Always one of the top networking events on the travel industry calendar, The Association of Canadian Travel Agencies’ (ACTA’s) annual golf tournament was held yesterday at Royal Ontario Golf Club in Milton, Ontario.
ACTA President Wendy Paradis greets golfers. (Photo Credit: John Kirk)
TravelPulse Canada was on hand to document the event, which, as is typical, sold out quickly.
The tournament attracts an eager group of agency owners, suppliers, tourism boards, consortia leaders and tour operators, with many returning each year for a day of fun on the beautiful course, followed by a post-match cocktail reception and dinner.
A happy group at the Royal Ontario golf club. (Photo Credit: John Kirk)
The event also raises funds for ACTA’s advocacy work on behalf of the industry.
Ready to hit the links. (Photo Credit: John Kirk)
Air Canada was the title sponsor for the tournament once again, while other major sponsors included Manulife and the Globus Family of Brands.
Goway Travel's Rares Dimitru, Jason du Sautoy, Park'N Fly, Frank De Cesare, Park'N Fly and Craig Canvin, Goway Travel (Photo Credit: John Kirk)
Antigua and Barbuda was the tournament’s destination sponsor, and the tourist board stepped up by giving golfers a taste of the destination. Antiguan entertainer Drastic welcomed guests on arrival, alongside prominent Antiguan DJ Gravity. Toronto-based Antiguan private chef Giovanni Meyer served up authentic Antigua and Barbuda fare for the golfers.
TravelOnly's always colourful Pat Probert. (Photo Credit: John Kirk)
The islands sent another representative in the form of Antiguan-born Canadian professional golfer Amaya Athill. She is one of the few black women to become a PGA professional in Canada. Since moving to Canada a year ago, Athill has worked on a number of initiatives to make golf more inclusive.
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