Airlines
AC Among the 50 Most Engaged Workplaces
Air Canada has been ranked among the 50 “Most Engaged Workplaces” for the fourth year in a row for its commitment to employee engagement by Achievers, an employee social recognition company. “We are thrilled with this recognition from Achievers as it affirms we remain on the right track fostering our employee culture to position Air Canada as a forward-thinking company. We believe culture is a competitive advantage, thus having an engaged workforce is an important business priority for us,” said Arielle Meloul-Wechsler, senior vice-president, People, Culture and Communications...
Hong Kong Airlines Helps Child’s Wish Take Flight
Hong Kong Airlines, having partnered with Make-A-Wish BC & Yukon in 2018, is helping 17-year-old wish recipient Kathy Tran’s wish of travelling to Asia come true. “Flight costs associated with granted wishes are a big expense for us,” said Ross Hetherington, CEO, Make-A-Wish BC & Yukon. “The generosity of Hong Kong Airlines, who are covering the costs for Kathy and her family to travel first to Hong Kong and then on to Tokyo, is significant, and deeply appreciated.” Before Tran left for her trip, Hong Kong Airlines and Make-A-Wish hosted a send-off event at...
Air Canada Updates 2020 Aeroplan Changes
Air Canada has revealed changes to Aeroplan that mark the beginning of many improvements being planned as it moves toward launching its new loyalty program in summer 2020. Designed to make Aeroplan more flexible and member-friendly, the changes to its flight rewards include: full refunds within 24 hours of booking, the option to refund your flight reward up to two hours before departure, a reduction of the aeroplan.com refund fee and complimentary changes and refunds for Air Canada Altitude Super Elite 100K members. “Choice and flexibility are at the core of our loyalty plans, so...
AC Adds Quebec City-Cancun Service
Air Canada has introduced two new winter services from Quebec City to Cancun, Mexico and Punta Cana, Dominican Republic. Flights to Cancun begin Dec. 21 and operate until April 11, 2020, while Punta Cana flights start Dec. 22 and run until April 12, 2020. Flights will be aboard a 200-seat all-economy Air Canada Rouge Airbus A321. Travellers who book their next winter getaway departing from Quebec City to Cancun or Punta Cana can benefit from a vacation package offer through Air Canada Vacations that will save them $200 per couple or $400 per...
Premium Japan Travel by Sea and Air
A small super-lux cruise ship that sails inland waters and visits lesser-known ports is amongst some attractive new tourism products in Japan. The Guntu is more akin to a floating hotel that offers premium services in a distinctly Japanese fashion, while making its way across the quiet waters of the Seto Inland Sea. It has just 19 large cabins for a passenger capacity of 38. The cabins, dining rooms and other public spaces have been designed according to a traditional Japanese minimalist style, with lots of wooden appointments. The Guntu was described during a recent luncheon...
Sunwing Bringing Back Montreal-Havana Flights
Sunwing is making it easier for Montreal residents to explore Cuba’s capital, Havana, this coming winter. For the first time since 2012, the tour operator is offering direct flights, twice a week (Mondays and Fridays), from Montreal to Havana, from Dec. 13 until March 13, 2020. Celebrating its 500th anniversary this year, Havana has a rich history and fascinating heritage. Highlights include the cobblestoned streets of Old Havana, lined with picturesque Baroque architecture and classic American cars. Sunwing offers a range of accommodation options in and around Havana,...
Air Canada Wins for Diversity in Leadership
Air Canada has won the inaugural award for Diversity in Leadership at the 2019 Airline Strategy Awards presented in London, England. The prize recognizes an airline organization that promotes diversity among its senior leadership team. “We are very pleased to receive this award because Air Canada has made diversity a strategic focus and this has not only enriched our workplace, but it has also become a competitive advantage for our company,” said Arielle Meloul-Wechsler, senior vice-president, People, Culture and Communications. “One way we have done this is by encouraging...
Safeguarding Competitiveness
IATA is warning that up to 120,000 jobs supported by air transport could be at risk from an erosion of UK air transport competitiveness. By contrast, employment could rise by 200,000 if the UK invests in cost-effective runway expansion, abolishes or reduces Air Passenger Duty (APD), and improves visa processes. A new report published by IATA, United Kingdom Air Transport Regulatory Competitiveness Indicators, reveals that whilst air transport's contribution to the UK economy is currently significant, supporting 1.56 million jobs and contributing GBP 89 billion to UK GDP, there is a risk...