Tour Operators
Air Canada Vacations celebrates partners at Portugal retreat
Air Canada Vacations welcomed its top performing travel partners for its annual Executive Retreat in Lisbon, Portugal recently. Hosted by Air Canada Vacations' Vice President, Nino Montagnese, the retreat brought together leading travel agency owners, and leaders from across Canada to celebrate their achievements, strengthen relationships, and exchange ideas on the evolving travel landscape. As well, the retreat recognized the outstanding contributions of Air Canada Vacations' top partners whose dedication continues to drive shared success. The program gave participants the...
travelbrands inviting the industry to Step Up for SickKids
travelbrands is inviting travel advisors to come together for a meaningful cause as its annual SickKids Walk Fundraiser returns on Tues., Aug. 25, 2026, in support of SickKids Foundation. This year, the walk will take place simultaneously at travelbrands’ Toronto and Montreal offices, bringing employees and members of the Canadian travel community together around one shared purpose: supporting SickKids. Participants will walk from 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., followed by lunch at both offices and an opportunity to connect with colleagues and friends from across the...
TourRadar rolls out new loyalty program
TourRadar has launched TourRadar+ -- a free loyalty program that gives travellers automatic savings on every trip they book, up to 7% at the top level. TourRadar+ brings thousands of tour operators together under a single loyalty program. A traveller can book an adventure with one operator, move up a level, and use the higher saving on a completely different trip with a completely different operator. There are no points to collect, no rewards currency to manage, and no codes to enter. Members sign in and the saving is applied automatically at checkout. The TourRadar+ approach...
Air Canada Vacations inspiring Canadians to unwind, reconnect
Air Canada Vacations has launched the latest edition of its "How Does a Vacation Sound?" campaign -- inviting Canadians to enjoy the sun and embrace every moment of their vacation. As travellers continue to prioritize meaningful experiences and authentic connections, the campaign encourages Canadians to be present throughout their journey, from discovering new destinations to sharing meaningful experiences and creating memories they will carry with them well beyond their travels Selma Filali, Senior Director, Marketing and Digital at Air Canada Vacations, said: “Travel has...
TTAND named to top tier of ACV’s Prestige Partner Program
The Travel Agent Next Door is proud to become part of the inaugural Air Canada Vacations’ Prestige Partner Program -- an annual recognition initiative designed to celebrate travel partners who demonstrate outstanding performance, loyalty, engagement, and commitment to the Air Canada Vacations brand. Created to recognize top-performing national partners, the program reflects the vital role these partners play in Air Canada Vacations' success across Canada. Elish Tait, Manager, National Accounts, Air Canada Vacations, said that: “We are incredibly proud to present this recognition...
Kensington Marks 25 Years of The Lord of the Rings with new tour
Kensington is launching New Zealand's Big Screen Landscapes -- a 12-day journey that carries travelers across the country's striking terrain, from the hills of the North Island to the glacial peaks along the South – to mark the 25th anniversary of Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring. The new itinerary covers Auckland, Wellington, Christchurch and Queenstown and pairs New Zealand's natural beauty with the filmmaking heritage that has drawn audiences to its landscapes for a generation. For travellers who have loved the films, there has rarely been a better moment to...
Collette Q&A offers advisors a chance to explore its resources
Collette is inviting travel advisors to join “Kelsie’s Office Hours: Behind the Login” -- a guided tour of the Collette Advisor Toolbox taking place on Aug. 13, 2026, at 1:00 pm ET. The session will offer advisors an opportunity to explore key Collette resources, see practical tools in action, and ask questions in a live Q&A format. Based on advisor request, this virtual event will cover tips for making the most out of tools like MyCollette, marketing resources, the Travel Advisor Portal, e-brochures, AI tools, workflow tips, and so much more. Kelsie Marchetti, Sr....
Air Canada Vacations gears up for 2026 product launches
Registration is now open for Air Canada Vacations’ 2026 product launches, unveiling an expanded cross-Canada tour that will visit 7 cities, including two new stops in Calgary and Quebec City. The immersive events bring together travel advisors and supplier partners, as they showcase ACV's latest products, destinations, partnerships and opportunities for the year ahead. Attendees will enjoy an evening of destination inspiration, networking and exclusive insights into what's next for Air Canada Vacations. Erminia Gallina, Director of Sales at Air Canada Vacations, said: "Our...