TRAVEL
Say Yes to Europe
With curated European vacations, CAA Travel takes all the work out of planning your next trip.
By Lisa van de Geyn
Love to travel but not the planning? CAA Travel makes exploring Europe easy with guided tours and curated packages. | PHOTO: ALEN AJAN/ADOBE STOCK
WHEN COLD WEATHER APPROACHES, you start dreaming of southern destinations where warmer climates and sandy beaches beckon. There are hundreds of all-inclusive resorts to choose from, and with one quick booking with CAA, travellers have everything they need covered, from flights, accommodations and hotel transfers to food, drink and activities, all packaged with one all-inclusive price. But what if you have Europe in your sights?
Enter CAA Travel’s packages to popular locales across Europe — think London, Venice and Ireland’s Ring of Kerry, for example — offering not only the perfect getaway, but also an opportunity to get the most bang for your buck with packages that make it almost as effortless as an all-inclusive sun destination.
From London to Barcelona to Paris — and beyond — the travel options make it easy to see Europe. | PHOTOS: JAN JERMAN/ADOBE STOCK; DAVIDE ANGELINI/ADOBE STOCK
Guided tours are incredibly popular and for good reason — it takes the onus off the traveller when it comes to planning itineraries, booking transfers, deciding where to stay, what to eat and which hotel might offer the best home base. They’re ideal for those who want to learn about a destination’s culture and history and to see the lesser-known, yet not-to-be-missed spots many people who book on their own don’t know about.
“Whether it’s a river cruise, land tour or Mediterranean cruise, CAA has you covered. River cruises and land tours are some of the best ways to see Europe, especially if you have limited time. However, if you have more freedom with time, we can recommend some longer options,” says Terry Kaszas, general manager of travel services for CAA. “Suggested destinations include Ireland, Portugal, France and Spain. Many tours for Eastern Europe are also now available for those who haven’t experienced Romania, Bulgaria, Albania and others. Hungary is a particular favourite of mine.”
Tours offered for 2025 cover a plethora of interests and include exploring Iceland’s Westfjords; a trip to the Irish countryside; the musical history and culture of Budapest, Vienna and Prague; tours of France’s Beaujolais and Chardonnay vineyards; and a 10-day Arctic adventure that explores Scandinavia, with ample opportunity to take in the northern lights. CAA
Bonus: Travelling with CAA offers exclusive Member discounts and access to Travel Consultants who have first-hand experience and knowledge of the European sites you’ve always wanted to see.