Tour Operators
TICO offers advice to consumers
The Travel Industry Council of Ontario (TICO) is providing information for consumers who booked packaged travel that include flights on Air Canada – including packages booked with Air Canada Vacations and other TICO-registered businesses whose packages include Air Canada flights – and which are impacted by the Air Canada labour disruption And TICO notes that the information that it’s providing only applies to travel packages purchased by consumers from a TICO-registered travel service provider, which are provincially regulated by TICO in Ontario. Air Canada, the airline, is...
African Travel adds new Egypt, Morocco journeys to 2026 Concierge Collection
Luxury safari outfitter African Travel, Inc. has two new Egypt and Morocco 2026 Concierge Collection journeys comprising of intimate, small-group escorted vacations, designed for discerning clients who are seeking “VIP treatment, top-rated accommodations and seamless logistics which are expertly managed by a dedicated travel director.” The tour operator is also introducing its unforgettable “Signature Moments”, offering exclusive experiences and behind-the scenes access. Another new offering is a luxury Nile cruise on the newly launched Dahabiya Nawara, an intimate vessel...
Baxter Media Raises a Glass to CATO at summer gathering
CATO members received some heartfelt appreciation from Baxter Media and their executive-director alike Thursday evening. Baxter Media hosted the association's chairman, Brett Walker, executive-director, Jean Hebert and representatives of some the association's member tour operators at Baxter Media's Toronto office last night, with Baxter Media president, David McClung using the occasion to remind those on hand of both the company’s long history in the travel industry and support for that industry. "The legacy of the travel media in Canada is in that back room," he said,...
OMCA invites agents to meet group tour suppliers at annual conference this fall
For the first time, the Ontario Motor Coach Association (OMCA) is offering travel agents and tour operators the opportunity to meet with group tour suppliers from across Canada and US at its annual conference this fall. Set for Nov. 4 to Nov. 5, 2025, OMCA is offering travel agents the opportunity to participate in a complimentary open-flow tradeshow, for one session in the morning or afternoon, on either day. For agents it’s a chance to find new and unique experiences and destinations to help plan your tours all in one place. This session will be located in the OMCA’s group...
Sunwing Vacations adds Majestic Mirage Costa Mujeres
Sunwing Vacations has added an all-new resort experience to its winter 2025-2026 lineup: Majestic Mirage Costa Mujeres. Opening its doors to Sunwing Vacations’ guests in January 2026, this brand-new build in Cancun promises the ultimate blend of relaxation, indulgence, and fun for travellers of all ages. Designed to impress from the moment you arrive, Majestic Mirage Costa Mujeres features 12 pools including six with swim-up bars serving tropical favourites, an extensive menu of culinary options to cater to every palate, and a wide selection of activities and entertainment for...
TICO provides information for consumers with upcoming Air Canada Vacations bookings
The Travel Industry Council of Ontario (TICO) is providing information for consumers who booked travel services with Air Canada Vacations (a TICO-registered tour operator) either directly or through a TICO-registered travel retailer (including TICO-registered online booking websites). TICO points out that at this time, as Air Canada flights have yet to be cancelled or impacted, Air Canada Vacations is offering a goodwill policy, which allows consumers with imminent travel to change their plans or receive a future travel voucher. More information can be found at this link. Should...
Discover North America with Globus in 2026
For agents with clients looking to explore the world close to home, Globus has introduced 3 new North American itineraries -- including an immersive Small Group Discovery tour through California, an Undiscovered itinerary across Colorado and a winter wonderland vacation to Québec. Each itinerary promises VIP access, local encounters and perfectly planned details that take travellers well beyond the ordinary. Stephanie Brooks, vice president, product and operations for the Globus family of brands, explained that: “At Globus, we believe North America holds some of the world’s...
Exodus Adventure Travels unveils new Citizen Science departures
Exodus Adventure Travels, has released details of its new Citizen Science departures for 2025 and 2026. The Citizen Science departures enable customers to spend a part of their Exodus adventure taking part in valuable scientific research. Freshwater samples are taken in key locations across the world and then analyzed by Exodus’ partner Nature Metrics, who extract and catalogue the eDNA from these samples. The samples taken on these trips play a vital role in building the IUCN’s eBioAtlas – a pioneering global atlas of the world’s largest repository of flora and fauna...