DECODING THE CANADIAN TRAVEL ADVISOR CLIENT
by Staff Writer - Expert advice, saving time, or something else? New research from Expedia Group provides deep dive insights into the preferences, values, and planning habits of travellers – including why Canadians choose to use a travel agent.
NO KIDDING: It’s safer to keep babes buckled in plane seats
by Staff Writer - The crash landing of a Delta Air Lines flight in Toronto last week highlighted the potential dangers of flying with a young child sitting on an adult's lap. The plane flipped over, which would make holding onto a baby extremely difficult. Authorities haven't said whether the 18-month-old child who was injured in the crash was riding on a parent's lap, but young children have died in previous crashes.
CONSOLIDATON PLANNED AT NORTHERN AIRLINES
by Staff Writer - A Winnipeg firm that owns several northern airlines has announced plans to buy Canadian North, the airline that serves the Arctic. Exchange Income Corp. said it made a deal to buy Bradley Air Services Ltd., which operates as Canadian North, for $205 million from the two Inuit organizations that own the airline.
RETAIL ROUND-UP: Agent news, fams & incentives
by Staff Writer - This week, plenty of news from Travel Masters, Transat Distribution, Ensemble, Virtuoso, Exotic Journeys, Collette, Embratur, and Air Canada Vacations.
ACV HEATS UP SOUTH AMERICA WITH NEW CHILE TOURS
by Staff Writer - Air Canada Vacations is expanding its South America program with new guided tours to Chile that will complement extended multi-country options in South America that include destinations like Peru and Colombia, as well as existing ePackages (Flight & Hotel) and Flight & Cruise vacation offerings.
HOTEL HAPPENINGS: Bangkok putting on the Ritz
by Staff Writer - A new Ritz-Carlton has debuted in Bangkok. Part of the Luxury Group portfolio by Marriott International, the hotel is set in a 216-m. high tower at One Bangkok business and lifestyle destination in the heart of Bangkok with a mandate to “blend Thai tradition seamlessly with global influence” while reflecting the dynamism of the Thai capital.
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AIR CANADA BREAKS DOWN SNOW DAYS DELAYS
by Michael Baginski - On an average day, approximately 47% of Air Canada's flights and 46% of its customers pass through Toronto Pearson – the airline’s global hub. Because many of its aircraft and customers connect through Toronto at some point in the day, the airline says a disruption at Pearson can impact flights elsewhere in the system, creating a domino effect that can also affect flights not immediately travelling to or from Toronto.
CANADIANS CHANGING ‘HOW’ THEY TRAVEL
by Staff Writer - 2025 is shaking up travel amid persistent financial pressures, geopolitical uncertainty and rising over-tourism and climate change concerns, says a new study by Blue Cross. But Canadian travellers are adapting their habits to consider such external factors, while a new generation of adventure lovers is driving change towards a more conscious future of travel, the report adds.
CALIFORNIA DREAMING: ‘It ticks so many boxes’ for Canadians
by Michael Baginski - As the snow was piling up at home, even in the torrential rain California was a more desirable place to be than Canada. Such was the case earlier this month as Visit California and some 35 destination partners hosted a couple of dozen members of the Canadian trade for a reverse mission in San Diego, followed by post conference FAMs throughout the state.
SAFETY AT RISK, CANADIAN AVIATION LEADERS WARN
by Staff Writer - Amid declining safety ratings for Canada, the country’s air traffic controllers and airline pilots are calling on governments to take decisive action to prioritize and strengthen – not roll back – critical safety protections for air travel in this country.
GLOBUS MOVES BOOST CDN. TRADE COLLABERATION
by Staff Writer - The Globus family of brands (GFOB) has refreshed its leadership structure in Canada. Specifically, Denise Harper has been promoted to managing director, Canada sales, overseeing national and regional partnerships at the head office and consortia levels. At the same time, Billy Stewart has been named national trade sales manager, taking full accountability for Canada’s Business Development Manager (BDM) team.
SIGN OF THE TIMES: Polish fire-breathing dragon checked for energy efficiency
by Staff Writer - An iconic metal sculpture of a dragon that spits real fire in the Polish city of Krakow will hold its breath for a month to check why it’s been devouring so much fuel lately. Experts are checking the gas feeds for the six-metre sculpture to find ways of reducing the dragon’s energy bills.
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