Younes joins Luxury Retreats

Former Air Canada Vacations vice-president of sales Amr Younes has joined Montreal-based Luxury Retreats as vice-president, revenue optimization.

In his new role, Younes will be responsible for the commercial strategy and development of the company including revenue management, business development, partnerships and contact centres. Founded in 1999, Luxury Retreats features a portfolio of more than 2,800 high-end properties.

Younes made his debut in the Canadian travel industry at Standard Tours in 1996, joining MyTravel (which would become Thomas Cook Canada) in May 2002, where he served as director, national call centres for eight years. In 2010, he became VP & general manager of Encore Cruises, followed by his move to Air Canada Vacations as VP – sales.

Younes can be reached at amr.younes@luxuryretreats.com.