Get in the know with CITC specialist programs

The Canadian Institute of Travel Counsellors (CITC) is offering specialist programs for agents in conjunction with The Travel Institute – its sister association in the US. Destination Specialist programs span the globe and provide participants with essential knowledge to understand the destination, as well as help create the kinds of experiences their customers expect. The courses focus on geography, culture, essential sites and attractions, travel tips, and sample itineraries. Specialist courses include Alaska, Caribbean, European Culture and Heritage, France, Hawaii, India, Mexico, North America, Northern and Central Europe, Southern Europe, Spain and St. Lucia. Lifestyle Specialist courses are also available and include Accessible Travel, Adventure Travel, Gay and Lesbian Travel, Golf Travel, Honeymoons and Destination Weddings, Luxury Travel, Skiing, Spa Travel, Sustainable Travel and Villas. The cost for courses is $45 for CITC members and $55 for non-members. To sign up, visit http://www.citc.ca , go to Training and click on Travel Institute programs.