Tour Operators
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...
Walk in the Footsteps of Royalty with Kensington
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s recent visit to Morocco included key experiences that Kensington Tours exclusively offers clients. The High Atlas Mountains was a central stop for the Duke and Duchess of Sussex on their official three-day visit to the North African country, and it’s a must-see on Kensington Tours’ exclusive Morocco Highlights & High Atlas Mountains trip. The towering cliffs of the natural wonder provide immaculate views of Marrakech and are the ideal setting for a private-guided off road adventure and intimate picnic. The itinerary also offers a visit to...
Trafalgar Appointment
Trafalgar has appointed Lora Hamre sales manager for Southwestern Ontario. Hamre began her career in the travel industry over 16 years ago on the retail travel side. Most recently, she transitioned to the role in business development and territory management, specializing in ocean and river cruising, as well as guided vacations. In her new role, Hamre will be responsible for overseeing sales as well as nurturing relationships with agents and agencies from across Southwestern Ontario. She can be reached at [email protected] or by calling 1-800-834-5677, ext....
A World Of Difference With Collette
In 2020, Collette’s newly relaunched small-group travel style, Explorations, is going to feature impact moments for travellers to make a difference as they discover and explore the world. These moments include supporting social enterprises and non-profits, such as the Sheroes’ Hangout, a cafe in India staffed by women who were victims of acid attacks. “We’ll go there and guests are still getting a Collette experience, they’re still getting something immersive, they’re still getting a delicious meal, but then on the other side of it, just by utilizing a vendor like that,...
Take The Train, Get Two Free Nights in Cape Town
Goway is offering two free nights in Cape Town for customers travelling on the Shongololo Express on the March 2020 departure. “This train experience is one of our most popular travel concepts,” says Moira Smith, general manager for Goway Africa. Likened to a “cruise on wheels,” it is an ideal way to explore South Africa. Guests sleep on the train and sightsee during the day. Breakfast and dinners are included. The 15-day train journey covers many of South Africa’s highlights including the Garden Route, Zululand, Kruger National Park and the Drakensberg Mountains. The...