Our Partners Car Partners
The company is part of Avis Budget Group, Inc., (NYSE: CAR) formerly Cendant Corporation. Avis Budget Group has marketing agreements with Avis Europe Plc, a separately owned UK-based company owning or franchising an additional 2,900 Avis locations in Europe, Africa, the Middle East and Asia
Budget Rent A Car was founded in 1958 as a car rental company for the "budget-minded" renter. Today, as an industry leader, Budget continues to appeal to value-minded renters by offering quality vehicles and a rewarding rental experience at nearly 1,900 rental locations worldwide.
Tour Partners
Choose from a variety of package options, most featuring round-trip airfare, quality accommodation (aboard major cruise lines and at the best brand name resorts-most of which are all-inclusive), return airport transfers at destination, private tours (Asia & South America), Aeroplan® Miles as well as safe, reliable service aboard Air Canada-ranked Best Airline in North America by Skytrax as part of a worldwide survey.
It all began in 1950 along a beach on the island of Majorca, with one man's passion for fun and hospitality. He created an environment where guests became friends, a vacation spot became a village, and Club Med became the world's favorite way to play. It was the birth of the all-inclusive concept, setting the standard for all vacations that followed. Over 50 years later, the tents of early years have been replaced with world-class rooms and modern amenities, but the spirit of Club Med remains the same (upgraded accommodations feature cable TV, telephones, CD players, private safes and mini-refrigerators). Other services include Internet kiosks, tour desks, spa massages, sundries boutique and laundry service. Club Med is a place where new experiences lie around every corner and the activities are as plentiful as the sand itself. It's a chance to live your dreams step-by-step, experience-by-experience and activity-by-activity. From sensational dining and open bar service to a seemingly unlimited array of activities such as sailing, scuba diving, ATP tennis camps, golf, yoga, plus 1001 other delights in-between, Club Med offers all you need to vacation your way.
Contiki is the world's largest travel company for 18-35 year olds! In 1961, a young New Zealander, John Anderson, arrived in London to tour Europe. He didn't want to go alone and he didn't have much money, so he put a deposit on a minibus and gathered a group of travelers who spent twelve weeks exploring Europe. At the end of the trip, John tried to sell the minibus but no one wanted it. So when in Spring of 1962, he advertised his Europe tour again. This time, he was able to fit two trips into the Summer season and doubled his business. The first tours were for 19 - 29 year olds, so right from the start Contiki was about youth travel. Contiki was the first tour operator to introduce vacations exclusively for 18 - 35's, and since then we've made the concept our own. We create vacations that are a perfect combination of included sightseeing and personal leisure time. A Contiki tour means peace of mind. Compare the cost of what you get when you do Europe or other Contiki tours with Contiki versus the cost of doing it on your own. You'll find our prices unbeatable. In addition to Europe, Contiki offers tours for 18 - 35's to Australia & New Zealand, America and Africa.
Holiday House offers over 50 destinations around the world, including Britain, Europe, the Caribbean, Mexico, South America, the USA, Canada and the South Pacific, with thousands of hotels ranging from great value budget hotels up to luxurious five-star resorts - the choice is yours! In the air, Holiday House offers a wide selection of scheduled airlines that give you complete flexibility on your departure day, date and time - whether you are traveling for three days or a week, ten days or two months, we can book it for you. On the sea, travel with Holiday House CruiseEscapes and enjoy your vacation aboard one of our eight cruise line partners that offer itineraries all over the world. They also offer car rentals, rail, attraction tickets at theme parks, and so much more - all available for pre-purchase in Canadian dollars so you don't have to worry about fluctuations in exchange rate!
Insight Vacations, Europe's premier escorted tour operator, provides premium quality escorted vacations by motorcoach throughout Britain, Ireland, Europe, Scandinavia the Eastern Mediterranean and North America. In 1978, its first year, the company had a handful of staff in London and carried just 5700 passengers. Today, Insight has a team of professionals throughout the world, plays host to over 100,000 guests per year and has offices in the USA, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, South Africa, Singapore and the UK. The company has also appointed specialist Agents in Argentina, Brazil, Mauritius, India, Malaysia, Hong Kong, Thailand, Philippines, Indonesia, Korea, Taiwan and China. Insight has achieved many important tour Operator 'Firsts' over the years including, in 1983, being the first scheduled tour operator to win the Queen's Award for Export Achievement’ from Her Majesty, Queen Elizabeth II. The Art of Touring in Style Vacation Choice Travel the back roads of Europe in comfort on our 'Country Roads' program; enjoy a wide selection of 'Regional Europe' touring on itineraries covering one or two countries in depth; or experience Europe for the first time on one of our 'European Discovery' multi-destination tours. Most importantly, these leisurely paced tours provide stays of two and three nights at many destinations so that you can enjoy the real Europe. We know that your time is precious. That's why we have created a balance of guided sightseeing and leisure time. Enjoy the major sites with an expert guide who will provide insights into history and culture. Because we have worked plenty of free time into our tours, you will have time for your own independent discoveries. Insight Vacations offers a wide range of included features, experiences that on many tours cost extra. With our Premium Highlights we have included an ascent of the Eiffel Tower in Paris, a gondola ride in Venice, a Thames River cruise in London, and much more. An included Highlight Dinner on each tour introduces you to the cuisine of the region. And, speaking of cuisine, we offer a choice of dishes on our three-course included dinner menus. On an Insight tour you will travel with companions from all over the English speaking world - England, New Zealand, Australia, South Africa, Singapore and more. Sit back in the comfort of your reclining seat as you watch the countryside unfold from large, panoramic windows. In cities, our hotels are centrally located, affording you easy access to shopping and entertainment, while in the countryside, we have chosen hotels with exquisite settings and views. So, relax and capture the spirit of Europe while we take care of the details. From Great Britain to the European continent, from Scandinavia to Central Europe, and from Turkey to the wonders of Israel and Egypt, we invite you to experience the Insight difference and travel in style.
Rocky Mountaineer Railtours has become the largest privately-owned passenger rail service in North America with sales representation in 18 countries, and 330 employees during the operating season. Since beginning operations in 1990, almost a half a million guests have traveled onboard the Rocky Mountaineer. The company has a 22 acre operations and maintenance facility in Kamloops, B.C. and also operates Two River Junction Dinner and Musical Revue, in the city of Kamloops. WHAT: Rocky Mountaineer Railtours two-day, all-daylight rail journey follows the historical train route constructed over 120 years ago through western Canada and the Canadian Rockies. The entire trip takes place during daylight hours to ensure travelers enjoy all the scenery. Guests overnight midway in accommodation in historic Kamloops, British Columbia. WHERE: Traveling eastbound and westbound between Vancouver, British Columbia, and Jasper or Banff and Calgary, Alberta, the Rocky Mountaineer retraces the legendary western Canadian routes of the first transcontinental railway. WHEN: The Rocky Mountaineer operates from mid-April to mid-October. A Canadian Rockies Winter Rail Vacations program now runs in December. For more information on Winter Rail Vacations, visit www.WinterRailtours.com HOW: Rocky Mountaineer offers two choices of service: RedLeaf Service provides guests with spacious, comfortable reclining seats, large picture windows, open air vestibules and at-your-seat meal service, in a non-smoking, air-conditioned environment GoldLeaf Service guests enjoy pre-boarding privileges and reserved seating in the GoldLeaf dome coach, with panoramic views from the upper level with an elegant dining lounge, rear observation platform and fully equipped galley on the lower level. SIGHTS: Breathtaking views of the majestic, snow-covered Canadian Rockies, rugged canyons and seemingly endless rivers and valleys are only interrupted by sightings of Big Horn Sheep, moose, deer and elk.
Whether it is an individual traveler, family, group or special request, everyone at Unbelievable Vacations is here to work with you. The tour company hallmark is flexibility, creativity and responsiveness. Only UNIGLOBE can provide you with an Unbelievable Vacation. We are unique, in our ability and experience to ensure your success. Our vision is to match our skills to your needs.
Sunquest Vacations offers a wide range of package vacations and air only programs that are of great interest to Canadian vacationers. In winter, programs directly from Western Canada or through Toronto include the Caribbean, Mexico and Central America, as well as Las Vegas and Florida. In addition, Sunquest offers two Sun Cruises packages in the Caribbean, sailing from Aruba, Barbados and Montego Bay. In summer, Sunquest offers the same destinations as in winter, and in addition, charters to Amsterdam and London from Western Canada as well as a Mediterranean cruise program, charters to Palma, Mallorca, Ireland and Italy. Hotel packages, car rental and fly / drive programs are also available in conjunction with the Europe flights. Please contact your UNIGLOBE Travel consultant for any details of Sunquest Vacations product.
With a firm commitment to quality, reliability and value, Trafalgar ensures that all their guests travel with complete peace of mind. With over half a century of experience, Trafalgar has perfected the escorted tour experience. Our product range today features over 200 distinctive itineraries, all designed to bring a destination alive and make a holiday unforgettable.
Transat Holidays is the nucleus of the vertical integration process which enabled the Transat group to define itself as a "holiday maker". A holiday maker acts as a master craftsman, assembling the various holiday travel components (such as air transportation, transfers, hotel accommodations, activities, guided tours, meals, cruises, etc.), and making them accessible to the public. Depending on the season, the vacation packages offered by Transat Holidays involve destinations such as the South (Mexico, the Caribbean, Central America, South America) and Europe (France, the United Kingdom, Ireland, Belgium, the Netherlands and Germany). Air Transat Holidays operates mainly out of Montreal, Toronto, Vancouver, Fort Lauderdale and Paris, but also has regional offices in Halifax, Quebec City, Calgary, Edmonton and Orlando. Its products are available through all large travel agency networks in Canada and in France. Transat holidays was awarded the Atlas trophy by travel agents on several occasions in the categories of Best Tour Operator and Best Travel Brochure. Uniglobe Travel is proud to welcome Transat Holidays as one of its preferred suppliers.
Cruise Partners
For the grownups, (when you're not acting like kids) there are glamorous Vegas-style shows with no cover or minimum, the lively action of a friendly casino, a choice of exciting lounges, an intimate piano bar and a late night dance club. There are also many pleasures your family can enjoy together, including fabulous meals, fun sports and games, all kinds of entertainment and the pampering service Carnival is famous for! Just think of all the fun your gang will have snorkeling, shopping duty-free and exploring every new port of call. So, plan the perfect family vacation aboard Carnival, "The Most Popular Cruise Line in the World!" and you'll see for yourself why Family Circle Magazine voted Carnival "Best Family Vacation Value" in their all-inclusive price category.
What sets Celebrity apart from other vacation choices today is the cruise line's passionate dedication to providing guests with a cruise experience that exceeds expectations. This extraordinary performance level has become the definition of Celebrity Cruises, and has set the worldwide standard for today's expression of what first made cruising famous -- high quality, superior design, spacious accommodations, grand style, attentive service and exceptional cuisine. The excellence of Celebrity's existing cruise product continues with the cruise line's Millennium-class ships, which embody even greater technical achievement and meaningful innovation, while retaining the distinctive style, sophistication and service elements that have become the hallmark of a Celebrity cruise.
As the "Get Out There" cruise vacation alternative, Royal Caribbean ships offer itineraries, activities and amenities designed to appeal to every taste, energy level and age group. Our guests seem to agree with our philosophy: Royal Caribbean's Crown & Anchor customer loyalty program recently enrolled its three millionth guest.
Hotel and Accommodation Uniglobe Total Hotel Program Choice Hotels With over 200 locations operating under the brand names Comfort, Quality, Clarion, Sleep, Econo Lodge, Rodeway and Mainstay Suites from coast-to-coast, Choice Hotels Canada is also recognized as the country's Largest Lodging Chain. Choice Hotels Canada became Canada's Largest Lodging Chain in July 1993, when a 50/50 partnership was forged between Journey's End Corporation (now UniHost Corporation) and Choice Hotels International. The resulting Canadian company, Choice Hotels Canada, brings a personal management style together with the vast resources of a worldwide support team. Hilton With a world of options available, Uniglobe Travel anticipates the opportunity to provide some down to earth solutions. Radisson With a world of options available, Uniglobe Travel anticipates the opportunity to provide some down to earth solutions.
Preffered Vendors
Local Diners Club Sites: Visit local Diners Club sites from numerous countries for information on the Card and local services. Airport Lounges: Detailed information about the extensive network of Diners Club lounges in airports around the globe. Traveler's Aide: News and weather from around the world, airline and hotel links, currency conversion rates, language translators and much more.
Air Partners
Air Canada is a member of the Star Alliance, a grouping of the leading carriers in the regions they serve. As of March 26, the Star Alliance members are: Air Canada, Air New Zealand, All Nippon Airways, Ansett Australia, Austrian Airlines Group, Lufthansa German Airlines, Scandinavian Airlines System - SAS, Thai Airways International, United Airlines, VARIG Brazilian Airlines and Singapore Airlines. Mexicana Airlines and British Midland Airways will join later this year. With the addition of the new members, the Star Alliance network will cover more than 800 destinations in 130 countries.
Direct benefits to travelers include faster travel time with coordinating and complementing schedules, a dense network of worldwide connections and point served, passenger and luggage check through to final destination and expanded Frequent Flyer Programs, with joint lounge usage. Air Canada, in partnership with Lufthansa, offers some of the best schedules and routings from Canada to Europe, the Middle East and Africa.
Over the subsequent months, the team worked to develop a comprehensive business plan and financial model. With this information in hand, a number of local business people were approached and within 30 days the needed capital was raised. After purchasing the three original Boeing 737-200 aircraft, a second offering to retail and institutional investors was completed in January 1996, raising the necessary capital to commence operations. On February 29, 1996, the airline started flight operations with 220 employees and three aircraft to the cities of Vancouver, Kelowna, Calgary, Edmonton and Winnipeg. Since that time, the company has continued to expand, bringing more western cities into WestJet's world. In 1996, WestJet added Victoria, Regina and Saskatoon to its route network. In 1997, WestJet began service to Abbotsford/Fraser Valley, and in 1999 WestJet added Thunder Bay, Prince George, and Grand Prairie to its service area. WestJet achieved a major milestone when in July 1999 it completed its Initial Public Offering of 2.5 million common shares. It was an exciting day for all WestJetters, representing the achievement of a key business goal and raising the necessary capital for expansion of the company into the coming years. With the help of lead underwriters CIBC World Markets and the dedicated executive team, WestJet has made a successful transition to a public company. The capital raised from the offering has been and will be used for the purchase of additional aircraft, as well as the building of new Head Office and Hangar facilities in Calgary, in order to meet the needs of the company's expanding workforce. 1999 saw unprecedented change and restructuring in the airline industry in Canada, offering a window of opportunity for WestJet to expand its service beyond its current route structure. In December 1999, WestJet announced that it would be extending its successful low fare airline across Canada. Between March and June 2000, the company added service to the eastern Canadian cities of Hamilton, Moncton, and Ottawa, creating an eastern network with Hamilton as the hub. In 2000, WestJet's four founders were honoured as 'The Ernst & Young Entrepreneur of the Year' for Canada, in recognition of the contributions they have made to Canadian travelers and the lives of all of WestJet's people and shareholders. In 2001, WestJet added new service to Fort McMurray, Comox, Sault Ste. Marie, Sudbury, Thompson and Limited Addition flights to Brandon. In 2001, WestJet also added its first four new generation Boeing 737 aircraft. Also, in 2001, Clive, Don, Mark, and Tim received an International Entrepreneurship award for Outstanding Teamwork in Monaco. This year, WestJet has added service to two new Ontario destinations, London and Toronto. In addition to adding new aircraft and improved route frequency, WestJet celebrated its 21st quarter of profitability with their 2002 First Quarter results. WestJet is proud to be Canada's only low-fare airline. |
