Tour Operators
Luxury Gold Putting Smiles on Travellers’ Faces
March 20 is the International Day of Happiness and Luxury Gold Vacations is looking to send Canadian clients to the happiest places on earth. A newly released 2018 World Happiness Report lists Finland, Norway, Denmark, Iceland and Sweden as the top five happiest places in the world. The top spot Luxury Gold's own list is the magical country of Bhutan, “a place so peacefully content, it was the originator of the celebration.” A former Prime Minister of Bhutan first proposed a World Happiness Day to the United Nations in 2011 to call attention to a worldwide focus on citizens’...
Walk in the Footsteps of Nelson Mandela
2018 marks the year that Nelson Mandela (Madiba) would have turned 100 and to celebrate his legacy Goway has put together a special tour commemorating his centenary. The “Walking in His Footsteps” experience highlights milestones and events that shaped the course of South African history during Mandela’s lifetime. This deluxe tour includes Madiba-inspired tourist attractions in Johannesburg, Durban and Cape Town. In addition to highlighting the must-dos in these three cities, the tour includes such historic sites as the apartheid museum, Robben Island and the Nelson Mandela...
Ahead By A Century
Very few tour operators can claim 100 years of experience. In fact, along with Cox & Kings and Thomas Cook, Collette, which is celebrating its centennial anniversary this year, is in pretty exclusive company, reports assistant editor, Ann Ruppenstein in this week's Travel Courier cover story. “After 100 years of perfecting the guided tour experience, I always say Collette is old enough to know better,” Ron Lonsdale, vice president of Canada at Collette, tells Travel Courier. “The company has really grown and evolved over the years. We've adapted change in the industry over the...
Agents Can Win A Carnival Cruise In Encore Contest
Encore Cruises, a division of TravelBrands, is making a splash in the TravelBrands Facebook group with a limited-time, exclusive Carnival Cruise Line contest. Running from March 14-28, travel agents have the opportunity to win a spot for two on the all-new Carnival Horizon inaugural sailing in September. The winner will also receive roundtrip flights for two to Miami, one-night pre- or post-stay at the Four Points by Sheraton Miami Beach and a $250 Visa gift card. “We are thrilled to be partnering up with Carnival Cruise Line to ensure that our agents are engaged in this product...
Sunwing Foundation Launches ‘Flying Start’ Initiative
The Sunwing Foundation has launched the Flying Start initiative to provide students at local schools across destinations served by the travel company with all the essential tools and building blocks for a successful education. The program collects new and gently used books and Sunwing Airlines flies them down to schools in need of such materials, together with backpacks filled with stationery and other essential supplies for learning. The first phase of Flying Start will involve the collection of gently used and new children’s books at the 2018 National Home Show, taking place...
Collette Launches St. Patrick’s Day Flash Sale
Collette has launched a special St. Patrick’s Day Flash Sale on air-inclusive tours to Ireland. Available through March 18, air-inclusive tours start from $2,298 per person. All rates include land, $399 round-trip airfare, taxes and fuel surcharges from eligible gateways. Agents must mention code IRELAND399. “We’re offering some amazing deals in conjunction with our 100th year celebration for agents to pass along to their clients,” said Courtney Iannuccilli, vice-president of marketing. “Explore Ireland to see beautiful castles, experience the unique culture, and behold...
ACV Partners With Uniworld
Air Canada Vacations (ACV) has teamed up with Uniworld River Cruises and U by Uniworld to offer itineraries on some of the world’s most legendary rivers in more than 20 destinations across Europe, China, Russia, Egypt, India, Cambodia and Vietnam. Uniworld Boutique River Cruises comprise all-inclusive products with world-class gourmet cuisine, fully stocked bathrooms and bars, personalized service, elegant suites and well-designed itineraries. U by Uniworld cruises takes travellers to select cities in Europe and include many great features such as two meals per day and select...
Go Custom With Katarina Line
Croatia's Katarina Line is expanding its customizable tour options for 2018 as the North American group travel market heats up. The company's fully customizable programs include a wider range of tours catering to groups such as music aficionados, youth travel, food lovers, history buffs, soft adventure vacationers, as well as those seeking classic sightseeing tours. The new tours also include more excursions into neighboring countries such as Slovenia, Bosnia, Montenegro, and Serbia, among others, and feature English speaking guides and private buses. As well, Katarina Line is...