MONTREAL — Bigger is always better, at least when it comes to brochures. Air Canada Vacations’ brand new Sun Brochure, 2017/2018 Collection is jam-packed with exciting new additions, including a bigger Spotlight Collection, the new CareFree Plan and an upgraded Play More program.
Inside its pages, travellers will find flexible getaways ranging from 3 to 29 nights, 40 destinations and more than 700 resorts, 60 of which are new to ACV’s lineup. They’ll also find 19 resorts exclusive to the tour operator, 30 semi-exclusive resorts and 26 resorts with exclusive categories, sections and meal plans.
“We are so thrilled about the launch of this new Sun brochure,” says Nino Montagnese, Managing Director at Air Canada Vacations. “It is filled with excellent products, exciting inclusions and great perks. For our travel agents, we believe it will be an amazing tool: comprehensive, clear, easy to use and fun to look at!”
Travellers who plan early can benefit from substantial savings on their 2017/2018 holidays to Mexico & the Caribbean with the Early Booking Bonus. Reservations made by Aug. 31 represent savings of $800 per family ($250 per adult and $150 per child ages 2 to 12), while bookings made between Sept. 1-30 represent $600 in savings. If these dates don’t work for clients, they can still benefit from $500 in savings when booking between Oct. 1-31.
To give its customers even more peace of mind, Air Canada Vacations has introduced a new CareFree Plan with four inclusions. For $79 per person, travellers can avail of seat selection, year-round Price Drop Guarantee, StormGuard and a $50 waiver on administrative change fees.
Returning this year, the Price Drop Guarantee allows couples who book participating resorts by Oct. 31 to get up to $800 cash back, if the price of their winter package drops. StormGuard, meanwhile, lets travellers reschedule their holiday if the U.S. National Hurricane Center declares a tropical storm warning for their destination within 72 hours of departure, for $49 per adult and $35 per child.
The Spotlight Collection, which was introduced last year, features some of ACV’s most popular resorts in Mexico and the Caribbean. The Collection keeps growing with even more resorts and inclusions. Perks range from à la carte dinners and spa discounts, to preferred room location, superior in-room amenities and more. All spotlight Collection resorts give guests 4,000 bonus Aeroplan Miles per couple, in addition to the Miles already received with their package.
New for groups this year, ACV is offering bonus savings of $800 or more for group bookings made at one of its Top Picks resorts. The offer is valid for reservations made by Aug. 31 and valid for departures between Nov. 1, 2017 and Dec. 31, 2018. For incentive groups, there’s a new $500 hotel excursion credit to use at destination, two free upgrades to Business class or Premium Rouge, free seat selection and much more.
For families, the Play program is an extension of the Family collection. This winter, families can upgrade to the new Play More, which allows the whole family to select their seat (a value of $160 for a family of four), as well as a $10 voucher for an in-flight meal per family member, per segment. The upgrade is available for only $39 per adult and $19 per child.
Also new this winter is a $0 deposit on flights when the air and cruise are booked up to 30 days before departure. All flights are 100% refundable up to 30 days prior to travel. Other advantages include one name change permitted up to 30 days prior to travel, a best price guarantee, and flight guarantee and even the ability to earn Aeroplan Miles.
Air Canada Vacations’ third annual Dream Makers product launch returns this fall. Travel agents are invited to join Air Canada Vacations on tour nationwide to celebrate the new Sun Brochure, 2017/2018 Collection. “We’re looking forward to another great Dream Maker to present our exciting new Sun Brochure and all it has to offer to our valued industry partners, travel agents and their customers,” said George Platanitis, VP of Sales. “We can only succeed in making travel dreams come true if we work hand in hand with the travel community; this is our thank you to them”.
Dream Makers dates are as follows:
- September 6, 2017: Vancouver
- September 7, 2017: Calgary
- September 8, 2017: Halifax
- September 11, 2017: Montreal
- September 13, 2017: Toronto
All #ACVDreamMakers events will take place from 5:00 to 9:00 p.m. Guests can look forward to an exciting evening of cocktails, fabulous prizes, and live entertainment, and a presentation from Air Canada Vacations’ senior executives regarding the 2017/2018 Collection. Further details and registration to follow.
