Tour Operators
Collette’s new National Parks brochure now available
Travellers and advisors can now order a copy of Collette’s new National Parks brochure. The booklet highlights experiences where travellers dive into the history, culture, and natural beauty of America’s backyard while on tour. Yellowstone National Park is featured on several Collette tours, including “America’s Cowboy Country,” “America’s National Parks & Denver,” “Montana: Big Sky Country,” and National Parks of America.” Free copies of the brochure are available for order on Collette’s website. Travellers can choose to view a free digital copy...
ACV unveils expanded Europe offerings for 2024
Air Canada Vacations has expanded its Europe product offering with the introduction of 30 new tour packages featuring popular destinations across the continent. This latest enhancement provides Canadians with an even wider array of options to explore and experience the cultural richness, history and diversity of Europe. With the introduction of these new packages, Air Canada Vacations now offers over 180 diverse European tour package options to choose from, complemented by numerous cruise itineraries and flight and hotel packages, providing travellers with even more vacation choices...
Goway donates $14,000 towards rhino conservation efforts
Goway recently pledged a $14,000 CAD donation to Project Rhino, an alliance of dedicated organizations focused on safeguarding the rhinoceros population in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa from poaching. Recognizing that the protection of rhinos is emblematic of broader wildlife preservation efforts, Project Rhino's mission extends beyond the rhinoceros to the conservation of all endangered species facing existential threats. The contribution will aid Project Rhino's initiatives in anti-poaching efforts, habitat preservation, community engagement, and public awareness...
Four Seasons Private Jet now available for private bookings
Four Seasons has announced that its Four Seasons Private Jet Experience is available for private bookings, for a limited time only. "We are delighted to offer this extraordinary opportunity to charter the Four Seasons Private Jet for the first time, in response to the many inquiries we have received from families and groups of friends interested in custom itineraries and travelling for celebratory events," said Marc Speichert, executive vice-president and chief commercial officer, Four Seasons. "With the added bonus of Four Seasons genuine care and service in the sky and on the ground,...
Booking now open for Collette’s Historical Greenbrier Holiday tour
Collette reminds travellers that booking is now open for its brand new “Historical Greenbrier Holiday” tour. Two departures for the eight-day experience are available in December 2024. The “Historical Greenbrier Holiday” tour sees travellers unpack for a stay at The Greenbrier, a classic American resort in the mountains of West Virginia. The resort has no shortages of great features for travellers to enjoy and will be covered in beautiful holiday decorations. Other highlights include enjoying a tavern meal along roads well-traveled, visiting Thomas Jefferson’s...
TravelBrands hosts Toronto Agent Appreciation event, unveils new campaign
On April 9, TravelBrands held its Agent Appreciation event at Paramount Eventspace in Woodbridge, Ont. The event kicked off with a supplier cocktail reception, followed by a tradeshow, where more than 75 suppliers were waiting to network and mingle with a whopping 500 travel advisors who attended the function. World of Hyatt was the Platinum sponsor, while WestJet, Central Florida and Switzerland were Bronze sponsors. The Amazing Agent Race Earlier in the day, the company unveiled the launch of "The Amazing Agent Race" campaign, an incentive initiative aimed at recognizing and...
CAC, IAC members announced by TICO
The Travel Industry Council of Ontario (TICO has announced the creation of two new advisory councils – the Consumer Advisory Council (CAC) and the Industry Advisory Council (IAC). The CAC and IAC will play a crucial role in advising TICO’s Board of Directors and management on matters related to consumer protection, challenges and opportunities affecting Ontario’s travel industry and overall emerging trends. “The individuals appointed across these two councils reflect diverse areas of leadership, expertise, broad consumer perspectives and industry knowledge," said Richard...
TravelBrands launches The Amazing Agent Race campaign
TravelBrands kicked off its 2024 Agent Appreciation events in Toronto (April 9) and Montreal (April 10) with the launch of ‘The Amazing Agent Race’ campaign, an incentive initiative aimed at recognizing and rewarding top-performing travel agents. As part of ‘The Amazing Agent Race,’ the top-selling agent during the month of April (until April 26, 2024) will win the grand prize of 1 million Loyalty Rewards points. Loyalty Rewards points can be redeemed for various rewards, including merchandise, travel, gift cards, and the ability to donate to foundations and...