ACTA and Aurora Expeditions Deliver Immersive Expedition Cruise in Iceland

The Association of Canadian Travel Agencies and Travel Advisors (ACTA), in partnership with Aurora Expeditions, recently welcomed 26 travel advisors on a seven-day, firstof-its-kind Immersive Expedition Cruise aboard the state-of-the-art expedition vessel M/V Sylvia
Earle, exploring Iceland's spectacular Westfjords region.

Advisors experienced the dramatic beauty of Iceland's fjords, discovered diverse natural wonders, and took part in authentic expedition activities including Zodiac wet landings and guided hikes through lava fields and along rugged coastal trails. The journey offered travel advisors valuable insight into the expedition cruise experience, equipping them with firsthand knowledge to better serve clients seeking adventure and experiential travel.

"This was my first expedition cruise, and I wasn't sure if it would be for me. I ended up loving every minute of it. The experience gave me a whole new appreciation for what expedition travel is all about, and I now feel much more confident introducing clients to expedition cruising and inspiring them to explore incredible destinations like Iceland." Laura Tempan, CTC, Sun Touch Travel.

Immersive experiences like these reflect ACTA's commitment to education and professional development, providing members with firsthand knowledge and valuable insights that enable them to better serve clients and grow their businesses.

ACTA Referral Program Continues

ACTA also reminds members that its Referral Program remains underway through August 31, 2026. Travel advisors and travel agencies who join, renew their ACTA membership, successfully refer a fellow travel advisor or travel agency, or complete eligible certification activities between January 20 and August 31, 2026, earn ballots toward an exclusive Grand Prize Draw.

Courtesy of Aurora Expeditions, one lucky travel advisor will receive a complimentary Balcony B cabin (1x FOC) aboard the Sylvia Earle for the South Georgia, Falklands and Antarctica expedition, with an approximate value of $45,000 CAD per person.

The more members join, renew, refer or certify, the more ballots they receive—and the greater their chance of winning this once-in-a-lifetime adventure.

For more information about the ACTA Referral Program, or to refer a fellow travel advisor, visit the ACTA website. Refer An Advisor Today.