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Wednesday, November 27, 2024
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As flurries in the Greater Toronto Area loom, Toronto Pearson airport is rolling out its winter preparedness plan to keep runways clear so planes can take off on time. The airport shared its strategy on Tuesday (Nov. 26), highlighting a fleet of 161 snow clearing and deicing vehicles, 40 of which were purchased recently.
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Flying to the United States? New U.S. regulations now force airlines to provide automatic refunds when flights are either cancelled or significantly delayed, and for other reasons, like lost luggage. The regulations apply to Canadian carriers, like Air Canada, WestJet and Porter, who are required to follow U.S. Department of Transportation rules.
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The world of hospitality and tourism is mourning the loss of Mr. Gabriel Escarrer Juliá, honorary chairman and founder of Meliá Hotels International, who passed away early Tuesday morning (Nov. 26). He was 89. Escarrer Juliá presided the company for more than six decades, until handing over the baton to his son Gabriel Escarrer Jaume.
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Airfares are forecast to see modest increases across most regions globally in 2025 as airline capacity continues to rise, according to American Express Global Business Travel’s (Amex GBT) latest Air Monitor 2025. Several factors are influencing prices, including the growing trend of dynamic pricing, which allows airlines to adjust their fares based on market conditions.
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WestJet will launch flights connecting Vancouver and Austin, Texas in May 2025. The new service will offer guests "a convenient and affordable way to explore Austin's thriving music scene and renowned culinary culture, while also providing U.S.-based guests access to one of Canada's most iconic metropolises,' said Daniel Fajardo, WestJet's VP of network and schedule planning.
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Star Clippers is now taking bookings on sailings through November 2026, including the full summer season in the Mediterranean. Guests booking select 2026 sailings by December 31, 2024, will receive $200 onboard credit for three to six night sailings, $300 onboard credit for seven to nine night sailings, and $400 onboard credit for 10+ night sailings.
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A Canadian who was set to fly from Toronto Pearson airport to Germany in October was busted by police for carrying 45 kilograms of cannabis. The marijuana, which police say had a street value of about $180,000, was found during an outbound baggage examination by the CBSA.
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TravelBrands has an exclusive Black Friday promotion focused on travel advisors, recognizing their contributions to and impact on the travel industry. From November 25 to December 1, 2024, agents can earn up to 5x the Loyalty Rewards points on new bookings.
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Farenexus has formed a strategic partnership with e-Travel Technologies (eTT Inc), a leading provider of Travel Risk Management solutions. The collaboration aims to enhance the travel services provided by Farenexus, equipping travel sellers and managers with valuable tools to ensure travellers' safety and security.
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Arajet, a low-cost Dominican airline, has added flights on several routes during December and January, with prices from $1 dollar each way (without taxes or fees included) during Black Friday, which runs until Nov. 30
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IN CASE YOU MISSED IT
“The Azores is much more than a selfie spot,” said Rosa Costa, regional director of tourism for the Azores Government, addressing nearly 150 Canadian travel advisors at ACTA’s inaugural International Destination Conference last week. PAX was there to cover the action. What does "tourism for good" look like in “Europe’s Hawaii," which is seeing a tourism boom (and lots of Canadians). We connected with government officials, and agents, to get all the answers.
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The Israel Ministry of Tourism (IMOT) has outlined a plan for restoring hospitality facilities that have housed evacuees during the war, and for revitalizing tourism. In a press release Tuesday (Nov. 26), the IMOT said Israel has shown “remarkable resilience” during the conflict. Minister Haim Katz has launched a strategy that allocates resources to restore hospitality facilities and prepare them to welcome international tourists.
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Carnival Corporation has made changes to its global leadership team for Princess Cruises, Holland America Line and Seabourn. Gus Antorcha, currently president of Holland America Line, has been named president of Princess Cruises, replacing John Padgett. While Beth Bodensteiner has been promoted to president of the cruise line. Seabourn also welcomes Mark Tamis as its new president.
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