Grab yourself a coffee and catch up on today’s news in brief. It is packed with the latest deals, updates from the industry and everything you need to know in bite-size pieces.
Destination Canada announces new general sales agent in Australia
Destination Canada (DC) is pleased to announce that Julie King & Associates (JKA) has been awarded the contract as DC’s General Sales Agent (GSA) in Australia, effective September 1st, 2022. This announcement follows a competitive bid process, in partnership with Team Canada partners, to find an Australian GSA that will support DC on its mission to win the competitive battle for visitors and support the recovery of Canada’s tourism industry. Philippa (Pip) Macken and Nathan McLoughlin, familiar members of the extended DC family will be joining the JKA team to continue their roles in the market.
Upcoming trade webinar – The Islands of Tahiti, Te Moana Tahiti Resort
In light of the recent news that The Islands of Tahiti has dropped all entry restrictions, it’s the perfect time for travel agents to update themselves on what’s on offer at the destination. The Tahiti Tourisme team is holding a webinar this week to give an update on the beautiful Te Moana Tahiti Resort and is joined by Benjamin Archambaud, director of sales and marketing who will be able to tell agents more about this gorgeous property that is a must-visit when on holiday in Tahiti.
If you’d be interested in a mention of this webinar, please see the details here below.
Wednesday 17th of August, 10 am AEST. Registration page / more info: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_D-3W3C2MTRiKZmqsX3oUvA
TravelManagers’ TCF Launch Applauded by PTMs
TravelManagers has announced the launch of its TravelManagers Customer Fund (TCF), with Chief Operating Officer Grant Campbell describing it as “the final component in our consumer ‘Peace of Mind’ promise.”
Collectively, Campbell says that promise is constructed on a system of protections that help shield clients from financial losses that could result from the insolvency of scheduled airlines and end suppliers such as tour operators, cruise companies and hotels. The initiative originated because the government-legislated Travel Compensation Fund (also known as TCF) was disbanded by State and Commonwealth governments in June 2014.
Regent Seven Seas Cruises Announces 2024-2025 Voyage collection
Regent Seven Seas Cruises has announced its new 2024-2025 Voyage Collection, introducing alluring itineraries and new ports of call in the world’s most beautiful destinations. Guests can pre-register their interest now, with reservations open for sale on 25 August, 2022. An attractive low refundable deposit of 7.5 per cent is being offered for bookings made by 31 October, 2022.
The World’s Most Luxurious Fleet™ will sail an extraordinary 160 new port-intensive itineraries – 21 more sailings than the cruise line’s 2023-2024 season – each designed to be immersive and culturally-enriching. Voyages encompass every continent in the world, from Africa and Arabia, North America and Europe, then closer to home with Asia, Australia and New Zealand. In addition, there are fascinating cruises in South America and the South Pacific, as well as scenic sailings of Antarctica.