Airlines
AC rouge Launches Seasonal Montreal-Venice Service
Air Canada rouge touched down at Venice Marco Polo Airport Friday morning (May 15), marking the start of new non-stop seasonal service from Montreal's Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport. Celebrations were held at both airports to inaugurate the twice-weekly service. Service between Montreal and Venice will be operated by Air Canada rouge twice weekly through Oct. 11 with a 280-seat Boeing 767-300ER aircraft offering a choice of premium and economy cabins. Air Canada rouge now serves Venice from both Montreal and Toronto during summer...
Qatar Doubles the Luxury
Qatar Airways is offering customers in Canada a special “Double The Luxury” promotion for Premium Class travel to destinations around the world. Passengers booking a Business Class or First Class ticket (where Business Class is not available) will receive a complimentary ticket for a companion by just paying the taxes and applicable surcharges. The promotion runs through May 17 and is valid for travel through Dec. 10. Qatar serves 146 business and leisure destinations around the world with 157 modern aircraft, including such destinations as London, Paris, New York, Milan,...
Lufthansa Premium Economy Roll Out on Schedule
The retrofitting of Lufthansa’s new Premium Economy class on the airline’s fleet is on schedule. Experts from Lufthansa Technik have completed the installation of Premium Economy class seats in an Airbus A340-300 with the registration D-AIGO, and as a result, passengers can already enjoy the airline’s new travel class on half of Lufthansa’s long-haul jets. Thus, a total of 53 aircraft – approximately 2,000 new, well-equipped seats – now offer an added, extra comfort in Economy Class. The retrofit order is carried out according to the type of aircraft. Therefore, all...
WestJet Agent Expos Take Flight
WestJet and WestJet Vacations launched travel expos in the Greater Toronto Area this week with the show set to roll into other cities across the country in the coming days and weeks. More than 400 agents attended the trade show in Toronto Tuesday night and 300 more were expected at the International Centre in Mississauga by the end of the night. The trade show with a twist featured not only suppliers and destinations like Barbados, AMResorts and Prince Hotels, but a series of WestJet booths dedicated to travel support, TA resources, groups, fare options and more. Manning the space...
ALPA Calls for Comprehensive Canadian Aviation Policy
The Air Line Pilots Association, Int’l (ALPA) has issued a new report that calls on the government to promote an environment that allows fair opportunities for Canadian airlines and aviation workers to compete and prevail in the international marketplace. The report, entitled “State of Our Skies: Canada,” proposes policy solutions to help create a better business environment and improve the overall state of the Canadian aviation industry. “In today’s hyper-competitive international arena, Canada’s own government at times puts Canadian airlines and workers at a...
Last Chance to Win With Malaysia Airlines
Agents are reminded that Malaysia Airlines’ http://www.mhtravelagent.com contest will end this Friday (May 15). Agents just need to answer three fun fact filled questions about the airline or its destinations to win this week’s $15 gift certificate. And if they enter a ticket sale they will be eligible to win the grand prize – a $250 gift certificate of their choice. Pictured are Sandra Cornish of Discover the World, representing Malaysia Airlines, and last week’s winner, Ayesha Colquhoun of Indus Travel in Richmond,...
Etihad Names New GM for Canada
Etihad Airways has appointed Craig Thomas as general manager for Canada. Based in Toronto, Thomas will be responsible for all commercial activity for Etihad Airways, as well as further growing the airline’s relationships with trade and corporate partners. He will report to Martin Drew, vice-president of The Americas for Etihad Airways. Thomas most recently served as Etihad Airways’ regional general manager - Asia Pacific North and the Indian Subcontinent, based in Bangkok. He joined Etihad Airways in 2005 as the sales and marketing manager - Southern Africa and later served as...
ACV, AC Extend ‘Travel Agent Day’ Offers
In celebration of yesterday's “Travel Agent Day,” Air Canada Vacations (ACV) and Air Canada are offering two special deals in thanks to Canadian travel agents for their ongoing support and dedication. Agents who book a Mexico or Caribbean packaged holiday with Air Canada Vacations by May 13 will receive 20% off a selection of sun packages, valid for travel between May 6 and March 31, 2016. The offer applies to agents and up to three companions. Travel agents can also enjoy 20% off select Air Canada flights, for travel with one companion, when booked by May 13. The offer is...