Tour Operators
TravCorp Teams Up With ME to WE
ME to WE has convinced a travel industry heavyweight to enlist to assist. ME to WE, which among other things sends people to Third World countries to do volunteer work on the likes of building schools, has notched a global partnership with The Travel Corporation, which will see that company help ME to WE build a greater international reach as it works to deliver what company co-founder Marc Kielburger calls a “hand up, not a handout.” The Travel Corporation CEO Brett Tollman told PressToday during an Oct. 4 Toronto event that his company's seven brands will now be promoting ME...
Insight Into Europe
Brett Tollman, global CEO of The Travel Corporation, had a message for the trade in attendance yesterday (Oct. 4) at Insight Vacations’ brochure launch for the 2017 Europe Premium Escorted Journeys and the 2017 Luxury Gold programs: keep supporting countries that have been impacted by bombings and terrorist attacks like Turkey, Egypt and France. “Europe has obviously been challenged in many ways, we certainly don't want to see a repeat of 2016, but that said these are very uncertain times, and there’s very likely to be more events somewhere and we’ve just got to work through...
Goway Puts Spotlight on New Zealand
Those who have been “Hobbit-ually” dreaming of visiting New Zealand shouldn't wait until the last minute when it comes to arranging their trip, says Goway Travel. Goway's Shirley Rourke told PressToday during an Oct. 3 gathering in Toronto that, “New Zealand is a hot ticket. Booking in advance is 100% necessary so as not to be disappointed.” Goway's Steve Martin in turn told an audience that New Zealand has some 4.4 million people, a sharp contrast with Japan, which is a similar size, but is home to 126 million residents, and Britain, also similar in size to New Zealand, but...
A Taste of Scotland and Trafalgar
New-look Trafalgar got a little help from its friends last night as the tour operator rolled out its 2017 Britain & Europe program for VIP trade guests last night (Oct. 3) in Toronto. Visit Scotland and, more importantly, the Glenlivet distillery, were on hand to highlight the destination and offer samples of and expert tasting tips on the country's most precious export – Scotch. Meanwhile, Trafalgar Canada president Wolf Paunic revealed the new clean, streamlined look of Trafalgar's branding, along with its evolution to a “lifestyle” rather than simply motorcoach brand,...
Sunquest Brings Sun Deal Back
Sunquest has brought back its popular “Sun Deal” travel agents’ incentive, offering agents a chance to earn up to $100 in Loyalty Points when booking Sunquest. The program is valid on all new Sunquest package bookings made between Oct. 3 and Oct. 31, for travel anytime, from any gateway, to any destination and for any duration. Once a booking is complete, simply go online to http://www.travelbrandsagent.com, enter a valid booking number and play to win. Bonus points can range between 2X and 20X Loyalty Points, which can then be redeemed for gift cards (among other things),...
Globus, Cosmos Launch 2017 North America Tours
Globus has unveiled its selection of North America tours for 2017, including new “Special Event” getaways and, for the first time, trips to Mexico. “We really have something for any client who’d love to travel in the company of new-found friends, on a hassle-free itinerary where you can leave the driving to someone else,” says Stéphanie Bishop, managing director for the Globus family of brands in Canada. “Whether they want to soak in that famous Southern hospitality, experience the majesty of Alaska or get to know their own country a bit better – it’s all there for...
Faucher Joins ACV
Jocelyne Faucher has joined Air Canada Vacations as general manager, sales – Ontario. Faucher has more than 20 years of experience in leisure travel and has an MBA from the University of Guelph. Her previous roles include regional director, Thomas Cook North America; director, National Accounts, Transat; and most recently, director, Associate Program – Canada for Carlson Wagonlit Travel. She can be reached at...
DeNureTours Unveils 2017 Lineup
DeNureTours has launched its 2017 brochure, complete with new logo and a new focus for the company. Not only does the publication feature new tours and destinations, but it also signifies an evolution for DeNureTours – which officials say is no longer satisfied with simply offering travel options, but more focused on providing the inspiration for travel. “We are so excited about the array of tours featured in our new brochure,” said Julia Bryan, general manager of DeNureTours. “We spent the last year reflecting on our core values and shaping our vision for the future, and...