Tour Operators
#MyAdventureCanada Photo Contest
Adventure Canada has launched #MyAdventureCanada, a photo contest designed for travellers around the world. Presented in partnership with Nikon Canada, #MyAdventureCanada encourages people to tell a story by submitting photographs and poses the question: “What does Canadian adventure mean to you?” Whether your idea of adventure is rappelling a mountain in the Rockies, reclining on a quiet Algonquin Park lake or sailing the Northwest Passage, Adventure Canada wants to hear from you. Contest participants are invited to submit their best adventure photographs for a chance to win...
TravelOnly Hosts Halifax ‘Love is in the Air’ Event
Agents in the Halifax area with clients planning a romantic getaway, destination wedding, tropical honeymoon, romantic engagement or anniversary, might want to put The Sunshine Vows Destination Wedding and Romance Travel Show on their calendar. The show takes place April 10 from noon to 5 p.m. at the World Trade & Convention Centre and will feature Canada’s leading TravelOnly travel specialists, tour operators, resorts and cruise lines offering insights, tips and deals on weddings, honeymoons, engagement trips, anniversaries and, of course, those special once-in-a-lifetime bucket...
Taking Stock
At least one prominent tour operator selling Europe says that March 22's deadly bombings in Brussels may temporarily curtail travel to Europe, but is predicting a quick rebound as the busy Europe summer season draws near, reports Ian Stalker in this week's digital edition of Travel Courier. The suicide bombings blamed on Islamic extremists killed at least 34 people and left some 270 injured, and follow November's deadly attacks in Paris that left some 130 people dead. The latest bombings have been followed by warnings from some intelligence quarters about possible further attacks by...
Book With Royal Irish For Chance to Win Ireland Trip
Agents booking a Royal Irish Tours trip during April with have a chance to win a trip for two to Ireland, including round-trip air from Toronto. The winner will take part in Royal Irish's eight-day “Emerald Adventure” that includes a stay at the five-star Ashford...
Hola Sun Names New President
Cuba specialists Hola Sun Holidays and Caribe Sol have welcomed Cuba tourism veteran Juan Carlos Soto Garcia as their new president. Soto Garcia has worked in Cuba's tourism trade for over 25 years and was recently at Havanatur Varadero as operations and sales director. “This is a very important moment in my life because Hola Sun Holidays and Caribe Sol are two companies that have been growing year after year and my main goal is to continue that way. I have found excellent professionals to work with in both companies. I'm very confident in the future of both companies.” Soto...
G Adventures Unveils New Active Adventures
Cultural trekking in Bhutan, a first-of-its-kind multi-sport trip in Japan, cycling through rice fields in China, and rafting and cycling in Patagonia, Argentina, are all new experiences in store for travellers with the launch of G Adventures’ 2016 Active brochure. In addition, the small group adventure operator, which is the largest on the Inca Trail, has experienced an increase in demand for the Lares Trek as an alternative option to the Inca Trail in Peru, and is now offering the Lares Trek on all of its trips taking travellers to Machu Picchu. Each new Active trip includes a...
Signature Adds New Riu Reggae to Jamaica lineup
Signature Vacations reports the newest addition to RIU Hotels & Resorts, the five-star Riu Reggae in Montego Bay, Jamaica will open in November. According to officials, the adults only (18+) resort combines “a cutting-edge, fashion forward décor with an idyllic setting encircled by lush, tropical gardens.” When it opens in November 2016, the resort is expected to offer both a serene setting for couples and newlyweds, as well as an attractive base for singles and groups looking to combine beach relaxation with excursions of the island. The resort will featuring three...
Contiki Introduces New ‘Freedom Guarantee’
Contiki Holidays has introduced a new “Freedom Guarantee,” designed to represent the brand’s appreciation for its clientele's appetite for flexibility. The Guarantee is made up of two components – Zero Change Fees and the FlexDeposit. Passengers booked on any Contiki trip now have the flexibility to change their chosen trip or departure with no associated fees to worry about. This means that a passenger booked to travel with Contiki has the flexibility to change their chosen trip, departure date or even the region in which they want to travel at no additional cost. If the...