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Treasures of France including Normandy

8 Days Starting and ending in Paris

Visiting: Paris, Honfleur, Normandy Beaches, Brittany, Loire Valley, Chartres

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Battlefield Tours , Gardens & Nature Tours , History

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Art Galleries & Museums , Sightseeing

NB: Prices correct on 20-Aug-2024 but subject to change.

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Tour overview.

Embark on a captivating journey through the heart of France with the "Treasures of France including Normandy" tour. This exquisite adventure invites you to explore the rich tapestry of French history, culture, and breathtaking landscapes. From the iconic landmarks of Paris, including the Eiffel Tower and Arc de Triomphe, to the historic Normandy D-Day Landing Beaches, every step of this tour is steeped in history. Delight in the enchanting beauty of Mont-Saint-Michel, and marvel at the architectural wonders of the Loire Valley's Châteaux. With visits to the Bayeux Tapestry and Chartres Cathedral, you'll dive deep into France's medieval past. Enjoy the comfort of luxury air-conditioned coach travel, cherry-picked hotels, and the expertise of a professional Travel Director. This tour promises a blend of historical exploration, scenic beauty, and cultural immersion, making it an unforgettable experience through France's most treasured landscapes and historical sites.

Explore Mont-Saint-Michel and Châteaux of the Loire Valley with a Local Specialist and Normandy D-Day Landing Beaches

Discover Paris, Rouen, Honfleur, Bayeux and the Loire Valley

Visit the Bayeux Tapestry, the Normandy D-Day Landing Beaches, the monastery of Mont-Saint-Michel, the Châteaux of Amboise and Chenonceau and Chartres cathedral

View the Champs-Élysées, the Eiffel Tower and the Arc de Triomphe in Paris

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Day 1 : Bonjour Paris

Location: paris, accommodation: hotel, accommodation name: evergreen laurel hotel paris, meals included: dinner.

Bienvenue! The 'City of Light' welcomes you as you prepare to embark on an unforgettable journey through France. Join your fellow travellers and Travel Director this evening for a Welcome Reception and orientation drive to admire the glittering cityscape of Paris – past grand boulevards and iconic sites like the Champs-Élysées and the Arc de Triomphe.

Day 2 : Admire Normandy’S Colourful Honfleur And The Bayeux Tapestry

Location: honfleur, accommodation name: hôtel mercure omaha beach, meals included: breakfast, dinner.

This morning, we depart Paris and venture to the city of Rouen, the tragic site where Joan of Arc was burnt at the stake. We travel to the enchanting harbour town of Honfleur – its narrow lanes and colourful shopfronts have long attracted artists who have immortalised its beauty on canvas. Arriving in Bayeux, we visit the Tapestry Museum. Here you’ll Dive Into Culture and see the Bayeux Tapestry, depicting events before and during the Battle of Hastings in 1066. This evening, we dine at our hotel.

Day 3 : Explore The D-Day Landing Beaches

Location: normandy beaches, meals included: breakfast.

Today we explore the poignant D-Day Landing Beaches in the company of our Local Specialist. We begin with a visit to the American Rangers Memorial at Pointe du Hoc. Pay tribute to the brave souls who lost their lives at Omaha Beach, imagining the mingled sense of terror and triumph felt on the fateful day when Allied forces set foot on mainland Europe. We stop for lunch in the seaside town of Arromanches, the setting for the Mulberry Harbour, once at the heart of the Normandy landings.

Day 4 : Journey Through Picturesque Normandy And Brittany

Location: brittany, accommodation name: hotel de l'abbaye le tronchet.

Travel through the Normandy countryside admiring the land of calvados before arriving in Brittany. Enjoy the afternoon your way or perhaps, discover the beauty of the port city of St. Malo with a Local Specialist on the Jewels of St. Malo Optional Experience.

Day 5 : Continue To The Beautiful Loire Valley

Location: loire valley, accommodation name: novotel amboise, meals included: breakfast, lunch.

This morning we explore the UNESCO World Heritage-listed bay of the Mont-Saint Michel. Our Local Specialist reveals the history of the impressive medieval Benedictine Abbey perched on the hilltop. Journey onward through scenic countryside, stopping to Connect With Locals at a lunch with wine in a 17th-century château during a Be My Guest experience set within beautiful grounds. Later, continue to the beautiful Loire Valley, where we will spend the next two nights.

Day 6 : Discover The Stunning French Châteaux

We spend our day admiring the beautiful châteaux of the Loire Valley and join a Local Specialist for a visit to the Amboise Royal Château. It is here that King François I hosted Leonardo da Vinci, whose tomb now lies in the Chapel of Saint-Hubert adjoining the château. We continue with a visit to Château de Chenonceau, built on the Cher River. The château is often referred to as the 'Ladies Castle', due to the many women who influenced its construction and development. Today it contains priceless collections, including Renaissance furniture, tapestries and masterpieces by Rubens and Tintoretto.

Day 7 : Continue To Chartres And Paris

Location: chartres, accommodation name: renaissance paris la défense.

Our first stop today is the town of Chartres and its beautiful Roman Catholic cathedral, regarded as one of the most authentic and complete works of religious architecture from the early 13th century. We journey back to Paris this afternoon and spend the rest of our day in the 'City of Light' with free time to take in some of the sights. Celebrate with your Travel Director and newfound friends this evening at a Farewell Dinner with local wines at a Parisian bistro.

Day 8 : Farewell Paris

For now it's time to say a fond au revoir to France and your fellow travellers at the end of a memorable trip.

What's Included

Travel Director

An expert Travel Director and professional Driver

Breakfast daily and up to half of your evening meals

Sightseeing

Must-see sightseeing and surprise extras

Audio Headsets

Audio headsets for flexible sightseeing

What's Not Included

International airfare is not included

Travel Insurance

Travel insurance is not included but recommended

Mode of Transport

Luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries or alternative transportation (such as rail journeys)

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Cherry-picked hotels, all tried and trusted

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What are the pick-up and drop-off times for the treasures of france including normandy tour.

The pick-up times at Charles de Gaulle airport are 08:00, 11:00, 14:00, and the drop-off times are 08:00, 11:30.

What are the highlights of the Treasures of France including Normandy tour?

The highlights of the tour include exploring Mont-Saint-Michel and Châteaux of the Loire Valley with a Local Specialist, visiting the Normandy D-Day Landing Beaches, discovering Paris, Rouen, Honfleur, Bayeux, and the Loire Valley, and visiting the Bayeux Tapestry, the Normandy D-Day Landing Beaches, the monastery of Mont-Saint-Michel, the Châteaux of Amboise and Chenonceau, and Chartres cathedral. Additionally, you will view the Champs-Élysées, the Eiffel Tower, and the Arc de Triomphe in Paris.

Are flights included in the Treasures of France including Normandy tour?

No, international airfare is not included in the tour.

What type of transportation is provided on the Treasures of France including Normandy tour?

The tour provides luxury air-conditioned coach transportation with Wi-Fi in most countries or alternative transportation, such as rail journeys.

What meals are included in the Treasures of France including Normandy tour?

The tour includes breakfast daily and up to half of your evening meals.

What type of accommodation is included in the tour?

The tour includes accommodation in cherry-picked hotels, all tried and trusted.

Is travel insurance included in the tour?

No, travel insurance is not included but it is recommended.

Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?

The beauty of taking a guided holiday with us is that you’ll have the opportunity to meet and travel with people from all over the globe.

What policies are in place for Covid-19?

Vaccination against Covid-19 is not mandatory to travel with Trafalgar. However, we strongly recommend that guests are vaccinated before travelling. Please note that airlines and/or other authorities may have different requirements. It is the guest's responsibility to comply with these requirements at all times.

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Trafalgar is a founding partner of the TreadRight Foundation, a not-for-profit organisation established in 2008. So far, the charity has donated more than US$2 million to help underprivileged communities and support sustainable tourism around the world.

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My first time with Trafalgar and I see no reason why I should not join them again.

Very well planned trip with timely breaks during the coach ride..

It was a well organized tour group and we hit lots of interesting and beautiful scenes. Like our previous trips with Trafalgar, tourists were treated with well manner and professional tour guide/director, making our trip very enjoyable and delightful!

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We really did see the best of Egypt and beyond. Our tour guide, Mohammad, guided us through the rich history and the urban and rural life of such a unique and delightful country. We felt very safe and pampered.

Wonderful Best Of Turkey

It was my first time with Trafalgar Tour and I had a wonderful trip from day 1 till the last day. The Tour Director, Yocel Atik is very knowledgeable and Excellent. The health director and coach driver are helpful and supportive as well. The hotels selected were comfortable especially Rixos Hotel and Movenpick Hotel. The Best of Turkey is better than I expected.

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I am single and travel alone. I always feel secure and well-looked after when I travel with Trafalgar

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Skift IDEA Awards 2024: Meet the Winners

Adam Stacey , Skift

August 13th, 2024 at 12:43 PM EDT

The travel industry’s most coveted award for excellence in design, creativity, and innovation once again celebrates the brands and businesses that are redefining the future of travel. Discover the final results and meet the 2024 winners.

Adam Stacey

Following a record 350 submissions, we are delighted to announce that the winners of the 2024 Skift IDEA Awards have now been confirmed.

The Skift IDEA awards honor inspiring, purpose-driven work from brands, agencies, and technology companies redefining the future of travel. 

The 2024 Skift IDEA awards saw a number of changes, including a new brand identity and a completely redesigned submission process — but one thing has stayed the same: Our mission to celebrate excellence in design, creativity, and innovation .

This year’s finalists showcased an array of forward-thinking and purpose-driven projects, including creative campaigns that inspire action, projects that spotlight important causes, and solutions designed to make travel more seamless, sustainable, and accessible.

Following a scoring review by our esteemed judging panel , we are excited to announce that our 2024 winners have now been finalized.

So, without any further ado, here are this year’s 204 Skift IDEA Awards winners!

INDUSTRY INNOVATORS Category: Activities & Attractions

Voyages Indigenous Tourism Australia |  Wintjiri Wiṟu: Bringing an Ancient Indigenous Story to Life

Developed over five years, at an investment of over $10 million, Wintjiri Wiṟu brings to life an ancient Indigenous story through spectacular choreographed drones, lasers and projections illuminating the skies above Uluru. It’s a surreal, culturally immersive experience that’s also the world’s largest permanent drone show.

Every element of the show has been guided by Aṉangu – the traditional owners of Uluṟu – to ensure their ancient story is told in the right way. Launched on 10 May 2023, over 1,100 drones take flight each night.

From a purpose-built, sustainable theater, guests can enjoy Wintjiri Wiṟu in three ways; with a signature three-hour Sunset Dinner, or a shorter 1.5-hour Twilight / After Dark viewing. Narrated by Aṉangu themselves in Pitjantjatjara and Yankunytjatjara languages, the score also features traditional Inma – sacred ceremonial music. Each experience is accompanied by gourmet fare, premium beverages and impeccable service.

INDUSTRY INNOVATORS Category: Airlines & Airports

SkyTeam |  SkyTeam’s Carry-on Calculator

With more than 30 million codeshare or multi-carrier flights offered every year, SkyTeam is always innovating to make travel easier for the millions of customers connecting between SkyTeam members.

Hand baggage allowance can vary between airlines. Not knowing if they are bringing the correct amount of carry-on for every flight causes customers stress, while trying to find out individual airlines’ carry-on policies takes time and is inconvenient.

In a very quick, agile and enthusiastic approach, SkyTeam created the Carry-on Calculator. Designed and built in-house, this addresses the disparity in hand baggage allowance between different airlines. allowing customers to review all the hand luggage policies for the carriers in their itinerary. The tool provides them with the most restrictive airline policy and gives them a breakdown of number of items allowed including size and weight.

Highly Commended | Alaska Airlines: The Next Generation of Search, Powered by AI

INDUSTRY INNOVATORS Category: Business Travel

Radisson Hotel Group |  Book It Easy

Radisson Hotel Group (RHG) aimed to revolutionize the hospitality landscape with its “Radisson Meetings” value proposition and pioneering digital platform, which allows meeting organizers to book meetings and events directly via the Group’s website and app in real-time.

This “Book It Easy” tool has been seamlessly integrated into the Group’s internal booking management system and has set a new standard in customer convenience and satisfaction as well as providing an award-winning digital innovation.

“Book it Easy” is now available in over 160 hotels, including all RHG’s key conference hotels in EMEA.

INDUSTRY INNOVATORS Category: Hotels

TFE Hotels |  MM:NT Berlin Lab: Rethinking How the Hospitality Industry Approaches Innovation

Recognising that the way people traveled and worked had changed due to the pandemic, in 2022, a small project team from TFE Hotels in Europe took the opportunity to examine the value expectations of future travelers that led to the creation of a six-room-micro-hotel in Berlin that operates in beta mode.

This innovative, digital-first ‘lab’ enables the continuous testing/reconfiguration of the hospitality experience, including design, amenities, and sustainable materials, with real-time-feedback from guests. MM:NT has conducted a two-month experiment where guests were crowdsourced via social media and invited to stay for free and provide real-time qualitative feedback.

By recreating fully functional hotel rooms in a controlled, yet public, lab environment and using an agile, iterative process typically seen in software development, TFE can test new configurations, designs, and sustainable products in a live feedback loop, providing the opportunity to adapt hotel designs and bring them to market quicker – something not usually possible when opening a traditional hotel.

INDUSTRY INNOVATORS Category: Tour Operators

Rustic Pathways |  Paving the Way for Transformative Student Travel

Rustic Pathways seeks to empower students to positively impact lives and communities around the globe, creating a world where travel is accepted as an essential part of education, where travel is a model for sustainable development, where all people are connected by a shared humanity and all decisions are made with a global perspective.

Whether it’s volunteering on community-led projects or engaging in cross-cultural exchanges, Rustic Pathways empowers travelers to become active participants in their adventures, fostering empathy, understanding, and personal growth. Rustic Pathways designs each travel itinerary with precision, purpose, passion and adventure in order to transform the ordinary teen travel moments into extraordinary memories.

With impactful change currently taking place in over 20 countries through 103 different programs, Rustic Pathways’ long-term objective is to continue expanding its reach, developing programs in new destinations around the world in order to help communities in need.

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INDUSTRY INNOVATORS Category: Tourism

Travel Alberta |  Pioneering Development of Diverse, Year-Round Destination Zones

While Canada’s tourism began in Banff and Lake Louise National Parks 100 years ago, Alberta’s tourism has not expanded much beyond these regions, stymieing growth elsewhere.

Travel Alberta sought an innovative, sustainable approach to province-wide tourism development. The Travel Alberta’s Tourism Development Zone (TDZ) initiative identified 10 zones across Alberta – chosen for their potential to become world-class tourist destinations – and uses advanced data analytics, including GIS spatial data, travel consumer demand data, macroeconomic data, and social media sentiment analysis, to guide strategies tailored each area’s unique needs, ensuring sustainability and economic viability.

By extending tourist itineraries beyond well-known destinations, the initiative spreads the economic benefits of tourism across the province and mitigates over-tourism’s ecological impacts. It creates a year-round tourism narrative that enhances Alberta’s appeal to domestic and international visitors.

INDUSTRY INNOVATORS Category: Visionary 2030 in Partnership with Allianz Partners

Tomu Inc. |  Enabling Aspiring Hosts and Hoteliers to Build Beyond Boundaries

Tomu’s Prefab Villa Collection & Modular Building System is designed to enable the creation of unique hospitality concepts and make hospitality ownership more accessible, while meeting the evolving preferences of modern travelers.

Tomu offers two main solutions: the Villa Collection and the Modular Building System. Tomu systems address common industry construction challenges such as higher costs, long build timelines, and logistical difficulties of remote locations, with all prefabricated units being manufactured at Tomu’s facility, delivered to the site nearly complete, and installed in a matter of days, significantly reducing overall development times.

CHANGE MAKERS Category: Leadership

Adam Stewart | Executive Chairman, Sandals Resorts International

A proud citizen and son of the Caribbean, Adam Stewart is Executive Chairman of Sandals Resorts International (SRI), the company founded by his late father, Gordon “Butch” Stewart and the organization behind the world’s most recognized brands of all-inclusive resorts.

Deeply committed to the region, Stewart has tirelessly worked to make the economic engine of tourism work for all. He is an appointed member of the Executive Committee of the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) and Founder and President of the Sandals Foundation, the nonprofit created to continue and expand upon the philanthropic work SRI has undertaken.

Stewart was conferred by the Government of Jamaica with the Order of Distinction, one of the country’s most prestigious recognitions, and appointed by the Prime Minister of Jamaica as Ambassador/Special Investment Envoy to drive innovation, investment and economic growth in Jamaica.

CHANGE MAKERS Category: People & Community

Southwest Airlines | Repurpose with Purpose

Through Southwest Airlines’ environmental sustainability initiative, Repurpose with Purpose, aircraft seat leather is transformed into new products while providing skills training, employment, and other benefits for communities across the United States and Central America.

The program was founded in 2014 after Southwest Airlines updated their seat design, resulting in 43 acres of aircraft seat leather which was no longer needed, and in the 10 years since launch, the program has grown to include 12 partners benefitting diverse communities, including veterans, active-military members, women overcoming addiction, students, artisans, rural and indigenous communities, survivors of human trafficking, and people experiencing homelessness.

Since 2014, Southwest has donated more than $2M in grant funding and more than 1.4M pounds of leather.

CHANGE MAKERS Category: Sustainability

Trafalgar Travel | We’re saying NO to ”More Stuff”

In an industry-first, Trafalgar Travel, along with its sister TTC Tour Brands, said ‘no to more stuff,’ ending merchandise and ‘swag’ giveaways due to their environmental impact.

In mid-2023, as part of Trafalgar’s Climate Action plan commitments, the carbon emissions produced by TTC Tour Brands were assessed with results showing that the branded merchandise given away throughout the year equated to an extra 2,500 tonnes of carbon emissions globally – the equivalent of 6.5 million car-driven miles.

In December 2023, Trafalgar Travel ended the purchase of all branded merchandise designed to be given away. Instead, reallocating funds to invest in projects that fight climate change by donating to nature-based climate solutions supported by the TreadRight Foundation.

CHANGE MAKERS Category: Rising Star

Kristi Gole | EVP, Strategy, Global Hotel Alliance

Kristi Gole is EVP of Strategy at Global Hotel Alliance, the world’s largest alliance of independent hotel brands with 40 brands and 800 hotels in 100 countries.

With a mission to help independent brands compete, Kristi was part of the original team in this startup and helped build the brand, the global marketing team, and the first-of-its-kind experiential loyalty program – GHA DISCOVERY – from the ground-up.

It now has 27 million members driving US$2.3B in revenue and has won 120 awards for its innovation, with Kristi being responsible for enhancing the value proposition of the GHA DISCOVERY program, getting the word out, and strategically growing the business.

CHANGE MAKERS Category: DEI Champion

Vail Resorts | Epic for Everyone: The Vail Resorts Inclusive Access Program

Vail Resorts is a network of destination and close-to-home ski resorts with 42 resorts in four countries – all accessible on the company’s industry-changing, multi-resort Epic Pass.

The Vail Resorts Inclusive Access program provides grants to, and partners with, organizations across North America, including SOS Outreach, Boys & Girls Clubs, the CHILL Foundation, the National Brotherhood of Snowsports and more than 165 other partners, across 37 resorts.

The Inclusive Access program focuses on removing barriers to skiing and riding in three areas: for youth – especially youth of color in urban areas, adaptive access for people with disabilities, and continued access programs that solve for eligibility gaps by ensuring continued support for adults and partner organization alumni with access to the sport and the outdoor industry.

CREATIVE THINKERS Category: Content

Tourisme Montréal | Bring the Flame to Montréal

As the eyes of the world turned to Paris for the 2024 Olympics, Tourisme Montréal recognized a golden opportunity to engage its French population, one of its critical target audiences. The challenge wasn’t simply reaching them but competing for their attention during what would be a saturated media environment. Timing, and execution, would be everything — and all of this on a minimal media budget relative to the big advertising players.

In response, Tourisme Montréal created the “Bring the Flame to Montréal” campaign, a lighthearted, tongue-in-cheek appeal to have the famed Olympic Torch Relay pass through Montréal on its way to Paris. The goal was to leverage the excitement of the relay and highlight the powerful connection between the peoples of France and Québec. The idea was predicated on the interesting fact that there are more French people in Montréal than almost half of the French cities the relay would pass through. It provided a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to dialogue with France in a wholly unique and playful way while celebrating a special relationship.

CREATIVE THINKERS Category: Marketing

Visit Philadelphia | In Pursuit of a More Perfect Union

“In Pursuit of a More Perfect Union” showcases Philadelphia as the premier welcoming and inclusive destination in the U.S. in a way that only the birthplace of the nation can.

The campaign was designed to offer a fresh take on Philadelphia’s commemoration of history and heritage months, speaking to the unique role that America’s birthplace plays during these observances. For Visit Philadelphia, it offered an opportunity to build emotional connections with potential visitors and amplify the work done to invite diverse audiences 365 days a year.

In Pursuit of a More Perfect Union is designed to show off Philadelphia as the premier welcoming and inclusive destination in the U.S. and drive visitation to the region now and in the lead up to the country’s 250th anniversary in 2026.

CREATIVE THINKERS Category: Physical Experiences

Alliance for Downtown New York | A Walking Tour Incubator Grant Program for Lower Manhattan’s Tourism Entrepreneurs

In 2023, the Alliance for Downtown New York launched its first-ever Walking Tour Incubator Grant Program to uplift locally-based tourism entrepreneurs and create walking experiences that illuminate Lower Manhattan’s lesser-known stories, transcending its popular financial history.

The five winning walking tour entrepreneurs underwent a rigorous two-month incubator led by the Alliance, and each winner received a grant of up to $12,500 to help develop, launch and scale their walking tour. In addition to the five grant recipients, there were six runners up who received a spot at the tour guide training organization TripSchool (valued at $999) to support the continued development of their downtown tours.

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CREATIVE THINKERS Category: Creative Design

Clicktivated for Visit Greater Palm Springs | Transforming Destination Marketing and Driving ROI with Interactive Video

Clicktivated partnered with Visit Palm Springs & Visit Greater Palm Springs to develop an innovative series of interactive videos to help showcase the destination’s many diverse attractions and increase engagement & ROI.

This multi-year collaboration aimed to enhance the travel experience, allowing viewers to go from dreaming to booking by empowering them to engage directly with specific attractions within the video, such as restaurants, hotels, shops, parks, tours and outdoor activities.

By integrating Clicktivated’s technology, Palm Springs connected more effectively with potential visitors and provided a personalized and memorable experience.

PROBLEM SOLVERS Category: Business Outcomes

Streamline One by Inhabit | Transforming Vacation Property Management with an All-in-One Platform

Streamline One is designed to deliver tangible business results for property management companies (PMCs) in the vacation rental management industry.

This comprehensive platform integrates core property management functions, customer relationship management, revenue management, payment processing, mobile solutions, insurance, website and marketing, call solutions, training and learning management, and guest verification and employee screening into a unified system.

PROBLEM SOLVERS Category: Data Provider

Destination Canada | From Insights to Impact: Canada’s Groundbreaking Tourism Data Collective is Harnessing Data and AI to Power a Transformative Tourism Future

The Data Collective is a groundbreaking initiative designed to centralize and democratize access to tourism data across Canada. This secure and accessible platform provides tourism stakeholders with real-time insights, performance indicators, and advanced analytics. Key objectives include enhancing data-driven decision-making, fostering collaboration among tourism partners, and driving innovation within the sector.

Fueled by a comprehensive engine of over 175 diverse and ever-growing data sources and covering more than 5,100 regions, the Data Collective offers rich supply and demand-side data, such as traveler arrivals, spending, occupancy rates, tourism infrastructure, and geospatial data. These insights are crucial for strategic planning and growth within the tourism industry.

Launched in the spring of this year, the Data Collective is the first of its kind and is poised to revolutionize the Canadian tourism landscape. By equipping stakeholders with powerful data and AI-enabled tools to navigate challenges, seize opportunities, and foster sustainable growth, it contributes to the sector’s long-term success and resilience.

TRAVEL TECHNOLOGY Category: Operational Streamlining

FLYR | Unlocking Freedom to Innovate for the Travel Industry

While the rest of the world embraces AI and modern retailing experiences, travel and transportation has been stuck with legacy vendors stacking AI on top of legacy analytical models, creating a chain of dependencies that may limit the value creation of more recent AI advancements for airlines. FLYR closes that gap.

Leveraging AI, FLYR’s product suite is optimized to create more tailored, personalized offers through AI-powered customer segmentation, in addition to connecting siloed internal systems and streamlining data workflows. FLYR’s AI-driven forecasting and pricing capabilities, enable airlines to deliver the personalized, Amazon-like ecommerce experiences that today’s travelers want.

From seat selection to in-flight amenities, non-air products and vacation experiences, FLYR empowers airlines to tap into the full potential of their data, enabling real-time decision making that drives innovation and exceptional customer experiences across the entire travel journey.

TRAVEL TECHNOLOGY Category: Workforce Efficiency

TravelPerk | Using Technology to Enhance, Not Replace, Our Employees

TravelPerk is one of the fastest growing SaaS companies, focused on building the number one travel management platform in the US and Europe that solves real customer pain points rather than building front-end products that look good, but in reality, make the customer’s journey less efficient.

TravelPerk’s approach to innovation is to automate manual tasks so customer-facing teams can offer a better human experience, whilst building efficiencies throughout business operations.

TravelPerk’s open-API technology allows over 45 partners to integrate seamlessly, with a travel inventory that boasts 20 NDC connections (as of June 2024).

Highly Commended | Deem: Designing for Everyone

TRAVEL TECHNOLOGY Category: Traveler Journey

Travel Alberta | Immersing Users in a One-of-a-Kind 3D Itinerary

Alberta is a place with larger-than-life experiences—like the soaring Banff Gondola and the awe-inspiring Icefields Parkway. But demonstrating the breadth of Alberta’s offerings while standing out in a competitive field of tourism marketing is a perennial challenge.

Travel Alberta hoped to reach international travellers who were familiar with Canada, but not Alberta, envisioning a tool that would help them visualize Alberta’s attractions as well as their own journey through our physical and cultural terrain. Knowing how popular road trips and itineraries are with travellers, Travel Alberta challenged themselves to immerse users in a one-of-a-kind 3D itinerary. By bringing Alberta to the world, they could, in turn, inspire the world to visit Alberta.

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• Sightseeing
• Wine tasting
• Wander through the tree-lined streets of Cavaillon
• Discover the beautiful 8th-century village of Gordes
• Cycle beneath the alpine foothills of the Rhône Valley

“The hotels were very nice, the stops we made on the tour were interesting and beautiful.”

• In-depth Cultural

“Good itinerary and well planned trip. Hotels are usually are located in the city center but tourist class hotels.”

• Christmas & New Year

“All upgrades and customization was excellent. A smooth experience and can't wait to go on the next one.”

• Coach / Bus
• Ascend the Eiffel Tower where sweeping vistas await
• Soak up the joie de vivre on the vibrant streets of Paris
• Walk among the wild hyacinths of Château d'Éporcé

“Visiting sites of great cultural interest/beauty and historical interest was a highlight.”

“The itinerary was well-planned. The places we visited were amazing and the hotels where we stayed were very good.”

“We loved the itinerary and the extra sites we visited. Alexiane took care to provide for the needs of individuals on our tour.”

• Pay your respects at the American Military Cemetery
• Step back in time and visit the D-Day Museum
• Delve into culture with visits to beautiful chateaus

“The accommodation was incredible you walked outside and were in the centre of town. In Brittany I had a view of the sea.”

• Uncover the secrets of the artists quarter, Montmartre
• Discover the lasting memory of travel with La Belle Vie

“The tour was an incredible experience. Breathtaking scenery and fascinating history.”

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• Global Tour Rewards Referral Program: A referral program where Past Guests of TTC Tour Brands (Luxury Gold, Insight Vacations, Trafalgar, Brendan Vacations, Costsaver and Contiki) can become Brand Advocates and earn Advocate Credits for referring new customers who book on a Luxury Gold, Insight Vacations, Trafalgar, Brendan Vacations, Costsaver or Contiki tour.
• Global Tour Rewards Referral Program Participating Brands: Participating brands in the Referral Program are TTC Tour Brands, i.e., Luxury Gold, Insight Vacations, Trafalgar, Brendan Vacations, Costsaver and Contiki. That means a Past Guest must have travelled with one of these brands and must refer a new customer to one of these brands.
• Brand Advocate: A Past Guest who refers a future traveller that hasn’t travelled on any Luxury Gold, Insight Vacations, Trafalgar, Brendan Vacations, Costsaver or Contiki tour before.
• Advocate Credit: The travel credit a Brand Advocate receives for referring a new customer once that new customer has paid for their tour in full.
• Advocate Code: The unique code received once a Brand Advocate first earns Advocate Credits. This code must be used or quoted when the Brand Advocate is ready to book using their Advocate Credits or wants to check their Advocate Credit balance.
• Referee: A customer who is referred to a Luxury Gold, Insight Vacations, Trafalgar, Brendan Vacations, Costsaver or Contiki tour by a Brand Advocate. They must be a first-time traveller and not have travelled on any Luxury Gold, Insight Vacations, Trafalgar, Brendan Vacations, Costsaver or Contiki tours .
• Referral Savings: The savings a Referee will get when they book their first tour with Luxury Gold, Insight Vacations, Trafalgar, Brendan Vacations, Costsaver or Contiki.

What is the Global Tour Rewards (GTR) Referral Program?

The GTR Referral Program allows a past guest of L uxury Gold, Insight Vacations, Trafalgar, Brendan Vacations, Costsaver or Contiki to become a Brand Advocate and refer friends and family onto L uxury Gold, Insight Vacations, Trafalgar, Brendan Vacations, Costsaver or Contiki tours to earn Advocate Credits.  

Who is eligible to be a Brand Advocate? 

Any Past Guest of L uxury Gold, Insight Vacations, Trafalgar, Brendan Vacations, Costsaver or Contiki who is aged over 18+ years is eligible to be a Brand Advocate and refer friends or family to earn Advocate Credits. Travel Agents, TTC Employees and affiliated contractors are not eligible to participate.

How does the Global Tour Rewards Referral Program work?

It’s easy, simply revisit your emails and click on the refer now link. You will then be able to share a unique link with family and friends who can email themselves unique Referee Savings promo code. They can then use this promo code on their first booking with Luxury Gold, Insight Vacations, Trafalgar, Brendan Vacations, Costsaver or Contiki. Once they book and pay in full, we’ll let you know you have earned Advocate Credits and assign you a unique Advocate Code. Make sure you keep your Advocate Code somewhere safe as you will need this when you want to redeem your Advocate Credits.

Earning advocate credits

When will i earn my advocate credits.

As soon as one of your family and friends books and pays in full (provided they have not travelled on any L uxury Gold, Insight Vacations, Trafalgar, Brendan Vacations, Costsaver or Contiki tour before) we will send you an email with the details of your earned Advocate Credit. There is a limit of one Advocate Credit earned per customer referred.

Is there a limit to the number of times I can refer?

As long as the family and friends you are referring haven’t travelled on any L uxury Gold, Insight Vacations, Trafalgar, Brendan Vacations, Costsaver or Contiki tour before, you can refer as many times as you like. Meaning the number of Advocate Credits you can earn is limitless.

What if I earn enough Advocate Credits to pay for total price of a tour?

If you earn enough Advocate Credits to pay for the total price of a tour then congratulations Brand Advocate, you just earned yourself a free tour!

I want to refer my family and friends but they live overseas. Can I still refer them?

Yes you can still refer them. Their Referee Savings will convert to the currency of their booking, while you will still receive your Advocate Credit in the currency of your last booking.

I usually travel with one brand but the person I referred has booked another brand, will I still earn Advocate Credits?

Advocate Credits and Referee Savings can be earned across L uxury Gold, Insight Vacations, Trafalgar, Brendan Vacations, Costsaver or Contiki . It doesn’t matter what brand you refer from or what tour or brand is subsequently booked, as soon as it is paid for in full, you will earn Advocate Credits.

I want to check my Advocate Credit balance. How do I do this?

You can check your balance by navigating to the Passenger Details page in the booking pathway and adding your Advocate Code and email address. Alternatively, you can call our Contact Centre team who can tell you your Advocate Credit balance over the phone. 

I think some of my Advocate Credits are missing. What do I do?

If you think you may be missing Advocate Credits, please check to make sure the person you referred definitely used their unique Referee Savings promo code to book. If they do not use the promo code, you will not earn Advocate Credits. If you’re still unsure, call our Contact Centre team who are on hand to assist.

Redeeming advocate credits

How do i redeem my advocate credits for a new booking.

You can easily redeem your Advocate Credits online or via our Contact Centre as long as you have your email address and Advocate Code to hand. When you book online, you’ll be asked at checkout to enter your email and Advocate Code and it will ask if you’d like to apply the full balance of Advocate Credits to the booking. When you book over the phone, simply quote your email address and Advocate Code when speaking with one of our Contact Centre team members and confirm you’d like to use your Advocate Credits on the booking. Your Travel Agent can also do this for you – simply provide them with your email address and Advocate Code. 

How do I redeem my Advocate Credits for an existing booking?

To redeem your Advocate Credits for an existing booking (so long as it has not been paid in full) you must call our Contact Centre team . Simply quote your booking reference and Advocate Code and confirm you’d like to use your Advocate Credits for your booking.

What if I want to travel with the person I referred? Can we both use our credit and savings?

If you have Advocate Credits already banked and wish to travel with a customer you have just referred (providing the referee has not travelled on any Luxury Gold, Insight Vacations, Trafalgar, Brendan Vacations, Costsaver or Contiki tour before) then you are able to combine your Advocate Credits and the Referee Savings on the one booking. However, if you do not have any Advocate Credits banked, it will not be possible to combine the Referee Savings with your Advocate Credit or that specific referral as this is only earned after a booking is paid in full.

I want to put my Advocate Credits toward an existing booking; can I do that?

You certainly can, you can put your Advocate Credits toward a new or existing booking, so long as the booking has not yet been paid in full.  

I paid for a booking using my Advocate Credits but I had to cancel my trip. Will my Advocate Credits be reimbursed?

Reimbursement of Advocate Credits follows our standard cancellation terms. Please check the cancellation policy of your specific tour to determine if you are eligible for an Advocate Credit refund. If you are eligible, it will be returned to your Advocate Credit balance. It is not redeemable for cash.

I want to use my Advocate Credits to pay a deposit. Can I do this?

No, this is not possible. Advocate Credits cannot be used in lieu of a deposit and are not redeemable for cash. 

I want to use my Advocate Credits to pay for an Optional Experience Can I do this?

No, this is not possible. Advocate Credits are not transferrable for cash and cannot be used for any ancillary products.

Terms and conditions

Referral Program Eligibility: The Global Tour Rewards Referral Program is available to Global Tour Rewards members (guests who have travelled at least once with Luxury Gold, Insight Vacations, Trafalgar, Brendan Vacations, Costsaver and Contiki who are 18 years and over (“Brand Advocates”). Travel Agents, TTC Employees and affiliated contractors are not eligible to participate.  

Advocate Credits: Advocate Credits are earned in the currency of the Brand Advocate's last booking. Amounts are: $100 USD, $100 CAD, $100 AUD, £75 GBP, $100 NZD, €100 EUR, R1,500 ZAR. Advocate Credits are only earned when a referred person has not travelled on any Luxury Gold, Insight Vacations, Trafalgar, Brendan Vacations, Costsaver and Contiki tour and books and pays for a tour in full (either direct or via a travel agent). An Advocate Credit will be earned per new customer, even if on the same booking. There is no limit to the number of new guests a Brand Advocate can refer. Credits are valid for 24 months from the date a referee booking is paid in full and expire on a rolling basis if unused for 24 months. Brand Advocate Credits are combinable with all other savings and promotions. Credits are not redeemable for cash.  

Referee Savings: When a Referee receives notification that they have been referred by a Brand Advocate, they will receive Referee Savings to the amount of $100 USD, $100 CAD, $100 AUD, £75 GBP, $100 NZD, €100 EUR, R1,500 ZAR. The currency of the savings is based on the currency of the booking. Discount only applies for customers who have not yet travelled on any Luxury Gold, Insight Vacations, Trafalgar, Brendan Vacations, Costsaver and Contiki tour. Referee Savings can be redeemed on new or existing direct or travel agent bookings that have not yet been paid in full. Only one unique Referee Savings code can be used per booking, but the savings will apply to each new guest on the booking. Referee Savings are valid for 12 months from date of referral. Referee Savings are combinable with all other savings and promotions except the Global Tour Rewards Past Guest discount.   

Restrictions: Advocate Credits and Referee Savings are valid only on Luxury Gold, Insight Vacations, Trafalgar, Brendan Vacations, Costsaver and Contiki guided tours and are not redeemable on group allocations or special group booking types. Advocate Credits can only be redeemed on tour product and cannot be used in lieu of a deposit, are not transferrable for cash and cannot be used for any ancillary products. All applicable discounts are applied sequentially; fixed savings amounts are deducted prior to applying any percentage-based discounts. Brendan Vacations only available to North American residents. Other restrictions may apply. TTC Tour Brands reserves the right to amend or terminate the Global Tour Rewards Referral Program at any time.  

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