Tour Operators
ACV Picks Softvoyage
Air Canada Vacations (ACV) has named Softvoyage as its technology partner to meet current and long-term goals. Softvoyage’s inventory management, e-commerce and electronic distribution solutions provide several opportunities to improve the day-to-day operations, as well as the distribution of ACV's products across multiple channels. Craig Landry, president, Air Canada Leisure Group and responsible for the Air Canada Vacations business unit, commented, “As we work to quickly grow our business, speed to market and distribution capabilities are essential. The suite of products...
Klompas Joins Air Canada Vacations
Air Canada Vacations (ACV) has appointed Bryan Klompas as senior director, Payload and Planning, effective immediately. Klompas has more than 20 years of experience in the travel industry, most recently holding the position of executive vice-president, Revenue Management at TravelBrands and prior to that senior executive vice-president at Sunquest. He has also held various senior roles at Thomas Cook North America, including director of Business Analysis and senior director of Revenue Management and Analysis. In his new role at ACV, Klompas will be responsible for optimizing...
G Brings Back ‘12 Days of G’ Promotion
G Adventures has announced the return of its “12 Days of G” promotion, offering deals in the lead up to Christmas. Travellers save 15% on 80 trips to 12 countries, for travel before July 31, 2017. Details are available on the G Adventures website and Facebook page and all trips will remain on sale until midnight EST on Dec. 30. Travellers save on experiences in destinations where there are G for Good projects. This year, G Adventures added incentives to inspire end of year giving and enable travellers and agents to create 12 Days of Good for local communities around the world....
Earn Extra STAR Points, Cash
From now until Jan. 31, Sunwing is offering agents the opportunity to earn additional STAR points and cash, in partnership with Karisma Hotels & Resorts. Sunwing is offering double the STAR points, while Karisma Hotels & Resorts are offering double the Karisma Canada Cash (which can be converted into items like gift cards) for agents who book customers for a minimum of three nights at either Sensimar Seaside Suites and Spa or Nickelodeon Hotels and Resorts Punta Cana, for departures from Jan. 1 through Oct. 31. Plus, customers booking either property will receive an...
Escape To The Algarve With Goway
Goway is helping snowbirds to beat the cold this winter and it's also helping the cut down on their flight time. Although Australia, the Cook Islands, and Southeast Asia remain great long-haul options for snowbirds, Portugal’s Algarve offers an escape from the winter closer to home, away from the crowds hitting the Caribbean. And to that end, Goway is offering a 21-night package to the Algarve. Nadya Phelan, Goway’s Europe product manager, said: “We have partnered with a good 4-star hotel in the beautiful area of central Albufeira. Away from the summer high season,...
Peregrine Introduces ‘Limited Edition’ Itineraries
Peregrine Adventures, which bills itself an “an award-winning adventure tour operator for seasoned travellers,” has introduced seven Limited Edition itineraries that connect travellers with the “most unique, noteworthy events of 2017.” The adventures are tied to key commemorations and noteworthy festivals, such as the 10-year anniversary of the world’s largest literary festival and the 60-year anniversary of Colombia’s Medellin Flower Festival. The new trips are now available for booking and include comfortable accommodations, in-country transport, meals and activities. All...
ACV Offers Commission on CruiseAir Bookings
Travel agents can will earn 8% commission on flights booked with an FIT cruise. Not only will agents benefit from ACV’s CruiseAir program, clients are offered a full refund on booked flights up to 30 days prior to travel; one name change up to 30 days prior to travel and Aeroplan Miles. Furthermore, clients will only have to put down a $100 refundable deposit to hold flights and with ACV’s Best Price Guarantee they can be confident that they are getting the lowest price possible. ACV’s Flight Guarantee ensures clients catch up to their cruise even if the unexpected happens....
Collette Says Thanks
Celebrating 25 years in Canada, Collette hosted a festive industry lunch yesterday (Dec. 7) at Quinn's Restaurant in Toronto to thank and toast its partners who have helped it through an admittedly challenging year in the industry. Doug Patterson, president, Collette Canada, said the company continues to the fight the myth of what coach tours are all about – a travel segment that has certainly changed over the years. Gone are the days of herding people on and off buses as they travel from one country or attraction to another. “We're still up against the myth, but the reality is...