Travel Courier Issue Date - May 21, 2026
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Easy upsells and tips on increasing commissions, catching up with Giselle Williams of the SLTA, agents talk continuous learning through FAM trips and supplier training + meet the BSAP class of 2026
Easy upsells and tips on increasing commissions, catching up with Giselle Williams of the SLTA, agents talk continuous learning through FAM trips and supplier training + meet the BSAP class of 2026

Ask the agent with travel specialists Alicia Bertram and Jodi Simpson

Travel advisors chat about the opportunities for continuous learning through FAM trips, supplier training, certifications, webinars and more.

Ask the agent with travel specialists Alicia Bertram and Jodi Simpson
Industry Interview with Giselle Williams, Saint Lucia’s new marketing manager for Canada

Williams, who considers travel agents the backbone of the industry, talks about her new role, reconnecting with travel partners and what to see and do in Saint Lucia.

Industry Interview with Giselle Williams, Saint Lucia’s new marketing manager for Canada
Easy upsells and hot tips to increase commissions

Travel advisors can boost commissions by upselling clients to luxury or inclusive packages, prioritizing high-value groups and expedition cruises, and securing extra earnings from pre-booked add-ons.

Easy upsells and hot tips to increase commissions
50 exhibitors and sponsors set to take part in the inaugural TravelPress Live!

In addition to informative sessions, panel discussions, keynotes and networking opportunities, the inaugural TravelPress Live! will feature groundbreaking activations and the chance to connect with 50 sponsors and exhibitors. Don’t miss your chance to be a part of this innovative experience and engage with river and cruise lines, airlines, tourism boards and tour operators. Get your tickets now!

50 exhibitors and sponsors set to take part in the inaugural TravelPress Live!
The Baxter Student Ambassador Program marks 12 years

BSAP continues to play an important role in supporting and developing emerging talent in Canada’s travel and tourism industry. This year pivotal updates like a refreshed website and dynamic presentation topics were implemented.

The Baxter Student Ambassador Program marks 12 years
Travel industry experts share advice for new travel and tourism grads

As the 2026 Baxter Student Ambassadors and tourism students from across the country gear up to join the travel industry, we caught up with travel pros to hear their words of wisdom for new grads.

Travel industry experts share advice for new travel and tourism grads
Where are they now?

Catching up with previous BSAP winners and finalists to find out how their careers in travel and tourism have taken off.

Where are they now?
A look at how clients can sharpen their skills while travelling

School’s not out for summer as these cruise lines, tour operators and resorts put the focus on education and learning for life

A look at how clients can sharpen their skills while travelling
Meet the BSAP class of 2026

Congratulations to the 2026 Baxter Student Ambassadors from 14 colleges and universities across the country.

Meet the BSAP class of 2026
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Elevate every itinerary

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Hawaiʻi Stays With You

That’s the latest Hawaiʻi tagline and we love it. It’s a simple truth. If you ask your clients who’ve been, they’ll usually respond with a smile and a tale of some amazing and impactful experience or adventure that they’ll never forget.

Learn more @ Hawaiʻi Stays With you | Go Hawaii

Hawaiʻi Stays With You

 
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