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It was 2001 when two downsized airline veterans created Canada’s first online travel industry publication. Back then the question on everyone’s mind was ‘will travel agents ever embrace the internet?’ Nina Slawek and Suzanne Christie bet their savings on agents not only embracing Open Jaw’s ground-breaking platform, but using it as their primary source of news, product information and video training.
Open Jaw aggregates daily news curated specifically for Canadian travel agents. Being Canadian, an irreverent approach is reflected in the industry’s only cartoon strip, featuring the indomitable Tina The Travel Agent. Open Jaw’s signature video newsmagazine show the “Pink Couch” is renowned throughout the travel industry in the U.S., Canada and the Caribbean. Source
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Search ArticlesWest Nile Cases Grow Across Europe, Deaths Reported
Europe seeing an alarming surge in West Nile virus cases, and now, invasive mosquitoes capable of carrying Zika are tracking in the UK. Several popular European destinations are reporting rising infection rates, including Greece, the Netherlands, Italy, North Macedonia, Romania, and Spain. Greek health officials say the virus has caused 24 deaths and 290 cases, while the Netherlands has confirmed one death and nine cases.
G Adventures Sees Canadians Ditch the Usual for Surprising Autumn Trips
Canadian travellers are stretching their summers and extending their travel plans beyond the peak season and well into autumn. That's according to the latest numbers from small-group tour operators G Adventures, who say Canadians are 'fully embracing' fall travel this year. That increase in shoulder season travel, G Adventures says, also includes Canadians travelling further afield to more exotic destinations. Among the company's most significant fall bookings: Canada.
New Sleeper, Dome and Dining Cars Coming to Via Rail with $4.7B Investment
Canada's most iconic rail journeys are getting a Canadian upgrade - offering a more reliable choice for the advisors who book them. Prime Minister Mark Carney announced Thursday that, amid an ongoing trade war with the US, the federal government is spending more than $4.7 billion for Via Rail to acquire 313 new passenger rail cars, made in Ontario and Quebec by Alstom Canada.
Jackie Friedman, Nexion President, to Retire Next Spring
Nexion president Jackie Friedman is set to retire next spring. The longtime president of Nexion Travel Group is set to retire next spring. Jackie Friedman, who has been with the company for 22 years, announced at Nexion's annual conference that she'll be stepping down. Friedman, who began her career as a front-line travel agent and travel agency manager in Toronto, followed by 15 years in various roles with Sabre, joined Nexion in 2004, becoming president in 2007.
Air Transat Labour Day Sale: Up to 15% Off Flights this Weekend Only
To celebrate the Labour Day long weekend, from September 4 to 7, travellers can save up to 15% on a selection of flights to Europe, the South, Africa, and Canada using the promo code: GNTOMCA15. The promotion applies to new individual flight bookings made by September 7, 2026, for travel between September 4, 2026, and April 30, 2027. Terms and conditions apply. To learn more, travel advisors can visit transat.com or Agent Direct.
Myrtle Beach Lays Out the Welcome Mat for Canadians – When We’re Ready
Visit Myrtle Beach's Rebecca Seeds – Account Manager, Lori Lampo, Senior Sales Manager, Bob Harris, Executive VP of Sales, Annika Klint, Canada Office, Danielle Van Dyke, PR Manager, Diana Charno, Executive VP Brand & Communications, Sana Keller, Marketing Director. There wasn't any mention of a certain alternative lake name when the Visit Myrtle Beach team came to Burlington, on the shores of Lake Ontario, for their trade event at the Pearle Hotel & Spa this week.
BermudAir’s 3rd Anniversary Sale Takes 30% Off Published Fare
BermudAir, the leading premium leisure carrier to Bermuda and the Caribbean, today announced a 30 percent discount* on published base fares on all routes from all gateways to celebrate the airline’s third anniversary.
TTAND Named to Platinum Level of Air Canada Circle of Excellence
L-R: Flemming Friisdahl, Edna Ray, Senior Manager, Regional Sales, Air Canada and Kevin Pohlmann, Regional Sales Manager – Air Canada The Travel Agent Next Door has again been named to the highest level of the Air Canada Circle of Excellence Agency Reward and Recognition program. “We are honoured on behalf of our agent partners to be once again named to the platinum level of the Air Canada Circle of Excellence,” said TTAND CEO, Flemming Friisdahl.
WestJet Vacations Expands Punta Cana Offerings
Guests can discover three distinct Lopesan resort experiences within the brand’s expansive Punta Cana complex: Lopesan Costa Bávaro Resort, Spa & Casino, Lopesan Serenity Cove and Lopesan Caoba Lagoon, providing more choice for guests looking to experience the white-sand shores of Playa Bávaro. Lopesan Costa Bávaro Resort, Spa & Casino, a five-star all-inclusive resort located on Playa Bávaro, offers a beachfront escape set along white sands, warm, clear waters and a natural coral reef barrier.
Universal Orlando Debuts New 3‑Day, 3‑Park Ticket Offer
Universal Orlando Resort combines extraordinary thrills with exceptional value through its newest limited-time ticket offer. Starting today, guests can purchase a 3-day ticket to access Universal Studios Florida, Universal Islands of Adventure and Universal Epic Universe from $99 per day plus tax. The “3-Day One Day Per Park Promo Ticket” gives guests three days of access to the world-class experiences of Universal Orlando, including its newest theme park, at an incredible value.