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On The Road With Sunwing
Sunwing Airlines has taken the keys, so to speak, of its newest acquisition with the delivery of its first Boeing 737 MAX 8 aircraft. The aircraft - which will be flown from Seattle to Toronto later today (Friday) - is the first of four new Boeing 737 MAX 8 aircraft acquired by the company as part of a lease agreement concluded with Air Lease Corporation in late 2014. An official signing over ceremony (pictured) was held last night in Seattle. The $350 million deal also included the acquisition of two further Boeing 737-800 aircraft. The second Boeing 737 MAX 8 aircraft will be...
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Transat A. T. Inc. has been recognized as Canada’s 12th most attractive employer brand in the annual Randstad Employer Brand Research (REBR) survey. The survey asks employees and job-seekers aged 18 to 65 which companies they would prefer to work for. “We are very happy to be named among the 15 top employer brands in Canada,” said Christophe Hennebelle, vice-president, Human Resources and Corporate Affairs, Transat. “Our positive image as an employer is conveyed by our impassioned employees, who are enthusiastic about the company because we ascribe such importance to their...
TravelBrands Cruises Offers Prepaid Gratuities
Through May 29, TravelBrands Cruises, by Encore Cruises, is offering travellers free prepaid gratuities on upcoming sailings with all of its cruise partners. The exclusive promotion is applicable on sailings between July 1 and Aug. 31 for bookings in a balcony stateroom or above. The bookings can be with any of TravelBrands’ cruise line partners. The free prepaid gratuities are applicable to first and second passengers in the stateroom only. Travellers are expected to save over $35 per stateroom per day with this offer. Passengers will be given the prepaid gratuity in the form of...
Goway Adds Guesthouse Accommodations in Tahiti
Goway Travel has added guesthouse and lodge accommodations in the Islands of Tahiti. According to officials, many of the lodges are family run and located in tranquil locations, providing authentic, personalized, and relaxing experiences. All of Goway’s lodges and guesthouses include private rooms with private bathroom facilities, but not all offer air conditioning. Goway is offering the Vanira Lodge, which caters to just nine guests, and is located on Tahiti Iti. This lodge has three unique styles of fare (bungalows), offers guests a swimming pool and yoga classes, and is located...
Insight Continues 40th Anniversary Celebration
Insight Vacations is continuing its 40th anniversary celebration with special anniversary pricing on 2018-19 European autumn, winter and spring premium journeys. According to Insight, travelling during the quieter season comes with extra perks including fewer crowds and more opportunities to connect with local people. And, travellers can get an even better value than before, with select trips qualifying for special anniversary pricing. They can also book early and save up to 7.5% on select departures with Insight's Early Payment Discount. “We are pleased to support our loyal...
Treading Lightly
The recent decision to halt tourism for six months on the island of Boracay, which the Head of State of the Philippines dubbed a “cesspool,” has reignited warning bells about the potential pitfalls of over tourism, writes assistant editor, Ann Ruppenstein in this week's digital edition of Canadian Travel Press. With tourism being the livelihood for many people and economies around the globe, for Trafalgar's Global CEO, Gavin Tollman, the situation is not only a worst-case scenario, but a stark warning for just how bad things can get if no action is taken. “We’ve got to be...
Sunwing Offering Kids Stay Free Deals
Sunwing is offering special savings on a range of all-inclusive vacation packages to resorts across the Caribbean, Mexico and Central America through May 25. Depending on the resort, families can make their summer travel budget go even further with “Kids Stay, Play and Eat FREE” deals, special teen pricing, rooms that sleep families of five and more. The promotion includes the all new Royalton Bavaro Resort and Spa in Punta Cana, Dominican Republic, as well as Jewel Runaway Bay Beach and Golf Resort in Montego Bay, Jamaica, and the Family Club at Grand Riviera Princess All...
Goway Releases 2018 Asia Brochure
Goway has released its 2018 Asia brochure, inspired by the Asia Goway team, experts when it comes to tailoring the perfect experience, whether it’s walking the Great Wall, cruising Halong Bay, or getting caught up in the colour and chaos of India’s vibrant cities. The new brochure features more than 230 independent and escorted touring ideas, including relaxing beach getaways, “Stays of Distinction” for discerning travellers and Goway's Holidays of a Lifetime. Along with India and China, adventure seekers are invited to discover Bhutan, the last Shangri-La, culture-rich Sri...