Tour Operators
ACV adds guided tour packages to Brazil
Air Canada Vacations has launched new guided tour packages to Brazil, further expanding its offering of unforgettable travel experiences to one of South America's most vibrant and diverse destinations. Packages are now available for booking, with tours departing from Toronto and Montreal to São Paulo (GRU). With connecting flights from more than 50 Canadian airports, travellers can easily reach Brazil, thanks to Air Canada’s comprehensive network. “Air Canada Vacations is proud to offer Canadians the opportunity to explore the magic of Brazil through our new guided tour...
Just You teams up with Planeterra & Reforest on trade booking offer
Just You has launched a new project in collaboration with Planeterra and Reforest. For every new trade booking made until February 28, the tour operator will plant a tree in partnership with Planeterra across two sites in Guatemala and Morocco. There is no cost to the travel agent. Agents will receive an email at the end of the peaks period (Jan. 1 – Feb 28, 2025), detailing information about the tree and its positive impact on the environment and local communities. “The concept of changing lives through travel represents more than just words for us; it’s inherent in our...
Contiki releases first sober-curious itineraries across Britain & Ireland
Contiki has released its first trips curated for the sober curious – including six departures across Britain and Ireland now open for booking for travel in August 2025. In Contiki’s 2024 Voice of a Generation Survey, 83 per cent of respondents aged 18-35 said they’d be interested in a completely sober travel experience. Contiki built its name on communal fun and social spontaneity and this new trip proves that travellers don’t need booze to bring the buzz. Travellers will enjoy events at Edinburgh Fringe with genuine late-night connections; immersive cultural experiences and...
Sunwing giving away 1M STAR points to one lucky advisor
In celebration of the new year and as a token of appreciation for all that travel advisors do, Sunwing Vacations is giving advisors an opportunity to cross more destinations off their 2025 travel wish lists with the chance to win 1,000,000 STAR Points and become a STAR Millionaire. Not only will one lucky advisor have the chance to win big, but five advisors will each receive a $100 Walmart gift card as a runner-up prize. Become a STAR Millionaire Starting Jan. 15 until Feb. 15, 2025, travel advisors can earn one entry per booking when securing their clients a Sunwing vacation package...
Globus launches new booking incentive for Italy trips
As the popularity of Italy travel continues to soar (especially during a Jubilee year!), Globus is encouraging travel advisors to ditch the complexities of FIT and embrace the ease, value and commissions of touring vacations, including a FAM trip incentive for bookings made through February. A century in the making and a reputation for seamless, “wow-inducing” experiences – not to mention, a dozen different touring styles – Globus is making the case for why tours are the ultimate choice for both travellers and advisors. “Advisors can make six or more Italy bookings with...
Brand USA & partners announce 2025 ‘Sell Your Way to the USA Program’
Brand USA, in collaboration with Travel Nevada, Travel North Tahoe, Visit Reno, Utah Office of Tourism, Visit Salt Lake, Visit Seattle, and Travel Oregon, have announced the 2025 'Sell Your Way to the USA' incentive program. Brand USA, and seven USA destination partners are thrilled to offer Canadian travel agents the chance to sell their way to the USA and secure one of 12 coveted spots on an exclusive FAM trip. “This year, we’re excited to announce this incredible collaboration between our valued USA destination partners, Brand USA, and Air Canada,” said Corey Marshall,...
African Travel Inc. invites agents to win a $30,000 safari
Travel advisors have an opportunity to turn their bookings with African Travel Inc. into winning an adventure of a lifetime on the World’s Greatest Show & Safari itinerary. For every booking made by April 30, 2025, advisors will earn a chance to win a $30,000 USD luxury safari to Kenya and Tanzania for themselves and their chosen guest.* The more they book, the greater their chances of winning this unforgettable journey, including exploring renowned wildlife reserves, stays at stylish Elewana camps, all meals, and round-trip international airfare from JFK airport to...
TDC recognizes agencies & members of 2024 Bravo Excellence Club
Transat Distribution Canada (TDC) is recognizing 25 of its franchised and affiliated agencies for their outstanding sales performance in the past fiscal year. TDC is pleased to congratulate owners of its Marlin Travel, TravelPlus, Affiliated, Club Voyages and Voyages en Liberté agencies who have earned a place in TDC's prestigious Bravo Excellence Club, either through the highest passenger volumes or the greatest growth. These agency owners from across Canada and their companions will take part in a reward trip to Peru in May 2025, an epic destination they will reach by flying from...