Airlines
Round-The-World With Star Alliance
Star Alliance has expanded its Round-the-World (RTW) fare to include travel in Premium Economy Class. “With 11 of our member carriers now offering a dedicated Premium Economy cabin, we are pleased to offer our customers to make use of this extra comfort on their Round-the-World travels,” said Olav Glorvigen, director, Sales and Market Development at Star Alliance. In line with the overall RTW product, the Premium Economy Class fare is offered in three mileage bands: 29,000, 34,000 or 39,000 miles. Putting the mileage levels into perspective, the circumference of the Earth...
WestJet Adds New Lift
WestJet is adding new non-stop service between Edmonton and Nanaimo, British Columbia, as well as more flights between Edmonton and Grande Prairie, Kelowna, Regina and Saskatoon. Chris Avery, vice-president, network planning, alliances and corporate development for WestJet said: “Edmonton is one of the fastest-growing cities in Canada and these important schedule improvements will support that growth.” Avery also noted that: “These increases cover a broad range of areas including key business and leisure routes, offering greater flexibility for business travellers who want...
Avianca New Aeroplan Partner
Aeroplan has expanded its roster of travel partners with the addition of Avianca Brazil. Aeroplan members can now earn and redeem Aeroplan Miles for travel with Avianca Brazil, bringing the total number of airline partners to 34. Aeroplan members will be able to use their miles for flights with Avianca through Aeroplan’s Fixed Mileage Flight Rewards. “We’re excited to add Avianca Brazil to our program,” said John Boynton, chief marketing officer, Aeroplan. “This addition will give our members greater choice when it comes to accumulation and redemption opportunities with...
APG Canada Named Flybe GSA
Air Promotion Group Canada (APG) has been appointed GSA (General Sales Agent) in Canada by UK-based Flybe. Flybe operates 186 routes to 10 countries from 74 departure points; 37 in the United Kingdom and 37 in mainland Europe. In addition, the airline has eight codeshare and 17 interline agreements with strategic partner airlines. Flybe operates a modern fleet comprising 64 aircraft manufactured by Bombardier and Embraer. Bookings are accessible in all major GDS systems and credit cards are accepted as a form of payment. APG Canada has sales offices in Montreal, Toronto and...
Avianca Brasil Joins Star Alliance
At a special ceremony held at Guarulhos International Airport in São Paulo, Brazil yesterday, Star Alliance member carriers welcomed their newest member, Avianca Brasil. “Adding Avianca Brasil to our network is an important step in enhancing our customer proposition in Latin America. Brazil is the most important aviation market on the continent and we are pleased that from today onwards, we can once again offer domestic connections in Brazil,” said Star Alliance CEO Mark Schwab. Star Alliance partner Air Canada flies daily year-round from its main hub at Toronto Pearson to São...
Airport Disruptions Possible at NYC Airports
Travellers to New York City are being advised to be prepare for possible disruptions as more than 1,000 security officers, baggage handlers and wheelchair attendants are expected to walk off the job for 24 hours at both John F. Kennedy and La Guardia airports. It's reported that workers will start walking off the job at 10 p.m. tonight (July 22) and will picket at both JFK and LGA. Airlines Delta, American and United do not expect the job action to cause significant...
Porter Extends Ontario Service into North Bay
North Bay, Ont., is the newest addition to Porter Airlines’ network. Beginning Oct. 7, Porter will offer daily flights between Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport and North Bay Jack Garland Airport. A second route featuring service between North Bay and Timmins, Ont., is also being introduced. Initial round-trip prices are $238 for North Bay-Toronto and $220 for North Bay-Timmins. Flights are now available for booking at...
Air Canada Delhi Flights To Go Daily
Air Canada has plans to increase its new Toronto-Delhi non-stop service from four times weekly to daily service beginning Oct. 30, 2016. The airline's new non-stop service between Toronto and Delhi, set to be launched Nov. 1 with four weekly flights, is Air Canada's first route to be dedicated for Boeing 787-9 series aircraft. Air Canada will receive a total of 29 new 787-9 Dreamliner aircraft by 2019, in addition to eight 787-8 aircraft already in operation, as part of the carrier's fleet renewal and international expansion from its global hub at Toronto Pearson...