Tour Operators
Sunwing Offers Agents A Bonus
Throughout April, Sunwing is featuring Antigua as its destination of the month and offering agents a 4% bonus commission, in addition to STAR Agent Reward Points on all new bookings to the Caribbean island for departures between May 1 and Oct. 31. Plus, each time an agent makes a booking to any participating resort, they’ll be entered into a weekly contest for a chance to win an all-inclusive vacation for two to Antigua. Agents' clients can also take advantage of savings of up to 40% and enjoy room upgrades at participating resorts such as The Verandah Resort and Spa, Pineapple...
ACV Connects Montreal And Ireland
Tell your clients to pack their bags and take off aboard Air Canada Vacations' new direct flight to Ireland from Montreal every Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Saturday during the summer season, from June 2 to Oct. 13. ACV's Ireland your way 2018 features a range of programs that include the Urban getaway, Fly & Rail vacations, Fly & Drive vacations and Guided Tours travel options. Travellers can create their own Urban Getaway to Dublin and then personalise it with a vast choice of activities such as a gourmet excursion or a full-day excursion to the Cliffs of Moher...
TTC Working to Improve the Lives of Animals
The Travel Corporation's (TTC) family of brands, including Contiki and Trafalgar, have partnered with World Animal Protection to help ensure their policies and itineraries improve the lives of animals everywhere they travel. World Animal Protection has worked with TTC in reshaping the experiences they offer to be more animal-friendly and supporting the phase out of cruel activities including bullfights, captive whale and dolphin attractions and, most significantly, removing elephant rides and shows from their trips visiting Thailand. “At TTC and our not-for-profit The TreadRight...
CostSaver Introduces New Pilgrimage Experiences
CostSaver is celebrating the Easter holiday season with its new 2018 Travel with Faith specialty program offering spiritually meaningful and faith-based immersive experiences. Each of the six pilgrimage experiences, starting at $111 per day, are specifically designed to provide a deeper and enriching understanding of these spiritual communities and the depth of each religious custom and tradition. “The Easter season ushers in a time of reflection and we have seen a heightened interest especially in our faith-based journeys that inspires Canadian clients to feel a renewed sense of...
Eat, Drink and Travel With Collette
Collette has launched a delicious series of tours featuring a culinary aspect. Guests will embark on new adventures around the world by sampling authentic regional cuisine and connecting with individuals who keep local traditions alive while creating new ones for the next generation. From the vineyards of Provence to the ancient teahouses of Beijing to the spice markets of Marrakesh, a tour of global flavours awaits. Guests of Collette’s tour to Portugal and Its Islands can try the signature dish of the Azores, cozido das furnas, cooked in a hot spring heated by volcanic steam....
Book Air With TravelBrands, Get Car Rental Discount
Travel agents can fuel their clients’ getaways by receiving a promo code for a car rental with Hertz every time they make an air booking with TravelBrands. The tour operator launched the new cross-selling capability at the beginning of the month. Once an agent completes an air booking, they will receive a “Promo Alert” for a discount on a car rental. The designated promo code will also be available in the “My Bookings” screen underneath the associated air booking number on TravelBrands’ Access platform. All air bookings are eligible for the promotion. To use the promo...
Trafalgar Offers Agents Group Booking Incentive
With its ongoing #AgentsFirst commitment, Trafalgar is now offering agents an enhanced, dedicated Groups team and lucrative commissions for group bookings. Whether agent's clients are part of a club or association, a school group, or simply looking for unique itinerary for a group of family or friends, Trafalgar is offering the following incentives for agents' bookings. Bonus Commission For Groups: Book nine-plus passengers and receive $150 in bonus commission; Book 16 or more and receive $250 in bonus commission. “Trafalgar continues to support our Canadian agents for a very...
Globus, Cosmos Guarantee Departures
Hot on the heels of announcing all 2018 Europe departures for all brands are now guaranteed, the Globus family of brands has announced the same for North America. Sister brands Globus and Cosmos, which offer escorted tours in the US, Canada and Mexico, have guaranteed that every remaining departure will operate this year. This includes Globus’ three tours to Hawaii. In all, Globus offers 52 itineraries from seven to 17 days; while Cosmos has 31, ranging from seven to 15 days. “We know that guaranteeing departures for clients makes a sale even easier,” says Stéphanie...