Tour Operators
Trafalgar blazing a trail to give select advisors early access to new tours
Trafalgar is launching Trafalgar Trailblazers -- a new advisor advocacy program that gives select travel advisors exclusive early access to new Trafalgar itineraries before their first public departures. Trafalgar Trailblazers is designed to deepen collaboration with the advisor community and the program invites participants to experience new travel styles ahead of launch and share insights that help Trafalgar refine the guest experience, while equipping advisors with the knowledge and confidence to inspire and guide their clients. The program debuts with an opportunity to apply for...
Globus provides travellers the chance to linger longer in Asia, Africa
Globus is expanding its Asia and Africa portfolio for 2027 with a line-up of all-new Small Group Discovery tours, alongside more than two dozen new itinerary variations featuring city stays, beach escapes and destination extensions across many of its most popular Asia and Africa vacations. From the temples of Kyoto and bustling streets of Seoul to the game parks of Kenya and coastlines of Zanzibar, Globus is giving travellers more ways – and more time – to experience destinations that reward going deeper. These are the kinds of places that are unforgettable to visit – but...
Air Canada Vacations introduces Guatemala tour collection
Air Canada Vacations is introducing a new collection of guided tours to Guatemala, with direct flights from Montréal and the opportunity to explore one of Central America’s most captivating destinations. Known for its colours, ancient Mayan heritage, volcanoes and striking landscapes, Guatemala leaves a lasting impression. In Antigua, cobblestone streets wind past colourful façades, while Lake Atitlán offers sweeping views framed by towering volcanoes. Further north, the ruins of Tikal rise from the jungle, and throughout the country, local markets bring daily life and...
travelbrands shines the spotlight on CroisiEurope
travelbrands ENCORE CRUISES is putting the spotlight on CroisiEurope this July with an exclusive limited-time offer that brings added value to both travellers and Canadian travel advisors. From July 13 to July 31, 2026, clients can receive a $150 CAD air discount per person on eligible CroisiEurope sailings. Travel advisors can also earn 2,000 loyalty REWARDS POINTS* per stateroom. Founded in Strasbourg in 1976, CroisiEurope is a French family-owned company and a leader in European river cruising. Today, the company welcomes nearly 200,000 passengers annually aboard 50 intimate...
Kensington names Tara Powadiuk as its Senior Vice President, Marketing
Kensington has appointed Tara Powadiuk as its new SVP, Marketing. Powadiuk is a seasoned global marketing executive with more than 25 years of experience driving brand growth, digital transformation and customer engagement, and she will lead Kensington's global marketing strategy as the company continues its rapid expansion across the luxury and ultra-luxury travel markets. Powadiuk joins Kensington during a period of significant momentum for the company. Over the past year, Kensington has expanded its portfolio of personalized travel experiences while introducing new offerings that...
Air Canada launches city shuttle between Downtown Montréal and Montréal-Trudeau Airport
Air Canada has announced the launch of the Air Canada City Shuttle -- an expansion of its multi-modal partnership with The Landline Company. The new service will provide a fast, frequent and direct motorcoach connection for Air Canada customers between the Palais des congrès de Montréal and Montréal-Trudeau International Airport (YUL) for $9 one way, plus applicable taxes. The Air Canada City Shuttle is designed to provide more predictable travel times between downtown Montréal and YUL. Using the highway's dedicated high-occupancy vehicle lane and a private airport entrance...
Transat’s first-ever Group Camp a big success
Transat decided to take things a step further as it builds on the success of its Rookie Camp over the past two years, with the launch of a new initiative dedicated entirely to developing expertise in the groups segment. The result was the creation of the first Transat Group Camp, held from June 12 to 19 at Dreams Puerto Morelos Resort & Spa in Cancún, Mexico. Over 80 travel advisors specializing in group travel took part in this immersive experience, designed to help them enhance their knowledge, connect with industry experts, and gain firsthand insight into Transat’s group...
Sunwing adds MSC Opera to winter cruise lineup, with Montreal departures
Sunwing is on course to expand its winter cruise offering, adding MSC Opera to provide Quebec guests with more ways to escape this winter. Beginning Dec. 14, 2026, Sunwing Vacations will offer weekly Monday departures from Montreal to La Romana, Dominican Republic, connecting guests to seven-night Caribbean sailings with key inclusions bundled into one booking. Available as complete vacation packages, every MSC Opera booking through Sunwing Vacations includes round-trip WestJet flights from Montreal, airport and cruise terminal transfers, seven nights of accommodation and meals...