National Geographic has selected Montreal-based Holiday Group and its U.S.-based subsidiary Travelpro International for luggage and travel accessories for North America. The comprehensive line of travel gear will hit stores in the U.S. and Canada this fall.

"For more than a century, NG explorers and photographers have traveled the world to capture stunning images and collect compelling stories," says Krista Newberry, senior vice president of licensing, North America, National Geographic. "As a leading pioneer and innovator in the travel category, Holiday Group has the particular experience and ability to create products inspired by National Geographic's adventurous spirit."

"The Holiday Group is thrilled to partner with the National Geographic Society," says Raymond Durocher, president, Holiday Group. "Drawing upon our expertise in luggage design and production, we are proud to offer exceptional travel gear that reflects the Society's rich heritage of exploration as well as its standard for superior functionality and design."