Tour Operators
Karen Evans to retire from Discover the World after 30 years
Discover the World has announced that Karen Evans, national sales manager, SATA, will retire after 30 years in the industry. Evans first began her career in travel at Wardair in 1989 where she started in customer service and quickly progressed to the commercial team, before moving on to Canadian Airlines in 1991 as sales manager. She joined Discover the World in March 1994, and has represented several top clients for the company ever since, including BMI, Polish Airlines and SATA Azores Airlines. Evans will be succeeded in her role by her colleague, Andrea Thornton, who has also...
Exodus celebrates 50 years with 15% off select trips
To celebrate 50 years of incredible adventures, Exodus Adventure Travels, a leading name in adventure tourism, is launching a special collection of 50 Epic Adventures with trips up to 15 per cent off until March 5, 2024. This diverse assortment of trips hosted by the B-Corp certified tour operator encompasses thrilling experiences across continents, with expert local guides and fantastic itineraries promising unforgettable moments for every type of adventurer. From exhilarating treks through iconic landscapes to culturally rich encounters with local communities, each adventure is a...
TDC reveals theme of this year’s annual conference
Transat Distribution Canada (TDC), has announced the theme of its next annual conference, to be held at the Sheraton Toronto Airport and Conference Centre on Sept.21 and 22, The event will be held immediately following the event at the St-Hyacinthe Convention Centre on Sept. 14 and 15. "The values of surpassing oneself, inclusion, and collective effort embodied by the Olympic Games are at the heart of the message we want to convey during this at the 13th edition of our not-to-be-missed annual conference," said Karine Gagnon, general manager of TDC. "Our members, whether from our...
The Wilderness Group joins Virtuoso
The Wilderness Group – comprised of brands Wilderness Scotland, Wilderness Ireland, and Wilderness England – has joined Virtuoso, the leading global network of agencies specializing in luxury and experiential travel, as a Preferred Supplier. This strategic partnership further solidifies the Group’s position as a premier provider of high-quality adventure travel experiences. “Virtuoso membership is a milestone in our journey as a luxury adventure travel company,” says Russell Murray, Head of Trade Partnerships for the Wilderness Group. “It reflects our high...
Island Routes unveils bespoke offering, agent loyalty program
Caribbean excursion company Island Routes has launched a new upscale travel offering called the Private & Bespoke Collections, offering fully customizable and tailor-made experiences for clients. “This product in particular, our strategy from the moment we launched it has been a B2B strategy, launched entirely through the travel trade,” CEO Ryan Terrier told PressToday from the Baxter Media office in Toronto. “Why we’re here now in wonderful snowy Toronto is exactly that — to work with travel agents, bring this product to their attention — many of them were not aware of...
Tauck announces senior leadership changes
Tauck recently announced a series of executive changes to its senior leadership team, effective October 2024. Arthur Tauck Jr., Chairman, will become chairman emeritus; Dan Mahar, Tauck CEO since 2008 will become chairman of the board; Jennifer Tombaugh, Tauck president since 2011 will become chief executive officer; Jeremy Palmer, Tauck chief operating officer since 2019 will become president. “This leadership plan has been thoughtfully prepared and refined over the past decade, and it comes during a period of strong, consistent growth for the company. We look forward to...
ACV launches guided tours & packages to Asia
Air Canada Vacations has launched its new Asia guided tours packages program. With flight and hotel and flight and cruise options already available for booking, travellers now have even more opportunities to create unforgettable experiences. "Our goal at Air Canada Vacations is to provide travellers with the opportunity to discover the world," said Nino Montagnese, vice-president at Air Canada Vacations. "With the introduction of our Asia guided tours program, we are excited to show them around captivating destinations in Asia and create lasting memories with the peace of mind they...
G Adventures leading new trips to Bosnia & Herzegovina
G Adventures will soon be offering an extended program of trips to Bosnia and Herzegovina that are designed to support local communities, while showcasing the Balkan nation’s distinctive culture, nature and heritage. The new trips are launching as the result of a collaboration between the U.S. Government’s USAID Developing Sustainable Tourism in Bosnia and Herzegovina (USAID Turizam) initiative, the Global Travel & Tourism Resilience Council (GTTRC), and G Adventures. Expanding offerings Yves Marceau, vice-president of product for G Adventures, welcomed the partnership and...