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| OCCIDENTAL MEANS MORE THAN LUXURY |
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Occidental's general director, Jean Agarrista says he avoids using the word luxury; offers travel agent rates, air credits and Book Now, Drive Free specials
Lisa Raffaele
Last week TRAVELHotNews sat down with Jean Agarrista, General Director, Occidental Royal Hideaway Resort and Spa, to discuss his property Royal Hideaway Playacar in Playa del Carmen, Quintana Roo, Mexico. In Toronto for a 72-hour meet and greet blitz, Agarrista's main mission was not to sell Canadians on his property in Mexico's Playa del Carmen, but rather to educate the Canadian market on what the property can offer Canadian travellers, that is unmatched elsewhere.
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| NEW TRAVEL BOUND AGENT WEBSITE |
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Travel Bound announces new website for Canadian travel agents; includes 23,000 hotels, interactive maps, hotel deals, transfers and more
Wholesale FIT supplier Travel Bound recently launched a new website for Canadian agents, gotravelbound.com , for booking more than 23,000 hotels/apartments/villas, private and shared transfers and sightseeing tours for FIT clients. Agent commission on all Travel Bound bookings starts at 10 per cent. The new site, available in English, French and Spanish, features interactive city maps showing hotel and attraction locations, search filters and hotel deals, in-depth hotel descriptions, special offers and a group travel portal.
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| AIRLINES FORECASTS $2.5B LOSS |
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The International Air Transport Association says all regions except U.S. expect large loss
Canadian Press
The main international airlines association says the industry globally will lose $2.5 billion in 2009. The International Air Transport Association says all regions except the United States are expected to report larger losses next year than in 2008. IATA chief executive Giovanni Bisignani says "the outlook is bleak" but U.S. carriers will benefit from lower oil prices and cutbacks made this year to post a modest $300 million profit in 2009. He says the global airline industry faces the worst revenue environment in 50 years. IATA also says passenger traffic will decline for the first time since 2001, falling by three per cent compared with growth of two per cent this year.
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| SKAL TORONTO DONATES FOOD |
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Skal Toronto club members donate 200 pounds of food to Daily Bread Food Bank, along with $1,000 in financial support
At a recent Toronto SKAL Club meeting held at the Crowne Plaza Hotel, SKAL members donated more than 200 pounds of food to the Daily Bread Food Bank and financial support of more than $1,000. Even lucky winners of the monthly 50/50 draw, generously donated their winnings to the Daily Bread charity at the event. Norman Wigget, of the Daily Bread Food Bank was at the meeting encouraging SKAL and industry members to continue their support of the food bank year round, not just at the holiday season. SKAL Toronto will host their annual Christmas Gala on Thursday, December 18, 2008 at the Toronto Marriott Bloor Yorkville. Please note that Limited space is still available. Guests do not have to be SKAL members to attend. The Gala event includes cocktail reception, three-course dinner, dancing and a chance to win auction items. For more information, or to register, visit the TRAVELHotNews Events Calendar by clicking here.
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| RECEIVE THREE FREE IN PRAGUE WITH SCENIC |
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Scenic Tours announces receive three free nights in Prague with European River Cruise
Scenic Tours has announced that they'll add on a three-night stay in Prague - free of charge. During their free stay, Scenic Tours' passengers will be guests of the five-star Radisson SAS Alcron Hotel, located near Wenceslas Square. The complimentary tour extension, worth $2,650 per couple, is valid on sailings of June 22 and June 26 next year. Accommodation will be provided by the Scribe Hotel, and a guided tour of the city and evening exploration of Montmartre are included. The seven night cruise is on board a new Scenic Tours "space ship," featuring generously-proportioned public areas and cabins (upgrades featuring furnished balconies are available), wine served with lunch and dinner, and several shore excursions included.
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| GOWAY'S SOUTH AFRICA SAVINGS |
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AFRICAExperts by Goway announce South Africa safaris savings and lowered pricing
AFRICAExperts by Goway have released a number of savings on their safaris and custom vacations for travellers to South Africa. "This is an ideal time to plan a trip South Africa" commented Christy Fraser, Product and Marketing Manager for AFRICAExperts. "The strength of the Canadian dollar provides excellent value for visitors to South Africa. When converted from the South African Rand, the average cost of a three-course dinner for two including wine is $50." The 14-day Best of South Africa tour has been reduced by over $500 per couple to $2676 per person, and also includes a free Soweto tour. Also announced, is a second passenger discount of 25 per cent.
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| SIGNATURE SAYS I DO WITH FAM |
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Signature Vacations announces Everyone says 'I Do' exclusive destination wedding FAM
The Signature Vacations' Destination Wedding FAM was led by Sal Buccellato last week in Varadero, Cuba. Exclusive to Marlin Travel, the unique trip gave agents a first hand look at the wedding packages available to clients in this destination. Mock weddings and trainings were held by Iberostar Varadero, Barceló, Sol Melia, SuperClubs Jibacoa, Blau and Sandals. As a bonus the group did take one day off from their nuptial themed week to tour the historical highlights of Havana.
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