Ottawa Tourism - Travel Trade

Ottawa Tourism - Travel Trade Ottawa, Canada's Capital offers a unique blend of sightseeing, culture, outdoor beauty and a relaxed urban atmosphere.

The Ottawa Tourism - Travel Trade page provides support to tour operators, student tour operators, travel agents and travel professionals plan and offer successful Ottawa travel experiences for their clients. Access Ottawa resources and information throughout this page, and contact our travel trade staff team for personalized and professional planning assistance and your one-stop link to Ottawa’s tourism community.

Kelly Dean (Director, Travel Trade), Juan Suarez (Manager, Travel Trade) and Désirée Prill (Client Services Specialist, ...
05/01/2025

Kelly Dean (Director, Travel Trade), Juan Suarez (Manager, Travel Trade) and Désirée Prill (Client Services Specialist, Business Events) are heading to Mackinac Island, Michigan from May 7-10 for National Tour Association (NTA) Contact! ✨

This tour operators retreat is dedicated to networking, education and product development. Over three days, travel buyers will have the chance to buy and sell from each other, gain valuable insights and discover amazing itinerary ideas from suppliers and DMOs. It's the perfect opportunity for NTA members to connect and share best practices in a relaxed setting. 🌞

Say hi to Kelly, Juan and Désirée if you see them!

🌟 Juan Suarez (Manager, Travel Trade) is heading to ABA’s Marketplace 2025 in Philadelphia from February 1-4! 🎉If you're...
01/30/2025

🌟 Juan Suarez (Manager, Travel Trade) is heading to ABA’s Marketplace 2025 in Philadelphia from February 1-4! 🎉

If you're attending, be sure to connect with him. Marketplace is one of the biggest events for expanding your motorcoach and group travel business in North America, offering:

✅ One-on-one business appointments with top industry professionals
✅ Expert-led education sessions on key industry trends
✅ Cutting-edge exhibits showcasing the latest motorcoach and tour products
✅ Networking opportunities to build valuable connections

See you there!

Heading to Huntsville soon for NTA's Travel Exchange ’24! Will Ottawa Tourism see you there? Let's connect!     | https:...
11/15/2024

Heading to Huntsville soon for NTA's Travel Exchange ’24! Will Ottawa Tourism see you there? Let's connect! | https://bit.ly/4edUjaF.

The conference touches down in Huntsville, Alabama from November 17-20.

Ready to maximize your rewards when you bring groups to Ottawa? 😍 Ottawa Tourism’s Travel Trade team is introducing the ...
11/07/2024

Ready to maximize your rewards when you bring groups to Ottawa? 😍

Ottawa Tourism’s Travel Trade team is introducing the new Visitor Inspiration Program (VIP) for tour operators. When you bring more groups to Ottawa, you’ll earn more rewards! 🎉

As a tour operator, you can earn points for every group you bring to Ottawa Tourism member hotels. The longer your clients stay, the more points you collect — which are redeemable for exciting rewards!

Currently offered rewards include:
🍴 Redeem your points to save on iconic BeaverTails treats in Ottawa.
🎫 Use your points on Visit Ottawa Passes and save!
🍁 Spend your points on a personal trip to Canada’s capital.

Don’t miss out on this opportunity to enhance your tours and reap the rewards. Not only is registration for qualifying tours fast and simple, but you can earn unlimited points. Keep bringing your tours to Ottawa and enjoy the benefits! 👏

Learn more and start earning VIP points. 👉 https://bit.ly/3C5M57l

🌟 Exciting Highlights from Ottawa Tourism's Workshop Client Retreat in Valle de Bravo, Mexico! 🌟Ottawa Tourism recently ...
10/17/2024

🌟 Exciting Highlights from Ottawa Tourism's Workshop Client Retreat in Valle de Bravo, Mexico! 🌟

Ottawa Tourism recently hosted an incredible three-day Workshop Client Retreat in the stunning Valle de Bravo, Mexico (Hotel Rodavento). This unique event brought together 8 members from Ottawa Tourism, 14 Mexican tour operators, and 4 trade media representatives, including Ottawa Tourism staff: Kelly Dean (Director, Travel Trade), Vlad Jean-Gilles (Manager, Travel Media Relations), and Juan Suarez (Manager, Travel Trade).

The agenda was packed with engaging activities designed to foster networking and business opportunities, including:

✅ Team Building Activities
✅ Conflict Management Workshops
✅ Outdoor activities
✅ One-on-One Meetings

These three days were filled with fun and meaningful interactions, strengthening relationships between Ottawa and its clients. Here’s to more collaborations and shared successes! 🎉✨

Juan Pablo Suarez (Manager, Travel Trade) is currently in Mexico leading The Great Workshop: Ottawa. The focus? How Otta...
09/04/2024

Juan Pablo Suarez (Manager, Travel Trade) is currently in Mexico leading The Great Workshop: Ottawa. The focus? How Ottawa is the very essence of Canada! 🍁 🤩

Today marks day one of the three-day event dedicated to highlighting what makes Ottawa truly unique. From stunning natural landscapes to breathtaking historic landmarks and from culinary delights to eclectic arts and culture experiences, Ottawa embodies the vibrant spirit of Canada like no other. 🌟

Our winters may be chilly, but our hospitality is always warm. ❤️

Juan Pablo Suarez (Manager, Travel Trade) is attending Focus Mexico in Mexico City from September 10-12, 2024. ✨
09/03/2024

Juan Pablo Suarez (Manager, Travel Trade) is attending Focus Mexico in Mexico City from September 10-12, 2024. ✨

Did you catch Juan Suarez (Manager, Travel Trade) and Kelly Dean (Director, Travel Trade) in NYC earlier this month? 😍 T...
08/21/2024

Did you catch Juan Suarez (Manager, Travel Trade) and Kelly Dean (Director, Travel Trade) in NYC earlier this month? 😍

They attended SYTA Conference and came back with plenty of inspiration to continue promoting Ottawa as an amazing destination for students to learn and have fun in!

Here's a glimpse at what the event looked like!

Juan Suarez (Manager, Travel Trade) and Glenn Duncan (Executive Vice President & Chief Marketing Officer) are currently ...
08/12/2024

Juan Suarez (Manager, Travel Trade) and Glenn Duncan (Executive Vice President & Chief Marketing Officer) are currently at the Student & Youth Travel Association (SYTA) Conference in NYC! 🗽

SYTA is the only event of its kind in North America! Professionals dedicated to promoting, selling, and providing travel experiences to students come together to elevate the student travel industry.

The dynamic duo will be there until August 13! 🤩

Kelly Dean (Director, Travel Trade) and Juan Suarez (Manager, Travel Trade) will be attending SYTA Conference in New Yor...
08/01/2024

Kelly Dean (Director, Travel Trade) and Juan Suarez (Manager, Travel Trade) will be attending SYTA Conference in New York City soon! 🍎

The annual conference takes place from August 9-13.

Ottawa's travel trade industry is growing...and we want you to know all about the latest trends, major events and import...
07/08/2024

Ottawa's travel trade industry is growing...and we want you to know all about the latest trends, major events and important news! 📨

Subscribe to Ottawa Tourism's official Travel Trade newsletter and get the quarterly inside scoop. 👉 https://bit.ly/3z13bBT

Rendez-Vous Canada takes place this month in Edmonton, Alberta. 🌊👏  Glenn Duncan (Executive Vice President & Chief Marke...
05/07/2024

Rendez-Vous Canada takes place this month in Edmonton, Alberta. 🌊👏

Glenn Duncan (Executive Vice President & Chief Marketing Officer, Business Events), Juan Pablo-Suarez (Manager, Travel Trade), Nicole Graves (Manager, Travel Trade), Sarah Laturnus (Senior Manager, Travel Media Relations) and Idubamo Dick (Travel Trade Coordinator, Travel Trade) are attending! 🤩

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Ottawa, Canada's Capital offers a unique blend of sightseeing, culture, outdoor beauty and a relaxed urban atmosphere. Ottawa Tourism is here to help tour operators, student tour operators, travel agents and travel professionals of all kinds plan and offer successful Ottawa travel experiences for their clients. Access Ottawa resources and information throughout this site, and contact our travel trade staff team for personalized and professional planning assistance and your one-stop link to Ottawa’s tourism community.