Tour Operators
HAGGiS Adventures offering savings on select 2024/2025 trips
HAGGiS Adventures recently announced a range of incredible deals and discounts for single and multi-day tours departing in 2024 and 2025. “At HAGGiS Adventures, we are passionate about offering clients unforgettable Scottish experiences with our renowned Highland hospitality," said Graeme Ward, managing director of HAGGiS Adventures and Radical Travel Group. "We are thrilled to offer amazing deals on more than 20 incredible journeys across Scotland with our passion for creating lasting memories for all who have the spirit of adventure and show our guests the authentic charm of our...
ACTA hosting information session on selling travel health insurance
In April, ACTA announced professional development sessions focusing on different segments within the travel and tourism industry to be held quarterly this year. The new initiative is intended to provide an insightful platform for learning and discussion of industry trends, enhancing industry knowledge and fostering dialogue. The second session takes place on June 14 at 1 p.m. and will focus on the importance of selling travel health insurance. The leadership panel features the following experts: Manulife - Jennifer Waver, AVP Head of travel distribution Allianz – Cheri...
Contiki’s latest trip shows off authentic New Zealand
Contiki has launched another trip to its homeland, New Zealand. The 15-day trip is called ‘Real New Zealand’ in accordance with the unique experiences that show travellers the raw and authentic aspects of the country. Travellers will have their spot guaranteed at an exclusive lakeside Marae Special Stay. They’ll learn about Māori spirituality, traditional healing practices, customs and protocols, music and have the chance to experience an awe-inspiring haka - exclusively composed for Contiki travellers. Additionally, the trip includes special stays at Blue Duck Station, a...
Collette debuts new African safari brochure
Following a tremendous uptick in sales growth from advisor partners in the area, Collette debuts its 2024-2025 African safari brochure. “We have seen some incredible growth from our advisor partners for our tours to Southern and Eastern Africa,” said Jaclyn Leibl-Cote, chief executive officer at Collette. “We not only want to support this growth, we want to launch it to a new level. We’ve been designing inclusive safari tours for three decades, allowing travellers to get closer to the wildlife, to nature, to culture, and to picturesque landscapes that they’ve only dreamed about...
Jordan welcomes nearly 300 travel pros for TTAND’s conference
Jordan welcomed 257 Canadian travel experts today for the 10th annual Travel Agent Next Door (TTAND) conference, aimed at bolstering tourism and economic stability this June. "We are honoured to host TTAND in Jordan. We are excited to show all the TTAND attendees what Jordan has to offer their clients, and introduce them to exceptional Bedouin hospitality," said Malia Asfour, managing director of the Jordan Tourism Board, North America (JTBNA). "The Canadian market has been a consistent and resilient revenue-generating market for Jordan, and we look forward to welcoming more Canadians...
Goway reveals new website amidst first-ever company rebrand
Goway has launched a new website as well as the first rebranding in the company’s 54-year history. Goway’s new website offers a cutting-edge user experience that empowers travel advisors to sell more and inspire travellers to explore the world. “The new Goway.com represents our true passion for travel and utmost commitment to providing the best experience for travel advisors and their globetrotting clients,” said Adam Hodge, Goway’s senior vice-president. “In the past, my father and Goway’s founder and president, Bruce Hodge, personally wrote hundreds of our...
Globus unveils independent Asia tours for 2026
Globus has unveiled nine new tours for 2025, from Bangkok to Bali and Abu Dhabi to Nepal. “With Globus Independent tours, our guests are free to enjoy the many benefits of touring, untethered and unscheduled,” said Steve Born, chief marketing officer for the Globus family of brands. “Providing hand-picked hotel accommodations, hand-selected optional excursions and the services of a Local Host – an expert dedicated to ensuring the trip goes off without a hitch – this unique travel style helps guests to uncover the perfect ways to spend their days on vacation. Globus...
ACV unveils new updates to suite of self-serve tools
Air Canada Vacations has made several updates to its self-service travel tools, aimed at providing travel agents and customers with added flexibility and convenience post-booking. In a bid to offer greater flexibility, travel agents can now add Air Canada Vacations’ Travel Protection CareFree and CareFlex up to 48 hours after the booking date. Private transfers can also be included post-booking. Las Vegas excursions and activities, private transfers (when/if available), Club Mobay Lounge at Sangsters International Airport, Montego Bay, Jamaica, a round of golf at The Westing Reserve...