Ask the agent – closing the sale Do you find that deals and promotions help drive bookings? Why or why not? MA: Deals and promotions can help drive the dialogue. And, anything that starts the conversation about travel is fine by me. CB: In certain circumstances, deals and promotions (such as a Kids...
Exoticca wants Canadians to go far beyond all inclusive vacations Exoticca’s managing director for Canada wants Canadians to take their vacations far beyond all inclusive resorts in the Caribbean. “We know everyone here wants to get out but they think of going down south to an all-inclusive....
Q&A with Travel Gurus' Natsai Zhou Tell us a little about yourself and how long you've been a travel advisor? Well, I am very new to the industry, just graduating college in July. I’ve only been in the industry for about three months now. Why did you decide to become a travel advisor? Travelling...
Q&A with Treasured Moments Travel's Lisa Dunne Tell us a little about yourself and how long you've been a travel advisor? I have only been an advisor for a year and a half (18 months). I started my journey in late April 2023 behind the scenes before officially marketing myself and booking...
Exotik Journeys takes agents on an unforgettable journey through Singapore and Malaysia Exotik Journeys recently wrapped up a FAM trip to Singapore and Malaysia. The trip, running from Oct. 18- 27 provided travel agents from Quebec, Ontario, and British Columbia firsthand insight into the unique...
G Adventures’ founder on the rise of solo travel, the company's connection to a popular dating site and the reasons why advisors are essential Ann Ruppenstein Something travel advisors may not expect to learn about G Adventures is that the adventure tour operator organizes trips for a popular dating...
Q&A with Personal Travel Management's Jenny Revesz Tell us a little about yourself and how long you've been a travel advisor? I’ve been a travel advisor since shortly after graduating from high school in Sydney, Australia. Throughout my career I feel blessed to have arranged travel plans – and lifelong...
Stunning agent-booked destination weddings The couple: Ashley & Cody Philp The wedding: January 10, 2024 at The Fives Beach Hotel & Residences, Playa del Carmen, Mexico The guest list: 60 The agent: Deanna Beatty, Romance & Foodie Travel Photographers: Wandering Media Co. From...
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 a prime...
