Tour Operators
Europe Bound
TravelBrands has introduced a new Europe brochure focusing on hotels, cars and cruises. The brochure encompasses the tour operator's complete suite of products under the TravelBrands umbrella, including a spread on Exotik Tours. “Travel professionals can shop and book the most comprehensive customized package solutions in the industry. Whether travellers want to spend four nights in Paris for some retail therapy and visit some of the most iconic sights in the world, take advantage of a multi-destination vacation in their two favourite cities in Spain, enjoy the historic sites of...
Agents Can Win With Transat
Transat has launched a new incentive giving agents a chance to win a European cruise aboard the new MSC Meraviglia. For every Meraviglia booking made between April 1-30, they will automatically be entered into a draw. The prize includes: cruise package for two aboard the MSC Meraviglia sailing from Marseille, France, including roundtrip flight, cruise, transfers and taxes, and Option Plus upgrade for two on Air Transat. As well, agents will earn a 15% commission on every MSC Meraviglia booking. New to Transat’s cruise program this summer are exclusive sailings aboard the...
Sunwing Releases New Groups Guide
Sunwing has unveiled the latest edition of its Groups Guide. The updated guide offers a number of useful features to assist agents with group bookings, including detailed hotel information, Sunwing Airlines summary of flights, as well as exclusive offers for destination weddings, family and friend reunions, special interest travel, meeting and incentive groups, and more. Agents can also access competitive group pricing and promotions on Instant Group Quotes at http://www.sunwingagents.ca and benefit from a number of incentives. With flights from 34 gateways across Canada, group...
ACV Launches Agent-Dedicated YouTube Channel
Air Canada Vacations (ACV) has launched ACV TV, a dedicated YouTube channel for the travel trade. Utilizing the video sharing site as another medium to stay connected with its partners, agents will be able to view personalized messages from ACV’s senior management team and stay informed with relevant updates on products and incentives. Agents are also encouraged to share, comment and like the content posted on ACV TV. The first videos on the channel come from Managing Director Nino Montagnese and Vice-President, Sales & Partnerships George Platanitis regarding the tour...
ACV Offers Cosmopolitan Specials
From now until the end of the year, Air Canada Vacations (ACV) is offering travellers four special deals on bookings at The Cosmopolitan in Las Vegas, including discounts and free nights, and complimentary breakfast. With the “Make Waves and Steal Glances” promotion, when clients book a minimum two-night stay by Sept. 30, they will receive a free pool gift bag full of summer necessities and unique Cosmopolitan inclusions. The Luxury for Longer promotion offers a 15% discount on three-night stays or longer for bookings made by April 30. This offer is valid for travel until Dec....
TreadRight Launches Earth Day Campaign
The TreadRight Foundation has launched a campaign to support TreadRight Heritage Initiative partner Wildlife SOS – India this coming Earth Day. For every booking made on April 22 with The Travel Corporation's (TTC) family of brands around the world, The TreadRight Foundation will donate $1 to Wildlife SOS - India to help save elephants in abusive or harmful situations. Asian elephants in India suffer from a lack of elephant welfare awareness and public awareness, sadly resulting in the exploitation of elephants for street begging, circus performances/entertainment and temple...
TravelBrands Says Thanks
Networking, fun and prizes, as well as a little education, were the order of the day as TravelBrands held its annual Agent Appreciation event last night (April 4) at Paramount in Woodbridge, Ont. More than 500 agents attended the Toronto event and were treated to a tradeshow, entertainment, food and lots of prizes. Workshops on TravelBrands' popular agent portal, Access, were also available. TravelBrands' president Frank DeMarinis told PressToday that the evening was all about thanking agents and industry partners, as well as an opportunity to promote the newly enhanced Access tool,...
ACV Takes Off To Europe
Air Canada Vacations is taking off to Europe with the release of its new Europe brochure. The 160 page collection focuses on 10 destinations - Portugal, Spain, France, Italy, Greece, Central Europe, England, Scotland, Ireland and Iceland - segmented into categories that include: Urban Getaways; Guided Tours, Fly & Drive Vacations; Fly & Rail Vacations, Island Hopping; French Riviera Escape; Amalfi Coast Escape and Cruise Escapes. Nino Montagnese, managing director of Air Canada Vacations, said, “It's here and we couldn't be more excited. The new Europe and Cruise...