Tour Operators
Just For Laughs With Sunwing
Following a successful inaugural event, Sunwing Vacations has announced the return of “Just For Laughs Resort Week” at the Royalton Riviera Cancun Resort & Spa between Nov. 6-12 – allowing vacationers who travel with the tour operator to once again have an opportunity to be entertained by some of the world’s top comedians as part of their all-inclusive vacation. The week-long celebration of comedy will feature stand-up performances, family magic shows and roaming entertainers who will wander the grounds surprising unsuspecting guests with comical acts and pranks. Headliners...
Transat on Canada’s Best Corporate Citizens List
Transat A.T. Inc. has risen to eighth place on the annual list of the “Best 50 Corporate Citizens” in Canada, established by the research firm Corporate Knights. The ranking recognizes organizations with outstanding records in social engagement, environmental management and governance. For the third year in a row, Transat is the only tour operator to make the list. “This year, we rank among the 10 leading Canadian organizations when it comes to sustainability. The credit for this prestigious distinction goes to all of Transat’s personnel, who have been supporting the...
Adults-Only Riu Republica Welcoming Guests
Signature Vacations has announced the highly anticipated opening of the new five-star adults only 18+ Riu Republica. Offering a unique ambiance of modern elegance, the luxury all-inclusive resort welcomed its first guests on June 4. Enjoying an enviable location on the white sands of Arena Gorda Beach in the Dominican Republic, the new resort is set in expansive tropical gardens, and boasts three large pools with spacious sun terraces. Amenities include free Wi-Fi, concierge service, fitness centre, Jacuzzi, steam bath and a Renova Spa including a beauty parlour and massage...
Transat Delivering Something Different
Croatia is famous for its sailing, but short of transporting a couple dozen members of the trade to the Dalmation coast, Transat made do with an excursion on Toronto harbour last night to tout the introduction of 2016 seasonal service to Zagreb, which begins June 14 from Toronto and runs through Oct. 4. “Consumers are asking for something and we're delivering it," said Transat business development rep. Susan Kooiman. In addition to the flights, Transat has a full suite of Croatia product including the all-encompassing Treasures of Transat coach tour as well as a self-drive...
G Adventures Cruises Into Norway
G Adventures has introduced three new itineraries in Norway aboard its expedition ship, G Expedition, for May 2017. The adventure operator is offering a 15% early booking bonus for these trips, as well as all other 2017 round Longyearbyen, Svalbard itineraries, to encourage travellers to book early and secure their preferred itinerary, date and cabin category. Denise Harper, director of sales, Canada, G Adventures, says travelling Norway by ship is one of the best and most cost-effective ways to see the country. “Norway is stunningly beautiful and made for expedition...
Sneak Peak at New ACV Sun Collection
Air Canada Vacations has released a preview of its 2016-2017 Sun Collection. Highlights include a new winter flight schedule with increased capacity, an Early Booking Bonus and Price Drop Guarantee, and the return of Play, ACV’s exclusive family program. The winter flight schedule features service from ACV’s major gateways including Halifax, Montreal, Toronto, Ottawa, Winnipeg, Calgary and Vancouver to Mexico and the Caribbean. New is Montreal to Puerto Vallarta service operating Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays onboard Air Canada rouge. Air Canada Vacations’ Early Booking...
Vantage Joins TravelBrands Cruise Portfolio
TravelBrands reports that Vantage is the newest addition to its river cruising partners. With added bonuses that are unique only to Encore Cruises, Vantage offers travellers a complete selection of sailings. “We are thrilled to announce the addition of Vantage, a deluxe river cruise line that offers great value for our clients. Run by the top cruise and tour directors, your clients can choose from four state of the art luxury ships to cruise off into their dream vacation,” commented Nathalie Tanious, vice-president of Cruises. “We wanted to provide a deluxe line that gives our...
Globus Like Groups
The Globus family of brands has special offers for groups for this year and next. Those who book a group of nine on any 2016 Avalon Waterways European cruise by June 28 will have a 10th person sail free. For 2017, groups who have booked and deposited by Aug. 8 of this year are offered 15% discounts on select European cruises, as well as prepaid gratuities plus a one-passenger-free-in-eight off select European itineraries and one free in 10 on all Europe and Southeast Asia sailings. And, as a thank you, Avalon will pay agents a bonus of $250 on new 2017 groups of eight to 12 ($500 on...