Tour Operators
Goway Adds Incentives for Downunder Bookings
Goway is offering agents who book an air and land inclusive vacation Downunder up to $55 per two-person booking on their Goway rewards card. For clients looking for a complete travel arrangement to Australia or New Zealand where the air transportation and the land (accommodation, touring etc.) are included, Goway has it covered. Clients get the advantage of a complete travel package, plus the benefit of special airfares, which Goway combines with the land arrangements. Through March 31, agents who book their clients on a Goway air and land inclusive vacation to Australia or New...
ACV Puts the Spotlight on Antigua
Air Canada Vacations (ACV) is putting the spotlight on Antigua, known for its white-sand beaches and as a true haven for those with relaxation in mind. In partnership with Elite Island Resorts, ACV offers packages to The Verandah Resort & Spa, St. James's Club & Villas, Pineapple Beach Club and the Galley Bay Resort & Spa, with year-round service out of Toronto aboard Air Canada. The Verandah Resort & Spa – An all-inclusive four-star resort with 200 suites and beachfront properties ideal for weddings and families. This resort is part of the Play program, which...
Contiki Encourages Canadians to ‘Travel Together’
From BFF’s, “bromances” to finding “the one,” millions of relationships have been formed over the years on any given Contiki adventure. And putting the “group” back in “group travel,” Contiki has launched a new, fun and engaging campaign that encourages clients to travel together and form new bonds with other millennials from around the world. Entitled, “Travel Together, Connected Forever,” Canadians are reminded about the fact that travel is an experience best shared – especially with a group of best friends or a romantic partner. Founded on the...
Sunwing Partners With Planet Hollywood
Sunwing Travel Group has signed a deal with iconic lifestyle brand Planet Hollywood in a partnership designed to increase the footprint of Planet Hollywood’s hotel operations globally. Initially, Planet Hollywood Beach Resort Costa Rica will open this fall and Planet Hollywood Resort Cancun will open in spring 2019, marking Planet Hollywood’s first foray into the luxury all-inclusive category. “The Planet Hollywood brand has always been about delivering unique and memorable experiences that translate into lifelong memories for our guests,” said Robert Earl, Planet...
Contiki Sounds
Contiki has launched two new “Sounds” trips as part of its Limited Edition series. The two adventures were designed in partnership with one of the world’s largest summer music festivals, Reading Festival, and will offer clients a VIP festival experience. The two limited time departures will also include additional musical experiences and the chance to witness some of the UK’s top destinations. The combination of musical education, partying at one of the world’s biggest musical festivals and immersing oneself into the distinctly “cool Britannia” culture makes these two...
CATO Keeps Taking Care of Business
Despite the cliché to the contrary, perception is not always the reality. Consider, for example, the Canadian Association of Tour Operators (CATO). It hasn't had a very high profile – certainly not in the trade media – but it has been busy working closely with the Travel Industry Council of Ontario (TICO), ACTA and others on the changes that are being made to the province's travel industry act, reports Bob Mowat in this week's digital edition of Canadian Travel Press. As its new chairman, Tim Croyle – who also happens to be vice-president and general manager of WestJet...
Sunwing ‘Wintervention’ Sale
Sunwing is helping Canadians get a well-deserved break from the cold with a newly launched “Wintervention” sale. According to officials, travellers booking by Feb. 23 can take advantage of some of the lowest prices of the season and save up to $1,000 per couple on vacation packages to top-rated resorts across the Caribbean, Mexico and Central America. Included in the sale is the family resort Grand Sunset Princess All Suites and Spa Resort in Riviera Maya, Mexico. Also included in the promotion is the popular beachfront resort, Riu Bambu, in Dominican Republic’s Punta Cana....
G Adventures Back Sailing in the BVIs
G Adventures has relaunched its seven-day sailing tours in the British Virgin Islands. Sailing from, and returning to, the island of Tortola on a 47-ft. catamaran, the tour sees travellers snorkelling in caves, swimming with turtles, cycling around the volcanic islands and putting up sail to explore the BVIs’ turquoise waters. Designed for travellers will all levels of sailing experience, and with plenty of shore time, the tour encourages travellers to get to know the locals, dine at their restaurants, visit their businesses and enjoy an authentic island experience. “Now is the...