audition necessary. Contiki has introduced the launch of the revolutionary new ContikiCam on all trips starting today. Staying connected while travelling is a priority for the youth traveller and officials say ContikiCam is the ultimate connection technology which will allow for seamless, hands-free connection at all times. ContikiCam is a discreet onboard camera that will capture clients’ every move and allow friends and family to follow, all from the comfort of their own...
‘G for Goodall’ Celebration
In celebration of the remarkable life and legacy of Dr. Jane Goodall as she turns 85 next week, G Adventures has introduced a gifting campaign that will deliver $85 donations for every Jane Goodall Collection tour booked across the globe between April 1-5. The birthday donations, made by G Adventures at no cost to travellers, will support the work of the Jane Goodall Institute of Canada, which was founded in 1977 to encourage protection of chimpanzees and to recognize the central role people play in the well-being of animals and habitat. It has since established innovative...
Vote Now For Your 2019 Agents’ Choice Favourites
Time is ticking as the April 5 voting deadline is fast approaching, so vote now. When you vote for your favourites in the Agents' Choice Readership Survey, you will automatically be entered in a draw to win one of six incredible prizes from our survey sponsors. That's right, all you have to do is vote! Vote for your favourite suppliers in 40+ categories and you could win ... Lisbon, Lima, or Las Vegas? Win two return, economy tickets from any Canadian city to anywhere Air Canada rouge or Air Canada flies. Buongiorno! Collette has booked two spots for you on their seven-day...
Goway Introduces ‘Great Outback Payback’
For a limited time, Goway Travel, in conjunction with Northern Territory Tourism in Australia, is offering a range of exclusive Northern Territory travel ideas, representing special savings to all travellers headed on the ultimate Outback adventure. Travellers can enjoy a free hotel night before or after a choice of two escorted vacations – Kakadu’s Ancient Secrets, a small group luxury tour, or the Best of the Outback vacation, which tours the centre of Australia. Also available are special airfare and bonus offers in two air-land inclusive vacations, Sydney, Rock and Reef or...
Transat Puts The Spotlight On Southern Italy
Air Transat is inviting travellers to discover the many charms of Southern Italy with two direct flights to Lamezia from Toronto. This destination is also available from Montreal, Vancouver and Calgary via Toronto. Of course, Rome and Venice, both accessible via direct flights from Montreal and Toronto, need no introduction. But for a taste of something new, Transat says the south of the country, with its cornucopia of activities and lush landscapes, is just waiting to be discovered. Located in the heart of Calabria, Lamezia is the perfect gateway to all the splendour found in the...
It’s a DATE
The most important event for the tourism industry in the Dominican Republic officially got underway yesterday (March 26) at The Grand Reserve at Paradisus by Meliá in Punta Cana. During the opening celebration for DATE, which stands for the Dominican Annual Tourism Exchange, the president of the Hotel and Tourism Association of the Dominican Republic, ASONAHORES, announced 2019 is off to a strong start as tourism arrivals continue on the same pace as last year with figures exceeding 6%, outpacing the global average. As for accommodation news, Paola Rainieri de Díaz also noted the room...
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...