Tour Operators
Power Of The People
Donald Trump’s exhortation of “America First” and all the debate around NAFTA might have some in the travel industry wondering: how does this affect me? Quite likely much more than you think, writes Brett Walker in an exclusive commentary in this week's digital edition of Canadian Travel Press. While few, if any of us, will have a smidgen of influence on any future trade agreement; tourism as a whole plays a very important role in trade. Yet, your industry and mine, our business interests and our personal and collective futures are rarely mentioned in any political or even...
Riu Palace Punta Cana Re-Opens
Sunwing is advising agents that the Riu Palace Punta Cana has re-opened, offering guests a host of new amenities along with new, sleek decor. The resort is exclusive to the Signature Collection by Sunwing and is set on the pristine white sands of Arena Gorda Beach and surrounded by acres of tropical gardens. The all-inclusive resort now features a new interior design in common areas such as the lobby, however, the original architectural theme of a European palace has been preserved. All 676 rooms have received a makeover and feature spacious bathrooms that include large walk-in...
Merrithew, de Grandpré Leaving Merit Travel Group
Merit Travel is transitioning its leadership team as Merit founders Louise de Grandpré and Michael Merrithew have announced their intention to leave the company. H.I.S – Merit Travel announced that Phil Sproul will become CEO, effective immediately. “We want to congratulate Louise and Michael for their incredible accomplishment in building an industry leading company over the past 27 years,” said Hideo Hatano, global business development director, H.I.S “Going forward, the team led by Phil Sproul will drive our growth trajectory across our Loyalty, Corporate and Leisure...
TravelBrands Offers Free Portable GPS Rentals
Travellers can now receive free GPS rentals through TravelBrands, available with car rentals and assisting clients in ensuring they do not get lost on their vacations. “We want to give travellers access to the world and make sure they don’t get lost along the way,” says Nathalie Tanious, vice-president, TravelBrands. “With just a $50 shipping fee, our rental option is far less expensive than GPS add-on options from local car rental suppliers.” The portable GPS units are the latest widescreen Garmin Nuvi’s and are known as a must-have when travelling. A routing map for...
Goway Invites Travellers to Celebrate on the Rhine
Germany makes for a great vacation at any time of year, but it’s in December that Central Europe’s largest country comes alive with its Christmas markets, and coupled with a cruise on the Rhine makes for an unforgettable winter vacation. Goway’s Christmas Markets Cruise – aboard the Amadeus Silver II – on the Rhine takes in many of western Germany’s prettiest towns. It also including visits to traditional Christmas markets and festive celebrations on board. The journey ends with a full day in the city of Cologne, including a visit to Cologne Cathedral, followed by free...
Globus, Cosmos Launch 2019 Faith-Based Brochure
The Globus family of brands in Canada has launched its 2019 Religious Travel brochure, featuring 10 tours, each designed to allow Christians to explore the roots and stories of their faith with fellow believers. The escorted tours, offered by both Globus and its value-brand cousin Cosmos, are available throughout Europe – including Italy, France, Spain, Portugal and Ireland, as well as to Israel and Jordan. There are three new Cosmos tours, a week-long Shrines of Alpine Europe, nine-day Shrines of Northern Italy & Rome and the 14-day Shrines of Italy. Tours range from six to...
Sunwing Expands Flight Options From Victoria
Sunwing is offering residents of Victoria more options to escape to the sun this winter with the introduction of flight options from their local airport to three its most popular Pacific Mexico destinations. Travellers can take advantage of weekly Saturday departures from Dec. 22 to March 30, 2019 to Puerto Vallarta, Monday flights to Los Cabos between Nov. 5 and April 22, 2019 and a weekly service on Tuesdays to Huatulco from Nov. 6 until April 16, 2019. Sunwing offers a range of resorts in Pacific Mexico, including the Riu Palace Pacifico in Puerto Vallarta, the newly renovated...
ACV Has Sandals, Beaches Group Offer
Sandals & Beaches and Air Canada Vacations (ACV) are offering an exclusive group promotion to all of their resorts. Book your clients’ group by Aug. 3 for travel completed by Dec. 20, 2020 and passengers in every sixth room will fly and stay free (restrictions apply). This offer is valid for all group types such as incentive and wedding. Groups booking with ACV and Sandals & Beaches receive unlimited golf at select resorts, $1,500 Premium wedding perks, $500 future travel credit, no deposit wedding for 90 days, free upgrade to Business Class for the bride and groom and...