Tour Operators
Going For The Gold
Luxury Gold, which is curated by Insight Vacations, is launching its first “truly worldwide” program in 2017 – adding 15 new itineraries, 9 new countries, 2 new continents and an exciting Immersive Volunteer Trip extension for the first time ever. Canadian clients who book early will save up to 10% ($2,534 per couple) if paid in full by Jan. 12, 2017. John Boulding, global CEO, Luxury Gold, said that: “To travel with Luxury Gold is to travel beyond the ordinary. From the breath-taking five-star accommodation to the personal attention of our travelling concierges and truly...
Save With Signature
Signature Vacations is offering savings of up to 40% on vacation packages departing between Dec. 21, 2016 and Oct. 31, 2017 to RIU Hotels & Resorts. In addition, travellers who book their winter vacation by Oct. 25, 2016, can reserve now and pay later with a reduced deposit of just $50 per person. And travellers that take advantage of this limited time offer could be among the first guests to experience two of RIU’s newest and most exciting adults only resorts. Just opened this June, Riu Republica is set in expansive tropical gardens descending to Arena Gorda’s white sand...
ACV Offer Air Inclusive On MSC Divina
Air Canada Vacations is now offering weekly Saturday sailings out of Miami onboard the MSC Divina. The packages - available through Sirev - include roundtrip air; transfers; a seven-night cruise; plus all taxes and fees. Twelve beverage vouchers that can be used for beer, non-premium spirits, soft drinks and bottled water are also included in the package as well as 50% off all fitness classes and personal training; complimentary delivery fee for room service; and complimentary continental breakfast in bed. Clients that book by Oct. 31, 2016 will save $175 and only need to pay a...
Good Deeds, Well Done
Agents and various other industry members were in a generous mood during the Transat Sun Academies cross-Canada tour in September, contributing a total of $6,300 to SOS Children’s Villages. That organization, present in 134 countries, is the world’s largest charity providing loving homes for children who have been abandoned or orphaned. Nicole Bursey, commercial director for Transat Tours Canada, said: “A big thank-you to all the advisors who gave so generously to this cause that we care so much about. We already know that this money will go toward helping children who really...
Air Transat Unveils New Ad Campaign
Air Transat has unveiled its new advertising campaign, “Vacation is calling.” The campaign was developed in partnership with the Sid Lee creative agency and includes web, social media, television, radio, display and print advertising. And with this new inspirational campaign, Transat said it is reaffirming its role as a holiday travel leader while unveiling new colours that are more representative than ever of its brand promise, which is to brighten the everyday with the joy of vacations. The video component of the campaign shows a world that is part real and part...
ACV Enhances Play Out West
Air Canada Vacations' popular Play collection for families is back again this year and has been expanded to include more than 100 resorts. Plus it’s also now applicable to groups. Play resorts are located throughout Mexico and the Caribbean and include supervised kids’ clubs and dedicated pool areas; kids menus; rooms for families of five; kid-friendly entertainment; and a kids stay and eat for free option. Families also receive an inflight experience including pre-boarding and a $10 meal voucher for every member. ACV’s Play program operating out of Western Canada has not...
A Little Extra From ACV
In a salute to its travel agent partners, Air Canada Vacations is offering 16% commission on cruise-only bookings made online from Oct. 11to Oct. 25, 2016. As well, agents booking clients on ACV’s all-in-one cruise packages until Oct. 31, 2016 will earn 12%. Clients that book a cruise package by this date will save $175 per person and only pay a $100 deposit. Travel agents will also have a chance to win a seven-night Caribbean cruise for two for all-in-one cruise packages booked online. Roundtrip airfare is included in the prize. Contest ends April 15, 2017. For more, sail...
ACV Introduces New Travel Advisory Board
Air Canada Vacations (ACV) has introduced its new Travel Advisory Board (TAB), comprised of 28 travel professionals specializing in groups, cruises, international and sun products – from independent agencies to chains from coast to coast. TAB was created to give agents a voice within Air Canada Vacations, allowing representatives to directly speak to and work with senior management on issues that matter most. Members will have the opportunity to influence key strategies; share needs and challenges; help ACV understand what it needs to do to propel its relationship with the trade; and...