New Year, New Career: Join The Skyrocketing Travel Advisor Profession With KORE
As the new year unfolds, the travel industry is booming, creating opportunities for people seeking a fulfilling, flexible career.
The 5 Luxury Trips You Can't Miss In 2025, Curated by Affluent Traveler Collection Advisors
With upscale travellers contemplating journeys for the new year ahead, the advisors of invitation-only luxury marketing group The Affluent Traveler Collection are proposing their favourite trips of a lifetime for 2025.
After postponing its Travel Market event last year, TRAVELSAVERS
Canada has rescheduled the conference from June 4 to 7, 2025 in Orlando at Hyatt Regency
Grand Cypress Resort.
TRAVELSAVERS Canada Survey Highlights Advisor Optimism For 2025
As the travel industry continues to thrive, advisors are riding a wave of confidence into 2025.
Bucket-List Adventures on the Rise for 2025, Predicts TRAVELSAVERS Canada
Travelers will be busy checking items off their bucket lists in 2025, journeying to new locales and engaging in customized experiences wherever they roam.
Top TRAVELSAVERS Canada Advisors Discover Emerging South American Destinations During Elite Retreat
As South America rises as an in-demand destination, the top TRAVELSAVERS Canada agencies experienced its culture and sights during their recent Elite Retreat. The agency owners cruised from Rio de Janeiro to Montevideo October 27 to November 3 on board a private charter of the Atlas World Navigator in recognition of their sales success.
TRAVELSAVERS Canada is introducing new customized technology and enhancing other technological offerings, including a customized AI solution, a new Softvoyage feature, and marketing initiatives to continue driving sales growth for its affiliated advisors.
New TRAVELSAVERS Canada Affiliates Grow Preferred Partner Sales by $45 Million
As consumer demand for travel experiences and advisors rises, TRAVELSAVERS Canada is seeing an influx of established agencies across the country choosing to affiliate with the network.
Agencies affiliated with TRAVELSAVERS Canada report their greatest challenges today are combatting the competition posed by suppliers who accept direct bookings from consumers as well as online travel agencies.
KORE Travel Education Program Celebrates Milestone With First Canadian Graduates
Launching just four months ago, the KORE travel education program is commemorating a significant landmark: its first two Canadian graduates.
Global luxury travel brand Abercrombie & Kent has been accepted into the OnLocation Program to provide unique encounters to clients of agencies affiliated with TRAVELSAVERS Canada andThe Affluent Traveler Collection.
TRAVELSAVERS Canada Announces Sales Growth
The momentum continues as TRAVELSAVERS Canada, a leading innovator in the travel industry, experienced an impressive start to 2024. In the first half of the year, the consortium welcomed 17 new agencies, collectively generating CAD$40 million in sales. This follows the incredible pace of growth set last year, with a 95 per cent increase in sales!
A near-unanimous majority of travel advisors affiliated with TRAVELSAVERS Canada agree that training new consultants is important. However, there is a mix of approaches in how to train, demonstrating a need for a more consolidated process as part of the overall onboarding, coaching and education experience.
Nearly 90 Per Cent of Travel Agencies May Add Advisors in the Coming Year
An overwhelming number of agencies affiliated with TRAVELSAVERS Canada may be adding more advisors in the next year, with 25 per cent saying they’ll hire as many ‘good’ ones as they can.
TRAVELSAVERS Canada debuted an interactive and educational roundtable trivia game last night in Toronto during its Spring Dine & Discover networking event at The Vue & Clubhouse EventSpace. More than 130 people attended the event, with over 95 travel advisors and owners from 27 local agencies and 23 preferred partners.
TRAVELSAVERS Canada Introduces KORE Educational Program to Canadian Market to Meet Growing Demand
To fill a gap in the marketplace, TRAVELSAVERS Canada is launching KORE, a gold-standard education program that advances how the industry enlists and trains the next wave of travel advisors.
Wave Season Sales Increase for TRAVELSAVERS Canada Agency Affiliates
As 2024’s wave season draws to a close, TRAVELSAVERS reports a dramatic increase in ocean cruise sales, especially to more exotic destinations.
TRAVELSAVERS Canada Expands Business Analyst Team In Line With Growth Trajectory
TRAVELSAVERS Canada is expanding its team of Business Analysts with the recent appointment of Daphne Sword as Director, Business Development.
Leading North American After-Hours Travel Service Provider Experiences Growth from Non-Traditional Sources as Industry Demand Shifts
Destination Dupes For Budget-Conscious Couples Offer More Options During Busy Romantic Travel Season
As romance travel season kicks off, TRAVELSAVERS Canada experts are sharing affordable and less-visited options for couples looking for a budget-friendly escape.
TRAVELSAVERS Canada Advisors Forecast Prosperous Year Ahead Despite Challenges
Buoyed by a strong return to travel in 2023, TRAVELSAVERS Canada advisors expect a profitable year ahead. Seventy-five percent of respondents to a recent survey foresee their sales increasing in 2024. Of those, 30 percent envision significant growth, and 46 percent believe sales will grow somewhat.
Top-Selling Advisors Experience Emerging Travel Trends During TRAVELSAVERS Elite Retreat
With Eastern Europe, river cruising and authentic travel trending for 2024, TRAVELSAVERS’ top 50 advisors experienced it all during their recent Elite Retreat.
Motivated by crossing items off their to-do lists, travellers will roam the world in 2024, prioritizing authentic, customized experiences in off-the-beaten-path locales.
tripXpress Celebrates 10 Years of Advances to Make Travel Advisor Booking More Efficient
From its origin in 2013 as a basic hotel booking engine to today’s full-service itinerary builder, tripXpress has evolved in a decade to become an invaluable time-saving platform for TRAVELSAVERS Canada advisors.
TRAVELSAVERS Canada Spotlights New Partners at Dine & Discover in Toronto
TRAVELSAVERS Canada wrapped up its Dine & Discover event series last week in Toronto, spotlighting new partners to showcase its growth.
The Affluent Traveler Collection is introducing new technology, training and marketing initiatives to continue driving sales growth for its 300-plus affiliated agencies.
Increased Advisor Demand Fuels 32 Percent Growth in Luxury Revenue for Affluent Traveler Collection
Heightened consumer demand for the expert services of a travel advisor has created strong sales growth for invitation-only luxury marketing group The Affluent Traveler Collection.
TRAVELSAVERS Expands in Canada During a Year of Milestone Achievements
With over $250 million in new sales over the past year, new engagement initiatives, and
a growing team, TRAVELSAVERS Canada has experienced exciting success under Jane Clementino's leadership.
TRAVELSAVERS Canada Hosts Dine & Discover Event in Burnaby
TRAVELSAVERS Canada hosted its first Dine & Discover event of the season on October 24 in Burnaby, B.C.
Canadians Cruise Into Immersive Experiences in 2024
TRAVELSAVERS Canada offers trends in immersive cruise ship experiences that offer elevated activities and unparalleled shore excursions.
TRAVELSAVERS Canada welcomes Emma Madsen to its growing roster of distinguished team members to drive more BC business.
TRAVELSAVERS CANADA Appoints Manager of Marketing to Continue Driving Its Growth Trajectory
TRAVELSAVERS Canada continues expanding, appointing Clare Burke, a highly regarded marketing and events professional, as Manager of Marketing.
The Affluent Traveler Collection Expands Hotel Program
As consumers seek once-in-a-lifetime experiences that create unforgettable memories with their loved ones, the Affluent Traveler Collection hotel program has expanded.
Advisors affiliated with TRAVELSAVERS Canada are now able to offer their clients one-of-a-kind immersive experiences around the world with the relaunch of the OnLocation program.
TRAVELSAVERS CANADA Launches Industry-Leading Platforms to Meet Demand for Online Booking
As demand for booking travel online rises, TRAVELSAVERS CANADA has enhanced its state-of-the-art tools to provide its agencies with improved mobile-responsive technologies their customers can easily use from any device.
TRAVELSAVERS CANADA Unveils Its Latest Offerings for Agencies at Owners’ Retreat Conference
TRAVELSAVERS CANADA revealed its latest enhancements to boost sales and marketing success for its affiliates.
TRAVELSAVERS CANADA Expands Its Leadership Team to Support Growing Roster of Agency Partners
TRAVELSAVERS Canada is adding well-respected travel professionals to its management team to help agency partners accelerate sales and revenue.
American Marketing Group Raises $50,000 for Autism Speaks
At its Travel Market 2022 conference, American Marketing Group raised more than $50,000 for Autism Speaks.
American Marketing Group Announces Dynamic Real Time Customer Segmentation for OnlineXpress
American Marketing Group has launched a new digital segmentation product enabling suppliers and advisors to better target clients for marketing and potential sales.
American Marketing Group Announces New Supplier Partnerships
At the global Travel Market 2022 conference in Las Vegas, AMG announced several new supplier partnerships for its brands TRAVELSAVERS, NEST and The Affluent Traveler Collection.
More than 800 attendees convened at Resorts World Las Vegas for the American Marketing Group’s (AMG) Travel Market 2022 conference from October 27-30th.
TRAVELSAVERS Canada Adds New Agency Affiliates
TRAVELSAVERS Canada announces new partnerships with The Atrium Group comprised of Vasco Travel and Gama Travel, representing 100 agencies in Quebec, Ontario and New Brunswick; and Enjoy Travel with 10 offices in Ontario.
New Executive Appointed for TRAVELSAVERS Canada
TRAVELSAVERS Canada is pleased to announce the appointment of Jane Clementino as Senior Vice President and General Manager Canada effective September 6th.
American Marketing Group Top-Producing Members Cruise Eastern Med on Regal Princess
TRAVELSAVERS and NEST hosted their top-producing agencies at their Elite Retreat on the Regal Princess, which sailed August 6-13th in the Greek Isles and Italy.
AMG Hosts Romance Travel Experience on Majestic Princess
American Marketing Group, parent company of TRAVELSAVERS and NEST, organized a Romance Travel Experience, partnering with Princess Cruises for a 7-day sailing from Los Angeles to the Mexican Riviera.
American Marketing Group Launches Enhanced Social Media Platform
AMG, parent company of TRAVELSAVERS, NEST and The Affluent Travel Collection, has launched an enhanced digital platform that delivers social media content for affiliate agencies called Social Connect.
Demonstrable leadership, longstanding relationships and the power of empathy are the qualities successful agency owners need in the New Year, according to presentations at this year’s Owner Focus Meeting.
TRAVELSAVERS Canada reports $45M increase in preferred partner sales, new AI tool
TRAVELSAVERS Canada is reporting a $45 million increase in preferred partner sales after it welcomed 23 new affiliates this year.
TRAVELSAVERS Canada’s new tech tools, marketing wins aim to fuel sales
TRAVELSAVERS Canada is offering a highlight reel from the year to date, plus a look ahead at new initiatives just launched including a new customized AI solution and a new tech feature with Softvoyage.
TRAVELSAVERS Canada Survey Names Direct Bookings and Staffing Shortage as Top Challenges
According to a new survey from TRAVELSAVERS Canada, the greatest challenge travel advisors face is competition from suppliers accepting direct bookings.
La concurrence des fournisseurs, principal défi des conseillers selon TravelSavers
Selon un sondage dévoilé par TravelSavers Canada, les agences de voyages ressentent de plus en plus la pression des fournisseurs qui acceptent des réservations directes de la part des consommateurs.
The Affluent Traveler Collection adds more agencies, partners as demand for luxury soars
With demand for both luxury travel experiences and travel advisors rising, invitation-only luxury marketing group The Affluent Traveler Collection has accepted new high-quality agencies and prestigious partners to stay ahead of the preferences of upscale consumers.
TRAVELSAVERS’ KORE program celebrates first Canadian graduates
TRAVELSAVERS’ KORE travel education program, which launched in Canada four months ago, is commemorating a significant landmark: its first two Canadian graduates.
TRAVELSAVERS Canada expands OnLocation program with Abercrombie & Kent
TRAVELSAVERS Canada is expanding its OnLocation Program with the inclusion of global luxury travel brand Abercrombie & Kent (A&K).
After A 95% Increase In Sales In 2023, TRAVELSAVERS Canada Off To Strong Start
TRAVELSAVERS Canada says it is off to an impressive start to 2024. In the first half of the year, the consortium welcomed 17 new agencies, collectively generating $40 million in sales.
TRAVELSAVERS Canada hires Joaquim, promotes Burke
TRAVELSAVERS Canada has appointed Sandra Joaquim as Director, Supplier Marketing and promoted Clare Burke to the North American role of Director, Education and Training.
Travelsavers Wraps Up Leadership Event at New Sandals St. Vincent
Travelsavers Canada has wrapped up its 2024 Leadership Networking event after four glorious days hosted by Sandals at the brand-new resort in Saint Vincent.
TRAVELSAVERS Canada: Bringing New Solutions to Market
One of the points that Jane Clementino raised in her conversation with Canadian Travel Press was the fact that travel advisors are so busy these days – crazy busy, if the truth be known. And while they want to take a break, they feel like they can’t, she said “because there’s still so much demand” and they don’t want to lose out on that business.”
Travelsavers Canada: 96% of Advisors Emphasize Training Importance
According to a Travelsavers survey, the majority of travel advisors (96%) agree that training new consultants is essential.
TRAVELSAVERS Canada Sees High Agent Demand, Talent Shortage
TRAVELSAVERS Canada reports that an "overwhelming" number of agencies affiliated with it may be adding more advisors in the next year, with 25 per cent saying they’ll hire as many ‘good’ ones as they can.
TRAVELSAVERS launches KORE education program in Canada
TRAVELSAVERS Canada has announced the launch of KORE, an education program that advances how the industry enlists and trains the next wave of travel advisors.
Travel sellers assess strategies for surviving supplier shutdowns
The shuttering of two suppliers last month has served as a wake-up call to the travel advisor community that no matter how sound a company may seem, due diligence is required.
TRAVELSAVERS Canada survey predicts sales growth and AI use in 2024
TRAVELSAVERS Canada is anticipating a profitable year ahead following 2023’s strong return to travel.
Top TRAVELSAVERS Advisors Experience Emerging Trends On Elite Retreat
With Eastern Europe, river cruising and authentic travel trending strongly for 2024, TRAVELSAVERS’ top 50 advisors experienced it all during their recent Elite Retreat.
TRAVELSAVERS Canada: With Every Challenge Comes Opportunity
“We’re best known for two key priorities: our proprietary technology and commitment to service,”
observes Jane Clementino, SVP & General Manager for TRAVELSAVERS Canada
TRAVELSAVERS CANADA Shines The Spotlight On Its Partners
TRAVELSAVERS Canada wrapped up its Dine & Discover event series last week in Toronto, spotlighting new partners to showcase its growth.
Look Travels
La demande des conseillers alimente la croissance des revenus du luxe pour ATC
L’Affluent Traveler Collection rapporte que la demande accrue des consommateurs pour les services experts d’un conseiller en voyages a créé une forte croissance des ventes pour le groupe de marketing de luxe sur invitation uniquement.
Open Jaw
Key Takeaways From The Affluent Traveler Symposium
The Affluent Traveler Symposium (ATS) took place 28OCT - 30OCT in Miami, where scorching temperatures were rivalled only by the fiery discussions about the escalating demand for exclusive, tailor-made luxury travel experiences.
TRAVELSAVERS Dine & Discover In Burnaby
A strong turnout of about 40 travel agent members of the TRAVELSAVERS Canada consortium were in attendance at an exclusive event in Burnaby, BC recently.
ATC brings KORE training to Canada, launches AI features
Premium and luxury travel continue to grow, according to the Affluent Traveler Collection, which held its annual 2023 Symposium in Miami, with about 250 luxury travel advisors in attendance.
TRAVELSAVERS Canada Hosts First ‘Dine & Discover’ Event Of The Season (Article)
TRAVELSAVERS Canada hosted its first Dine & Discover event of the season on October 24 in Burnaby, B.C.
TRAVELSAVERS Canada Celebrates Milestones In Year Of Growth
With over $250 million in new sales over the past year, new engagement initiatives, and a growing team, TRAVELSAVERS Canada says it has experienced exciting success in 2023 under the leadership of Jane Clementino, SVP and General Manager.
Clear Sailing Ahead With TRAVELSAVERS Canada
Demand for cruising is making waves and TRAVELSAVERS Canada is offering insights into some of the trending immersive cruise ship experiences to watch in 2024.
TRAVELSAVERS Canada partners with Trees4Travel
In a first for North American consortia, TRAVELSAVERS Canada is partnering with Trees4Travel to double the promise of planting trees while also investing in renewable energy.
TRAVELSAVERS CANADA enhances SoftVoyage & OnlineXpress features
TRAVELSAVERS CANADA says it has enhanced its technology to provide agencies with improved mobile-responsive platforms their customers can easily use from any device. The consortia’s consumer website solution for agencies, OnlineXpress, working alongside Softvoyage serves as a lead-generating e-commerce platform.
“Our luxury travel sales have doubled”: Q&A with TRAVELSAVERS Canada’s Jane Clementino
Travel advisors, managers and owners with TRAVELSAVERS Canada, along with 16 partners, networked at this week’s ‘Dine & Discover’ in Toronto. The elegant sit-down dinner with 70 attendees was hosted by the TRAVELSAVERS Canada team including Senior Vice President and General Manager Jane Clementino. Travelweek checked in with Clementino to get all the updates.
TRAVELSAVERS CANADA, une centrale de marketing pour les agences de voyages, a de´voile´ ses plus récentes nouveautés ainsi que les nouvelles tendances qui ont émergé dans l’industrie du voyage, lors de sa dernière « Retraite des Propriétaires ».
Insider Video: What American Marketing Group Has Planned for Its Travel Agency Groups (Video)
Nicole Mazza, chief marketing officer, and Kathryn Mazza-Burney, executive vice president of sales and service, for TRAVELSAVERS, NEST and The Affluent Traveler talk about the new programs and services they now offer to members.
Insider Interview: A Talk With American Marketing Group Founder Rick Mazza
Insider Travel Report caught up with Rick Mazza, founder, president and CEO of American Marketing Group at AMG’s 50th anniversary, celebrating the company’s 19 travel brands, including TravelSavers, NEST and the Affluent Traveler Collection. We asked him to reflect on his life in the travel industry and his AMG organization over the past half-century.
American Marketing Group Announces New Digital Tool (Article)
American Marketing Group has announced the launch of a new digital segmentation product enabling suppliers and advisors to better target clients for marketing and potential sales.
AMG to enable travel agencies to accept cryptocurrency as payment (Article)
American Marketing Group will soon enable agencies to accept and process cryptocurrency via its proprietary booking platform, TripXpress.
AMG Celebrates 50th Anniversary, Announces Cryptocurrency Payment and More (Article)
American Marketing Group, the parent company of 19 brands including TRAVELSAVERS, Kore, NEST and The Affluent Traveler Collection, celebrated its 50th anniversary with several big announcements at its Travel Market 2022 conference.
AMG Marks 50 Years with New Innovation, Growth, Optimism for Future
With an audience of more than 800 affiliates and partners at Travel Market 2022, its 50th anniversary celebration, American Marketing Group lived up to the conference’s theme of Stronger, Bolder, Brighter by announcing a number of innovations.
American Marketing Group Top Producing Members Cruise Eastern Med on Regal Princess (Article)
TRAVELSAVERS and NEST, brands of the American Marketing Group, just returned from hosting their top producing agencies at their Elite Retreat on the Regal Princess, which sailed August 6-13th in the Greek Isles and Italy.
American Marketing Group updates social media product (Article)
American Marketing Group has enhanced its social media content platform for travel advisors, Social Connect, making it easier to use and giving it a more modern look.
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