Tour Operators
Goway has rail specials ‘Downunder’
Goway Travel has introduced a number of different specials on Australian trains, including the Indian Pacific, The Ghan and the Sunlander. A 20% discount is currently available on Queenslander Class travel on the Sunlander. The Sunlander, voted Australia's number one rail journey and one of the top 25 rail journey's in the world, weaves its way along Queensland's incredible coastline between Brisbane and tropical north Queensland. Also on special is a BOGO offer on The Ghan or the Indian Pacific, simply book a Red Sleeper cabin and a passenger can either treat their friend or family member to...
Fun Sun, Holiday House unveil new Hawaii line-up
Fun Sun Vacations and sister company Holiday House have released their 2012/13 Hawaii brochure featuring a range of hotels and condos within primary resort areas on the islands of Oahu, Maui, Kauai, the Big Island of Hawaii and Lanai. Featured properties include such names as Outrigger/Ohana, Starwood, Hilton, Hyatt and the many Aston resorts that dot the islands - as well as Aulani, a Disney Resort & Spa in Ko Olina (on Oahu) and Miramar At Waikiki. The brochure also features value-packed bonuses such as free nights, along with specials for families, honeymooners, seniors, repeat guests,...
Exotik hosting Peru fam trip
Exotik Tours is hosting a culture and heritage fam trip to Peru this fall and is inviting all interested agents to apply. The 11-day/10-night trip runs from Oct. 26 to Nov. 5 and costs $1,399 plus tax (double occupancy), which vary depending on the departure city. Flights are with Air Canada and are available from all major Canadian gateways. The fam will visit Lima, Arequipa, Puno, Lake Titicaca, the Sacred Valley (free day to explore), Cusco and Machu Picchu. The price includes 11 breakfasts, three lunches and eight dinners, along with all internal flights (Lima to Arequipa, Puno to Cusco...
Goway incentive
Goway Travel has introduced a new deal for travellers bound for New Zealand - "Kia Ora"Cash, as well as an incentive for agents. In conjunction with any of its independent, escorted or self-drive vacations, Goway is offering a rebate of $100 p.p. Bookings must include international airfare on Air New Zealand from North America and a minimum of seven night's accommodation in New Zealand. This offer is limited to the first 300 qualifying passengers. Deposits must be paid before Sept. 30. Agents are also eligible to win two tickets on Air New Zealand from Los Angeles or Vancouver to New Zealand....
Emirates tees up with Merit Travel Group
Emirates airline and Merit Golf Vacations have teamed up to offer Canadians the ultimate customized golf experience packages to the links of Dubai. Available for travel effective Oct. 1, all packages offer six night's hotel accommodation, five rounds of golf, daily breakfast and 24-hour on-ground support through leading travel management company Arabian Adventures, with cost ranging from $2,899 to $3,299. Customized duration packages are also available. Golfers can choose to stay and relax at a variety of hotels including The Address Dubai Mall or the Hilton Dubai Jumeirah Resort amongst...
Insight into Canada, the US
Insight Vacations' recently launched 2013 USA & Canada brochure highlights the best of North America. Each itinerary is crafted to include an array of experiences, upgrades and new inclusions. Plus, for a limited time, Insight is offering $400 in savings per couple on its 2013 USA & Canada trips. The 10-day Wonders of the American West is an adventure into the panoramas of western USA. This journey travels through the Rocky Mountains to Utah, where guests will see the views from the Island in the Sky, before a thrilling jet boat ride on the Colorado River at sunset. Travellers will delve into...
Transat to introduce compensation plan
Starting Nov. 1, Transat will introduce a new compensation plan for travellers affected by an advanced flight schedule change on South, Florida and Europe flights, packages and cruises. The new policy applies to all bookings made with Transat Holidays, Nolitours, Transat Découvertes (Quebec) or Transat Discoveries (Ontario) with Air Transat or CanJet flights. "Clients' concerns are our top priority. In order to be even more proactive, we are implementing a new compensation plan to ensure peace of mind every step of the way,"says Denise Heffron, vice-president, National Sales &...
Trafalgar uncovers 2013 South America program
Trafalgar has introduced its new 2013 South America brochure, complete with 13 full itineraries and seven extensions including the Galapagos, Easter Island, Peruvian and Brazilian Amazon. Offering an insider's view of South America, the trips feature small, locally guided sightseeing groups of no more than 20 people, as well as Trafalgar's exclusive Local Specialties and authentic Be My Guest dining. For a limited-time, travellers can save up to $800 per couple on 2013 South America vacations when they book and pay in full by Oct. 15. For travellers looking to sample a taste of several...