Tour Operators
A Little Adventure With Exodus
Eastern Europe is hot and Exodus Travels has a host of new programs offering travellers a chance to explore the region's trendy cities with underground bars, quiet backroads and some of the finest up-and-coming vineyards out there. The operator features seven new programs that range from a weekend of trekking to Slovenias highest peak to being fully-immersed in Macedonias eclectic history and contrasting natural beauty. Programs include: Europe's Frontier: Moldova & Ukraine which is eight days in length and is priced from CAD$1,805; The Best of the Via Dinarica: Albania,...
Dynamic Growth
Club Med reports that 2017 saw the company demonstrate “dynamic” sales growth, increasing its client base to its highest since 2000 (up 6.6%). And supported by the momentum created by mountain and long-haul resorts, 2018 is expected to see further success across all of Club Med's markets. In 2017, Club Med's business volume rose 3.8% to €1527 M and revenue increased by 4.4%. Net income before tax and non-recurring items increased by 20%. Village operating profits also went up 16.6% and are growing in every region world-wide (Europe-Africa, America and Asia). The strategy was...
Globus Guarantees Oberammergau Pricing
Kim Clarke, director of sales with the Globus family of brands, reports that the company is guaranteeing the pricing, in Canadian dollars, of all of its Oberammergau Passion Play 2020 tours – but only when clients are booked by June 5. At the same time, the company has announced that it will be accommodating clients in the Hotel Boeld, which is located in the heart of the village and just steps from Oberammergau’s main street. “Guaranteed pricing for a tour taking place two years away is almost unheard of and gives clients enormous peace of mind,” says Clarke. “This is a...
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....