Ana Paula De Souza and Matthew Djorsev Join ACV Sales Team Date: 2022-06-14 08:44:47 Order: 0 Air Canada Vacations has appointed Ana Paula De Souza as Director of Sales and Matthew Djorsev takes on the role of Manager of National Accounts. Operators People
Air Canada Vacations Makes Changes to Sales, Advisor Support Teams Date: 2022-06-01 08:10:11 Order: 0 Elish Tait has been appointed an Area Sales Manager in Ontario, while Krista Rothfuchs will be moving into a new strategic role supporting independent advisors through the ACV@Home Program. Operators People Spotlight
Collette Completes First Departure to Oberammergau Passion Play; "Waiting for More than a Decade" Date: 2022-05-26 01:29:51 Order: 0 Normally staged every ten years, The Play was cancelled in 2020 due to COVID, and the postponed season has begun. Collette is offering 7 itineraries featuring the Oberammergau Passion Play... Operators Spotlight
Travel is Good for Community, Relationships: Exodus Travels' Report Date: 2022-05-11 10:03:57 Order: 0 The report reveals the positive impact travel has on relationships and community. "Often it’s the memories of those we meet on these journeys that linger with us most." More News Operators
Earth Day Feature: How Three Adventure Travel Operators are Pioneering Sustainable Tourism Date: 2022-04-22 08:37:23 Order: 0 Here's how three adventure travel industry pioneers are 'walking the walk' on climate change, emissions reduction, and bio-diversification to advance sustainable tourism. Operators Spotlight
ACV Streamlines Product Shopping, Adds Europe and Canada Tours to Softvoyage Date: 2022-04-11 11:24:17 Order: 0 "It’s huge! We’re moving all our products into one system which will make it available in all distribution channels," Nino Montagnese, Vice-President, Air Canada Vacations, told Open... Operators
Transat Q1 Results: While Recovery Underway, May Seek More Gov’t Financial Support Date: 2022-03-10 07:52:28 Order: 0 In its release of Q1 results,Transat revealed that bookings are up again, but the company may still seek more government funding to get through the end of the pandemic and the new... Airline Operators
Exotik Journeys Celebrates 45th Anniversary with 3-Week Long Virtual Travel Show Date: 2022-03-08 08:26:06 Order: 0 The virtual expo 14-31MAR will showcase over 35 suppliers from around the world. Both travel agents and clients will get a chance to unlock exclusive promotions and savings, plus a chance... Operators Spotlight
TTC Brings Tour Brands Under Single Umbrella; Consolidates Canada with U.S. Date: 2022-03-04 08:55:53 Order: 0 TTC has announced a global reorganization, with major changes in the structure and leadership of its tour brands, including the departure of some well-known Canadian faces under a North... Operators
Exclusive Analysis: Implications of the WestJet Purchase of Sunwing Date: 2022-03-03 12:38:06 Order: 0 Open Jaw asked Canadian aviation expert Robert Kokonis, president of AirTrav, how it’s going to impact the Canadian travel landscape. Airline Operators
WestJet’s Sunwing Acquisition Will Transform Sun/Leisure Travel Market in Canada Date: 2022-03-03 12:14:45 Order: 0 The companies claim that, “Canadian travellers will have access to more competitive airfares and affordable vacation packages through the combined strength of the companies.” Airline Operators
Alexis von Hoensbroech Officially Takes the Reins at WestJet Date: 2022-02-16 08:29:11 Order: 0 "Together we will emerge from the pandemic stronger, and I am excited to work alongside this incredible group, as we take WestJet and Swoop to new heights," said the new CEO. Airline Newsroom Operators
Supplier Exec’s Dish on Their Most Romantic Trips Date: 2022-02-14 09:19:36 Order: 0 Which resorts, cruises and tours will get your clients' hearts beating faster? For Valentine's Day, Open Jaw asked supplier executives to share their most romantic trips. Cruise Hotels/Resorts Luxury Operators
Tauck Celebrates 850th Trip Since Resuming Operations in JAN Date: 2021-12-21 13:59:56 Order: 0 This week, Tauck celebrated its 850th trip since it resumed operations back in JAN 2021. Guests travelling aboard the line’s Antarctica sailing were treated to a surprise champagne toast... Recommend Cruise Operators
Transat Sees ‘Encouraging Signs’ Despite Q4 Loss Date: 2021-12-09 11:01:51 Order: 0 "While we remain cautious given the evolving variants, we remain optimistic that we're on track to returning to normal," said Annick Guérard, President and CEO Transat. Airline Operators
