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| THN.COM PROFILE: STEPHANIE BISHOP |
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| Stephanie Bishop | | Stephanie Bishop, Managing Director, Globus Family of Brands says there is always a Plan B
Lisa Raffaele
This month's TRAVELHotNews profile takes a peek into the life and views of Stephanie Bishop, Managing Director, Globus Family of Brands. Born and raised in a small town in Quebec, Bishop's mom is Canadian, her father from Barbados. The third of six children, all spanning eight years from the oldest to the youngest, Bishop grew up in a very French environment. She notes loving the hustle and bustle of a European lifestyle, complete with warmth, affection and boisterous conversation. "I still calculate in French, I dream in French and for the life of me, I can't do English math," she quipped.
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| AEROMEXICO'S INAUGURAL YYZ FLIGHT |
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AeroMexico launches inaugural flight from Toronto to Mexico City
AeroMexico's inaugural flight between Toronto and Mexico City was launched today from Toronto Pearson International Airport. After a brief presentation and ribbon-cutting celebrating the airline's first service to the Canadian market, the airline was set for a 9 a.m. departure to Mexico City. Presenters at today's launch included: Frank Galan, Vice President, U.S. Operations, AeroMexico; Consul General Carlos Pujalte, Mexican Consulate; Lloyd McCoomb, President & CEO, Greater Toronto Airports Authority; and Ruberman Aldana, Central U.S. & Canada Region Director, AeroMexico.
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| BOOK FIJI; MAINTAIN ACTIVE STATUS |
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Tourism Fiji announces new mandate and incentives for Matai Specialists; must generate a minimum of 4 bookings annually
In light of Tourism Fiji's new mandate that Matai Specialists must generate a minimum of four bookings annually to remain active in the Fiji Matai program, Tourism Fiji will offer sales incentives in support of the Fiji National airline carrier, Air Pacific. The Matai Specialists incentives program includes three tiers and is outlined as follows: Tier One - TABUA Group; Tier Two - TAKIA Group; and Tier Three - BILO Group. The BILO is a general tier which encompasses newly registered Matai agents, who will be offered a FAM trip to Fiji. Additionally, those who have paid registration fees will receive monthly updates and leads. Continue reading for complete details and specific Matai specialist tier benefits.
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| CIT EXPANDS WINE & FOOD OFFERING |
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CIT Tours announces expansion on selection of short duration Wine & Gastronomy themed programs
CIT Tours has expanded its selection of short duration Wine & Gastronomy themed programs such as: 'Tuscan Food & Fun!', 'Villa Pitiana Food & Wine', and 'Relais Ducale - Umbrian Choice!' These independent packages come in four- to six-day itineraries. The 'Tuscan Food & Wine!' tour features accommodation at the four-star Il Borgo de Vescine, and features a cooking course with self-cooked dinner plus drinks, a guided wine tasting of Vescine wines and a tour through Chianti's wine region on a Vespa, including lunch. 'Villa Pitiana Food & Wine!' offers the choice of three or five nights accommodation, which include one or three cooking lessons respectively, along with daily dinner in Villa Pitiana's restaurant and a wine tasting. Continue reading for other package details.
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| NEW EURO CRYSTAL COURSE |
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Crystal Cruises announces third installment of CrystalCruisesAcademy.com; certified agents eligible for March drawing for a free cruise
This month, Crystal Cruises will launch the third installment of its online training seminar on CrystalCruisesAcademy.com. Complimentary to agents, the latest course, Course III - Europe 2009, will include: All ongoing Europe promotions including All Inclusive - As You Wish, Save Now, Save Later, European Celebration Fares and the Crystal Assurance Plan; highlights of the 2009 Europe season by destination: Mediterranean, Northern Europe, Canary Islands and Trans-ocean crossings; Crystal Adventures, Extended Land Programs and Hotel Programs; Group sales incentives, including the Crystal Family Memories Program, and sales and marketing tips.
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| CANADIANS STILL SPENDING |
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Statistics Canada announces largest travel deficit ever
According to Statistic Canada, Canada's international travel balance of $12.6 billion for 2008 was the largest deficit ever recorded. The a 26 per cent increase over 2007 was created due to the amount of Canadian citizens spending abroad versus what foreigners spent in Canada. In 2008 Canadians spent a total of $28.9 billion on trips abroad - $7.2 billion in the final three months, while foreigners only spent $16.2 billion while in the country.
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| UNIWORLD EXTENDS 2 FOR 1 |
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Uniworld announces 2 for 1 Free companion offer on air tickets on international travel extended through March 31
Uniworld has announced that there 2 for 1 Free companion offer on air tickets on international travel for all of 2009 Europe, Russia, and Egypt River Cruises has been extended. This offer is now available for new bookings made on or before March 31, 2009. Book your client and their companion on or before March 31, 2009, and combine this offer with Uniworld's Spring Savings Discount for additional savings of up to $600 per couple. Agents, please note that the 2 for 1 economy air promotion requires first traveller to pay Uniworld's 2009 published brochure air rate for travel from select US Gateway Cities, but is also valid from the following Canadian gateways: Toronto, Vancouver, Montreal and Calgary.
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