Tour Operators
BUDHWANI JOINS THOMAS COOK CANADA
Al Budhwani has been appointed to the role of executive vice-president of Thomas Cook Canada’s Retail Division. Most recently at itravel2000 as their executive vice-president of Sales and Product, and having worked at the Last Minute Club/Wholesale Travel Group and Bel Air Travel in the past, in his new role, Budhwani will oversee all of Thomas Cook Canada’s retail brands, including Red Tag Vacations, Bel Air Travel and Sears Travel. He will based out of Thomas Cook Canada’s Toronto office and can be reached at [email protected]...
NEW WAYS TO DISCOVER COLOMBIA
Goway Travel has launched new itineraries for exploring what the operator describes as Latin America\'s \"most misunderstood\" destination. There\'s no denying Colombia has stories, and not all of them are happy. Yet were it not for the troubles of its past, this multilayered country would be one of the world\'s most popular destinations. Leaving behind its outdated reputation, today\'s Colombia is keen to share itself through stories -- and there are many to be found. Don Forster, product and marketing manager for Goway\'s Latin America division, observes, \"Lack of knowledge about...
TAKE TO THE SLOPES
Club Med is gearing up for the winter season at its 20 mountain resorts located in the French, Italian and Swiss Alps. Along with direct access to some of the world\'s to ski domains, Club Med also offers snow sport enthusiasts\' packages that feature both value and convenience. And what\'s more, Club Med\'s portfolio of luxury ski properties continues to grow with the success of its most recent additions -- Valmorel, France and Pragelato Vialattea, Italy. Plus it just announced Val Thorens, Club Med\'s future new generation flagship resort. Scheduled to open in Dec. 2014, Val Thorens is the...
IT\’S WORKING FOR TRANSAT
Transat A.T. Inc. posted revenues of $927.0 million for the quarter ended July 31, 2013, compared with $909.1 million for the same period of 2012 -- an increase of $17.9 million or 2.0%. The company recorded a margin before amortization and depreciation1 of $53.1 million, compared with $22.1 million in 2012 and net income of $41.1 million ($1.07 per share on a diluted basis), compared with $9.4 million ($0.25 per share on a diluted basis) in 2012. Before non-operating items, amortization and depreciation, and restructuring charges, Transat reported a margin of $54.4 million, compared with...
A LITTLE ADVENTURE IN IRELAND
Ireland has won its bid to host the Adventure Travel Trade Association\'s (ATTA) 2014 Adventure Travel World Summit (ATWS). The summit will take place from Oct. 6 to Oct. 9, 2014 in Killarney. Over 650 delegates from around the globe will gather to learn, be inspired and connect more deeply with the $263 billion adventure travel sector. ATTA president Shannon Stowell said: \"We have been working with Ireland for many years now. They have been strong ambassadors for the global adventure tourism community and their collaborative approach and dedication to sustainable economic development...
THE SUN IS ON SALE
Holiday House and FunSun Vacations have unveiled their 2013-2014 SunEscapes brochure, featuring more than 365 hotels and resorts making up the 2013-2014 program, including 60 new additions. The operators have also introduced a “Winter Sale” that offers travellers up to 40% off per room, per night, at a range of properties. For instance, clients can enjoy up to 40% off when they book a holiday at any Dreams resort by Nov. 1 for travel between Jan. 4 and April 18, 2014. This offer is also applicable to children. The same goes for any Now resort booking made by Nov. 1 for the same travel...
LOYALTY PAYS AT SUNQUEST
Sunquest is offering agents a special incentive on all Bahia Principe package bookings — 10x Loyalty Points. Valid on all new bookings made between Sept. 10 and Oct. 7, for travel anytime, this incentive applies to any Bahia Principe package offered through Sunquest. So now, just by booking, agents will earn 5,750 Loyalty Points, which can be redeemed for a $50 gift card, merchandise, travel or even donated to charity. Bahia Principe features a total of nine resorts in Mexico, Jamaica and the Dominican Republic that are available through Sunquest. They are: Grand Bahia Principe Tulum...
DISNEY UNVEILED BY HOLIDAY HOUSE, FUNSUN
The 2013-2014 Holiday House & FunSun Vacations’ dedicated Disney brochure is now available, described as a “one-stop-shop for any and every type of Disney vacation.” Whether your clients are looking to experience the magic of the Walt Disney World Resort in Florida, take in the fun of a visit to Disneyland Resort in California, discover Disneyland Resort Paris, set sail on a Caribbean cruise with Mickey and friends, or head to Aulani, Disney’s authentic Hawaiian experience, everything is featured in this Disney planning guide. The new brochure provides key selling points on all...