The internet may have changed the way travellers do their research, but travel brochures are still a popular way of obtaining travel information. Here’s what new this week.
1. APT’s new Canada & Alaska program is here
A new rail itinerary, an exclusive luxury small ship cruise, a range of exciting new Signature Invitations and a new Wilderness Lodge & Resort extension are just a handful of the new additions to APT’s Canada and Alaska program for 2016.
APT’s expansive Canada & Alaska 2016 brochure is available in travel agents now and carries a total of 40 itineraries, including APT’s Platinum Collection portfolio.
In Western Canada APT combines luxury land tours of the Rockies, featuring rail journeys with Rocky Mountaineer in GoldLeaf or VIA Rail, with a choice of two styles of Alaskan cruising, one of which includes World Heritage-listed Glacier Bay.
In Eastern Canada a range of combinations are available, including tours that take in East Coast USA highlights including New York and the New England Islands.
New additions to APT’s Canada & Alaska portfolio in 2016 include the Rocky Mountaineer Coastal Passage journey connecting the Canadian Rockies with Seattle. The itinerary runs for 16 days and features more Canadian scenery.
There’s also the new exclusive cruise charter. The Alaskan cruise option will be held on a full charter luxury small ship expedition cruise aboard the boutique 115-stateroom/suite luxury yacht, Le Soléal. It runs for 12 nights from Vancouver and takes guests to some of the most isolated and stunning highlights of the Alaskan coastline.
2. PONANT releases April-October brochure
PONANT has released a brochure for the April to October 2016 period.
The program includes trips to adventurous destinations like Alaska, the Arctic Far North and Canada, as well as a wide range of exciting European voyages including the Mediterranean, the Aegean Sea and the Baltic.
For the very first time, PONANT will navigate to the east coast of the United States, leaving from Boston.
During this cruise, passengers will enjoy a two-day stopover at the heart of the sparkling New York City. Once again, many departures available with a Ponant Bonus* going up to 30 percent off the brochure fare, and special offers like “no single supplement” on many cruises or “Consecutive cruises” discounts.
Click here to access the brochure.
3. Back-Roads’ popular tour go year-round
Back-Roads Touring is making its popular UK and Europe tours accessible to guests year round.
The year round tours will stay true to the Back-Roads ethos of tailor-made touring, with quaint accommodation experiences, charismatic local dining and a local tour guide with in depth knowledge of the regions all a part of the experience.
“As the popularity of small group travel continues to grow, we decided to expand the life cycle of some of our more popular Back-Roads destinations so our customers can enjoy authentic local experiences, bespoke culinary encounters and specialty Back-Roads accommodation all year round.”
Hugh Houston, Back-Roads Brand Manager
Mr Houston said the Highlights of Britain and Ireland – The Emerald Isle tours are set to be favourites amongst travellers.
The Highlights of Britain tour is a nine-day journey through British history and culture offers an unparalleled journey through some of the country’s most iconic regions, including The Cotswolds, Snowdonia National Park, the Yorkshire Dales and the Lake District.
The 12-day Emerald Isle tour through Ireland will captivate tourists. Itinerary highlights include an escorted tour of Belfast’s political murals on a Famous Black Cab tour, and the dramatic splendour of the Inishowen Peninsula, Connermara, the Dingle Peninsula and the Wicklow Mountains.
Other tours include Edinburgh to London, Heart of England, La Belle France, Tuscan Treats and From Berlin to Bohemia.
4. Increase profitability with Group Travel
Travel the World has launched a guide to increasing profitability with Group, Incentive and Charter Travel.
Designed for agents, the guide aims to be a resource in all aspects of planning your perfect group holiday for 10 or more people.
Travel the World says the guide will help agents choose which cruise operator is best suited to various groups, from the small luxury ships of Windstar Cruises, Silversea, Ponant Yacht & Expedition Cruises to Tauck River and Small Ship Cruises to the larger vessels of Holland America Line and Carnival International.
Also on offer, culturally immersive travel, luxurious resorts and premium touring.
With unrivalled knowledge, passion for travel and over 30 years combined group travel industry experience, our specialists are on hand to assist with any queries.
Brochure can be ordered now by emailing groups@traveltheworld.com.au
