Airlines
Catalyzing A Quicker Recovery
GlobalData says that Air France’s bet on leisure routes could catalyze a quicker recovery for the carrier as outbound leisure travel in France increased to 74.3% in 2020, despite restrictions severely reducing the total number of outbound trips. The data and analytics company points out that with business travel demand suppressed, the airline must focus on serving high volume leisure routes and upsell premium cabins to high budget travellers to support a strong recovery. Gus Gardner, associate travel and tourism analyst at GlobalData, said that: “Pre-pandemic, outbound leisure...
Porter Mandates Vaccinations, Testing For Staff
Porter Airlines’ new COVID-19 Vaccination Policy will require its team members to be fully vaccinated or present a negative COVID-19 test administered within 72 hours of the start of their shift. The new policy aligns with Porter’s restart of service on Sept. 8, 2021 and is designed, the carriers says, “to support a safe and healthy workplace for employees and passengers.” Following the federal government’s recent announcement of its intention to mandate vaccination for federally-regulated employers and workers, Porter has become the first Canadian airline committed to...
Stopover In Panama With Copa Airlines
A cosmopolitan city along with “gorgeous coffee farms, abundant biodiversity and pristine beaches” can now be discovered at no additional airfare with Panama and Copa Airlines’ relaunch of the attractive Stopover in Panama program. The initiative seeks to encourage passengers that travel to any of the airline’s destinations through the “Hub of the Americas” in Panama to schedule time for a stop in the country at the time of ticket purchase, without additional cost in air fare. In doing so, tourists can enjoy two destinations for the price of one. Visitors now have the...
WestJet Encore Cabin Crew Ratifies Agreement
WestJet Encore reports that Encore Cabin Crew members -- represented by the Canadian Union of Public Employees (CUPE) -- have ratified their first five-year agreement. This ratified agreement is in place from Aug. 1, 2021, through to and including July 31, 2026. Ed Sims, WestJet President and CEO, said: “I am glad to be sharing, once again, that we have achieved a collective agreement with CUPE. This agreement, with our WestJet Encore Cabin Crew Members, shows that we continue to bargain productively and respectfully with our union partners.” Sims added: “The result shows...
AC, WS, NACC Welcome Feds Mandatory Vaccination Plan
Both Air Canada and the WestJet Group have responded to today’s (Aug. 13) announcement by Transport Minister Omar Alghabra regarding mandatory vaccinations for federally regulated airline employees. WestJet’s Executive Vice-President, People and Culture, Mark Porter said: “We continue to be a strong partner in Canada's vaccination rollout and are working diligently to implement the government's policy on mandatory vaccines for airline employees.” Porter continued: “Vaccinations are the most effective way to ensure the safety of our guests and employees, while curbing the...
Curaçao Is Booming
Curaçao has seen a surge of new and re-branded hotel developments by top hospitality brands, as well as expanded flight routes recently. From a fully renovated Marriott, to upscale all-inclusive options like Dreams and Sandals, as well as newly flagged properties like Trademark by Wyndham and Curio by Hilton Collection, Curaçao continues to offer differentiated new accommodations that cater to an increased influx of North American travelers. It has been a strong year for the island’s expansion with brands like Sandals, Wyndham and Hilton all planting a flag in...
Employees Engage With AC’s Sustainability Goals
With the help of its employees like Ameena Youssef and others, Air Canada continued to support communities in need across the country for various causes throughout the COVID-19 pandemic. This is one example of many other actions and accomplishments outlined in Air Canada's 2020 corporate sustainability report Citizens of the World released today. Michael Rousseau, President and Chief Executive Officer at Air Canada, said that: “Our employees have shown great dedication, courage and tenacity. I am grateful to them for their professionalism, commitment and ability to overcome...
Clarity TTS Partners With Emirates On New Initiative
Clarity Technology Solutions (Clarity TTS) is partnering with Emirates to extend the carrier’s online brand to travel retailers and integrate it into the travel tech provider’s trading platforms. The partnership between Emirates and Clarity TTS emphasizes an airline's need to have the expertise of the right technology provider to remain successful in the competitive world of the travel industry. Clarity TTS, known for its seamless and tailor-made integration systems, will use New Distribution Capabilities to achieve these goals. New Distribution Capability (NDC) is an...