Canada's Two Freight Railroads Talks Reach Impasse Affecting Commuters Date: 2024-08-22 10:05:34 Order: 0 Railroad talks have come to a full stop, affecting tens of thousands of commuters in Toronto, Montreal and Vancouver, whose train lines run on CPKC-owned tracks. More News
Sydney Airport 12-hour Strike Set for 22AUG Date: 2024-08-22 10:04:51 Order: 0 Sydney Airport plane refuellers have called a 12-hour strike for today across multiple shifts, affecting 16 airlines and domestic and international flights. Airline
Gilma Becomes Category 3 Hurricane, Forecast to Strengthen Date: 2024-08-22 10:04:09 Order: 0 Gilma has intensified into a Category 3 hurricane in the eastern Pacific Ocean and is projected to maintain its strength while avoiding land. More News
Air Canada Involvement in High-Frequency Rail Project ‘Makes A Lot of Sense,’ Says Project CEO Date: 2024-08-22 10:02:59 Order: 0 Air Canada’s joint venture proposal to build new dedicated tracks between Toronto and Quebec City is viewed as a mutually beneficial partnership by the rail project CEO. Airline
Big Pensions Looking to Take Over Canada’s Airports Date: 2024-08-22 10:02:08 Order: 0 Examples in the UK indicate airport privatization leads to increased efficiency and better infrastructure. A working group is looking at doing the same in Canada. Airline
Airline Pricing Systems Are ‘Ancient.’ Here’s How AI Can Help Date: 2024-08-22 10:01:26 Order: 0 “Airline infrastructure is ancient,” Fetcherr CEO said. AI “supercharges” pricing decisions “rather than just moving to a higher fare when one is sold out.” Airline
Cruise Terminal Plans at Port Canaveral Shelved Due to Space Industry Pressure Date: 2024-08-22 10:00:09 Order: 0 Port Canaveral has retracted its decision to build a new cruise terminal following pressure from state officials. Cruise
WestJet Returns Hail-Damaged Aircraft to Service as Triage Repairs Continue Date: 2024-08-22 09:59:28 Order: 0 WestJet returned two aircraft to service following a hailstorm in Calgary on 05AUG. 888 flights were cancelled between 05-21AUG, with further expected between 23-28AUG. Airline
A Visit to ‘Wow’ Saint Vincent and the Grenadines Date: 2024-08-22 09:30:56 Order: 0 On a recent trip to Sandals Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Open Jaw had the opportunity to take in the islands and discover the special relationship with Canadians. On Location
Canada Jetlines Initiates Restructuring Under Bankruptcy Process Date: 2024-08-22 09:09:42 Order: 0 Canada Jetlines has filed a notice of intention to make a proposal under Canada’s Bankruptcy and Insolvency Act, initiating its restructuring process. Airline
Club Med Announces Resort in Oman, Renos to Punta Cana and Cancún Date: 2024-08-22 08:57:31 Order: 0 Club Med announced renovations at Club Med Cancún and Club Med Punta Cana, the development of Club Med's first resort in the Gulf States, a new partnership with yoga instructor Jonah Kest,... Hotels/Resorts
Hilton Launches Luxury Travel Advisor Program Date: 2024-08-22 08:52:20 Order: 0 Hilton introduced Hilton for Luxury, a global luxury travel advisor preferred partner program exclusive to luxury brands: Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts, Conrad Hotels & Resorts,... Hotels/Resorts
Open Jaw's Jim Byers Confessions of a HAL Alaska Virgin Date: 2024-08-22 08:50:59 Order: 0 Open Jaw Senior Writer Jim Byers is on his first Alaska cruise, and his first cruise with Holland America. Here’s an initial report to wet your whistle. Look for a fuller story later at... Byers Report
Rail Strike Would Leave Toronto, Montreal, Vancouver Commuters in Limbo Date: 2024-08-21 10:28:46 Order: 0 Canadian commuters may face delays starting 22AUG, as the country’s two largest railways are set to shut down if a deal isn’t reached with their union. More News
Tropical Storm Gilma Brings Heavy Rains Over Yucatan Date: 2024-08-21 10:27:54 Order: 0 Tropical Storm Gilma is expected to dissipate in the coming days, though stormy weather will still cause heavy rains throughout much of Mexico. More News
