Tour Operators
Anderson unveils Journeys product line
Anderson Vacations has introduced its newest line of product, Anderson Vacations Journeys, in its recently released 2014 escorted touring catalogue, the first of two brochure installments to be unveiled in 2014. The new product, marked as having “Journey benefits,” are experiential explorer programs featuring “bucket list destinations and top notch service and amenities, such as home pick up and exclusive access to people and places that really enhance the traveller’s experience of the destination.” A new feature on these tours is a 50% discount off the single supplement for...
Trafalgar introduces limited edition trip to Austria
Inspired by last year’s popular PBS series, “Salute to Vienna,” Trafalgar is offering a limited edition trip of the same name to visit the musical cities of Vienna and Salzburg. The eight-day Salute to Vienna itinerary takes in the sights, sounds and sweet treats of the two cities, from classical music to decadent cafes. Set at a relaxed pace, the trip offers the perfect mix of unique sightseeing with local guides as well as plenty of time for guests to explore the cities on their own. This exclusive trip is being offered for a limited time only, with six departures running...
WestJet Vacations enhances agent support
In a move designed to further support its travel agent partners, WestJet Vacations has introduced the WestJet Vacations flex team, available to provide booking assistance for those unable to complete through self-serve options. There will be dedicated contact centre agents available to assist agents through March. About the flex team: Hours of operation are 6 a.m. to 7 p.m., seven days per week; the WestJet Vacations flex team is set up to only take calls from travel agency partners. These agents will be dedicated to the technical aspect of travel agency calls. Be sure to select...
On tour with Adventure Canada
Adventure Canada’s new Expeditions 2014 brochure lists Newfoundland, Sable Island, the Arctic, Labrador and Greenland, and Antarctica itineraries. Land-based adventures include ones in Quebec that revolve around birdwatching; a Churchill, Man., visit to see polar bears; and two Newfoundland tours. Adventure Canada offers opportunities to experience both nature and indigenous cultures. Its 118-passenger Sea Adventurer was built for expeditions to remote locales and is a “handsome vessel in the style of great ocean liners – varnished wood, brass and wooden decks.” Ship...
ALBATours’ boxing week sale continues
ALBATours is celebrating the start of the New Year by continuing its boxing week sale on all of its 2014 Italy tours and Mediterranean cruises. Valid on all new air-inclusive land and cruise package bookings made by Jan. 15, for departures between March 20 and Oct. 31, travellers can save $1,100 per couple and receive a free stateroom upgrade on all Mediterranean cruise packages and save $600 per couple on all Italy coach tour packages. In the Mediterranean, customers can take a nine-day cruise with MSC Cruises out of Venice staying in an oceanview stateroom (cat. O1) with Eastern...
Last chance to win Punta Cana trip
It’s your last chance to enter to win a one-week, all-inclusive trip to the new Breathless Punta Cana Resort & Spa, courtesy of Transat Holidays. Punta Cana’s newest resort focuses on luxury, promising to deliver a fresh vacation experience with exceptional dining, entertainment and activities all in a contemporary, adult-only setting. The upscale, 4.5-star resort boasts eight bars and lounges and 11 gourmet restaurants featuring unique cuisine such as tapas, Latin and Lebanese. Don’t miss your chance to live luxuriously with this amazing prize package that covers flight,...
G launches largest agent program to date
G Adventures has launched its largest agent program to date, “G-Normous,” featuring $75,000 in incentives, including a $10,000 cash prize. The program will run for four months and include free trips and cash prizes. “We saw tremendous growth in 2013, specifically in agent sales and as we kick off 2014, we want to continue to show the love to our travel agent partners and let them know how much we value their business,” said Robyn James, marketing manager, Canada. “We’re launching a massive incentive program that is supported every month by great consumer offers, agent...
Sunquest’s Price Drop Guarantee is back
Sunquest is starting the year out on a happy note with the return of its Price Drop Guarantee. Available on all new bookings made between Jan. 7 and Jan. 31, and valid on all winter and summer departures, the Sunquest guarantee includes: Paying up to $1,000 back if the price drops after booking; Offering this service at absolutely no charge; Providing a cash refund, not a future travel voucher; Making it all available through a quick and easy 30-second registration process; All the while protecting the agent’s original commission on the booking. Travel agents or their clients must...