Tour Operators
Holiday season perks from Sunwing Vacations
While the festive season may be in full swing, there’s still time for travel advisors to help their clients celebrate with great booking perks on escapes down south. In return, Sunwing Vacations is giving advisors the chance to lock in additional STAR Points on every booking made. Until Dec. 17, 2024, advisors can earn 3X STAR Points when booking their clients’ next getaways to any destination in the tropics Sunwing offers when they travel by April 30, 2025. As well, Sunwing is also showcasing value-packed offers as further incentive for clients, such as complimentary room...
Transat A.T. Inc. reports Q4 2024 results
Transat A.T. Inc. has released its results for the fourth quarter that ended Oct. 31, 2024 which show a revenues and profitability increase for that period and a promising start for its Elevation Program. Commenting on the results, Annick Guérard, President and Chief Executive Officer of Transat, said: “Transat closed fiscal 2024 on a positive note with adjusted EBITDA of $123.3 million in the fourth quarter mainly driven by higher traffic, lower fuel costs, and financial compensation from Pratt & Whitney related to grounded aircraft over the past two years. In addition, our...
Globus adds new FAM trip for travel advisors
Globus family of brands (Globus, Avalon Waterways and Cosmos) has announced a new fam trip program for travel advisors called, “FOR U, BY US.” Built to be administered by BDMs working directly with travel advisors, this is a 360-degree sales-focused “learn and earn” initiative that combines immersive, on-trip experiences advisors value with a comprehensive training program, designed to drive sales growth and overall ROI, upon their return. “On our FAM trips, we aren’t just inviting travel advisors into the world on Globus tours and Avalon river cruises,” said Camile...
Collette hosting virtual event on premium experience offerings
In an upcoming virtual event, Collette will share what defines their premium experience and how it supports the needs and desires of the modern traveller. Led by Collette employees Kelsie Marchetti and Gabbie Borgus, this virtual event will cover: Who is the modern traveller and what do they want How guided travel stereotypes fuel Collette’s evolution Understanding “experience evolution” and why it matters What goes into curating tours differently “Today’s traveller isn’t the same as 10 years ago or even five,” said Diana Ditto, senior director of product...
Intrepid adds 55 new trips and six countries for 2025
Intrepid Travel has revealed its new trips for 2025, debuting 55 brand-new itineraries, six new countries and more than 200 new experiences. From far-flung expeditions, journeys by rail and active adventures, to new 18-35s destinations, family holidays and sailing trips, these trips offer travellers unique and immersive experiences, while exploring as part of a small group and with a local leader. Exciting new destinations New destinations for Intrepid in 2025 include: Ladakh, India; Hokkaido, Japan, Cape York, Australia, and Intrepid’s first land-based trip in Greenland. The...
Railbookers Group global summit celebrates company’s rapid growth
With twice the number of vendors and 50 percent more staff in attendance, Railbookers Group (RBG) wrapped up the second iteration of its Global Summit last week at the Hilton Blue Lagoon. Bringing together more than 200 staff, plus rail, hotel, sightseeing and technology vendors, and travel agents, the company celebrated a record 2024 that featured +30% revenue growth while shifting focus to the year ahead, where it is already tracking +31% ahead of the previous year. The theme of the RBG Summit was “Human x AI – Automate-Anticipate-Accelerate,” and each day of the event...
Exodus Adventure Travels joins Ensemble as preferred partner
Exodus Adventure Travels has announced a new partnership with Ensemble that will see the company become a preferred partner with the travel agency consortium in both Canada and the United States. This development further fuels Exodus’ growth in North America and in the travel industry. Sasha Andrews, director of travel trade industry for Exodus Adventure Travels in North America, said: “Ensemble is a strong and reputable partner with an outstanding network of agencies in the U.S. and Canada. We’re delighted to work with Ensemble because they are well aligned with our values and...
Air Canada Vacations adds new routes for summer 2025
Air Canada Vacations has just unveiled its summer vacation line-up for 2025. The expansive portfolio includes increased capacity with daily flights to fan favourite destinations including Punta Cana, Montego Bay, Barbados, and Cancun which now boasts two daily flights departing from Toronto. Further complementing the offering and just in time for wedding season, Air Canada Vacations has also introduced a $500 instant credit for couples who book group wedding packages to Mexico, the Caribbean, and Central America. Applicable on departures between April 1, 2025 to Dec....