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Join Open Jaw President Nina Slawek as she takes in the offerings at Impression by Secrets on the small island of Isla Mujeres. Newly minted GM Mourad Essafi describes the unique concept.
Open Jaw President, Nina Slawek, who just happened to be going on vacation to CUN ran into Canada Jetlines Director of Sales, Sanjay Kopalkar at the gate. The challenge for viewers is to answer the question: will Nina’s incognito flying experience be the same as when FAs know she’s on a FAM?
Toronto’s RIU luncheon provided the opportunity to speak with Sunwing’s Deana Murphy on strong forward bookings and Hugo Aguilera, RIU Director Partner Marketing, on the reasons for the high proportion of Canadian guests.
In discussing the expansive network and vacation opportunities of a joint venture with Air Transat, Porter EVP and CCO, Kevin Jackson, tells Open Jaw President, Nina Slawek, that more partnerships are in the offing.
At Arajet’s hub in the DR, CEO Victor Pacheco shared with Open Jaw’s Natasha McKenty that the new carrier is off to a solid start, actively “chasing leads” to curate packages for Canadians with load factors from YYZ and YUL trending “towards 80%”. CCO Manuel Luna highlighted new connections to South America.
FlightHub CEO, Christopher Cave, speaks with Nina Slawek about the OTA’s roots as a tech company and plans to add packages as well as develop the B2B sector. Cave also notes signs of a softening of demand.
Canada Jetlines COO, Charles McKee, speaks with Nina Slawek about the launch of the carrier’s tour operating arm just 13 months after inauguration, with three and four star hotels in CUN and MBJ.
Kevin Jackson, EVP and CCO, Porter, spoke with Open Jaw’s Nina Slawek at Mr Porter’s Party in Toronto where the focus was squarely on growing the network from YYZ and YOW.
At TTAND’s splashy VIP Supplier event, CEO Flemming Friisdahl reported a record for host agency sales of CAD $400 million in 2023, telling Open Jaw’s Natasha McKenty there is overwhelming demand for big ticket items.
In a push to grow membership and usage, Aeroplan wants Canadians to think of the loyalty program when they fly, shop or take an Uber. Nina interviews Scott O’Leary, VP, Loyalty and Product and Andy Shibata, VP, Brand at “Insider Guide” media event.