Tour Operators
Arctic Kingdom Looks to 2015
Arctic Kingdom reports that its 2015 brochure is ready for download and those who download it will receive a code that entitles them to a special Arctic safari value package worth $2,500 a couple. The package includes a night of pre-safari hotel accommodation in Iqaluit for two adults, based on double occupancy; a per couple air credit of $1,000 for flights from Iqaluit to the safari staging point; and a free loan of two adult polar clothing packages for the duration of the safari. Those interested must download the 2015 brochure, book and deposit before Nov. 30 on one of the following...
Agents Help Anderson Pick Covers
In preparation of the soon-to-be-released 2015 Downunder Destination Planner, and 2015 Canada & Alaska Destination Planner, Anderson Vacations invited agents to participate in a Cover Contest during July and August in search for the ideal cover visuals. And after more than 1,200 votes, the overwhelming majority of agents voted for the iconic photo of the Sydney Opera House and Harbour Bridge for the Downunder Destination Planner. For the Canada & Alaska Planner, the majority of votes went towards the iconic photo of the Aurora Borealis or Northern Lights. Among all of the...
Insight Gets Festive
Insight Vacations is inviting travellers to enjoy the best of off-season Europe at costs of up to 24% less than when choosing to travel during peak times. Additionally, clients booking and paying in full by Oct. 31 will benefit from Insight’s Early Payment Discount of up to $478 per couple. “Our Christmas Markets program has continued to be a hit with our guests who enjoy travelling to Europe in the wintertime,” said Insight president Cris David. “Not only does Europe transform with twinkling lights, fragrant aromas and charming market stalls, guests can enjoy milder...
Bahia Special
Sunquest has launched a “Don’t Worry, BAHIA Happy” promotion offering up to $400 off per couple at any Bahia Principe Resort in the Caribbean and Mexico. The offer is valid on all new bookings made between Sept. 4 and Sept. 10 for travel anytime – any departure date, from any Canadian gateway, for any duration, and at any Bahia Principe resort available through...
Sunwing Brings Cozumel Closer To Toronto
Sunwing Vacations is getting set to launch new direct, non-stop flights from Toronto to Cozumel, Mexico, this winter Operated on Boeing 737-800 series aircraft which seat 189 passengers, Sunwing Airlines’ new non-stop weekly service departs Sundays from Dec. 21. Located above the second largest reef in the world, the Mesoamerican Barrier Reef System, the island of Cozumel (just 80 km long by 24 km wide) boasts more than 30 sites where divers and snorkellers can expect underwater encounters with manatees, sea turtles, over 60 different species of coral and a host of tropical...
Sinclair Named VP at Vision
Lynda Sinclair has been promoted to the newly created position of vice-president, leisure travel, at Vision Travel Solutions. Sinclair, who has been in the industry for more than 30 years, has been with Vision for eight years, most recently as director of leisure business development, working extensively with the company’s home-based agent group. In her new role, she will be responsible for operations, agent recruitment and retention and professional...
More Lift To Cayo Santa Maria
Transat Holidays and Nolitours are now offering flights to Cayo Santa Maria – located near Santa Clara -- from 7 Canadian cities. The new gateways throughout winter are Regina with a direct flight on Friday mornings; and London on Thursdays. As well, the number of flights from Quebec City has increased to provide more flexibility. Direct service is also available from Halifax, Ottawa, Montreal and Toronto. The operators offer a wide selection of hotels and resorts in Cayo Santa Maria that will appeal to: Families love the children’s facilities at the IBEROSTAR Ensenachos,...
Sun Savvy With Transat
Transat Holidays has launched its new “Sun Savvy Collection” with an Early Booking promotion. The new collection includes 24 3.5- and 4-star hotels in 15 Sun destinations, including Panama City, Cartagena and Liberia, newly offered by Transat Holidays. According to officials, Transat has carefully selected the hotels in the Sun Savvy Collection to meet the wants and needs of vacationers. Offering great value for money, these Transat-exclusive hotels “are popular and well liked by consumers.” This new collection of hotels and destinations includes the Decameron hotels in...