Press Release Air Canada announced that it will operate its seasonal service between Toronto and Honolulu next winter with its state-of-the-art Boeing 787 Dreamliner. Customers travelling between Toronto and Hawaii will have the option to fly in Air Canada’s Signature cabin, featuring fully lie-flat suites, meals prepared by celebrated Canadian chef David Hawksworth and other amenities. “Air Canada is pleased to offer customers travelling between Toronto and Hawaii the added comfort of service aboard our state-of-the-art Boeing 787 Dreamliner. Air Canada is the only airline flying non-stop from Eastern Canada to Hawaii and the superior comfort of the Dreamliner, featuring Air Canada…
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Southern hospitality in WestJet’s sights
Press Release WestJet became the only airline connecting Calgarians non-stop to Atlanta, Ga., when its inaugural flight between Calgary International Airport (YYC) and Hartsfield—Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) departed at 9:55 a.m. local time. Atlanta is the 65th destination WestJet serves nonstop from Calgary. WestJet already serves more destinations with more nonstop flights from Calgary than any other airline. “Today’s flight between Calgary and Atlanta marks another significant milestone in WestJet’s continued investment into Alberta while supporting strong business and tourism ties,” said Arved von zur Muehlen, WestJet’s chief commercial officer. “We are thrilled to offer…
Tremblant receives new $14.1 million investment
Press Release A new $14.1 million investment was announced earlier today to refresh Tremblant’s guest and sports experience, with $10.3 million being directed on-mountain and $3.8 million on a major Aquaclub La Source makeover. As part of a five-year investment plan announced in March 2018, Alterra Mountain Company has invested $17 million toward the current slide season’s on-mountain upgrades, from a global $555 million investment in its family of emblematic destinations. Today’s announcement also includes $1,684,600 received in August 2018 by Station Mont Tremblant from the Québec government, within the context of its Tourism Development…
Eighth Annual Meetings Industry Euchre Tournament
The Planning Committee of the Meetings Industry Euchre Tournament is excited to announce the launch of the 8th Annual Tournament on May 2nd, 2019. MIET continues to be an all-inclusive, industry-wide event, powered by CanSPEP (the Canadian Society of Professional Event Planners) and supported by leading industry associations. The tournament provides an opportunity for meeting industry professionals to connect in a unique and fun way with a proven history of successfully attracting a 1:1 ratio of planners to suppliers. The…
Air Canada renews partnership with American Express for new loyalty program
Press Release Air Canada and American Express today announced that they have concluded agreements for a renewed and expanded partnership that will enable the financial services company to participate in Air Canada’s new loyalty program launching in 2020. The 10-year agreements cover the creation of new co-branded payment cards, participation in the American Express Membership Rewards program, and expanded commercial cooperation between the two companies. “We’re excited to renew Air Canada’s long-standing relationship with American Express and reaffirm our position…
Fairmont Royal York announces major renovation for 90th anniversary
Press Release This year, Fairmont Royal York, one of Canada’s most cherished landmarks, will celebrate its 90th anniversary and reveal a transformation like never before. In the final and most exciting phase of a multi-year renovation, the new look will feature reimagined dining venues, contemporary event and meeting spaces as well as a completely redefined Fairmont Gold, presenting the finest luxury hotel offerings and services in the city. The grand renovation will be completed summer 2019, in time for the…
Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts receives record number of Forbes Travel Guide Five-Star Awards
Press Release Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts, the world’s leading luxury hospitality company, has been awarded 36 Five-Star ratings by Forbes Travel Guide, the highest honour from the guide. Once again, Four Seasons has received the most Five-Star ratings awarded to a hotel brand in a single year in the list’s 61-year history. “While each Four Seasons hotel or resort is unique to its locale and character, the common thread that unites each of our properties around the world is the unscripted,…
Best Western Hotels & Resorts acquires WorldHotels
Press Release Best Western Hotels & Resorts announced today it has acquired renowned global hotel brand WorldHotels, representing a collection of approximately 300 unique and special hotels and resorts in premier destinations around the world. “There is tremendous synergy between Best Western and WorldHotels. By joining forces in this new partnership, we will create competitive advantages for both companies,” said David Kong, President and CEO of Best Western Hotels & Resorts. “I have the utmost respect for WorldHotels and believe in…
Air Canada deploys more Q400 Aircraft to Western Canada
Press Release Air Canada announced it will boost capacity on regional routes across Western Canada this spring as it deploys more state-of-the-art Bombardier Q-400 Next Gen aircraft. The changes are part of an ongoing transformation of Air Canada Express that will result in enhanced services for customers. “Air Canada is strategically enhancing the flying experience and increasing capacity this summer on key regional routes in Western Canada. The ultra-quiet, comfortable, fuel efficient and faster Q-400 aircraft will be well-received by our customers and is…
Air Canada enhances service on Eastern Canadian regional routes
Press Release Air Canada announced strategic changes to Eastern Canada including upgrading Air Canada Express regional aircraft to larger Air Canada Rouge aircraft with in-flight amenities on regional routes, including Toronto to Fredericton, Moncton and Thunder Bay, and from Montreal to St. John’s. “Air Canada is upgrading key Eastern Canada routes currently operated with all-economy regional aircraft by deploying larger Air Canada Rouge jets which offer a choice of two cabins, wi-fi and in-flight entertainment streamed to personal devices,” said Mark Galardo, Vice President, Network Planning at Air Canada. “We are pleased to add more travel options…
