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By TravelPress Staff

April 25, 2012

Fly free to New York when booking Celebrity with ACV

Travellers booking air and cruise with Air Canada Vacations (ACV) by May 7 aboard Celebrity Summit, sailing round-trip from New York/Cape Liberty, will fly free to LaGuardia International Airport New York or Newark Liberty International Airport, from Montreal or Toronto. The offer is valid on new bookings only for travel from June 1 and completed by Oct. 20 and is applicable to first and second passengers only. Taxes and other fees still apply....

By TravelPress Staff

April 24, 2012

Insight guarantees Europe, Britain departures

Those planning to travel to Europe this spring and summer with Insight Vacations now have the peace of mind that comes with knowing their trip is certain to run. Until the end of July, the tour operator is guaranteeing all of its Europe and Britain Premium and Gold itineraries are Definite Departures (marked online as DEF). Now clients booking their airline tickets, arranging for pet-sitters, or booking pre or post-nights, can feel confident that their trip will not be cancelled for any reason. As well, guests travelling by Dec. 31 can save up to $900 per couple ($450 p.p.) on most Insight...

By TravelPress Staff

April 23, 2012

GLP hosts May 3 breakfast seminar

GLP Worldwide Expeditions is offering agents an opportunity to see its operations, meet staff as well as learn about the increasing roster of cruise, land and package products they offer. Agents are invited to attend an "informative and engaging"breakfast seminar on May 3 from 8:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. The seminar will be held at GLP's head office in Markham, Ont. "Agents can learn about GLP's vast range of products, how to effectively sell to their clients, and what commissions and special incentives we have planned for them this year,"says Patrick Tsung, president of GLP Worldwide Expedition...

By TravelPress Staff

April 20, 2012

Sunquest pays the fuel surcharge

Through May 2, Sunquest is featuring a "We Pay the Fuel Surcharge"promotion on all of its sun packages from all gateways across Canada. Representing a savings of $240 per couple, the offer is valid new bookings for travel between May 1 and June 30. And, customers who book a sun package will also receive complimentary access to the Plaza Premium Lounge (available in Toronto and Vancouver airports only). (http://www.sunquest.ca ,...

By TravelPress Staff

April 19, 2012

G Adventures celebrates ‘Earth Month’

In celebration of Earth Day (April 22), G Adventures has launched a global "Earth Month"campaign running throughout April. Developed in partnership with its not-for-profit Planeterra, the ACT initiative encourages agents to act responsibly on a local level for the overall good of the planet, while providing a forum for people to share their small acts of green living. Bruce Poon Tip, founder, G Adventures, says the Earth Month campaign creates a platform for the company to interact with customers in a way that benefits the planet. "We know our customers love the countries we take them to and...

By TravelPress Staff

April 19, 2012

Goway rewards group bookings

Goway Travel's dedicated GroupsOnly Department has introduced a Groups Reward Incentive for agents and travel planners in conjunction with the company's recent launch of its Reward Card. Agents that deposit on any new air/land group will receive a $100 credit to their card. When the group travels, they will receive an additional $100 bonus. Goway provides agents with hands-on assistance with promotions and advertising, creative assistance with designing flyers and presentation folders, comprehensive paper documentation and detailed Group Information Kits. All group quotes include a detailed...

By Bob Mowat

April 18, 2012

Thomas Cook flying with WestJet

It appears that the plan is unfolding as ... well, as planned. Thomas Cook Canada and WestJet have signed an exclusive partnership that will see WestJet providing all of the airline seats for Sunquest Vacations. The move takes effect for Sunquest's winter 2012-2013 program which begins in November 2012 and follows on the heels of the already planned summer flying program with WestJet. Thomas Cook North America's CEO, Dean Moore commented, "Known for its quality, reliability and outstanding customer service, WestJet has been a key partner for Sunquest and the wider portfolio of Thomas Cook...

By TravelPress Staff

April 18, 2012

Contiki winners to Rock Around the World

For the past seven months, Contiki Holidays has encouraged Canadian agents to book the brand's tours for a chance to win a trip to California as part of the epic "Rock Around the World"campaign. In February, Contiki announced this year's destination to be Coachella, the summer's biggest music festival. From September 2011 through to March 15th 2012, agents from across Canada worked hard at selling Contiki trips with the big reward in mind - a trip to Coachella and an exclusive hooked-up Contiki tour with never-before included experiences. The lucky winners (who head off on the trip Thursday)...

By TravelPress Staff

April 18, 2012

Kumuka has special rates for agents

Kumuka is offering agents special rates of 60% off (plus 40% for a friend or partner) on European Coach & Hotel tours departing in 2012. Itineraries, with guaranteed departures, include Central Europe, European Escapade, European Symphony, European Waltz and European Rhapsody....

By TravelPress Staff

April 17, 2012

Contiki offers European savings

Contiki Holidays is offering 18-35's the opportunity to save big when booking their summer trip to Europe. Young travellers heading to the continent this upcoming season can opt for one of Contiki's Superior Tours and save up to $370 on itineraries 12 days or longer. For clients looking to spend a month abroad, the 30-day European Panorama is ideal, and originally priced at $4,929, travellers can now join this tour and explore 13 European countries for $4,560 on summer departure dates July 14 and onwards. Starting in London and ending in Amsterdam, European Panorama makes all the major city...