Tour Operators
Trafalgar Launches Advisor Rates for 2026 River Cruises
Trafalgar is introducing a dedicated 60% off Travel Advisor Rate across select 2026 European river cruise sailings, strengthening its advisor-first commitment and supporting continued growth in river cruising. Whitney Ramirez, SVP Sales, TTC Tour Brands, said: “Travel advisors rely on the credibility of their recommendations, and firsthand experience is key to selling with confidence.” Ramirez continued: “This special rate is an investment in their success, giving advisors greater access to our product and empowering them to convert that experience into stronger sales and...
Ensemble welcomes Collette as matching partner for Make-A-Wish initiative
Ensemble has announced that Collette has committed to serving as the official matching partner for the remainder of its current fundraising campaign in support of Make-A-Wish, reinforcing the consortium’s shared commitment to helping children facing critical illnesses. The consortium is already well on its way toward achieving that milestone thanks to the generosity and early leadership of member agencies including Fareconnect, Crown Cruise Vacations, Goldrush Getaways, Go Travel Company, Escapes.ca, and others. Through The Collette Foundation in the United States and Collette...
Fewer crowds, more choice, more space: Avalon Waterways sets a course to offer it all
These days, more and more travellers are looking for experiences that are more personal, more spacious and more connected – and Avalon Waterways has the data to prove it. According to new guest research from the river cruise line, 62% of travellers say they prefer cruising on ships carrying fewer than 150 guests – a model Avalon has long embraced with Suite Ships averaging just 150 passengers, roughly 30% fewer than many river cruise vessels. Pam Hoffee, president of Avalon Waterways, said that: “Travellers today are redefining luxury. Space. Personalization. Freedom to...
FCTG partners with the Intrepid Foundation for global giving initiative
Flight Centre Travel Group has partnered with The Intrepid Foundation, the not-for-profit arm of Intrepid Travel, to launch a global giving program, FCTG Gives. The partnership will expand Flight Centre’s philanthropic reach beyond its current long-term local charity partners by tapping into The Intrepid Foundation’s strong network of more than 50 grassroots not-for-profit organizations across more than 40 countries. Through FCTG Gives, Flight Centre’s global team of more than 12,000 employees will be able to fundraise, volunteer and give back to communities around the...
Spring into Travel with this CIE Tours promotion
CIE Tours is offering savings of up to 15% on select 2026 vacations across Ireland, Britain, Italy, Iceland, and Spain. The operator’s “Spring into Travel” promotion is available for new bookings made between April 1 and April 30, 2026, for travel from June 1 through Dec. 31, 2026, with no blackout dates. Guests can save up to C$1,350 per person (C$2,700 per couple) on qualifying Guided Tours or enjoy 10% savings on Custom Private Driver vacations. Stephen Cotter, managing director of CIE Tours, said: “As travel costs continue to rise, many travellers are looking for ways...
Sunwing Vacations taking off to the sun this summer
Sunwing Vacations has released details of its 2026 summer schedule, featuring flights from key gateways across Canada to a wide range of popular sun destinations across Mexico, the Caribbean and Central America. Beginning in early May 2026, guests can enjoy seamless access to vacation hotspots including Cancun, Puerto Vallarta, Los Cabos, Punta Cana, Montego Bay and more. Highlights of the summer schedule include: Strong coverage from Toronto, including daily flights to Cancun, multiple weekly flights to destinations such as Montego Bay, Punta Cana and Los Cabos, Extensive...
G Adventures’ Travel Your Heart Out Roadshow was epic
G Adventures’ high-energy, cross-country Travel Your Heart Out Roadshow has just wrapped up and it proved that the Canadian travel industry has as much heart as it does hustle. The roadshow – which made stops in Victoria, Vancouver, Calgary, Toronto, Montréal and Halifax -- brought together hundreds of travel advisors to highlight the importance of community tourism, the happiness factor, and the exclusive world of G Adventures’ newest luxury venture, National Geographic Signature expeditions. However, in true G style, it wasn't just a series of events. In fact. by the time...
Family savings for summer 2026 from Trafalgar
Trafalgar is highlighting family travel for Summer 2026 with new price reductions for travellers under 18 of up to CAD$1,875, combined with Best of Summer Sale savings and a newly launched Family Travel Selling Guide, designed to support advisors in planning and booking family travel during the peak summer season. Whitney Ramirez, SVP of Sales, North America, TTC Tour Brands, said that: “Summer continues to be the most important time for family travel, with more multi-gen trips taking shape as families prioritize time together.” Ramirez continued: “With new savings for...