Tour Operators
On Location With Intrepid, Travel Alberta
Intrepid Travel has partnered with Travel Alberta to launch two new tours in Canada’s adventure capital, marking the first time the tour operator has run tours exclusively in Alberta. It is also the first time that Intrepid Travel, one of the largest adventure travel companies in the world, has partnered with a Canadian tourism board. The two new itineraries cover both the highlights of Alberta (Jasper National Park, Banff National Park, Calgary and Edmonton) along with some of the province's hidden gems. The 13-day Amazing Alberta itinerary makes additional stops to Elk Island...
Sending Out An SOS
Transat has donated close to $33,000 raised during its most recent twitter auction to SOS Children's Villages in order to help victims of the Nepal earthquake. With latest reports indicating that more than 5,000 are dead (a figure that is still rising), thousands are homeless and hundreds of children are orphaned, Transat and SOS Children's Villages agreed to donate the entire auction proceeds to the SOS Children's Villages emergency relief effort in Nepal. The money will be used to provide immediate relief to local communities, with SOS Children's Villages representatives acting on...
Bordeaux Uncorks Some Surprises
Oenophiles will be in their element in Bordeaux. Sophie Gaillard-Mairal of the Bordeaux Tourist Office told a Toronto audience this week that the southwestern France region is “the capital of wine. Wine is everywhere in Bordeaux.” Those exploring the city of Bordeaux can find wine shops and the city is also a departure point for those visiting surrounding vineyards, she said. Gaillard-Mairal also praised the city of Bordeaux for its “extraordinary 18th-century architecture” and said visitors will find outdoor cafes and trendy bars. Celine Boute of the Regional...
Globus Makes May A Month For Agents
While May 6 is Travel Agent Day in Canada, Globus family of brands is taking things a step further by celebrating for the entire month of May, making it particularly special for travel agents across the country. Globus family of brands' managing director, Stephanie Bishop observed: “We are completely dedicated to the agent community. With their own web site at Agentlingo.ca, our effective 88 page Travel Agent Guide and Group Planner and more travel opportunities with our Specialist programs, we strive every day to make it easier and more fun to book with us.” So let the fun...
G Adventures Tops Nepal Goal
G Adventures has surpassed its initial goal of raising $75,000 in relief following the devastating earthquake in Kathmandu, Nepal. Bruce Poon Tip, founder, G Adventures, observed: “The global response to our relief efforts has been overwhelmingly positive. Thank you to everyone who contributed and helped spread the word. In just over a day, we've raised more than $85,000 from nearly 1,000 donors from more than 35 countries.” The tour operator has increased its target to $100,000 and will contribute an additional $25,000 to encourage continued donations in support of the recovery...
Intrepid Overwhelmed By Nepal Donations
Intrepid Travel has increased the target for its Nepal Appeal to more than AUD$200,000 after being overwhelmed by donations to its not-for-profit, The Intrepid Foundation The adventure travel company offered to match traveller donations dollar-for-dollar to assist with emergency relief in Nepal, and originally set a target of AUD$40,000 for the appeal, which launched on Sunday. The Intrepid Foundation has been overwhelmed by the response from travellers, with more than AUD$50,000 received within 24 hours of the launch, resulting in a combined total of AUD$70,000 raised for the...
Smooth Sailing With Vacation.com
Vacation.com kicked off its 17th annual International Conference & Trade Show this past weekend aboard Royal Caribbean’s Quantum of the Seas with several major announcements, including the launch of a new charitable program, Family Bonds, reports Press Today's Greg Coates from the event. With just over 1,200 travel agent members and leading travel suppliers on board (including about 140 from Canada), the event has been billed as the “largest travel industry event ever at sea,” reflecting this year’s conference theme, “Think Bigger.” Over the eight-day cruise (New...
G Adventures Launches Nepal Aid Initiative
G Adventures has launched a $75,000 aid appeal in response to the 7.8-magnitude earthquake that has devastated Kathmandu, Nepal and its surrounding areas. Funds raised will support the long-term recovery of the affected communities. Bruce Poon Tip, founder, G Adventures, said: “Nepal needs our help. Relief agencies are already mobilizing to provide food, shelter, and medicine to those affected by the earthquake, but it doesn't end there. It will take months, even years to rebuild the country.” G Adventures is covering all administration costs so 100% of all donations will...