Airlines
Sunwing Celebrates Return to Victoria
Sunwing is offering Victoria, BC residents more options to explore the sunny south this winter with the addition of new weekly flights to Mazatlán and Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo. Travellers in the Victoria area can choose from four different destinations this winter including Mazatlán, Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo, Huatulco and Los Cabos. And, through Sept. 6 , agents can earn 4X STAR points that convert to cash for all vacation package bookings departing from Victoria. To help agents secure their bookings, Sunwing is offering special group rates including instant group savings of up to $280 per...
Transat’s Shareholders Approve Sale To Air Canada
Well, it's up to the regulators now. Transat A.T. Inc reports that at the special meeting of its shareholders this morning, a significant majority voted in favour of the special resolution (the Arrangement Resolution) approving the previously announced plan of arrangement under Section 192 of the Canada Business Corporations Act pursuant to which Air Canada will acquire all of the issued and outstanding Class A variable voting shares and Class B voting shares of Transat (together, the "Shares") for $18 per share in cash (the "Arrangement"). Shareholders carrying an aggregate of...
Millions of Aeroplan Miles Up for Grabs
Air Canada is celebrating the 35th anniversary of Aeroplan, and to mark 35 years of loyalty, Aeroplan is launching its biggest contest yet, with the opportunity for 45 members to win a total of 38.5 million miles. Through Sept. 25, Aeroplan is offering members two ways to win. Ten lucky members will have the chance to win 3.5 million Aeroplan miles and make their dream bucket list trip a reality. In addition, 35 members will be able to win 100,000 miles. Members can register to enter the contest by going to aeroplan.com/35 and submitting their Aeroplan number. “We're excited to...
Competitiveness Crucial For Swiss Aviation
In a newly released analysis, IATA highlights that the competitiveness of Switzerland’s air transport sector could generate an additional 36,000 jobs and nearly CHF 13 billion in extra GDP for the nation’s economy by 2037. The IATA study, Switzerland Air Transport Regulatory Competitiveness Indicators, recommends that to maximize the employment and prosperity opportunities created by a successful air transport industry, Switzerland should move forward with a cost-effective expansion of Zurich and Geneva airports, without additional restrictions on night flights, and tackle...
WestJet Welcomes Roatán to its Network
WestJet is adding Roatán, Honduras to its growing list of Caribbean destinations with new non-stop seasonal service from Toronto starting Dec. 15. “With the addition of the snorkelling paradise of Roatán to our network, WestJet guests now have convenient access to 14 Caribbean destinations non-stop from Toronto this winter,” said Arved von zur Muehlen, WestJet chief commercial officer. “Roatán is home to miles of coastline featuring barrier reefs, white sand beaches and turquoise waters and is a bucket list getaway that we can't wait for our guests to explore starting this...
Avianca Brasil To Exit Star Alliance
Brazilian airline Ocean Air Linhas Aéreas S/A, headquartered in São Paulo and formerly doing business as Avianca Brasil, will formally leave Star Alliance with effect from Sept. 1, 2019. Ocean Air's withdrawal follows several months of bankruptcy protection and the withdrawal of its Air Operator Certificate (AOC) by Brazilian regulator ANAC. The Star Alliance network maintains a significant and long-time presence in the Brazilian market continuously since its founding in 1997. As of 1 September 2019, the Alliance will number 27 member airlines. Jeffrey Goh, CEO Star...
Sunwing Goes Back To Tobago
After a successful inaugural season in 2018-2019, Sunwing has announced it will be returning to Tobago this winter with weekly direct flights from Toronto. Sunwing is the only Canadian leisure carrier to offer direct flights to the destination, with flights operating weekly from Dec. 19, 2019 until April 16, 2020. And Sunwing’s direct flight service to Tobago has had a positive effect on the island’s tourism industry, with arrivals increasing throughout Sunwing’s inaugural season. Andrew Dawson, president of tour operations for Sunwing, observed, “We are excited to be...
Hogg Resigns As CX CEO
Rupert Hogg has resigned as the CEO of Cathay Pacific and Paul Loo has stepped down as the airline's chief customer and commercial officer. Both resignations have been accepted by the carrier's board of directors. Following the departures, Augustus Tang has been appointed CEO, succeeding Mr. Rupert Hogg; while Ronald Lam has been named chief customer and commercial officer, succeeding Paul Loo. Lam will remain CEO of Hong Kong Express until a successor has been appointed. John Slosar, chairman of Cathay Pacific, commented: “Augustus Tang and Ronald Lam have the experience and...