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Tuesday, June 9, 2026
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New research commissioned by the World Travel & Tourism Council has raised concerns that prolonged border delays associated with the rollout of Europe's Entry/Exit System (EES) could significantly impact tourism, putting up to 41 million visitor arrivals and $45.4 billion in spending at risk.
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The federal government on Monday (June 8) unveiled a temporary loan program aimed at helping airlines manage the sharp rise in jet fuel prices, drawing a mixed reaction from carriers. Under the initiative, airlines will be eligible to borrow up to $150 million each as the effects of the Iran conflict force operators to reduce flight schedules and lower profit expectations.
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A former Air Canada pilot has been fined by Transport Canada after being found to lack the licence required to serve as an aircraft captain. According to the airline, the pilot held a valid commercial pilot licence but was promoted to captain without obtaining the necessary airline transport pilot licence, reports say.
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magnitude 6.1 earthquake struck western Cuba on Monday (June 8), according to the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS). The earthquake occurred about 100 kilometres off the western tip of the island, approximately 118 kilometers west-northwest of the town of Mantua in Pinar del Río Province.
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Ottawa has launched public consultations on the future of Toronto's island airport as Ontario pushes to expand the facility to accommodate jet aircraft. Transport Canada wants input on noise levels, environmental impacts, economic benefits and the effect on the quality of life of residents living near the airport.
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ACTA is offering 20 per cent savings on its Certified Travel Counsellor and Certified Travel Manager designation programs until June 30, 2026. The association is also introducing new CTC and CTM recognition pins and hosting a June 23 information session on certification requirements and benefits.
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Groups emerged as major focus at The Travel Agent Next Door 2026 conference, with advisors exploring how they can strengthen relationships, generate repeat business, and create long-term growth. While some already see groups as a core part of their business, others admitted the sessions helped them rethink what group business can look like.
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Maqam Services and two directors have been convicted after TICO charges related to operating as a travel agent without registration. The court found the company advertised and sold Islamic holy pilgrimage travel packages and accepted consumer payments without being registered with TICO.
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Trafalgar has launched Trafalgar Small Group Tours, a new collection of 22 itineraries with a maximum of 18 guests. The tours offer smaller-format guided vacations with local experiences, varied transportation, Travel Directors, Be My Guest experiences and MAKE TRAVEL MATTER Experiences.
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Explora Journeys has named marine educator, dive trainer and National Geographic Educator Cristina Ozores as godmother of EXPLORA III. Ozores will bless and name the first LNG-powered ship in the Explora Journeys fleet during a ceremony in Barcelona on August 1, 2026.
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PONANT EXPLORATIONS and Paul Gauguin Cruises have launched a “Celebrating Canada” offer for Canadian residents and travel advisors. The promotion includes savings, shipboard credits and advisor incentives on eligible worldwide voyages booked by July 31, 2026, for departures through July 31, 2027.
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IN CASE YOU MISSED IT
The band’s back together. After a stint at The Armstrong Collective. Desirée Rolle is back at Exoticca, returning as director of sales for Western Ontario and Atlantic Canada, PAX has learned. "I'm so excited to see everyone again and give out some giant hugs!” Rolle tells PAX.
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It's the ultimate Shanghai-Toronto reboot. PAX reports from China, where Canadian travel pros are exploring ancient gardens, temples, tea houses, and water towns with Air Canada, which resumed its Toronto-Shanghai service last week. The FAM comes as China enjoys renewed momentum, buoyed by its introduction of visa-free access for Canadians.
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Porter Airlines has joined IATA, opening doors for more interline and codeshare partnerships. “We have seen strong interest from international airlines in working with us and IATA membership gives us the platform to build on those relationships," said Michael Deluce, Porter's CEO.
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