Traveller’s Tales
The Boulders Resort in Carefree Arizona
GSA’s Ron Barker samples the Boulders Resort in Carefree Arizona
While tearing up the spectacular roads in my fantastic Chevy Malibu provided by National Rent-a-car, I had the opportunity to experience what I feel is a unique and totally decedent way of offering your clients incredible value at one of the great resorts in one of the most attractive settings for enjoying the region. Read more
Trip Styler
The ABCs :: An Intro
Formerly known as the Netherlands Antilles, Aruba, Bonaire and Curacao are only 15 miles above the Northern tip of Venezuela. This week, we’ll visit Bonaire…Read more
Travel Tips
5 Secrets to Saving Big on Winter Travel
Cut the costs of winter vacation in half with these amazing travel discount tips from the pros Read more
10 Secrets Your Pilot Won’t Tell You
If you’ve ever wondered what your pilot was really thinking, now is your chance to find out. We interviewed real-life pilots and they shared all the secrets you probably should know but were afraid to ask. Read more
Industry Update

5 MINUTES WITH: Michael Mullin of Exotik and Boomerang Tours
It’s simple: If you want to know about New Zealand, talk to a Kiwi. And that’s exactly what GSA Travel Magazine did when we met up with Michael Mullin, BDM at Exotik and Boomerang Tours. Read more

Encore enhances online booking system
Booking with Encore Cruises just got easier thanks to the introduction of a number of new enhancements to its online booking engine that now enable you to package your clients’ air and cruise components to create custom cruise vacations. Read more
Lufthansa introduces private jet service to North America
Lufthansa will introduce its premium Lufthansa Private Jet service to the North American market on February 1. Read more
Sunwing expands Jamaica offering
Sunwing has added the four star Braco Beach Resort and Spa to its Jamaica property line-up. Due to open its doors on February 7, the property is available exclusively to Sunwing clients. Read more
Scenic’s star of the small screen
A familiar face on the Western Canadian travel scene, Lisa McCaskill of Vancouver-based Scenic Tours, now hosts a regular spot on CTV BC’s morning show. Read more
Disney Cruise Line unveils new itineraries
In 2013, Disney Cruise Line will offer new itineraries, including an expanded portfolio of European cruises with new destinations like Venice and the Greek Isles, along with Alaska to Vancouver. Read more
Globus says ‘oui’ to tours for French-speaking vacationers
Stéphanie Bishop, managing director of the Globus family of brands, has announced that the company will be offering – for the first time in its 80 year history – European tours for French-speaking vacationers. Read more
G Adventures announces new Galapagos itineraries
In response to the Galapagos Park Service’s new tour regulations, G Adventures has introduced a selection of new cruising itineraries in the area. Read more
Canadians urged to consider DR entry requirements
The Dominican Republic Embassy, Tourism Board and the Consulate office in Toronto and Montreal are reminding travellers that as of May 1, Canadians will be required to present a valid passport to visit the Dominican Republic. Read more
Anderson announces brochure cover contest winner
Anderson Vacations’ Canada Custom Travel Packages brochure is at the printer and due to hit agency shelves in early February. Read more
New Anchorage microsite for travel agents
AVisit Anchorage has launched an exclusive microsite for travel trade. Read more
Air Canada Vacations offers coach tour deals
Air Canada Vacations is offering discounts of up to $400 per couple on its European escorted tours. Read more
On the Go Gadgets
Therm-a-Rest Compressible Pillow
Why pay for airline pillows when you can use this lightweight, ultra-soft pillow made of recycled mattress materials that you can roll up into a tiny tube for easy storage. Read more










