Airlines
CanJet Signs Distribution Deal With TravelBrands
CanJet Airlines has signed a distribution deal with TravelBrands Inc. to offer its vacation packages and flights through the company's extensive network of retail and wholesale companies. Through this agreement, TravelBrands will sell CanJet Vacations package holidays through its retail brands, including Red Tag Vacations, Bel Air Travel, Sears Travel and other outlets, and CanJet flights as another airline option for its Sunquest customers. “This comprehensive agreement is a win-win for both parties,” said Stephen Rowe, president of CanJet. “It gives us a valuable...
Emirates Installing Wi-Fi Access Across Fleet
More than 200,000 passengers have used Emirates’ free onboard Wi-Fi since October, taking advantage of the airline’s service to connect with family, friends or colleagues when they fly. On most Emirates A380s, passengers can access 10MBs of free data, enough to send emails, blog, tweet, post on Facebook, or browse the Internet. Emirates currently offers Wi-Fi connectivity on 86 aircraft – on board all of its 56 Airbus A380s, as well as on 30 of its Boeing 777s. A program is also underway to install Wi-Fi capability across the rest of its fleet. On 51 of Emirates’ A380s,...
Air Canada Goes Year-Round to Rio de Janeiro
Air Canada has inaugurated new non-stop service between Toronto Pearson and Rio de Janeiro - Galeão International Airport. The year-round flight to Brazil's “Marvelous City” complements the airline's existing daily non-stop service to Sao Paulo and further drive Air Canada's international expansion strategy. “Air Canada is very pleased to become the only carrier operating non-stop flights between Canada and the celebrated city of Rio de Janeiro. The service complements our Toronto-Sao Paulo route, meaning Air Canada now offers two destinations in Brazil. The new route also...
Travellers Can Now Earn WestJet Dollars on Delta
WestJet has launched a reciprocal frequent flyer agreement with Delta Air Lines, a codeshare partner with WestJet since 2012. The agreement allows WestJet Rewards members to earn WestJet dollars on flights marketed and operated by Delta Air Lines, with access to Delta's extensive global network of more than 300 destinations on six continents. “Our agreement with Delta Air Lines offers yet another great benefit to being a part of WestJet Rewards,” says Marshall Wilmot, WestJet vice-president, Product and Distribution. “The program is growing in scope and recognition with the...
Porter ‘Official Airline’ of TORONTO 2015 Games
Porter Airlines is helping the TORONTO 2015 Pan Am/Parapan Am Games reach new heights as the “Official Canadian Airline” and a signature supporter of the TORONTO 2015 Torch Relays. The airline will transport the flame during the Pan Am torch relay to communities across Ontario and beyond, helping to build enthusiasm and support for the Games, as well as providing general flight transportation needs. “The TORONTO 2015 Pan Am/Parapan Am Games will help create an exciting summer to remember for the city that serves as our home base, and our people look forward to being part of...
It’s That Time Of The Year Again
It's that time of the year again … hard to believe, isn't it … yep, Christmas … and in this week's digital edition of Canadian Travel Press, we've decorated our front cover to celebrate this festive time … not to mention send out a message to all of our loyal readers – Merry Christmas to one and all. Plus because it's Christmas, we've also asked some of readers to tell us about their favourite cuisine and what destinations they recommend to clients looking for a culinary experience. Check out their answers in this week's Ask The Agent feature by clicking here. And...
Transat Direct to Havana
Air Transat will begin offering direct flights from Toronto to Havana, Cuba, starting Dec. 22 and operating March 30, 2015. Travellers wishing to stay in the Cuban capital, known for its architecture, will be able to choose one of several packages offered by Transat Holidays and Nolitours. Available hotels include the Iberostar Parque Central and the Tryp Habana Libre, a new addition to Transat’s offering. For those wanting to explore further, Havana can also be a point of departure for discovering other parts of the island, or to embark, directly from the airport, on a...
AC rouge Non-Stop to Honolulu
With cold winter winds and snow hitting much of Eastern Canada, Air Canada rouge launched Canada's only non-stop service between Toronto and Honolulu, Hawaii, on Wednesday (Dec. 10). The seasonal service operates twice weekly on a Boeing 767-300 aircraft with 280 seats offering three choices of seating comfort. Customers on the inaugural flight were treated to a ribbon cutting ceremony before departing, gift bags and a host of onboard treats and celebratory...