Tour Operators
Inspiring Journeys releases 2025/2026 itineraries in Australia & Tasmania
Inspiring Journeys, the sister brand of AAT Kings Group, has unveiled its new 2025/2026 season itineraries, featuring three brand-new tours that promise to uncover the best-kept secrets of Australia. The highlights of the 2025/2026 season tours span both Australia and New Zealand, featuring new tours in Western Australia, South Australia, and Tasmania. The brand is also welcoming a multitude of new elements to its New Zealand itineraries, including accommodations at Furneaux Lodge in the Marlborough Sounds, Trinity Wharf Tauranga, and Lake Ōhau Lodge, in addition to experiences...
TravelBrands’ Encore Cruises partners with Riverside Luxury Cruises
TravelBrands' Encore Cruises has partnered with Riverside Luxury Cruises, offering unique and luxurious river cruises in Europe. This addition to the cruise portfolio reflects the company’s commitment to enhancing and diversifying its offerings, ensuring travel agents have exceptional options to present to their clients. Riverside Luxury Cruises is redefining river cruising with unmatched service and comfort. The Riverside fleet features the largest average suite on the rivers and has king-size beds in every suite. Guests will enjoy personal butler service, 24-hour room service,...
HX celebrates 130 years of exploration with 2026/2027 season
HX (Hurtigruten Expeditions) unveiled its 2026-2027 season lineup, marking its upcoming 130th season of exploration. As the pioneers of expedition cruising, HX introduces new itineraries in Antarctica, Alaska, Greenland, Norway, and the Galápagos, reflecting the spirit of mindful adventure that has defined the brand since its inception. In 1896, the company that would become HX launched the "Sportsman’s Route" to Svalbard, the last inhabited outpost before the North Pole. At a time when only explorers ventured into these remote regions, HX brought travellers to the edge of the...
TTC adds 2025 trips for Trafalgar, Insight Vacations & Costsaver
TTC Tour Brands has launched new trips for Trafalgar, Insight Vacations and Costsaver for 2025. This expansion of North America, Europe, and Asia itineraries reflects the company’s commitment to providing exceptional worldwide travel experiences across its renowned brands. “Partnering with vibrant local communities and uncovering new destinations is at the heart of what we do,” said Melissa DaSilva, president of TTC Tour Brands, North America. “Our latest trips embody our mission of delivering authentic, immersive travel experiences that resonate deeply with our travellers....
G Adventures announces four new community tourism projects in India
Incredible India is the headline sponsor for the GX World Community Tourism Summit being hosted from Sept. 24-28, 2024, by G Adventures and its non-profit arm, Planeterra. The announcement comes after four new social enterprises have been developed for travellers to India that GX guests will experience during their time in the country. Bruce Poon Tip, founder of G Adventures and Planeterra, says both organizations are extremely grateful for the support of the Ministry of Tourism. “Community tourism is an increasing focus for Incredible India, so sponsoring GX is a natural fit as...
Explore Worldwide partners with By Iris Representation
Explore Worldwide has announced a new partnership with By Iris Representation, a B2B sales agency based in Toronto. The agency serves as trade representation for the global operator in the North American market, playing a pivotal role in scaling up the company’s resources and support for travel advisors within Canada and the United States. Katy Rockett, Regional Director at Explore Worldwide, said: “Our partnership with By Iris Representation marks a crucial step forward in our continued commitment to support our travel advisor community through a more localized...
CATO lends support to Air Canada’s call for arbitration
The Canadian Association of Tour Operators (CATO) is lending its support to Air Canada’s call for the federal government to direct arbitration in order to avert potential disruptions for travellers and “avoid another glitch to our tourism industry and to the Canadian economy.” In its statement, CATO said that: “As an organization representing a diverse range of tour operators across Canada, we recognize the critical role that Air Canada plays in facilitating travel – both domestically and internationally. Any disruption in service could have significant repercussions not only...
Globus unveils updated tools for advisors
On the heels of unveiling a new trade marketing campaign – including updated Travel Advisor Portal and GFOB U educational platform – the Globus family of brands (GFOB) is dedicated to the day-to-day sales success of advisors. That fact was underlined this month when the company unveiled its new, improved digital asset management tool for advisors called, “The Source.” “One of the superpowers of travel advisors is their unparalleled powers of matching guests to the vacation of their dreams,” said Camille Olivere, chief sales officer for the Globus family of brands....