Tour Operators
Air Canada Vacations welcomes year-round service to Tulum
Air Canada Vacations launched its new year-round service to Tulum, Mexico on May 3. To mark the occasion, passengers gathered for a special gate party complete with inaugural festivities that included tasty treats followed by ribbon cutting ceremonies held at both Montreal Trudeau International Airport and Toronto Pearson International Airport. Erminia Gallina, director of sales at Air Canada Vacations, and Bradley Sutherland, senior manager, business development at Air Canada, took the opportunity to address the gathering at the Toronto airport. Meanwhile, Marco Gagnon, general...
ACV launches 8 guided tours to India
Air Canada Vacations has launched a series of new tours to India, with year-round tours and connecting flights available from more than 60 Canadian airports. “With the launch of our India Tours program, we're opening doors to new possibilities,” said Nino Montagnese, vic-president, Air Canada Vacations. “This is not just about travel; it is about embarking on a journey of discovery. We invite travellers to join us as we immerse ourselves into the heart of India's vibrant culture and stunning landscapes, promising experiences that will leave an indelible mark on our hearts and...
Canadian advisors return from G Adventures FAM to Thailand
Fourteen Canadian travel advisors recently returned from an exhilarating, eight-day tour through Northern Thailand with G Adventures, as part of the National Geographic Journeys Collection. The journey, led by G Adventures Global Purpose Specialist Ana Santa-Maria, who is based in Calgary, Alta., began in Bangkok, where advisors from across Canada made their way to the five-star luxury hotel, Shanghai Mansion for two nights, before heading west for Kanchanaburi, a city situated at the convergence of the Khwae Noi and Khwae Yai Rivers. While in Kanchanaburi, the group of advisors...
Anderson Vacations partners with ITDF & Trees4Travel
Anderson Vacations has partnered with Trees4Travel and the Indigenous Tourism Destination Fund (ITDF) in support of more ethical, responsible, and regenerative tourism practices. The partnership with the Indigenous Tourism Association of Canada (ITAC) and its Indigenous Tourism Destination Fund (ITDF) is a significant step towards supporting Indigenous tourism initiatives across Canada. For every passenger who embarks on an Anderson Vacations journey, the company will make a monetary donation to the ITDF fund, aimed at supporting the growth of the Indigenous tourism economy. In...
African Travel Inc. helping to create a healthy planet
African Travel, Inc. (ATI) is continuing its commitment to promote ethical wildlife experiences by sharing responsible practices with clients to help create a healthy planet. ATI is highlighting three key areas where clients can make a positive impact on wildlife conservation and the protection of habitats while enjoying an immersive African safari adventure. These include supporting conservancies and their community-centric initiatives, understanding the impact of geotagging endangered wildlife, and choosing reputable travel companies with an animal welfare policy. Sherwin...
Nicole Davey joins TravelBrands as BDM for BC
TravelBrands has appointed Nicole Davey as its new business development manager for British Columbia. With over 10 years of experience in the travel industry, both as a selling agent and an office manager, Davey brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to her new role. During her career, Davey has showcased exceptional training and coaching abilities while successfully leading and mentoring teams of agents. She has also forged strong partnerships within the industry and spearheaded innovative marketing initiatives, impactful sales events, and training programs, all of which have...
TravelBrands sets sail with Aurora Expeditions
TravelBrands’ Encore Cruises has announced that Aurora Expeditions is its latest cruise partner. Travel agents can help their clients embark on extraordinary cruise journeys with Aurora Expeditions while reaping the benefits of TravelBrands’ Loyalty Rewards program. Aurora Expeditions stands apart in the world of cruise travel, driven by a passion for exploration and a commitment to authentic, small-group experiences. For over three decades, they have led the charge in venturing to the most remote and captivating corners of the globe, allowing travellers to enjoy a variety of...
G Adventures expands Jane Goodall Collection
G Adventures has added five wildlife-focused trips to its ‘Jane Goodall Collection’ in celebration of Dr. Jane Goodall’s 90th birthday. The collection, which is endorsed by Dr. Jane Goodall herself, aims to promote responsible wildlife tourism and support conservation efforts across the globe. The update will see travellers embark on life-changing adventures to Tanzania, the Amazon, Galápagos Islands, Costa Rica and the USA, including a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to observe chimpanzees in the wild in Gombe Stream National Park, the place Dr. Goodall began her trailblazing...