Tour Operators
G Adventures Adds To Canadian Sales And Marketing Team
G Adventures, is back to full sales support coverage across Canada with the appointment of Ana Santa Maria to the role of global purpose specialist (GPS) for Alberta and the Prairies. Sara Murphy has also been appointed to the role of regional marketing manager for Canada, where she will be working on brand marketing opportunities and tourist board opportunities. Santa Maria, who previously worked for G Adventures in a similar role from 2019 to 2020, returns after a three-year hiatus, saying she’s ecstatic to be back doing what she loves at G Adventures, which is changing...
Collette Launches New Travel Advisor Program
Collette wants travel advisors to experience its programs just like their clients as part of its new Travel Advisor Reward Program. With the new program, advisors will be rewarded for booking more travellers on Collette tours. Starting with reduced rates of 50%, advisors will receive bigger savings on land tours the more travellers they book within a single year. As well, they’ll have the opportunity to increase that number all the way to 100% if they book over 40 travellers. Advisors will also receive reduced rates for companions, starting at 25%. Jaclyn Leibl-Cote,...
Air Canada Vacations’ Launch Attracts Full House In YVR
A boisterous crowd of nearly 400 travel advisors filled a ballroom at the Delta Hotel by Marriott Burnaby for the launch of the 2023/2024 Winter Sun Collection by Air Canada Vacations for the Vancouver region on Sept. 12. It was the third of five winter escape product launches staged by ACV in cities across Canada, with two more upcoming this week, reports Press Today’s western editor Ted Davis, who attended the show. A total of about 2,500 agents across Canada were expected to come to the ACV shows, which kicked off in Halifax and also made a stop in Montreal, plus Edmonton for the...
GX Line Up Announced By G Adventures, Planeterra
G Adventures and Planeterra have announced the speaker and performer schedule for the inaugural GX event, which will feature the first World Community Tourism Summit being hosted on World Tourism Day, Sept. 27, 2023. The day will be packed with informative discussions, and will conclude at an after party with a private performance for GX attendees by music group Village People. During GX, which runs from Sept. 22, 13 Canadian agents and partners will join G Adventures’ community of suppliers, media, team members and travellers, as they gather from around the globe to experience...
‘So Low’ Pricing For Solo Travellers From Cosmos
The freedom to experience the world in one’s own way is one of the reasons that solo travel is one of the ‘fastest growing’ travel styles today. In fact, according to a recent ‘Wish List’ survey facilitated by the Globus family of brands, 24% of 10,000 respondents said they’re planning a solo trip in 2024. Steve Born, chief marketing officer for the Globus family of brands, explained that: “Travelling solo doesn’t mean you’re on your own. Providing the perfect balance of solo and ‘YOLO,’ Cosmos takes care of the planning, logistics and details on vacations –...
H.I.S.-Red Label Vacations Inc. Set To Drive Innovation, Growth With Appointments
H.I.S.-Red Label Vacations Inc. (RLV) is further solidifying its commitment to innovation and excellence with a series of executive promotions. These strategic advancements are set to propel the organization, while fostering growth and enhancing operational capabilities. The changes follow Nathalie Tanious’ recent appointment as President & Chief Executive Officer, marking an exciting milestone in the company’s journey and recognizing her exceptional leadership and dedication. Effective immediately, the company is announcing key executive promotions that include: Diane...
Contiki Launches New Europe Product For 2024
Contiki is gearing up for Europe in 2024 with its latest product launch that includes new destinations, plus new Pride trips and limited edition age-restricted trips for those travellers who’d prefer to travel with more like-minded people. New additions include ‘Greek Explorer’ which covers the historic hotspots and geographical wonders of Athens, Meteora, Corfu and more, ‘Best of Georgia’ which is a cultural deep dive into one of Europe’s most emerging destinations, and ‘Best of Baltics’ which visits the hidden gems of Eastern Europe including Split and...
TravelBrands Encore Cruises Is ‘Full Of Ships’
Well, if the headline didn't get our attention, then maybe this offer from TravelBrands Encore Cruises will. The company has set sail with “We’re Full of Ships,” its new cruise campaign featuring enticing offers from leading cruise lines. The campaign runs from Sept. 11 to Sept. 25, 2023. With participation from some of the most sought-after cruise lines, cruisers will be able to enjoy up to a $400 air discount and travel agents up to $200 bonus commission on sailings departing until July 31, 2024. For 6-night or longer sailings in balcony staterooms and above with...