Tour Operators
Exotik, Boomerang Launch New Web Site
Exotik/Boomerang Tours has launched a new web site, offering travel agents a range of products and tools designed to answer their clients’ needs rapidly. According to officials, the site is easy to navigate, offers a search engine and regroups the company's offerings under one umbrella. The new site utilizes, by way of a world map, a simple click on an area, bringing up all of the packages on offer, for that...
ACV Launches New Mobile Site
Air Canada Vacations (ACV) has launched a new mobile site, designed to make it easier and faster for customers to seamlessly book an ACV package using any mobile device. Now, users visiting http://www.aircanadavacations.com from a mobile device (including iOS, Android and BlackBerry) will be automatically re-directed to the mobile site, which includes a simplified booking flow and fewer fields for customers to fill in. “More than 35% of visitors to the Air Canada Vacations’ web site come from a mobile device,” says Yves Rannou, senior director of e-commerce, Air Canada...
Collette Celebrates, Helps Out
Collette donated $5,000 to the Breakfast Club of Canada last night as part of its 25th anniversary in Canada celebrations at a special reception at the Royal York Hotel in Toronto. The family run, US-based company expanded its operations into Canada in 1989, opening an office in the basement of the Royal York Hotel. They now have a Canadian team of more than 30 staff, with nine sales representatives covering Canada from coast to coast. On top of the $5,000 donation, presented by Dan Sullivan, Jr. (pictured, left), Collette CEO and president, Collette Canada added $25 per person more...
ACV, AC Extend ‘Travel Agent Day’ Offers
In celebration of yesterday's “Travel Agent Day,” Air Canada Vacations (ACV) and Air Canada are offering two special deals in thanks to Canadian travel agents for their ongoing support and dedication. Agents who book a Mexico or Caribbean packaged holiday with Air Canada Vacations by May 13 will receive 20% off a selection of sun packages, valid for travel between May 6 and March 31, 2016. The offer applies to agents and up to three companions. Travel agents can also enjoy 20% off select Air Canada flights, for travel with one companion, when booked by May 13. The offer is...
Intrepid Is Giving It Away
Considering that travel agents spend 365 days a year finding the perfect trip for their clients, Intrepid Travel figured it was only fair to return the favour. So to celebrate Travel Agent Appreciation Day, the operator will be sending one lucky agent on the Intrepid trip of their choice. Travel Agents across Canada are being asked to submit their dream tour at http://www.intrepidtravel.com/agentday to be entered in the draw. In addition to the giveaway agents can also enjoy a free Urban Adventure if they book an Intrepid Travel tour today (May 6). The Urban Adventure can be used...
Insight Honours Agents With Special Booking Bonus
Insight Vacation is celebrating Travel Agent Day by offering a special bonus – agents who book an Insight escorted journey from May 5-9 will receive an additional $50 commission. “Our very loyal travel agent partners have always been a huge contribution to our success in Canada,” said Cris David, president, Insight Vacations Canada. “We want to thank them for all of their hard work and hope this special bonus commission is just one way for us to show our gratitude for their continued support.” It was noted that Insight's commitment to agents goes beyond Travel Agent Day...
Trafalgar Salutes Travel Agents
In celebration of National Travel Agents Day, agents will have a chance to win gift baskets valued at $500 from Trafalgar for the entire month of May. Trafalgar officials note they truly value their relationships with travel agents. “I have been in the travel industry for over 25 years and I have personally received a lot of amazing feedback from our clients about their experience with their travel agent,” says Doug Patterson (pictured), president of Trafalgar Canada. “Loyalty, commitment and great service are just some of the great things that clients are saying about our...
Sunwing Expands Cuba Offerings
One of Cuba’s most beguiling island destinations will be a little closer to residents of Kitchener/Waterloo, Ont. this winter with the Sunwing launch of a new weekly flight to Cayo Santa Maria. Located off the northern coast of Cuba and situated in the Jardines del Rey archipelago, Cayo Santa Maria boasts white sandy beaches and turquoise waters ideal for snorkelling, scuba diving and catamaran excursions. Beginning Dec. 24, the new route will be the only direct connection from Kitchener-Waterloo over the winter 2015/16 season. Andrew Dawson, chief operating officer Sunwing Travel...