Tour Operators
Intrepid Unveils New ‘Expedition’ Tour Options
For travellers looking to venture to the world’s most-remote cities, Intrepid Travel has nine new itineraries as part of its annually released range of Expedition tours. Set to depart in 2018 and 2019, the experiences that explore areas like the Congo Basin’s tropical rainforests will be the newest and most adventurous trips in the company’s portfolio. “We created the Expeditions to innovate and test new product in the continuously growing adventure travel sector,” said Leigh Barnes, Intrepid Travel’s director of North America. “As adventure travel has become...
Super Value Tours Expands Into Peru In 2018
Super Value Tours is expanding its tour program for 2018 with the addition of Peru, South America. The nine-day, eight-night journey gives travellers a chance to visit Peru’s capital and gastronomic centre, Lima; the ancient capital and stronghold of the Inca Empire, Cusco and the Sacred Valley; the highest navigable body of water in the world, Lake Titicaca; and Machu Picchu. Two departures are scheduled – June 29 and Oct. 12. “We designed this Peru tour to combine all the best highlights into a comfortable, relaxing and breathtaking experience,” say officials. “One of...
Goway Invites Agents to Discover Iceland
Travel to Iceland this winter or spring just got easier – and more affordable – for travel agents with Goway now offering special rates on its Iceland programs. Despite its location in the North Atlantic, Iceland’s winters are quite mild, regularly staying around the freezing mark. And heading to Iceland in winter or spring allows agents to avoid the summer crowds and take advantage of the special rates. Agents can choose from the following itineraries: Nature’s Treasures & Northern Lights Escorted Group Tour, five nights, six days; Iceland Complete Escorted Group Tour,...
ACV Does ‘Europe Your Way’
Air Canada Vacations (ACV) has unveiled its Europe Your Way brochure for 2018, highlighted by122 vacation packages (66 of them new) and 50 cruises. The program focuses on Greece, Italy, Portugal, Spain, Ireland, Scotland, England, France, Iceland, Croatia and Central Europe, all segmented into different categories – Fly & Drive Vacations, Fly & Rail Vacations, Guided Rail Tours, Urban Getaways, Design Your Own Urban Getaways, Guided Tours, Island Hopping, Amalfi Coast Escapes, French Riviera Escapes, Seaside Escapes, Family Getaways, Journeys at Sea (cruises) and River...
Trafalgar Unveils Italy 2018
Trafalgar has launched its 2018 Italy program featuring 17 itineraries ranging from seven to 17 days and including Sicily and a four-day Aegean cruise option on the Best of Italy and Greece excursion. In celebration of the new Italy program, Trafalgar is offering travellers a 10% Early Payment Discount. “Italy is the number one European destination for our Canadian guests who simply fall under the spell of la dolce vita and every year we continue to innovate and further enhance our program with a myriad of authentic experiences,” said Wolf Paunic, president of Trafalgar Canada....
Sunwing Encourages Agents to Learn, Earn and Win
For the month of December, Sunwing has partnered with select hotels and resorts in Roatan and La Ceiba in Honduras to showcase what these leading destinations featuring ecological wonders have to offer. Until Dec. 31, agents can earn 4% bonus commission and receive STAR Agent Reward Points that convert into cash on all new bookings to either destination. Plus, each time an agent makes a booking to any participating resort in either destination, they’ll gain a ballot for a chance to win an all-inclusive vacation for two to one of these vacation hot spots. All participating resorts...
Intair Giving Back To Agents
Intair, a TravelBrands company, is giving back to agents this holiday season by hosting a “12 Days of Giveaways sweepstakes.” The campaign started Dec. 4 and runs through Dec. 19, with a new prize given away each day. Intair’s 12 Days of Giveaways offers a wide range of products for travel agents to enjoy. The list of prize items include: a Pandora airplane charm, $100 Visa Gift Card, a chance to win 10 Pack Intair Admin Fee Waivers, a Fitbit, $500 airline giveaway voucher, a chance to receive 3x Loyalty Rewards points, $20 Petro Canada gas gift card, $20 Tim Hortons card, a...
Escape to the Next Level of Luxury with ACV
Air Canada Vacations (ACV) has unveiled its new Ultimate Escapes Collection – highlighted by dreamy hideaways, seaside settings, gourmet cuisine, state-of-the-art amenities and impeccable service, all with the discerning traveller in mind. The new product line for ACV offers travellers an escape into luxury with one of the 43 handpicked properties in 15 destinations across Mexico, the Caribbean and the US. Accommodations include ocean-facing suites and villas with private round-trip transfers, as well as the option to dine from the menus of award-winning chefs, enjoy vast wine...