Tour Operators
Intrepid Travel Relaunches Cycling Tours
Intrepid Travel is relaunching its cycling tours and vacations, offering over 30 cycling-focused sustainable, experience-rich travel itineraries in 27 countries on five continents. Global bicycle sales rose 68% worldwide during the COVID-19 pandemic and more travellers are looking to support green-friendly travel options. As the community of cycle travellers is rising, Intrepid continues to expand into new countries and forge new paths for its cycling product. The company saw a significant increase in cycle bookings in 2022, 70% of which were from brand new Intrepid...
Intrepid Travel Adds New Departures
Intrepid Travel has launched over 300 new departures for its most sought-after destinations around the world. With 26 on-the-ground Destination Management Companies (DMCs), Intrepid has further developed its scope of operations in booming locations including Europe, Japan, and Morocco. A whopping 85% of Americans plan to travel this summer, and while Intrepid always strives to meet customer demand, these added tours increase travel options to destinations where industry supply often hasn't caught up to the exceptional demand for 2023 summer travel. Expanded regions...
ACV Showcases Its 2023-2024 Winter Offering
Air Canada Vacations has released details of its winter 2023/2024 vacation lineup, featuring the return of key seasonal sun destinations such as Grenada, Aruba, Los Cabos, Huatulco, Ixtapa, St. Vincent, Saint Maarten, St. Kitts, Great Exuma, Cayo Santa Maria, Holguin, Belize, Panama and San Juan, Puerto Rico, as well as additional frequency and capacity to Cancun and Punta Cana. Nino Montagnese, Vice President, Air Canada Vacations, said that: “With the non-stop routes recently announced by Air Canada, the return of seasonal destinations as well as the increased capacity, customers...
Goway Picks Stratford As New Account Manager
Goway Travel is strengthening its presence in the Canadian travel market with the appointment of Jason Stratford as a new Account Manager for Canada. An Australian by birth, Stratford brings over 30 years of experience to his new role as Account Manager. With his profound understanding of the Canadian travel industry and commitment to exceptional service, he is well-equipped to support travel advisors in providing unforgettable experiences to their clients. Renee Stanton-Defaria, Director of Sales at Goway, said: "We’re delighted to welcome Jason Stratford to our Account Manager...
Sunwing Brings Sun Week Back
Sunwing is bringing Sun Week back, offering a weeklong extravaganza of big deals, big contests and an even bigger grand prize. Kicking off May 29, 2023 until June 4, 2023, travel agents can book their clients’ hard-earned summer getaways with Sunwing to the southern destinations they love, from Cancun to Cayo Largo, Punta Cana, Montego Bay and more, and enjoy additional savings up to 50% per person on applicable all inclusive vacation packages. Following Sun Week’s inaugural success, Sunwing has doubled down to make an even bigger splash this summer for customers and...
Summer Travel Insights From Contiki
So, where are Gen-Z and Millennials headed this summer? Well, Contiki has some answers to that question. The tour company notes that according to booking data and new sentiment research of the demographic, the findings highlight that travellers are opting for far-flung destinations, with a shift towards late-season travel and a focus on in-depth exploration of a singular place. Melissa Da Silva, President, North America, TTC Tour Brands, notes that: “Our booking trends show that the vast majority of 18-35 year old travellers are all about slowing things down and adventuring...
Book Early, Get Plenty With Transat
Transat’s Book Early, Get Plenty promotion is back and invites Canadian travellers to plan their winter getaway right away to benefit from plenty of perks. Travellers are encouraged to book early to get: Up to $400 off per pair Price Drop Guarantee up to $200/adult and $100/child Reduced deposit of $100/person Future travel credit of $50/adult and $25/child 50% off Option Flex Standard Plus, travel agents get 5X BONBON per booking, which means $25 per room. Also, they get a chance to win one of five packages for two to a Hyatt Inclusive Collection resort. The...
Agents Can Win With Exodus Travels
Agents are being offered a chance to win a trip for two to the Galapagos as part of a new contest just launched by Exodus Travels. Until June 22nd, for every badge travel agents complete as part of the Exodus Expert online agent training program, they will receive one entry for a chance to win a premium trip for two to the Galapagos Islands. There are currently four badges available to complete: Intro Exodus Expert Badge, Cycling Expert Badge, Walking Expert Badge, and Private Groups Expert Badge. In addition to receiving multiple entries into this new contest, agents who...