Airlines
Public Can Have Its Say
On April 8, 2022, WestJet Airlines Ltd. and Sunwing Travel Group notified the Minister of Transport that WestJet proposes to acquire Sunwing Vacations and Sunwing Airlines. This notification was in accordance with the mergers and acquisitions provisions of the Canada Transportation Act. The Minister of Transport has determined that the transaction raises public interest considerations related to national transportation. As such, a public interest assessment of the proposed transaction will be conducted with input from the Commissioner of Competition, who will assess impacts on...
Sky Bird Travel & Tours Celebrates 45
Sky Bird Travel & Tours hosted its 45th-anniversary celebration at the prestigious Detroit Athletic Club recently, welcoming over 60 airline representatives to its gala event. Company CEO, Arvin Shah, and his wife, Jaya Shah greeted and mingled as guests arrived at the opening cocktail reception. The main event was kicked off by the event’s Master of Ceremonies who delighted the audience with several lighthearted jokes and 1976 nostalgia, the year Sky Bird Travel was established. The first guest speaker introduced was longtime Shah family friend Andy Bhatia, who shared...
Air Transat Unveils Winter 2022–2023
Air Transat is diversifying and expanding its international offering for winter 2022–2023; offering more than 50 destinations, as well as a few more through its code-sharing agreements. Michèle Barre, Vice President, Network, Revenue Management and Pricing of Air Transat, said: “Our customers want and need to travel. Our response to their expectations is unique, of high quality and rich in options. We are offering an unprecedented range of destinations on four continents for this coming winter as we continue to develop and strengthen our air network.” The carrier continues...
NĀRAT Launches Azores Packages With Hertz
NĀRAT has launched affordable independent touring packages of Portugal’s Azores Islands in partnership with Hertz Portugal and SATA Azores Airlines. A popular destination for Canadians, the Azores Islands are consistently ranked as one of the best and sustainable island travel destinations in Europe. The Azores Islands' location between Europe and North America makes it the most ideal European Island getaway, conveniently accessible for Canadians. Renata Snidr, NĀRAT corporate director said: “With an abundance of natural scenery, history and culture, the Azores Islands...
FLYGTA Takes Off With Big Plans
There’s lots going on at FLYGTA these days and it took the time recently to host the trade at an event in Toronto to let them in on all that's happening. To begin with, it’s inviting the Canadian travel community to explore the travel options that it has on offer for consumers and business travellers to destinations in Canada and internationally. As a spring incentive, FLYGTA is offering agents a special promotion to book Private Charter Aircraft as well as provide benefits through agent rates on Air Taxi routes until June 30 for travel completed by Dec. 31, 2022. These...
Air Transat Adds Montreal To LA Flights
Air Transat has launched non-stop service to Los Angeles from Montreal, marking the start of the carrier's operations in sunny California. The first TS240 flight to Los Angeles landed on May 16, with passengers and crew greeted with excitement by the airport team. Joseph Adamo, Chief Sales and Marketing Officer, Transat, said: “We are thrilled to be operating this route and flying passengers to a multifaceted city that is known for its many tourist attractions, but that also represents an excellent gateway to the rest of California.” Adamo added: “The new flight shows our...
Discover The World Appoints Two
Discover The World has appointed Kim Barbisan and Kevin Pohlmann as National Sales Manages in Canada. Barbisan has worked in the travel industry for four decades and has extensive experience in sales and marketing. Her well-established relationships with the travel trade and her market insights are great assets for her to leverage as she leads all sales and marketing for Tradewinds Voyages and Hebridean Island Cruises. Said Barbisan: “I am very excited about representing two unique niche market Cruise Lines and building strong relationships with our travel partners to promote...
SATA Azores Takes Off With Travel Agent Program
SATA Azores Airlines has launched its Travel Agent Specialist Program, providing agents with the opportunity to learn about SATA Azores Airlines and the destinations it serves as well as win fabulous prizes. The Specialist program is divided into 4 lessons: SATA Azores Airlines, The Azores, Madeira, and Other Destinations. Each lesson is divided into short categories that are quick and easy to read and complete. Agents can start the lesson, stop, and save their lesson and come back any time to complete the lesson. For the launch of the program, a promotion will run through July...