Airlines
Air Transat Adding Two New 2025-2026 Winter Routes
Air Transat continues to expand its network with the addition of two new international routes to its winter 2025-2026 program. The airline is introducing an exclusive route between Montreal and Guadalajara (GDL) in Mexico and extending its service between Montreal and Madrid (MAD) in Spain to cover part of the winter season. Flights will be available for booking this week. Sebastian Ponce, Chief Revenue Officer at Transat, said: “The launch of these new routes reflects our commitment to offering a diversified network and effectively meeting currently underserved...
Air Transat launches non-stop service between Québec City & Fort-de-France
Air Transat is consolidating its leadership in the French Antilles with an innovative route from Québec City. The airline is the first to offer a direct connection between Québec City Jean Lesage International Airport (YQB) and Martinique Aimé Césaire International Airport (FDF). The weekly flight, which is now available for booking, will operate on Sundays from December 14, 2025, to April 26, 2026. “This new non-stop service to Fort-de-France strengthens our position as the leading carrier to the South from Québec City,” said Sebastian Ponce, Chief Revenue Officer of...
Air Canada rolls out free Wi-Fi on flights in North America, Mexico & the Caribbean
Air Canada has launched fast, free Wi-Fi for Aeroplan members on board Air Canada’s flights across North America and to-and-from sun destinations in Mexico and the Caribbean. Sponsored by Bell, the new service means customers can enjoy streaming video services and gaming on their personal devices and makes Air Canada a leader in connectivity. “Quality connectivity has become indispensable for all travellers. Starting today we’re thrilled to offer complimentary Wi-Fi on North American, Mexican and Caribbean flights for Aeroplan Members, by partnering with Bell,” said Mark Nasr,...
WestJet celebrates travel advisors with month-long contest and new learning portal
To show appreciation and celebrate its travel trade partners, WestJet is running a Travel Advisor Appreciation Month contest throughout May – giving advisors a chance to win prizes while being recognized for all they do. As a proudly Canadian airline, WestJet knows how rewarding it is to explore everything Canada has to offer. This year’s prizes are Canadian inspired, including: A Discover Halifax prize package, including round-trip airfare, accommodations, gift certificates, tours and more; $300 WestJet gift card + 2 Extended Comfort vouchers; and A $150 Skip gift...
Air Canada’s Tony Celio Retires
Tony Celio, Specialty Sales Manager at Air Canada, is retiring after 37 years in a variety of roles with the airline. Celio announced his retirement, effective today (May 1) on a post on his LinkedIn account, saying that he’s embarking on “the next chapter in my life.” He writes: “My journey at Air Canada has been nothing short of incredible and I’m grateful for having had the honour and privilege to work with incredibly talented individuals throughout my career.” And he continues: “Aviation has been a passion of mine ever since I was a child and I owe it to my dad...
Air Canada & ACV partner on contest for Travel Agent Appreciation Month
As a longstanding champion of its industry partners, Air Canada is taking travel agent appreciation to new heights by partnering with Air Canada Vacations on a contest specifically for travel agents, as a way to say thank you for their year-round support. They help travellers discover the best of Canada and the world, now it’s their turn. In honour of Air Canada Vacations’ 50th anniversary and Travel Agent Appreciation Month, Air Canada is giving away 50 prizes! Agents have a chance to win exciting prizes like a pair of Economy Class tickets to any Canadian destination Air Canada...
Honouring Air Canada’s Excellence Award recipients
For the past 35 years, Air Canada has bestowed a special honour on employees who demonstrate the best of what it means to work at Canada’s flag carrier. Known as the Excellence Awards, they are Air Canada’s highest form of honour, annually recognizing employees who stand out as role models among their colleagues. “Being an Excellence Award recipient means your colleagues look up to you for leadership. It means you have the courage to show up as your best self, every single day. It means putting safety first, always. It means rolling up your sleeves, putting in the effort, and...
My Emirates Pass now available year round
Emirates has revealed that for the first time ever My Emirates Pass will be available all year round, giving passengers access to over 600 exclusive offers at attractions, spas, hotels and more across Dubai. In addition to the year-round benefits, Emirates will introduce seasonal summer and winter offers; giving travellers even more ways to make the most of their visit. Passengers flying from, through, or to Dubai can now unlock discounts on top culinary experiences, world-class shopping experiences, unmissable leisure attractions, and tranquil luxury spas any time of the year. Whether...