Tour Operators
Kensington reveals new brand identity and portfolio of sub-brands
Kensington has announced a fresh brand identity under the theme of See the World, Differently. The heart of this rebrand lies in Kensington’s philosophy: luxury is not defined by a singular style but by understanding each client on a profoundly personal level. The transformation of Kensington has been an ongoing evolution since its founding in 2006 specializing in African safaris. Since then, Kensington has grown to offer unparalleled travel experiences in over 120 countries across the globe. As the company has expanded, it has retained its focus on curating highly personalized...
Sunwing and GlobalMedic pack 240 emergency kits for Jamaica relief efforts
Nearly 40 employees across Sunwing Vacations Group and Sunwing Airlines recently joined GlobalMedic for a humanitarian aid packing party. The initiative was done in support of the local communities in Jamaica that were greatly impacted by the devastating effects of Hurricane Beryl this past July. This is in line with Sunwing's longstanding commitment to support the communities and destinations it services with hurricane relief and disaster recovery. About GlobalMedic For more than 20 years, GlobalMedic has worked as a registered Canadian charity running capacity building programs and...
Collette hosting webinar on the Travel Advisor Resource Guide
Collette will host a virtual event for travel advisors on Nov. 6, 2024. Starting at 1 p.m. EST, the interactive session will feature a deep dive into the new “Travel Advisor Resource Guide,” which has no shortage of tools to help partners elevate their business. Senior account manager Laura Scarpino will discuss some of her favourite features and topics, including: Product line positioning How to grow with groups Collette traveler profiles Tools and resources Social media tips Regional deep dives Advisors who are interested in attending can...
Rocky Mountaineer launches new agent portal
Effective Oct. 29, Rocky Mountaineer launched a brand-new agent portal, designed to simplify and enhance the experience for our valued travel trade partners. This upgraded platform provides a centralized, streamlined way for agents to manage bookings, access marketing tools, and stay connected with the latest Rocky Mountaineer news. The benefits trade partners can expect from the portal include: Simplified package search – streamlined package search for agents to efficiently select package options for clients Centralized bookings - agents can easily make quotes, reserve...
Park’N Fly celebrates 50 years from coast to coast
Park’N Fly, Canada’s only national off-airport parking provider, proudly celebrated its 50th anniversary this October. To commemorate this incredible milestone, Park’N Fly locations from coast to coast came together for special lunch events and cake, uniting colleagues nationwide in a shared celebration of their hard work and dedication. Park’N Fly’s national team came together to honour the company’s rich history and reflect on each colleague's contributions. The anniversary celebrations recognized the extraordinary efforts of Park’N Fly employees, whose hard work and...
Highland Explorer adds three new day tours from Glasgow
Highland Explorer Tours —which is Radical Travel Group Ltd.'s Scottish touring brand— is launching three new day tours departing in 2025 from Glasgow. Clients will be whisked away to the Scottish Highlands where they can look for the legendary Nessie at Loch Ness, enjoy a train ride along the Glenfinnan Viaduct aboard the Jacobite Steam Train (Hogwarts Express), or walk in Jamie and Claire Fraser’s footsteps on an Outlander-themed adventure. The tours provide clients with the chance to explore Scotland’s landscapes and rich heritage, expertly led by passionate local...
andBeyond making changes to groups & incentives programs
Conservation-led luxury travel company andBeyond is set to update and reimagine their already extensive groups and incentives offering by planning fully inclusive programs for guests and groups across Africa, Asia, South America, and Antarctica. “Our exclusive selection of experiences tailored specifically for groups is designed to provide extraordinary, one-of-a-kind moments for travelers who share a niche interest or passion,” said Ryan Powell, andBeyond’s chief operating officer for sales and touring. “Utilizing our in-depth destination knowledge and specialized network of...
Collette ushers in new era with cross-Canada Encompass campaign
Collette has been on the road, bringing details of four new tools it’s offering travel advisors as part of its cross-Canada Encompass launch campaign. The 12 events provided travel advisors with details on Collette’s new tools, but it was also an opportunity to celebrate the beginning of the tour company’s 107th season of travel. The four new, self-service tools, which were designed in partnership with travel advisors, include MyCollette and the Travel Advisor Portal, which are designed to enhance efficiency; while their learning tools -- Collette University and the Travel...