World’s First Tourist Toll Takes Effect: Venice Visitors Must Now Pay to Enter Date: 2024-04-26 10:29:14 Order: 0 In what Italy is calling a “unique experiment,” Venice is implementing “a daily access fee.” With a price tag of 5 Euros, the controversial ‘visitor’s tax’ took effect 25APR... Tourism
Carnival Firenze Christened in Long Beach Date: 2024-04-26 10:20:36 Order: 0 Carnival Cruise Line christened its newest ship, Carnival Firenze, at its new home, the Long Beach Cruise Terminal, on 24APR with Hollywood actor Jonathan Bennett taking on the role of... Cruise
‘Take Your Seat’ Costa Rica Initiative Engages Travellers in Destination Date: 2024-04-26 10:17:40 Order: 0 A red and white director's chair took the spotlight at Costa Rica's Take Your Seat reception - but as Open Jaw learned first-hand, its meaning ran much deeper than a place to perch. On the Town
Forecasters Predict 'Extremely Active' Hurricane Season Date: 2024-04-26 09:53:37 Order: 0 The Caribbean and surrounding regions face the highest number of hurricanes ever predicted in an April forecast by Colorado State University since the team began releasing forecasts in... Tourism
Air Canada Modifies Check-In Seat Selection Policy Date: 2024-04-26 09:48:51 Order: 0 Air Canada has changed its check-in seat selection policy for certain fare classes. Airline
“Sales Savvy” Erminia Gallina Moves to Director of Sales at Air Canada Vacations Date: 2024-04-26 09:12:08 Order: 0 Air Canada Vacations (ACV) has promoted Erminia Gallina from general manager of sales to director of sales, developing Air Canada Vacations' national sales strategy and expanding the... People
Canada Border Services Agency Plans Smartphone Facial Recognition Date: 2024-04-25 11:09:08 Order: 0 The CBSA plans for facial recognition via smartphones when border crossing, aiming for faster, seamless travel, matching passport photo with a selfie. More News
Security Screeners Across 15 Atlantic Airports Take Job Action Date: 2024-04-25 11:08:16 Order: 0 In response to GardaWorld’s non-payment of wages, Atlantic Canada’s security screeners take action by donning jeans and colourful clothes. Airline
ASTA Says American's NDC Deadline Extension is 'Welcome News’ Date: 2024-04-25 11:07:45 Order: 0 Despite its ongoing dispute with AA’s NDC rollout, ASTA has stated it welcomes the decision to extend the deadline for reaching 30% threshold from 21APR to 05JUN. Airline
Boeing's Financial Woes Continue, While Families of Crash Victims Urge U.S. to Prosecute the Company Date: 2024-04-25 11:06:14 Order: 0 As Boeing touts safety over finances, a dozen relatives of pax who died in the second crash met with government officials Wednesday in Washington. Airline
AC Flight from Pearson to Paris Cancelled due to France’s ATC Strike Date: 2024-04-25 11:05:17 Order: 0 A planned air traffic controller strike by French civil aviation authorities led to Air Canada cancelling one of 25APR three flights arriving from Charles-de-Gaulle airport. Airline
Europe's Travel Strikes: Flight & Train Disruption You Can Expect in April/May Date: 2024-04-25 11:04:55 Order: 0 Heathrow’s Border Force, Gatwick Airport Catering, and London’s Underground workers amongst May’s upcoming strikes that may cause potential delays & cancellations. More News
Seven Cruise Ships to Dock in Victoria This Week Date: 2024-04-25 11:03:46 Order: 0 Greater Victoria Harbour Authority expects seven cruise ships to dock at the cruise terminal at Ogden Point this week welcoming over 16,000 passengers. Cruise
Special Entertainment and Activities to Commemorate Seabourn Odyssey’s Farewell Voyage Date: 2024-04-25 11:02:06 Order: 0 Seabourn Odyssey's Farewell Voyage from Seattle to Yokohama in SEPT2024, promises unique experiences, memorable tributes, local artists, and special gifts. Cruise
Disney Creates Rest Stop for Travel Advisors in Animal Kingdom Date: 2024-04-25 11:01:17 Order: 0 In celebration of May TA Month, Disney will offer advisors a dedicated station in Disney's Animal Kingdom: refreshments, shade, networking & scenic views. Hotels/Resorts
