Tour Operators
WestJet Vacations has new VP
WestJet has announced the appointment of two senior leaders to new roles within the company. Tim Croyle has moved into the position of vice-president and General manager, WestJet Vacations where he will be responsible for leading the continued growth and development of airline's packaged vacation offerings. Croyle joined WestJet in February 2003 where he developed the Airports project team. From there, he became manager, Strategic Planning; director, Corporate Development and most recently director, WestJet Vacations Operations, where he was instrumental in setting the strategic direction as...
12 Days of G’
G Adventures is pulling on its Santa hat and dishing out 12 days worth of deals in the lead-up to Christmas Eve. An annual tradition for many years, the 12 Days of G promotion begins today (Dec. 13) with 15% off all new Australia and New Zealand trips. The deals have been sent to trade partners in advance and will be unveiled daily on the G Adventures Facebook page to give agents the opportunity to pass on savings of between 15% and 25% on select trips around the world. Each new promo code will be available for sale from 9 a.m. between Dec. 13-24 and remains for sale up until 23:59 on Dec....
Transat adds Haiti to product lineup
Transat A.T. Inc. will offer vacation packages to Haiti out of Montreal, beginning Jan. 23. The packages will combine stays in the Haitian capital, Port-au-Prince, and on the CÒte des Arcadins, featuring "magnificent beaches, with an extensive program of guided excursions"such as museums, historical and natural sites, theme routes, sports and seaside activities. "More and more travellers want to enjoy an enriching human experience when they take their Sun holiday,"said Annick Guérard, general manager, Transat Tours Canada. "These new packages are designed for customers seeking...
Sunquest ‘January SuperSale’
For a limited time, Sunquest is offering savings of up to $860 per couple on packages out of Eastern Canada and up to $1,040 on packages out of the West with its "January SuperSale"promotion. The tour operator is also paying the tax on new bookings made between Dec. 13 and Jan. 2 for March and April departures. This promotion is not applicable to air or land only, cruise bookings or groups....
ACV’s amazing 12-12-12 one-day sale
Air Canada Vacations has launched a one-day sale along with an exclusive and it's happening today only Dec. 12, 2012 ... that's 12-12-12 for those with a numerical bent ... travellers can upgrade to executive class for only $120 and enjoy premium service on Air Canada flights ... the sale is valid for new bookings only and in conjunction with select air, hotel and transfer packages to Mexico and the Caribbean, with select dates. Vacationers can also book air only deals at $120, for select destinations in the Caribbean and Mexico or opt for some incredible vacation package or cruise deals...
Visit Europe in style with Sunwing
Sunwing reports that its 2013 flights to Europe are now available for booking. In the summer of 2013, Sunwing will be offering flights between Toronto and Amsterdam and between Montreal and Paris. Based on the success of last summer, significant investment has been made to ensure that Sunwing's Corsair flights from Montreal to Paris are the first choice for Canadians travelling to France's capital and beyond. Returning guests boarding Corsair's wide-bodied A330-300 series aircraft will see a new design of the aircraft's interior. Features include a fresh new look, including seat-back video...
ACV to collect data for Secure Flight Program
Air Canada Vacations' (ACV) travellers will now be required to supply both gender and date of birth for secure flight data collection at least 72 hours prior to departure. In addition to collecting and forwarding the following information to the U.S. Transportation Security Administration (TSA)'s Secure Flight Program when travelling to, from, or via the US, Air Canada, along with other airlines, are now required to collect this information for over-flights: Full name as it appears on passport (mandatory); Date of birth (mandatory); Gender (mandatory); Redress Number - a unique number...
Exotik unveils Russia 2013
Exotik Tours has released its 2013 Russia program, showcasing its extensive product line in that destination and offering travel a chance to save $200 per couple on the many Russia products available. The new brochure offers a variety of options to help travel agents' clients experience Russia's beauty and culture. From the Heartland of Russia tour, where your travellers can visit the "golden ring region," touring Moscow to St. Petersburg, to the new Sochi Black Sea Resort program, situated in Sochi, host of the upcoming 2014 Winter Olympics - there is a tour or program for everyone. All...