Transat, one of the largest integrated tourism companies in the world and Canada’s holiday travel leader, is pleased to offer a different way of travelling down south. Its brands, Transat Holidays and Nolitours, feature a range of innovative holiday options that enable vacationers to explore their destination more thoroughly and become better acquainted with the local population, so they have plenty of stories to tell when they go back home. Of course, the two brands continue to offer a complete range of traditional all-inclusive packages at over 25 Sun destinations, along with very interesting launch promotions that make vacations even more accessible.
“Vacationers are looking for sun and beach, but they also want to expand their horizons, experience something different at destination and come back with unforgettable anecdotes. We heard what our clients had to say and we are pleased to offer vacation options that live up to their expectations,” said Joseph Adamo, Vice-President, Marketing and Web Commercialisation. “This new range of vacation products is also part of Transat’s commitment to promoting sustainable tourism.”
Escapade Experience Collection
Transat Holidays has put together a collection of out-of-the-ordinary experiences to complement a dream vacation under the sun. This collection gives travellers the opportunity to step out of the resort in small groups, for an authentic two-day/one-night escapade that showcases local culture and history. In total, there are nine escapades in Cuba, the Dominican Republic, Mexico and Jamaica.
Duo Experience Collection
It’s sometimes difficult to decide upon a vacation destination. Transat Holidays offers a line of packages that allows travellers to enjoy two unique experiences by combining two very different destinations in one trip. Vacationers can spend the first part of their stay on the beach and the other half exploring the cultural and historic attractions of a colonial town. Or they can opt for a few days of snorkelling in a gorgeous coral reef, before relaxing to the sounds of the surf in a completely different destination. One of its Duos, Port-au-Prince and the Côte des Arcadins, showcases the culture and history of Haiti.
NoliDUO
Like Transat Holidays, Nolitours also offers packages that include two destinations in one trip. Long-time favourites Varadero/Havana and Panama City/Playa Blanca are back again, but
Nolitours has added two new noliDUOs this year. The Roatan/Copan combo in Hondura lets travellers spend part of their vacation diving and the other half exploring Mayan ruins, while the San Andres/Providencia package showcases two idyllic Colombian islands.
NoliZONE
Nolitours’ noliZONE is another great choice for an enhanced vacation experience, since this lively zone was specially designed for vacationers who want to step out of their resort to explore, meet new people and really get to know their destination. The concept is available in Puerto Plata in the Dominican Republic and Santa Lucia in Cuba.
Central and South America
Panama, El Salvador, Nicaragua, Honduras, Costa Rica and Colombia have much more to offer than just sun and sand. Some are home to magnificent colonial cities, and others to exceptional flora and fauna, stunning volcanoes or ancient Mayan ruins. Nolitours features a range of vacation options at these destinations that provide both beach and discovery.
New Experience in the Air
As part of its commitment to offering a different and enhanced travel experience, Air Transat’s aircraft feature a brand new cabin. Equipped with a sleek, innovative design, Air Transat’s A310s and A330s offer a brand new mood lighting system and ergonomic Italian leather seats made with new generation foam to ease pressure points, a four-way headrest and more living space for added customer comfort. The Airbus A330s are also equipped with individual entertainment screens. With its new revamped cabin, Air Transat offers travellers the best flight experience in the country.
Transat pursues its commitment to sustainable tourism by supporting its hotel partners’ eco-responsible practices. By identifying the establishments that have been awarded any of the six certifications recognized by Transat (Green Key, Travelife, Green Globe, Biosphere, ISO 14001 and Blue Flag) on their websites and brochures, Transat Holidays and Nolitours help travellers make enlightened consumer choices about their accommodation.
Transat Holidays and Nolitours continue to offer a vast range of traditional all-inclusive Sun packages. To help consumers choose the vacation that is right for them, the two brands offer a wide diversity of products that meet the needs of different types of travellers.
Transat Holidays 2013-2014 Sun Collection
Distinction Collection
The Distinction Collection was especially designed for travellers looking for an enhanced travel experience. Located on stunning beaches, the resorts offer exclusive privileges, added services and superior comforts to Transat Holidays guests. Vacationers will notice the difference the moment they arrive. This year the collection includes four renowned hotel chains, providing consumers with even more choices.
Family Collection
The Transat Holidays Family Collection was created specifically for families travelling with children. All of the hotels in this outstanding line were carefully selected because of their proximity to the airport, their extensive family-friendly facilities, loads of activities for young and old alike, and great value for money! The offer goes beyond the destination. We have done everything to make life easier for parents from the moment they arrive at the airport. They’ll enjoy priority check-in and boarding, priority meals and onboard surprises for the kids. After all, family vacations are important!
Luxury Collection
The Transat Holidays Luxury Collection features an upscale line of resorts designed to provide the ultimate in pampering, tranquillity and privilege in intimate surroundings. Elegant accommodation, picture-perfect beaches, outstanding service, gourmet cuisine and world-class spas are all part of the everyday experience.
Cruises
Transat Holidays has added Cuba Cruise to its Caribbean cruise program. Travellers can experience an authentic Cuban adventure on a 7-night itinerary that sails roundtrip from Montego Bay with stops in Cienfuegos, Punta Frances, Havana, Holguin and Santiago de Cuba. Other Transat Holidays’ exclusives include the Costa Magica and the MSC Musica sailing from La Romana in the Dominican Republic.
Our Sun Promotions
Transat Holidays launches its best promotion to date. Transat Holidays’ Price Guarantee is back and better than ever. If a Transat Holidays Sun package is offered at a lower price than the one paid, the difference will be refunded in cash. The promotion also offers complimentary seat selection or an upgrade to Option Plus (Air Transat) and CanJet Select (CanJet). This year, the promotion allows travellers to change their travel dates up to 3 hours before departure and reduces the amount of deposit required. Booking a vacation is easier than ever for clients and travel agents alike.
Nolitours 2013-2014 Sun
NoliPLUS
Designed for those who want to make the most of their holidays, noliPLUS features all-inclusive resorts set on beautiful beaches throughout the Caribbean and Mexico. Offering great quality in a relaxed environment, these select resorts provide Nolitours clients with VIP perks at no extra cost. Vacationers enjoy a lively atmosphere and an irresistible array of activities in lovely surroundings.
NoliKIDS
Nolitours has put together a selection of family-friendly resorts that are affordable and provide parents and children with everything they need for an unforgettable vacation. The offer goes beyond the destination. We have done everything to make life easier for parents from the moment they arrive at the airport. They’ll enjoy priority check-in and boarding, priority meals and onboard surprises for the kids.
Our Sun Promotions
Nolitours offers an extremely interesting promotion to launch the new season. The promotion includes a $200 discount for couples, allows travellers the possibility to change travel dates up to 3 hours before departure and reduces the amount of deposit required. Travellers also have the opportunity to win their vacations.
Option Flex
Because life doesn’t always go as planned, Transat Holidays and Nolitours continue to offer Option Flex. Available for $49 at the time of booking, Option Flex lets vacationers change their departure date, destination or hotel up to 3 hours before departure. They can even transfer their vacation package to a friend or family member up to 7 days before their departure. Travellers have the possibility of cancelling their trip and obtaining a full refund. Option Flex offers total peace of mind and flexibility, two key elements to a successful vacation.
Year-round, Transat Holidays provides its customers across Canada with a full range of holiday products. It offers sun vacations, with a choice of more than 220 hotels, mainly in the Caribbean, Mexico and Florida, along with an impressive array of flights, packages and tours to some 30 European destinations. Transat Holidays also offers more than 100 cruises all around the world.
Nolitours offers its customers across Canada a wide variety of competitively priced holiday packages available year-round, for sun destinations in the Caribbean, Mexico and Central and South America.