Tour Operators
GMTours Is On The Move
GMTours, which specializes in Mediterranean destinations, has a new address. The company is now located at 2233 Argentia Road, Suite 302, Mississauga, Ont. L5N 2X7. The telephone number is 905-702-7874, while the fax number is 905 -702-5460 and the toll-free number is 1-800-836-6836. The website is...
One Dream Travel Hosts Taiwan, Philippines Fam Trip
One Dream Travel of Richmond, BC recently hosted a travel agency fam trip to Taiwan and the Philippines. This is the first fam tour for the company since the end of the pandemic. The trip was organized by One Dream Travel, China Airlines, the Taiwan Tourism Bureau and the Philippines Department of Tourism. It departed Vancouver on Sept. 18 and ran for 11 days. During that time, 10 partner agents took part in the New Experiences of Taiwan & Philippines tour. They visited Taipei, Taichung, Sun Moon Lake, Kaohsiung and Hualien in Taiwan, as well as Cebu and Bohol in the...
TravelBrands Adds Seabourn As New Cruise Partner
TravelBrands’ Encore Cruises has added Seabourn, with the operating indicating that the partnership with Seabourn empowers TravelBrands to provide extraordinary voyages that craft unforgettable memories. Nathalie Tanious, President & CEO, TravelBrands, said that: “Embarking on a journey with Seabourn is an invitation to savour the epitome of elegance and sophistication at sea.” Tanious continued: “We’re delighted to welcome Seabourn in our portfolio, offering our travellers the very best of the sea. Seabourn’s commitment to redefining the cruise experience aligns...
Windjammer Landing Villa Beach Now Available Through ACV
Windjammer Landing Villa Beach Resort in Saint Lucia is now available through Air Canada Vacations (ACV) this fall/winter season. Canadian travellers can take advantage of direct non-stop flights from Toronto to Saint Lucia, with service operating three times a week this fall and increasing daily service during the peak winter season. Nick Prattas, Managing Director of Windjammer Landing Villa Beach Resort, said: “We are excited to partner with Air Canada Vacations to expand their luxury product offering in Saint Lucia. As a Canadian-owned company, Windjammer Landing offers...
Motorcycle Tour Company Strikes Deal Down Under
Freedom Biker Tours, a Canadian based, owned and operated motorcycle touring company, has formed an international association with Australia-based Ride The World Motorcycle Tours. The Australian company has affiliations with motorcycle tour operators in Vietnam, India, South Africa, Italy, the USA and now Canada. The two companies see significant alignments with their respective brands, values and approach to promoting motorcycle touring. They have an initial goal of supporting and cross-promoting each other’s tour programs, and an intention to develop jointly branded tour programs...
Goway Showcases Japan With Guaranteed Departures
With demand for Japan trips at an all-time high, Goway has released packages with guaranteed departure dates during the most colourful times of the year -- the heights of autumn and the spring cherry blossom season. Goway’s new departure date for the 12-day Japan Cherry Blossom Odyssey takes travellers to Japan during the height of the bloom. Goway’s other two departure dates for Japan Cherry Blossom Odyssey have sold out, so travellers who want to enjoy exclusive cherry blossoms viewings in Osaka, Kyoto, and Tokyo should not delay in booking the April 3, 2024 departure. There are...
TICO Advisory On Unrest in Israel And Registrant Obligations
With the devastating humanitarian situation happening in Israel, and the Canadian government’s travel advisory for the region, registrants have been supporting impacted consumers. However, TICO has received several questions about registrants’ responsibilities under the Travel Industry Act, 2002 (the Act) and Ontario Regulation 26/05 (the Regulation). Conditions that may impact a consumer’s decision to purchase travel services Registrants are required to warn customers of the war. Prior to reserving travel services for a customer, a travel agent shall bring to the...
Transat Launches New Offerings To Peru
Transat is launching packages and à la carte hotels in Peru -- a new destination that’s being offered by Air Transat. Air Transat flights to Lima, starting in December, will also be available year-round from Toronto and Montreal. Joseph Adamo, Chief Sales and Marketing Officer at Transat, said that: “By integrating accommodation options into our Peru offer, we continue our commitment to enriching our customers' travel experience." Adamo continued: “These new offerings are in line with our desire to facilitate access to the unique wonders and charms of South America....