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| TRANSAT AND NOLITOURS GET ELECTRIC |
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Agent commissions to be paid by electronic funds transfer as of Nov. 1 from Transat Holidays & Nolitours
Nolitours and Transat Holidays wish to inform all travel agents that commissions will be paid by electronic fund transfer as of November 1, 2010. Commission cheques will no longer be issued to travel agencies in Canada. In order to ensure they have the correct information in their systems, the tour operators need to collect the necessary banking details. Travel agencies are asked to fill out the form posted on Get Connected, which includes all the information required. The form must be filled out no later than September 17, 2010 in order to... [Full text and pictures]
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| VELAS TREATS TRAVEL AGENTS |
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Travel agents rewarded with special rates through 2011 at Velas Resorts properties
In order to thank travel agents for their loyalty, Velas Resorts are offering special agent rates throughout their resorts at Riviera Nayarit, Puerto Vallarta and Riviera Maya. Through 2011, travel agents can enjoy special rates at Casa Velas, an adults-only boutique hotel and ocean club located on the Marina Vallarta Golf Course; Velas Vallarta, a family-friendly suite resort and convention center located on the Banderas Bay, in Puerto Vallarta; Grand Velas Riviera Nayarit; and Grand Velas Riviera Maya. [Full text and pictures]
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| YEAR-END RESULTS FROM TPI |
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TPI releases strong year-end financial results; 16% increase in travel sales
Travel Professionals International (TPI) released their year-end financial results for Fiscal 2010, ended July, 31, 2010, showcasing double-digit year-over-year growth in sales, commissions, and new members for the fifth consecutive year. The privately-held company experienced a 16 per cent increase in travel sales, with sales continuing a trend toward dynamic packaging and FIT travel. Commissions and service fees related to travel sales increased 21 per cent, driven by... [Full text and pictures]
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| ACCENT INNS SUPPORT B.C.’S FISH |
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Accent Inns hotels has just launched a new program that will see to the long-term viability of B.C.’s natural resources, as they continue to fulfill their vision of supporting local groups that strive towards improving the B.C. environment. For each guest who stays at any one of the hotel’s locations and shows a valid freshwater or salt water fishing license, Accent Inns will donate $2. Accent Inns ‘Fish for the Future’ partners are... [Full text and pictures]
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| THE FAIRMONT WATERFRONT GAINS PULLAN |
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| Ian Pullan |
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The Fairmont Waterfront Vancouver appoints Ian Pullan as new General Manager
Ian Pullan is the new General Manager of The Fairmont Waterfront in Vancouver, B.C. Crossing the water from his General Manager’s post at The Fairmont Orchid, Mr. Pullan leaves the Big Island of Hawaii to take over the reins from retired general manager, Francis Parkinson. With over 27 years of experience within the hospitality industry, Pullan’s past experience includes senior operations positions with several global brand hotel groups. He is now taking on the team at The Fairmont Waterfront with a commitment to the outstanding guest services that have become a cornerstone of this property. |
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