Tour Operators
Contiki Hosts Free Balkans Fam
Contiki is giving Canadian agents of all ages the chance to experience the Balkans free of charge on an eight-day fam (April 29 to May 6) to Dubrovnik, Croatia, Sarajevo, Bosnia, Budapest, Hungary and Belgrade, Serbia. To apply, agents must explain in 100 words why they would like to experience the Balkans region and how it will affect their future business with Contiki and the millennial market. “This free Balkans fam offers agents the opportunity to experience one of our newest destinations, to kick start our 2016 European summer season,” said Contiki Canada president, Brad...
Trafalgar, Insight Offer Deposit Guarantees
The Travel Corporation Canada is offering loyal clients a deposit guarantee on guided vacations or premium journeys with Trafalgar or Insight Vacations. Both Trafalgar and Insight are offering clients a five-year travel credit. Should clients need to cancel their booking after making a $200 deposit, The Travel Corporation will honour this amount as a travel credit on a future trip for up to five years. The credit is valid on bookings made from Feb. 1 onwards and can only be used with the brand the client initially booked. “We want our Canadian guests to book with us with...
UPDATE: A Defining Moment
TravelBrands Inc. has exited the Companies’ Creditors Arrangement Act (“CCAA”) proceedings through the implementation of its Plan of Compromise or Arrangement which was approved by the Ontario Superior Court of Justice on Jan. 14, 2016. The Plan, which was overwhelmingly approved by creditors on Oct. 30, 2015, will see all creditors paid in full on or before Nov. 30, 2016, with first payments beginning this month. Joe DeMarinis, president of TravelBrands, commented: “We are thrilled to emerge from CCAA as a stronger, more competitive company, poised for...
Transat Adds Ocean Vista Azul in Varadero
Transat has added the new all-inclusive Ocean Vista Azul to its Varadero lineup in Cuba. Available exclusively through Transat, the new 4.5-star resort opened in November and features modern and elegant amenities, such as an infinity pool, bright rooms and contemporary decor in a sublime setting. Perched on a cliff, it boasts impressive views of the Caribbean Sea and is surrounded by the white-sand beach for which Varadero is known. Amenities include six restaurants and seven bars, the Despacio spa and an array of recreational activities and water...
ACV to Host Europe Webinar Series
Air Canada Vacations (ACV) will be hosting a webinar series to highlight its new Europe 2016 lineup. Agents will discover ACV’s selection of flight options, hotels, multi-day tours, cruises, activities and promotions including ACV&ME incentives. The webinar series will launch with “Everything Europe,” the ultimate guide to booking Europe packages, including cruises. This presentation will feature the advantages of booking with ACV and give agents a sneak peek into the Early Booking Bonus. The webinar will also highlight the premium economy and Premium rouge cabins onboard...
Going Exotik
Exotik Tours has launched a series of tours, cruises, long stays, self-drive and FIT packages to some of its most popular destinations in Iceland, the UK, Ireland, Italy, Eastern Europe, Malta, Portugal, Spain, Morocco and Croatia, to name a few. “With over 35 years of experience and a team dedicated to create unique experiences, Exotik Tours has adapted to a fast evolving industry,” says David Boigné, VP of specialty products. “We strive to offer the best tailor-made vacation packages in the industry. Sharing our unique travel products is what drives us. We take customization...
Loyalty Pays More With Intair
Intair, TravelBrands’s air consolidation division, has rolled out a new incentive based on growth – agents will earn extra Loyalty points as long as they reach a monthly growth target. “Our travel agent partners have been and continue to be, our most staunch advocates in the marketplace, it’s now our turn to give back and reward them for their business,” commented Nino Montagnese, vice-president of sales. “This offer is all about the travel agent. Whether they book an additional one, two or three tickets compared to same month last year, our partners will earn up to 20...
Mojito Mondays
Sunwing Vacations has launched a new promotion – Mojito Mondays – giving agents the opportunity to earn twice the regular STAR Agent Rewards points, improve their product knowledge and enter into a contest to win a vacation for two. The four-week promotion focuses on some of the tour operator’s most popular resorts in Cuba, spotlighting options for both families and couples. Taking part is easy. Agents just need to look out for the Mojito Mondays flyers each week. Every Monday, there will be a different flyer that provides a host of useful tips and insider details on the two...