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The Popular Ones - Part Two Of Our Look At Hot Spots In The Sun
March 2008

This month, Canadian Traveller shines a light on some of the most popular sun destinations. Take a look at destinations like San Andres, Columbia;... more >>

Canada Numbers Up To Jamaica
September 2009

The Jamaica Tourist Board reports significant growth in the number of visitors from Canada for January to June 2009, as 175,365 Canadians visited... more >>

Going for the Lion’s Share - Safari-Savvy Agents Can Bag Big Commissions
October 2009

Do you have ‘been there done that’ customers? How about newbie adventurers who want to start their travels with a thrill? Well whoever you have... more >>


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They Said It
May 2010 Kenya Supplement

Recently Canadian Traveller interviewed the leading Canadian tour operators selling Kenya safaris to find out what you should know to sell Kenya... more >>

Dogging It - Pet-Friendly Options Across The U.S.
May 2010

According to Erin Caslavka, editor at Ark & Tent, an online travel magazine about uniting people and animals through travel “More and more people... more >>

What’s Your KSP? - Develop Your Kenya Sales Plan & Bag More Commissions
May 2010

When it’s time to research an article I usually include a click to National Geographic. There’s always something of interest hiding in the... more >>


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The Benefits Of Selling Features – Learn To Sell Features: Your Benefit Will Be More Money
August 2010
Yeah I know, I’ve got it all back to front. But then again, we are supposed to be thinking outside the usual aren’t we? There is a time and place... more >>
The Value Of Travel Insurance
March 2008
Europe has become the vacation destination of choice for many travellers, with 1.6 million Canadians visiting Europe through the first half of 2006.... more >>
Royal Scenic Adds To Specialist Program
March 2008
Royal Scenic has added two airlines and its first ever supplier partner to its 2008 Certified Asia Specialist (CAS) Program. In its seventh year of... more >>
CITC’s 2nd Annual Western Canada Student Conference

The 2nd Annual Western Canada Student Conference took place on Thursday January 24 at the Harbour Centre Campus of Simon Fraser University. Eighty... more >>
ACV At Sandals
March 2008
Air Canada Vacations entire sales team and Sandals staff recently met in Jamaica at Sandals Dunns River as part of a National Sales Conference... more >>
The Popular Ones - Part Two Of Our Look At Hot Spots In The Sun
March 2008
This month, Canadian Traveller shines a light on some of the most popular sun destinations. Take a look at destinations like San Andres, Columbia;... more >>
The Bucket List March 2008 - Selling “Do It Now” Travel
March 2008
This is a gimme. I’m sure those of you who are fleet of “make-a-buck” creative thinking are all over this. The movie called The Bucket List... more >>
Canada Numbers Up To Jamaica
September 2009
The Jamaica Tourist Board reports significant growth in the number of visitors from Canada for January to June 2009, as 175,365 Canadians visited... more >>
Must Do Marketing - And When To Do It
September 2009
Throughout the year every counsellor is thinking of how to get business, right? Err, hello! You…yes you…I saw you look away. You thought I... more >>
Let’s Rake It In Like Everyone Else - Following The Find-A-Buck Strategy
October 2009
Pretty soon you’ll be advising clients how to save on airline baggage fees by wearing all their clothes in a layered fashion. How many suits can a... more >>
Going for the Lion’s Share - Safari-Savvy Agents Can Bag Big Commissions
October 2009
Do you have ‘been there done that’ customers? How about newbie adventurers who want to start their travels with a thrill? Well whoever you have... more >>
Selling The Nation - 24 Ideas To Get You On The Road To More U.S. Commissions
July 2010
When you hear and read about America and the events it has experienced and endured, you have to award more than a few medals to those that call it... more >>
Sandals’ New Incentive
May 2008
Sandals Resorts has launched a new incentive program where agents can earn up to $100 per booking. Through the new “Fall into HoneyMoney”... more >>
Fiji Me New Brand
May 2008
More than 90 North American travel agents and wholesalers gathered in the Fiji Islands January 28 to February 3 for Fiji…an Amazing Place, the... more >>
¡Hola Moola! - Notes From Tianguis 2008
May 2008
The always-buzzing Acapulco was busier than ever this spring as the 33rd annual Tianguis Turistico, Latin America’s largest travel trade show &... more >>
A Diversity of Riches - Sun, Adventure & Historic Treasures In Mexico
May 2008
This month in Sun Destinations, Canadian Traveller presents Mexico, a country that offers sun, adventure and historical treasures. Mexico, a... more >>
Back To The Future - Developing Ancillary Sales
May 2008
There seems to be a lot of chatter in the vendor community, especially among the airlines, about how to maximize revenues from ancillary sales –... more >>
More Commissions, Less Emissions - How To Become The Neighbourhood GREEN Machine
May 2008
Green. It’s the colour of travel, tourism and yes, commissions. Who knew, eh? Well, actually quite a lot of people did. It really wasn’t a... more >>
Nothing Adventured, Nothing Gained - How To Get A Grip On Adventure Tourism
February 2008
Just as I was finishing the new book Alone Against the Arctic – the personal story of Anthony Dalton’s survival after capsizing off Port Hope,... more >>
Travel South Showcase 2008
April 2008
The 26th annual Travel South Showcase took place March 1 to 5 at the Convention Centre in Biloxi, Mississippi. More than 700 registered participants... more >>
Qantas Spring Into Fall Sale
April 2008
Qantas Vacations is offering a wide range of airfare deals to New Zealand this spring – the autumn DownUnder. Seven-night vacation packages... more >>
One-Stop Shopping In Mesa
April 2008
Serving as a one-stop travel resource, the Mesa Convention & Visitors Bureau website, www.VisitMesa.com, offers exclusive packages for a wide variety... more >>
Full Disclosure Selling - Ditching The Fine Print
April 2008
Every so often, an industry player stakes their claim and things change. Back in the ’80s it was Uniglobe that created the concept of ‘limited... more >>
The Missed Commission Exercise - Tips & Tricks To Insure You Don’t Leave Big Commissions On The Table
April 2008
Usually we focus on ‘how to sell’ ideas and we’ve done this many times with the insurance product. This time around, we’re going to focus on... more >>
2008 Caribbean Hotels Retreat
November 2008
While the economic forecast may not be as sunny as the weather forecast, delegates at the 2008 Caribbean Hotels Retreat in St Kitts remained upbeat... more >>
Your Career is YOUR Responsibility - Take Charge & Boost Your Job Performance
November 2008
Whether you’ve just joined the industry, changed departments, been promoted, taken on a new role or been advised to ‘suck it up and make it... more >>
The Mesa Mission Is Commission - Selling Travel To Mesa Is Easy & Profitable
November 2008
As Mayor of family-friendly Mesa, Keno Hawker will tell you, Mesa is now bigger than Miami, Oakland and Atlanta – boasting an eclectic mix of... more >>
7 Key Ingredients - Cooking Up Commissions Selling The Cook Islands
November 2008
Selling islands. What a nice ring to it that has. Selling islands…south sea islands that is, with coves, beaches, palm trees and ancient cultures... more >>
Conceptionmooms In Jamaica
January 2008
SuperClubs is introducing a new travel concept it expects will become “the next big trend” – the “conceptionmoon.” The company is set to... more >>
Calgary-Mexico City From Mexicana
January 2008
Mexicana Airlines has announced a non-stop service between Calgary and Mexico City beginning June 1, 2008. The new service will offer quick and... more >>
More Flights From Lufthansa
January 2008
Lufthansa has announced it will expand its Canadian service in April 2008 with the launch of daily non-stop flights between Calgary and Frankfurt,... more >>
More Commissions On Less Emissions
January 2008
CITC in conjunction with SMP Training has produced a Green Guide for Travel Agencies that presents, in 23 steps, how an agency owner, manager or... more >>
Are YOU Dancing With The Stars? - Routines For Becoming A Sales Champ
January 2008
By the time you read this, the star dancer has been announced, made a speech and waltzed off with the sparkly globe. So here’s the question for... more >>
Surprising Scottsdale - The All-Purpose Vacation Stop
January 2008
Scottsdale, Arizona is renowned for its superb golf courses, luxurious, pampering spas, reliable sunshine, and a warm year-round climate. No wonder... more >>
Spice Of The Southern Caribbean - News & Developments On Grenada
January 2008
Perfumed by fragrant spice trees, graced by sandy beaches and speckled with charming towns and sleepy fishing hamlets, Grenada is one of the... more >>
Uniworld Experts Reap Benefits
February 2008
Travel agents can earn complimentary cruises and enjoy exclusive offers and savings for themselves and their clients through the newly enhanced... more >>
Transat Renews Support Of Sustainable Tourism
February 2008
Transat A.T. Inc. is renewing its program to provide financial support for sustainable tourism projects proposed by communities or not-for-profit... more >>
Trafalgar Rewards Top 10
February 2008
Trafalgar Tours Trafalgar wants to reward 10 very special agents across Canada with its new “It’s All About You” contest. For every booking you... more >>
CHA Marketplace 2008
February 2008
The Caribbean Hotel Association’s (CHA) Marketplace was held January 13 to 15 at Atlantis Paradise Island in the Bahamas. Considered the most... more >>
The Popular Ones - Part One Of Our Look At Hot Spots In The Sun
February 2008
This month, Canadian Traveller explores some popular sun destinations offered by major tour operators. Costa Rica, several destinations in Cuba, the... more >>
Small Island, Big Attractions - Discover St. Lucia’s Heritage, Nature & Lively Culture
February 2008
One of the Windward Islands, St. Lucia sits halfway down the eastern Caribbean archipelago between Martinique and St. Vincent, with the Atlantic... more >>
Mudholes, Maori & Chardonnay City - New Zealand’s North Island, From Gisborne To Rotorua
February 2008
Come to New Zealand, the invitation said. Come to Eastland and the Bay of Plenty. Come and discover old European history and even older Maori... more >>
Get SMART In St. Martin
August 2009
The 8th annual SMART -– St. Martin Annual Regional Tradeshow – drew more than 50 supplier companies and 30 buyers including Transat Tours,... more >>
Positive Numbers At JAPEX In Jamaica
August 2009
Hosted by the Jamaica Hotel and Tourist Association (JHTA) and the Jamaica Tourist Board (JTB), the 19th annual Jamaica Product Exchange (JAPEX) drew... more >>
Bula Fiji
August 2009
The Bula Fiji Tourism Exchange, attracted more than 600 delegates, including 155 buyers and eight journalists from around the world to the Sheraton &... more >>
Costa Rica Targets Carbon-Zero Status
August 2009
Two words – green and sustainable – sum up Expotur 2009, the travel trade show organized by the Costa Rican Association of Professionals in... more >>
Sell Me On Social - Looking For Sales In Online Places
August 2009
a know I love it all. Anything creative and related to the business of travel that can generate a new sale, I’m there in the front row. Tell me... more >>
Mexico Is Bouncing Back From H1N1 - Riviera Maya Took A Hit, But Keeps On Ticking
August 2009
Despite the fact that it’s a mere mild illness for most people, the H1N1 virus briefly knocked tourism to Mexico, especially Riviera Maya, into... more >>
The Doctor Is In - Korea Is Moving Into The Medical Tourism Market
August 2009
Korea is after a piece of the medical travel market and has cleared the way for state-licensed clinics and hospitals to directly seek foreign... more >>
Omni Access
August 2008
The Omni Fort Worth Hotel, the Fort Worth Convention Center’s Headquarter Hotel, is scheduled to open January 2009 with 614 rooms and suites... more >>
Swiss Rails, 10 and Counting
August 2008
When the World Heritage Committee of UNESCO added the Albula and Bernina line of the Rhaetian Railway serving the Canton of Graubunden in... more >>
Smart Stuff
August 2008
The St. Maarten/St. Martin Annual Regional Tradeshow (SMART), held at the Sonesta Maho Beach Resort & Casino in St. Maarten in May, matched buyers,... more >>
New In Cancun
August 2008
The first phase of the Westin Lagunamar Ocean Resort, opening this month, is SVO’s first vacation ownership resort in Cancun, Mexico, as well as... more >>
Seoul Stopover Program
August 2008
Korea is inviting transit passengers to enjoy the truly unexpected while in Seoul. As of August 1, travellers who would normally continue onwards to... more >>
First ACTS In The Caribbean
August 2008
Finding new ways to succeed in a rapidly changing and increasingly challenging market was the theme at the First Annual Caribbean Tourism Summit... more >>
It’s A Wonderful Life
August 2008
Red Carnation Hotels is offering an It’s a Wonderful Life package at three 5-star London properties: The Milestone, The Egerton and “41”.... more >>
SHAM WOW Service - It’s Always Worth Polishing Your Service
June 2010
My wife and I had purchased nine, small California Lilac plants to extend the hedge in the front garden. At ten bucks each we could add a living... more >>
Selling Sustainability
June 2010
Organized by the Caribbean Tourism Organization (CTO) in collaboration with the Barbados Ministry of Tourism, the Sustainable Tourism Conference... more >>
Think Luxe, Sell Luxe - Top-End Products Reap Top-End Commissions
June 2010
How could there be a luxury market when the world continues to experience economic challenges, climatic disasters, eco-disasters, war and starvation?... more >>
The Sky’s The Limit - Sell Your Knowledge As Well As That Seat On The Plane
June 2010
Could you become the Seat Selection Guru? The Baggage Guru? The Route Guru? One thing is for sure, being in the travel industry ain’t dull! It’s... more >>
Fall's Top Ten - Tips For Turning Red Leaves Into Green Commissions
August 2008
If the fall season behaves itself and turns as it is supposed to we’re talking walks and rambles, hot chocolate, hot wine, heavy sweaters, scarves... more >>
An LA Pick-Up - Mix & Match Attractions For LA Commissions
August 2008
It’s that time of year again. Yes it’s LA time. This year we’re facing a few more challenges and of course we have a few more opportunities to... more >>
Customer Service Situations Part Deux: Jose - Making More By Selling More
August 2008
In Toronto recently, needed food, went to the café in the hotel...walked in and waited by the counter to be seated as the sign advised. A customer... more >>
Baggin’ Extra Commissions - Shopping Is A Niche You Can Really Enjoy
May 2010
Need a new niche? Need a niche that you too might just love to participate in? This idea might appeal more to women than men…but then there are men... more >>
Dogging It - Pet-Friendly Options Across The U.S.
May 2010
According to Erin Caslavka, editor at Ark & Tent, an online travel magazine about uniting people and animals through travel “More and more people... more >>
June 11: Set The Date
May 2010
First things first. Turn to your diary and block a date and time for me. June 11, 2010 at 11 a.m. Excellent. On that date, at that time you’ll be... more >>
Spring Clean Your Site - Delivering Marketing, Merchandising & Customer Service Via The Web
May 2010
I’ve been touring quite a few agency websites recently looking for one or two corkers. And there are one or two corkers for sure. There are also,... more >>
They Said It
May 2010 Kenya Supplement
Recently Canadian Traveller interviewed the leading Canadian tour operators selling Kenya safaris to find out what you should know to sell Kenya... more >>
What’s Your KSP? - Develop Your Kenya Sales Plan & Bag More Commissions
May 2010
When it’s time to research an article I usually include a click to National Geographic. There’s always something of interest hiding in the... more >>
Anything Can Happen
April 2010
TIC Travel Insurance knows that anything can happen to your clients while travelling, yet only about half of Canadians purchase coverage before... more >>
More Than Ever With Sandals
April 2010
One lucky Canadian travel agent will drive away with a three-year lease on a Sandals co-branded Honda Element in Sandals’ More Than Ever promotion. more >>
Paul Gauguin’s Agent Tools
April 2010
Visit www.pgcruises.com and find everything you need to plan, reserve and prepare your clients’ South Pacific cruise aboard the Paul Gauguin. The... more >>
The SKYpe’s The Limit -
April 2010
You know from previous articles and my workshops that I like Skype. I have worked with travel agents and suppliers alike suggesting they use this... more >>
We’re Not Dead Yet - Don’t Rest On Your Laurels When It Comes To Selling Travel Insurance
April 2010
Well I’ll tell you – let’s hope this promotional idea doesn’t catch on. This promotion has now been squashed and put to bed, however when... more >>
Championship Commissions - Become A Golf Trip Planner & Tee Up A New Source Of Business
March 2010
Oh boy this should be a fun niche market to promote about now. The Year of the Tiger! Who Wood have thought it, eh? So as you celebrate the year of... more >>
It’s About The Service
March 2010
As I go about my business I am always pulled into customer service situations that we can all learn from. Here’s a recent batch and all from the... more >>
March Up the Wedding Aisle - Boost Your Commissions, Say “I Do” To This Niche
March 2010
Are people still doing this? Sure they are. And it’s a renewable resource isn’t it? Yes it is. Have we moved from the one in two marriages ending... more >>
Selling the Travelicious! - Europe Offers Some Very Tasty Commissions
March 2010 Exploring Europe Supplement
Well this has to be a winner of an opportunity for all good travel agents. Wait for it. Thinking Europe. Thinking 2010. Thinking Germany. Holding a... more >>
Go Big, Go Deep - More Than A Niche, Adventure Travel Earns Hard Commissions
February 2010
Life is one big adventure all by itself isn’t it – and then you can travel too! What a world we live in. And what a selection of suppliers we... more >>
Put Your Stamp On This Niche - Posting More Commissions Is Easy
February 2010
Stamps? Postage stamps? Are they still used? Does anyone care? Well I do for one and I’ve cared about stamps since my time in the post department... more >>
Selling The Incredible - Niche Markets In India Make Incredible Commissions
February 2010 India Supplement
Ah India! Just to think the word brings you a mind full of colour, spices and people doesn’t it? Then there’s the food, Bollywood musicals, the... more >>
Spring Break Getaways - Deals & Events For Canadians This Spring
February 2010
It’s no surprise that winter-weary Canadians are the largest international market of visitors to the U.S. Tired of shovelling snow, and attracted... more >>
2010 One-Offs - Five Don’t-Miss Celebrations Across The U.S.
January 2010
Blink and it could be too late. Looking down the road at the year ahead, there are some special events, markers, anniversaries…call them what you... more >>
About Us Marketing - Tell Your Story Well On Your Website
January 2010
If you have a website then chances are you have the standard tabs and links ranging from Home to Contact Us. Somewhere between the Home and... more >>
On The Right Track - Plan Your Route To Rail Revenue
January 2010
Caption for CascadesBr:Selling rail travel could well be the domain of someone who truly loves the scenery and the history.Photo Credit: AmtrakBy... more >>
A Roller Coaster Ride - Click The Turnstiles To Theme Park Sales
December 2009
The last couple of years have been a roller coaster ride for theme parks across the continent and around the world, too. However, what goes down,... more >>
Nickelodeon Universe
December 2009
Nickelodeon, the #1 entertainment brand for kids, and Mall of America, the premier shopping destination in the U.S., joined forces to create a... more >>
World Travel Market - The Quiet Revolution
December 2009
The travel industry is seeing a ‘quiet revolution’ as consumers are becoming more caring, thoughtful and considerate. That was the message... more >>
Selling On The High Cs - Big Commissions Await The Intrepid Cruise Counsellor
November 2009
Selling cruises and generating high commissions means you will, as a front line travel counsellor, face one too many competitive stalls, squalls,... more >>
The Simple-Ology Service Model - Simplify Your Agency Service Model & Win More Business
November 2009
As I travel I am always learning from my own service experiences. Many times I will not complain as I truly want to experience the full on “no... more >>