Ask the agent – all things romance Love is in the air! What destinations are you booking for honeymoons? Anything exotic or interesting? Any particular hotels/brands that are offering an elevated romantic escape? LK: We are finding an increased demand for Los Cabos, St. Lucia, Jamaica, the Maldives,...
Air Canada Vacations’ VP on how he got over his fear of public speaking, the value of agents, travel highlights and more Tell us about yourself and how long you’ve been in the travel industry? When I finished my schooling in business at Seneca, I immediately began my search for a job. I’m...
Q&A with Romance & Foodie Travel’s Deanna Beatty Tell us a little about yourself and how long you’ve been a travel advisor? My name is Deanna Beatty and I am a travel advisor from Ottawa, On. I have been in the industry since 2007, but took a pause to pursue other avenues and have...
Exotik Journeys takes 10 agents an unforgettable journey through Dubai and Abu Dhabi Exotik Journeys recently wrapped an exclusive FAM trip to Dubai and Abu Dhabi with 10 Canadian travel agents from Sept. 17-25. Travel Courier caught up with Emilie Prudhomme, product manager Asia & Middle East for Exotik...
Main photo of Clonmacnoise courtesy Kevin Griffin for Fáilte Ireland By: Ming Tappin Nestled in the heart of the island, the counties Offaly, Westmeath, Roscommon, and Leitrim are Ireland’s hidden gems lesser known than their coastal counterparts. While most first-time visitors to the Emerald...
Q&A with Delores Frederiksen, CAA Atlantic Tell us a little about yourself and why you decided to become a travel advisor? I always enjoyed learning about the world and world events. In grade 12 my real inspiration came from my geography teacher who brought the world to our classroom. He would share...
TTC Tour Brands, Delta, and JV partner up to bring 10 Alberta Motor Association agents to Portugal “There is something about travelling on a tour that brings people of all ages, backgrounds and personalities together for an unforgettable experience,” Jenni Berg, TTC Tour Brands’ director...
By: Eilish Vicencio-Heap Porter Airlines launched daily nonstop service between Toronto and Phoenix, Arizona on Oct. 3. The new route is “a tremendous opportunity to showcase Arizona as an all-season destination to Canadians,” says Lisa Urias, director, Arizona Office of Tourism. “With...
Q&A with Monica Millin, La Dolce Vita Travel Tell us a little about yourself and why you decided to become a travel advisor? It’s a long story. I’ll try to summarize. I was working as a manager in a large medical clinic when I was diagnosed with breast cancer. Post treatment I found it very...
Transat showcases its exclusive Morocco offer to 19 Canadian travel advisors Q&A with Dima Fahed, Transat’s account manager for the greater Toronto Area From September 7 to 15, Transat welcomed 19 specially chosen Canadian travel advisors on an exclusive journey through Morocco, flying with...
