Canadian Government Increases Air Travellers Security Charge Rates Effective 01MAY Date: 2024-02-05 09:44:36 Order: 0 The Air Travellers Security Charge (ATSC) was announced in 2001 to fund enhanced air transportation security measures. Increases to the air travellers' security charge rates on air... Airline
Heavy Snowfall Continues in the Maritimes; Delays, Closures and Cancellations Piling Up Date: 2024-02-05 09:43:58 Order: 0 Flight disruptions at YHZ, caused by heavy snowfall and hazardous weather conditions, have led to frustration among travellers. Environment Canada is forecasting an additional 15 to 25 cm... More News
An Unprecedented Storm Strikes California, Causing Chaos across the State Date: 2024-02-05 09:43:23 Order: 0 California is grappling with its second intense atmospheric river in a short timeframe, impacting accessibility and safety for tourists and businesses. The resulting transportation... More News
Measles Explosion in Europe: Air Travel Means the Outbreak Will Soon Hit Canada Date: 2024-02-05 09:41:31 Order: 0 After an explosion of measles cases in Europe, medical experts say it's just a "question of time" before outbreaks happen in Canada, thanks to high rates of global travel and low rates of... More News
How Agents Need to Prep for the End of Revenge Travel: A 6-step Guide Date: 2024-02-05 09:40:45 Order: 0 Revenge travel has to come to an end. Although there is still strong demand, it’s just not as reliable as it once was. Instead of relying solely on demand, advisors should focus on... Tourism
Oceana Allura Delayed, Multiple Cruises Cancelled Date: 2024-02-05 09:39:58 Order: 0 Oceania's Allura will be delayed for several weeks, causing six sailings to be cancelled and a new maiden voyage to be planned. The cancelled sailings are 08JUN, 15JUN, 25JUN, 07JUL, 17JUL,... Cruise
Following Consultations, TICO Issues New Fee Structure Date: 2024-02-02 10:03:39 Order: 150 Following a considerable period of occasionally contentious consultations, TICO has released a notice of fee changes. The aggregate increase is of 3.4% in total fees with reduced... More News
JTB Tells Open Jaw Jamaica Safe For Visitors Date: 2024-02-02 10:19:46 Order: 140 The JTB told Open Jaw, “The majority of the island’s tourism product remains unaffected,” in response to a request for comment on the U.S. advisory. “Overall, the crime rate against... Tourism
Air Transat Flight Attendants Reject Tentative Deal Date: 2024-02-02 09:23:51 Order: 135 Air Transat flight attendants have rejected a tentative agreement reached with the airline earlier this month, sending the two parties back to the drawing board and again raising the... Airline Breaking
Booming and Beautiful: A Look at Saint Vincent and the Grenadines Date: 2024-02-02 10:44:46 Order: 130 Saint Vincent and the Grenadines has always been a desirable Caribbean destination. But the world has only recently begun to catch on to her charms. Air Canada now flies direct to Saint... Byers Report
Survey: Young Canadian Travellers are Looking For “Roamance” Date: 2024-02-02 10:49:26 Order: 100 As Cupid readies his arrows for Valentine’s Day, a recent Flight Centre Travel Group survey conducted by YouGov reveals that Canadian Zillennials—a blend of Gen Z and Millennials—are... More News
Ex-Boeing Manager Would ‘Absolutely Not’ Fly 737 MAX 9 Date: 2024-02-02 10:53:12 Order: 0 Ex-Boeing employee Ed Pierson expresses concern over the 737 MAX 9 jet’s return to the skies following the Alaska Airlines incident. The former Boeing manager says he would “absolutely... Airline
Name Change: Montreal Saint-Hubert Airport becomes MET - Montreal Metropolitan Airport Date: 2024-02-02 10:52:30 Order: 0 Montreal Saint-Hubert Airport is now known as MET - Montreal Metropolitan Airport. The rebranding includes a new logo to signify connectivity and mobility, emphasizing its commitment to... Airline
United, Air Canada Invest Further in this Swedish Hybrid-Electric Airliner Date: 2024-02-02 10:51:52 Order: 0 The ES-30, a 30-seat hybrid-electric regional airliner, recently secured over $105 million in Series B funding, including investments from United Airlines and Air Canada. This financial... Airline
Conciliators Brought in to End WestJet Encore Dispute Date: 2024-02-02 10:49:23 Order: 0 The feds have assigned two conciliation officers to assist in negotiating a collective agreement between WestJet Encore and its pilots, addressing issues such as pay disparities,... Airline