Press Releases
KORE, the travel education platform that prepares new advisors for real-world growth and business development, has expanded into Quebec with the launch of its digital learning experience built for today’s learners and agencies.
TRAVELSAVERS Canada recently introduced Passport to Profit: Partnerships that Perform, a first-of-its-kind event for its agency owners to unlock new growth opportunities through collaboration, education and strategic partnerships.
A.J. Rick Mazza Honoured with CLIA Lifetime Achievement Award
TRAVELSAVERS Founder and CEO A.J. Rick Mazza has received the 2026 Lifetime Achievement Award from Cruise Lines International Association and been inducted into the CLIA Hall of Fame.
Growing OnlineXpress Website Program Drives Leads and Business for TRAVELSAVERS Canada Advisors
Agencies using OnlineXpress, TRAVELSAVERS’ website and marketing program, have experienced a 16 per cent year-over-year lift in business.
2026 Wave Season Sales Rise for TRAVELSAVERS Canada Agencies
As the 2026 wave season nears its end, TRAVELSAVERS Canada reports notable double-digit increases in cruise sales across virtually all major categories compared with the same period last year
Canadian Travel Advisors Blaze Their Own Trails as a Wave of New Agencies Takes Flight
A growing number of Canadian travel advisors are establishing their own agencies, as strong client demand and increasingly complex trip planning drive a shift toward niche businesses.
TRAVELSAVERS Canada Welcomes Karen Fine as Senior Business Analyst
As TRAVELSAVERS Canada continues to grow, the network has appointed Karen Fine as Senior Business Analyst, further strengthening its commitment to strategic support for its affiliated travel advisors.
Acclaim Meetings Creates Vice President Role to Accelerate Recent Growth in Travel Events
In a period of exponential expansion, leading travel event planner Acclaim Meetings has appointed Melissa Wright to its newly created role of Vice President.
The Affluent Traveler Collection Marks Two Decades of Marketing Innovation and Growth
As demand for luxury travel soars, The Affluent Traveler Collection is honouring two decades of delivering extraordinary vacations to discerning clients.
Travel advisors are entering 2026 confident of growing sales and their professional value – even amid headwinds on the horizon.
TRAVELSAVERS Expands Powerhouse Marketing Team to Further Accelerate Sales and Innovation
TRAVELSAVERS Canada is strengthening its marketing leadership team with two strategic appointments that will drive continued advances and sales performance amid rapid network growth.
With bucket-list adventures, all-inclusive luxury, and immersive journeys on the rise, travellers in 2026 will put their passions first.
KORE Travel Education Program Relaunches with State-of-The-Art Interactive Learning Experience
The KORE program to train new travel advisors is relaunching as a modern digital platform to engage learners better and help attract needed professionals to the field.
TRAVELSAVERS Canada Showcases Professional Development Leadership with New Offerings in 2026
To ensure that affiliated advisors stay ahead of the curve with their knowledge and expertise, leading travel network TRAVELSAVERS Canada is offering a wide-ranging schedule of professional development opportunities for 2026.
With authentic travel rising as a trend, the top agencies affiliated with TRAVELSAVERS Canada experienced the culture of two in-demand countries during their recent Elite Retreat.
TRAVELSAVERS Canada Strengthens Tech Innovation with AI CONNECT Advances
In an era where generative AI is transforming industries, TRAVELSAVERS Canada is leading the charge in the travel space with AI Connect, a powerful, all-in-one AI marketing assistant designed specifically for its network of travel advisors.
With an uptick in last-minute bookings, Canadian travel advisors are seizing the moment to encourage clients to book summer and shoulder-season getaways, as indicated by a survey from TRAVELSAVERS Canada.
TRAVELSAVERS Canada Promotes Monique Lalonde to Senior Director, Strategic Partnerships
TRAVELSAVERS Canada has promoted Monique Lalonde to Senior Director, Strategic Partnerships, a role that reflects her deep industry expertise, proven leadership, and unwavering commitment to building meaningful partner relationships.
TRAVELSAVERS Canada Celebrates Top Agencies and Partners at Travel Market
Travel industry leader TRAVELSAVERS Canada has recognized this year’s finest agencies and preferred partners at a gala dinner that served as a finale to its Travel Market conference.
Canadians Stay Closer to Home as Travel Costs Rise, TRAVELSAVERS Canada Survey Finds
Consumer concerns about the economy and geopolitical situation are sparking changes in bookings, according to a new survey of advisors affiliated with TRAVELSAVERS Canada agencies.
New TRAVELSAVERS Canada Agencies Grow Preferred Partner Sales by $18 Million
As consumers prioritize travel and the customized counsel they receive from booking through advisors, TRAVELSAVERS Canada is growing accordingly, with agencies opting to affiliate with the network.
Leaders Gathered at Exclusive Retreat to Recharge, Strengthen Connections, and Explore Innovative Strategies for Long-Term Success
As Canadians continue to navigate economic uncertainty, TRAVELSAVERS Canada is encouraging travel advisors to lean into their expertise, value, and relationships to help fulfill consumers’ desire to travel in 2025.
New Year, New Career: Join The Skyrocketing Travel Advisor Profession With KORE (Canada)
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. A new survey of advisors affiliated with TRAVELSAVERS Canada agencies finds 81 per cent predict their revenues will grow even further next year.
TRAVELSAVERS Canada Advisors Enjoy Immersive Experiences on Recent Luxury Fam Trip to Turkiye
TRAVELSAVERS Canada recently hosted an experience-of-a-lifetime trip to Turkey that will enable advisors to sell the destination firsthand.
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.
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.
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.
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 and The Affluent Traveler Collection.
TRAVELSAVERS Canada Announces Sales Growth Rate of 95 Per Cent Year Over Year
The momentum continues as TRAVELSAVERS Canada, a leading innovator in the travel industry, experienced an impressive start to 2024
TRAVELSAVERS Canada Expands Team to Provide More Services and Offerings to Its Affiliated Agencies
TRAVELSAVERS Canada, a leading innovator in the travel industry, has appointed Sandra Joaquim as Director, Supplier Marketing and promoted Clare Burke to the North American role of Director, Education and Training.
TRAVELSAVERS Canada will wrap its 2024 Leadership Networking event tomorrow after four glorious days hosted by Sandals at the brand-new resort in Saint Vincent.
A near-unanimous majority of travel advisors affiliated with TRAVELSAVERS Canada agree that training new consultants is important.
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.
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 est heureux d'annoncer que leur directrice du développement des affaires au Québec, Marylène Lupien, joindra le conseil d'administration au Québec de l’Association canadienne des agences de voyages et conseillers en voyages en 2024.
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.
Top-Selling Advisors Experience Emerging Travel Trends During TRAVELSAVERS Elite Retreat (Canada)
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.
Media Coverage
TRAVELSAVERS Canada Says OnlineXpress Website Program Drives Leads & Business
TRAVELSAVERS Canada says member agencies using OnlineXpress, TRAVELSAVERS’ website and marketing program, have experienced a 16% year-over-year lift in business.
Cruise sales are sailing high as Wave Season wraps up: TRAVELSAVERS Canada
As the 2026 wave season approaches its close, new data from TRAVELSAVERS Canada shows strong momentum in the cruise market, with sales rising significantly across nearly every cruise category compared with the same period last year.
Jane Clementino on the "3D" Value Women Bring and Yet “Still Need to Prove it”
Travelsavers’ Jane Clementino recalls being the only woman in the boardroom other than the coffee lady. Times have changed.
From Advisor to Agency Owner: Independence Gains Momentum in Canada
A growing number of Canadian travel advisors are launching their own agencies.
Fine joins TRAVELSAVERS Canada as Senior Business Analyst
Karen Fine has been named Senior Business Analyst for TRAVELSAVERS Canada, further strengthening its commitment to strategic support for its affiliated travel advisors.
70% of Advisors Put a Price on Expertise: Travelsavers Survey
Advisors are heading into the new year with strong confidence in the value they provide—a trend reflected in the rising number of Travelsavers Canada–affiliated agents charging professional fees.
Canadian Travel Advisors Embrace Fees and AI Resources
A survey of travel advisors in the TRAVELSAVERS Canada network has revealed some interesting ways things are changing in the industry, as well as hopes and challenges for the coming year.
TRAVELSAVERS Canada survey reveals top travel trends for 2026
A new survey of advisors affiliated with TRAVELSAVERS Canada points to what travellers are prioritizing for 2026, with bucket-list trips, longer-haul destinations and comfort-focused travel leading the way.
TRAVELSAVERS Canada Marks 25th Anniversary with Special Events
TRAVELSAVERS Canada used its annual Dine & Discover events in Vancouver, Toronto, Montreal, and Quebec City to celebrate its milestone 25th anniversary with members and partners across the country.
Updated KORE Program Targets Travel Advisor Shortage with Digital Tools
The KORE program has relaunched as a digital learning platform designed to attract new professionals to the industry and better engage learners through interactive tools and flexible training options.
Goals: TRAVELSAVERS Canada eyes $1B in sales as agents break away from hosts
“I’m not retiring until we reach $1 billion in sales,” declared Jane Clementino, senior vice-president and general manager of TRAVELSAVERS Canada, with a smile that says she means business
TRAVELSAVERS Canada Hosts Biggest-Ever ‘Dine & Discover’ Evening
With 140 member advisors, 30 suppliers and five TRAVELSAVERS Canada team members in the room, SVP and General Manager Jane Clementino was feeling pretty good. So good that she shared an aspirational goal.
TRAVELSAVERS Canada appoints Elizabeth Grundon as dir. of professional development
TRAVELSAVERS Canada has appointed Elizabeth Grundon as director of professional development, a new role created to expand the network’s focus on professional development and application
Every Agency Counts and Every Agency Matters.’ Clementino on 25 Years of Travelsavers in Canada
Jane Clementino, Senior VP and GM, Canada, reflects on how tech, AI and changing consumer expectations have reshaped travel advising—yet whether an office has three advisors or a hundred, the Travelsavers mantra holds: “We’re always focused on quality versus quantity
TRAVELSAVERS Canada Celebrates 25 Years of Fuelling Advisor Success
Travelsavers Canada is pleased to be celebrating 25 years of supporting travel advisors with innovative tools and strategic initiatives designed to inspire and educate, while “igniting the entrepreneurial spirit” of its partners and 300 affiliated agencies.
Registration opens for Travel Market and Affluent Traveler Collection Symposium in San Antonio
TRAVELSAVERS Canada has opened registration for two of its flagship events: the Affluent Traveler Collection (ATC) Symposium and Travel Market, both set to take place at the JW Marriott San Antonio Hill Country Resort and Spa in 2026.
Rick Mazza Reflects on a Family Legacy
An emotional Rick Mazza, American Marketing Group and Travelsavers founder, reflects on the younger generation of his family not only taking the reins but surpassing his dreams by a wide margin.
TRAVELSAVERS Canada takes its Elite on retreat in Greece and Turkey
Top TRAVELSAVERS Canada affiliated agencies had the chance to both celebrate their sales success and experience the culture of two, in-demand countries during their recent Elite Retreat, which saw the group cruising from Istanbul to Athens with Explora Journeys.
TRAVELSAVERS Canada launches new AI marketing tools for advisors
TRAVELSAVERS Canada has rolled out new features for AI Connect, an AI-powered marketing assistant developed for its network of travel advisors.
Watching Trends to Boost Business
A recent news item telling the story of a couple who made a $4000 error on their honeymoon (they accidentally booked “hotel only” rather than the “hotel and flight” option they wanted) highlights one of the advantages of booking with a travel advisor.
TRAVELSAVERS Canada promotes Monique Lalonde to senior director role
TRAVELSAVERS Canada has promoted Monique Lalonde to senior director of strategic partnerships, a role that “reflects her deep industry expertise, proven leadership, and unwavering commitment to building meaningful partner relationships.”
High Hopes Tempered by High Costs
Consumer concerns about the economy are sparking changes in bookings, according to a new survey of advisors affiliated with TRAVELSAVERS Canada agencies.
Canadian Advisors and Suppliers Win Big with TRAVELSAVERS Canada
A number of Canadian travel agencies and preferred suppliers were recognized by TRAVELSAVERS Canada at the recent Travel Market conference in Orlando.
TRAVELSAVERS récompense l’excellence: des agences du Québec parmi les lauréats
TRAVELSAVERS Canada a rendu hommage à ses meilleures agences et partenaires privilégiés de l’année lors d’un dîner de gala qui a clôturé sa conférence Travel Market.
Travelsavers Canada Honours Top Agencies and Partners at 2025 Travel Market
Travelsavers Canada wrapped up its annual Travel Market conference with a gala dinner celebrating achievements in agency sales, partner collaboration, and network engagement.
Canadians win at Travel Market; advisors weigh in on comparison between tariffs & pandemic
The American Marketing Group wrapped up its 2025 Travel Market conference, “Connected,” last Friday (June 6) with a dinner and awards gala at the Hyatt Regency Grand Cypress in Orlando, Florida.
TRAVELSAVERS: More Canadians Vacationing at Home Amid Rising Travel Costs
Rising travel costs and economic uncertainty are prompting more Canadians to consider vacations closer to home, according to a new survey of travel advisors affiliated with TRAVELSAVERS Canada.
Retour sur Travel Market Conference 2025 où TRAVELSAVERS CANADA célébrait 25 ans (1)
Les raisons de célébrer étaient nombreuses lors de Travel Market 2025, la conférence mondiale de référence pour les conseillers en voyages et les partenaires privilégiés affiliés aux réseaux TRAVELSAVERS et NEST.
TRAVELSAVERS Canada’s Travel Market conference kicks off in Orlando
A strong showing of 108 Canadian travel advisors are on location in Orlando this week for TRAVELSAVERS and TRAVELSAVERS Canada’s Travel Market conference.
Kathryn Mazza-Burney and Nicole Mazza on What Drives Travelsavers
At the Travelsavers conference in Orlando, Open Jaw President Nina Slawek caught up with Travelsavers executives Kathryn Mazza-Burney and Nicole Mazza to review North American booking trends as well as the inroads the Travelsavers "family" of advisors is making across the industry.
TRAVELSAVERS Jane Clementino on Ramping Up Canada’s Retail Base
At the recent Travelsavers conference, Jane Clementino, Senior VP and GM, Canada, says growth in numbers is key and a new program called ‘Breakaway’ is encouraging ICs to start their own agencies.
VIDEO: Tariffs & trends – Clementino & Mazza-Burney tackle strategy at Travel Market
“If you look at what’s happening, you’d think sales would be down. But they’re not,” said Jane Clementino, senior vice-president and general manager of TRAVELSAVERS Canada. “Canadians have made the decision that they want to travel.”
TRAVELSAVERS Canada Introduces Exclusive Resources To Empower Advisors and Drive Business Growth
In today’s crowded travel marketplace, Travelsavers Canada is providing its affiliated advisors with state-of-the-art technology, novel lead-generation programs and marketing initiatives to enhance their competitive edge.
TRAVELSAVERS Celebrates Milestones at 2025 Travel Market Conference
There’s lots to celebrate at Travel Market 2025, the premier global conference for advisors and preferred partners affiliated with the TRAVELSAVERS and NEST family.
On Location: Canadian advisors show up strong as TRAVELSAVERS’ Travel Market opens in Orlando
The topic of cooperative weather kicked off Travel Market 2025 on Wednesday (June 4) as scores of travel professionals from the United States and Canada filled the convention spaces of the Hyatt Regency Grand Cypress Resort in Central Florida.
TRAVELSAVERS Canada Adds 7 Agencies, Contributing $18M in Sales
Travelsavers Canada is continuing to grow its national network.
TRAVELSAVERS Canada Retreat fuels agency growth and collaboration
TRAVELSAVERS Canada brought together more than 120 agency owners, managers, suppliers and staff from across North America for its 2025 Owners Focus Retreat, designed to deepen relationships and spark innovation in the face of evolving market challenges.
TravelSavers Canada rassemble ses membres et ses partenaires à Montréal
Le mardi 25 mars, TravelSavers Canada a tenu une soirée « Dégustez et Découvrez » (Dine & Discover) au Crystal Salles de Réception à Montréal.
Jane Clementino: Uncertain Times Drive Consumers to Seek Professional Advice
Travelsavers’ Jane Clementino takes a spin on the Pink Couch to address current market conditions: “The uncertainty drives complexity and with that you need to go to a professional to get advice.”
'We can do our own thing': Why Canadians are trading the US for these destinations
Don Delayen and his wife scrapped their plans to visit California this spring, swapping a week in Laguna plus a cruise that sailed back to Vancouver, where they're based, for Puerto Vallarta, Mexico.
Travelsavers Canada Emphasizes Role of Advisors Amid Consumer Confidence Dip
As economic uncertainty weighs on Canadians, travel remains a bright spot—at least for those still planning leisure getaways this year.
Travelsavers Highlights Advising as LinkedIn’s Top 5 Jobs on the Rise
Travel advising jobs have risen to number five on LinkedIn’s “Jobs on the Rise 2025,” and Travelsavers is leveraging that ranking to encourage more Canadians to join the industry.
TRAVELSAVERS Canada Travel Market: The Insider’s Guide to What’s in Store
Jane Clementino, Senior Vice President and General Manager of TRAVELSAVERS Canada took some time to share with TravelPulse Canada what’s in store at this exciting industry event.
TRAVELSAVERS Canada survey highlights advisor optimism for 2025 (Article)
As the travel industry continues to thrive, advisors are riding a wave of confidence into 2025.
TRAVELSAVERS Canada recaps luxury fam trip to Türkiye
TRAVELSAVERS Canada honed in on two still-strong travel trends – authentic travel and bucket-list journeys – with a fam trip for several of its members to Türkiye.
Bucket-list Trips & Personalized Journeys Top TRAVELSAVERS Canada’s 2025 Travel Trends
Canadian travellers will be looking to tick destinations off their bucket lists in 2025, according to a new TRAVELSAVERS Canada survey.
TRAVELSAVERS Canada Members Dine and Discover at Fall Trade Show
One hundred travel advisors mixed and mingled this week (Nov 12) at the TRAVELSAVERS Canada Dine and Discover event — which was aimed at inspiring and educating advisors, with a focus on engagement and efficiency.
TRAVELSAVERS Canada Showcases Best of South America During Elite Retreat
TRAVELSAVERS Canada has returned from its recent Elite Retreat during which is celebrated the many successes of agency owners.
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.
We can't say enough about TRAVELSAVERS. Over the last year the support that TRAVELSAVERS has provided us with has been nothing short of amazing. Attending the owners retreat in Atlanta with Steve and team jump started our year. That momentum continued with the support of our business analyst Sarah-Jane and attending the ATC and travel show events in Boca Raton in June. Some of the tools that TRAVELSAVERS has offered us such as a new website and easytix have helped grow our business.
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