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/ TRAVEL »»:mmn6a s i # in 3 tor t 3 empl w Gorla g grou; > suter 0 then % and 8 incen this . 9 trom E, desti o ancer ‘;(' speci Group, Meeting and Incentive Travel Perspective Over the List twerty vears travel has become an effective toul tor humin resource managers as a mesns of rewarding their employees or supplers. Travel takes many forms in the motiva tional mux from individual performance vacations to corporate group programs, travel now nvals financial benefits as the most successtul form of remuneration Many corporations do not have the need to employ, on a full time basis, indiwiducd travel planners and. as such, most rely on their travel agency to provide for their incentive, conference or convention needs. In the travel industry this aspect of the corporate structure has seen amazing growth from the simple movement of individuals to the complex process of destination management. Through the years and the growth of incentive triavel, the industry has adapted and devefoped, creating specialists whu now plan and fircdize all the requirements needed in the program Similar to the travel consultant, i destination management specialist works closely with the planner tailaring «« product unique to the needs <and budget: of the organization Let us take a munute to consider the process a travel agency «consultant‘ uses to assist the travel planner in the creation of a travel reward program Starting with the initial contact, the planâ€" ner and the agent work closely to match existing products to the requirements of the project. In most cases, the agent will consider existing products to the requirements of the project. In most cases, the agent will consider existing preâ€"packaged travel options and, where compatible, adapt these to fulfill the planner‘s basic African Safari Cruisetour This incredible 11 day cruise plus 5 day land tour has been designed to showcase South Africa plus the wildlife and beauty of Kenya at a very modest fare. Beginning in Capetown, you cruise north east calling at two ports in South Africa; the Island of Madagascar; Tanzania; before arriving Mombassa. From Mombassa, fly to Nairobi with transfer to Sweetwaters Tented Camp situated on a rhino reserve. The next 5 days are spent exploring the home to elephant, buffalo, cheetah, and Samburu‘s unique Northern species. Departing 27 January ©99, current fare. (cabin category K) $6980.00pp. Midâ€"life Adventure You are invited to Mew Zealand on the journey of a lifeâ€" time, encompassing a kaleidoscope of new experiences designed especially for the over 35s. Share the tun and companionship of other mature people while traveling in a small group utilizing quality accommodation and transport, all under safe, expert and friendly quidance. Sail Auckland‘s Harbor; tube raft through the Waitomo glow worm caves; sea kayak in the sheltered waters of the picturesque Queen Charlotte Sound; enjoy true high country Sheep Station hospitality. These are just some of the activities you will experience on this unique 13 day tour, departing 25 January ‘99 ... and you don‘t have to be an Olympian to participate. Very low ‘single suppleâ€" ment‘. Call for more information. Waltzing Matilda Fiji, New Zealand, Australia. All included in a leisurely 24 day tour that begins in Fiji, then to New Zealand and onward to Australia where one of the many highlights is the romantic and historic Ghan Train from Adelaide to Alice Springs. A vacation of discovery awaits you! Call â€"for full details. Departs February 4 & 18. requirements When Uus is not pussible «due to destination. tim ing. product ar group size) then the process becomes more inter esting as individual preces are vonsidered and adapted to create a program suited to fulfill corporate requirements Once the basic "travel" needs are in place then the balance of the program can be added Extras can include special meals, meeting and audio visuâ€" al needs, exhibit requirements, sporting activities, sightseeing tours or any combination of elements to compliment the project. In many cases the consultant will turn to "on site" management comâ€" pames to finalize these requirements relying on their expertise and knowledge of the local market. The final product and the budâ€" get required to complete the preâ€"planned aspects of the program are then presented to the corporation/planner for approval. This process, from initial contact thraugh to final followâ€"up, is certainâ€" Iy one of the most interesting and challenging aspects of the travâ€" il consultants function and requires a considerable amount of experience not often available through the average travel agency 2 Aln im diet e emeie en n Rrvete EoE o o t Syt emmene enc 17 i Through our years of growth, Frederick Travel and our diviâ€" sions, A.C.T Tours/Agriâ€"Cultural Tours, have earned an enviable reputation for quality group and incentive travel based on our expertise and experience in these markets. Our destination manâ€" agement consultants have arranged programs for groups from as few as 10 to as large as 6,000 ranging from corporate incentive programs to government agricultural groups. We are members of the N.T.A (National Tour Association}, A T.Oâ€"L. (Agricultural Tour Â¥ap PARKDALE II 465 Phillip St. {at Albert] Waterloo 746â€"8747 fi\bn could take a §z o a J Falcha@gelaor (V 8 gnoucruise. 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This expertise ensures that the client receives the best possible programis; tailored to their specific needs featuring unique and "quality assured" inclusions There is a difference in travel companies and in their ability to inanage the specific needs of the program and we invite you 1 experience quality travel management when you consider your next project Frederick Travel / A.C.T. Tours Agriâ€"Cultural Tours 851 Fischerâ€"Hallman Rd. Goliger‘s TravelPlus is very es pleased to welcome 33 m Â¥ Miriam Moreau to the e ;‘r‘« wl position of Senior Travel % p’- Y3 o Consultant. s e U Miriam brings 12 years of [ B excellent customer service : M skills to this position. A &0 > Goliger‘s TravelPlus is one â€" |&&sl e of the areas leading trave! 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