Tour Operators
2015 Is The Year For Europe
The Travel Corporation wants to make European vacations a reality for those dreaming of a holiday on that continent. Jeff Element, who oversees The Travel Corporation's Canadian operation, told a Toronto audience this week that our dollar is doing well against the euro, even while faring poorly against its American counterpart. “There's still lots of offers...There's still lots of air capacity...,” he said. “This is the year to go.” Travel Corporation brands include Contiki, with Element saying Contiki can cater to “every budget, every travel style.” Contiki clients...
TPI Picks Cuba For 2015 Event
Travel Professionals International (TPI) has unveiled details of its plans for its upcoming 2015 TPI Annual Conference. Now entering its 21st year in business, TPI will be holding its annual event at the Melia Marina Varadero in Cuba from Nov. 16 to Nov. 19. The event is being presented by TPI, Transat Holidays and Nolitours, and Melia Hotels & Resorts. Commenting on the announcement, Morris Chia, TPI president & CEO, said: “The combination of TPI's long-standing relationship with Transat and Cuba's popular destination status among Canadians makes this destination an...
Air Canada Set To Take Off To Amsterdam
Air Canada and about 150 travel agents, tour operators and corporate customers were on hand at Toronto's Casa Loma to celebrate the carrier's June 4 launch of service to Amsterdam. But that wasn't all. Along with Amsterdam, Air Canada – as well as Air Canada rouge – will also bring close to a dozen more, new or expanded services online between now and the end of June. A sample of some of the destinations Air Canada is adding include Atlantic City and Austin, Texas from Toronto; a batch of domestic flights to Terrace and Nanaimo from Calgary and to Comox from Vancouver. Plus Air...
Sunquest, Barcelo Raise The Bar
Between now and April 29, 2015, Sunquest is offering a “Free Upgrade Event” at select Barcelo Hotels and Resorts. The value-added offer applies to the Barcelo Puerto Vallarta and the Barcelo Punta Cana and allows travellers to go their own way as it is applicable on any length of stay and from any gateway offered by Sunquest. As an added bonus, Sunquest is also offering additional savings at all Barcelo Hotels and Resorts during this event. The offer is valid on all new bookings made between April 23 to April 29, 2015. Sunquest's senior director of sales, Canada, Dawn Rzepka said:...
Sunwing Adds Cancun Service From Windsor
Mexico's flagship resort area, Riviera Maya, will become a short flight away next winter for residents of Southwestern Ontario as Sunwing adds direct flights from Windsor to Cancun, beginning Dec. 21. Sunwing offers some exclusive resort options in Riviera Maya. A new addition to Sunwing's Family Collection, the Royalton Riviera Cancun caters to vacationers seeking plentiful activities and a wide array of amenities. Part of Sunwing's Luxury Collection, The Hideaway at Royalton Riviera Cancun offers a serene oasis where adults can relax and be pampered, while offering full access to all...
Flight Centre Appointment
Gavin Miller has returned to Canada to join Flight Centre's Canadian executive team as vice-president, Leisure, replacing Brent Novak who has moved back to Australia to take a position with Flight Centre Limited in Melbourne. Originally from Toronto, Miller returns home after 11 years working with Flight Centre in Australia, most recently holding the position of general manager, Flight Centre Queensland. As VP for Flight Centre Canada, Miller will be responsible for the profitable growth and development of all leisure brands throughout the...
ACV Appoints Sandals Brand Manager
Judy Wallace has joined Air Canada Vacations (ACV) in the newly created role of Sandals Brand Manager. The dedicated role underpins ACV's longstanding relationship with Sandals, with their 20 luxury-included Caribbean resorts, and three Beaches luxury-included family friendly resorts, offered as part of the Air Canada Vacations portfolio. Wallace moves into the new position, effective immediately. In her new role, she will act as a liaison between ACV and Sandals, with the mandate of creating synergy in both brands from a product and marketing perspective; increasing Air Canada...
Cousteau, YouTuber Alli Speed Talk Sustainable Travel
In recognition of Earth Month, Contiki Cares – supported by The TreadRight Foundation – has launched a content series to inspire young Canadians to make responsible decisions when it comes to where they explore and what they eat. The series begins with an interview of Céline Cousteau, granddaughter of legendary oceanographer Jacques Cousteau and TreadRight Foundation ambassador YouTuber Alli Speed at Duke of Cambridge in London, Britain’s first and only certified organic pub. “Contiki is excited to bring these two inspiring women together,” said Contiki CEO Casper...