The Canadian government today announced an expanded agreement between Canada and India that will allow designated airlines to operate an unlimited number of flights between the two countries. The previous agreement limited each country to 35 flights per week. This significant move will allow airlines of Canada and India to better respond to the needs of the Canada-India air transport market. The new rights under the expanded agreement are available for use by airlines immediately. “The expanded air transport agreement between Canada and India is a positive development for air transport relations between our countries,” said Canadian Transport Minister Omar Read more
One of the best settings in Hawaii. A sensational sunset ceremony. And a major anniversary. The 23-acre Sheraton Maui Resort & Spa was one of the first resorts on West Maui, and has evolved into one of the top hotels in the state. This year marks its 60th anniversary, the property having opened Jan. 23, 1963. The hotel completed a multimillion-dollar renovation of its lobby in 2020. Guests now enjoy a new lobby bar and café, lounge, and reception area in an open-air setting that brings the ocean air and outdoors in with an expansive lanai and viewing deck, offering Read more
More than 700 trips on sale from G Adventures. Cruise deals from Holland America Line and Cunard. And discounted trips to the Caribbean island of Grenada. It’s November, and that means Black Friday and Cyber Monday deals are at hand for great travel experiences around the world. G ADVENTURES CYBER SALE G Adventures is bringing back its Cyber Sale for 2022, and this time it’s bigger than ever, with more than 700 trips on sale, including Antarctica. Running through November 30, 2022, G Adventures’ Cyber Sale offers up to 30 per cent off select trips when travelling by April 30, Read more
Hurricane Nicole has moved out of The Islands Of The Bahamas and an all clear has been issued for the entire Northwest Bahamas. Effective at 5 a.m. today (Thursday, November 10), hurricane warnings for Grand Bahama, Abaco and The Berry Islands, as well as the tropical storm warning for Bimini, had all been discontinued. Officials said several airports reopened as of 8 a.m. on November 10: * Andros: San Andros Airport (SAQ) (MYAN) * The Berry Islands: Great Harbour Cay Airport (GHC) (MYBG) * Eleuthera: Rock Sound Airport (RSD) (MYER) * Eleuthera: Governor’s Harbour Airport (GHB) (MYEM) * Eleuthera: North Read more
Passenger traffic at Canada’s busiest airport grew almost four-fold in the first nine months of this year. The Greater Toronto Airports Authority (“GTAA”) today reported its financial and operating results for the three and nine months that ended September 30, 2022. Passenger activity increased by 6.5 million or 135.1 per cent to 11.2 million during the third quarter of 2022 compared to the same period in 2021. For the first nine months of this year, passenger activity rose from 6.8 million (2021) to 25.7 million (2022). That’s an increase of just under 274%, which helps explain all the gnashing of Read more
Considering a winter break but need to stay on a budget? You’re not alone. A recent independent survey of Canadian travellers commissioned by Marriott Bonvoy revealed that 68% of Canadians are planning a vacation by the end of the year, but more than 75% plan to do so on a budget. Laura Pallotta, regional vice president of sales & distribution, Canada, Marriott International, has offered five simple tips on how to save this season. 1. Book direct – Shop around all you like, but often, booking directly with the property can net you major savings. You not only save on Read more
Just weeks after Hurricane Ian lashed the Gulf Coast of Florida, Tropical Storm Nicole is battering the Atlantic Coast. Heavy winds and massive waves pounded the coast north of Fort Lauderdale today, forcing evacuations and temporarily shutting down Walt Disney World in Orlando. WESH News in Florida said Disney parks closed Wednesday at 5 p.m. and will remain closed until at least noon today (Thursday, Nov. 10). CNN said Universal Orlando Resort also closed Wednesday afternoon. Orlando International Airport was closed as of late Wednesday afternoon, as was Melbourne International. CNN said Palm Beach International Airport and Daytona Beach International Read more