Canada Day is right around the corner and Expedia data is showing it to be the busiest travel weekend of the summer. Domestically, Toronto (32%), Vancouver (23%), Montréal (25%), Calgary (24%), and Edmonton (17%) are the most sought-after destinations for Canadians, and are also seeing double digit increases, up from Canada Day 2023. For international travel, New York came in as the top city overall (31%), but Cancun and Las Vegas prove to be the fastest growing with increases of 112% and 61% respectively. Canadians looking to celebrate the holiday abroad are also jet-setting to Rome (22%), Athens (25%), Los Read more
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A new report from the highly respected Resonance Consultancy group and Ipsos gives New York City the nod as best city in the United States. Chicago came second, with Los Angeles placing third. San Francisco was number six, making California the only state with two cities in the top 10. San Diego just missed coming 11th, while San Jose was 26th and Sacramento 47th. Four other California cities were in the 90-100 range. New York City was ranked first for livability, lovability and prosperity, as well as first for shopping and sights/landmarks. Here’s some of what the group had to Read more
Air Canada has been recognized with the most awards of any Canadian airline at the 2024 Skytrax World Airline Awards. Canada’s biggest airline won for the world’s Best Business Class Airline Lounge Catering and also the Best Cabin Crew in Canada. The carrier was also named the Most Family Friendly Airline in North America, Best Premium Economy Class Onboard Catering in North America, and Cleanest Airline in North America. Overall, Air Canada placed higher than any Canadian airlines, coming second in the North American airline ratings. It also came in at 29th in the world ratings, up substantially from number Read more
Think outside the proverbial gift box this Father’s Day and share with dear old dad an experience not soon forgotten. Giving the gift of an experience gives dad something they cherish — quality time with family. And you don’t have to worry about it being the proper fit or the right colour. “City Cruises in Canada has three amazing and unique cruise experiences in Ontario to share this Father’s Day,” says Mory DiMaurizio, Chief Operating Officer of City Cruises Canada. “From the rush of Niagara Falls to the tranquility of the 1000 Islands to the full dining experience along the Read more
Air Canada has renewed its partnership with the Canadian Olympic and Paralympic Committees until 2030. It also has unveiled a special new Boeing 777 with special decorations and Go Canada Go message. Air Canada will transport more than 1,000 Team Canada athletes and delegation members to the upcoming Games, showcasing the airline’s ongoing commitment to connecting the best of Canada with the world. The new agreement extends through the 2030 Winter Games, including Paris 2024, Cortina d’Ampezzo-Milan for the 2026 Winter Games and the 2028 Summer Games in Los Angeles, and also the 2030 Winter Olympics. Air Canada has been the Official Airline Read more
