Destination Vancouver brought the bouquets to valued travel advisors at an extra-special soirée in Sydney on 7 February 2025. Around 40 advisors enjoyed a Valentine’s Day-themed appreciation lunch with plenty of perks to celebrate Vancouver and Aussie advisors coming together.
Sydney advisors, including those who have completed the Vancouver Specialist Program, were invited to attend the exclusive event with seven Vancouver travel partners in attendance.
Agent appreciation event
Love was definitely in the air with a beautiful floral activation where travel advisors could select delicate blooms to make their own romantic bouquets.
Sydney agents also felt the love during a delicious three-course meal at The Charles Brasserie & Bar, featuring a dessert trolley of house-baked sweets and petit fours, including the restaurant’s decadent eight-layer Russian honey cake.
Attendees received the latest Vancouver news and insider tips during presentations from air, destination, touring and accommodation providers, including Geetha Harikrishnan (Pan Pacific Vancouver), Susan Fregona (Vancouver Marriott Pinnacle Downtown), Michelle Ng (Vancouver Foodie Tours), Lynn Chappel (Grouse Mountain), Bryson Dunn (Discover Canada Tours) and Denise Uribe (Air Canada).
In addition, advisors had the chance to meet the new Destination Vancouver In-Market Representative for Australia, Dianna Schinella, their local liaison for all things Vancouver and the Vancouver Specialist Program.
Destination Vancouver Market Manager, International Megan Nelson welcomed the opportunity to speak from the heart with Vancouver Specialists.
“It was great to connect with Sydney travel advisors, share updates on what’s new in Vancouver and show our appreciation for their continued support and partnership,” she said.
“Vancouver is always evolving, now in its third year as a Michelin Guide destination and gearing up for global events like the 2026 World Cup.
“We want to ensure agents have the latest insider tips to help them create unforgettable experiences for their clients, from must-see highlights to hidden gems,” she added.
Destination Vancouver x Air Canada major prize
Attendees also had a sneak peek at a new travel trade incentive to win a firsthand Vancouver experience, thanks to Destination Vancouver and Air Canada.
The major prize of a six-night Vancouver trip includes Air Canada return Economy flights from Brisbane or Sydney to Vancouver plus two nights’ stay at Pan Pacific Vancouver, two nights’ stay at Vancouver Marriott Downtown Pinnacle and two nights’ stay at the Douglas, Autograph Collection to experience Vancouver’s vibrant and diverse waterfront areas.
The lucky winner will also enjoy a Granville Island Tour with Vancouver Foodie Tours, a full-day guided tour with Discover Canada Tours and a Destination Experience Pass to check out the city’s top attractions, including Grouse Mountain.
The Destination Vancouver x Air Canada exclusive agent incentive runs from 10 February – 10 March 2025.
Sounds amazing, eh?
Win a firsthand Vancouver experience
Australian agents can also feel the Destination Vancouver love and get in on the major prize draw action with two easy steps.
To be eligible, advisors must first complete the Vancouver Specialist Program here. New advisors to the Vancouver Specialist Program can sign up using promo code: STANLEYPARK25.
Already a Vancouver Specialist? Email your completion certification to Natalia Welsh at nwelsh@destinationvancouver.com with the subject line: STANLEYPARK25.
Secondly, register and finish the Air Canada Global Sales University training courses here. Once your Vancouver Specialist Program Certificate is submitted, the team will verify your Air Canada training completion in the database.
To qualify for the grand prize draw, make sure you have completed all program requirements by 10 March 2025.
Find out more at vancouverspecialist.ca and Air Canada’s training resources
