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Air Canada today announced the expansion of its award-winning in-flight entertainment with the addition of exclusive Apple TV+ original programming beginning Aug. 1, 2023. The partnership marks Air Canada’s latest investment in the customer experience, adding critically acclaimed original programs including Ted Lasso, Bad Sisters, Severance, Foundation and many more for its global customers. New and existing AppleTV+ subscribers will get 2 free months as a result of this new partnership. “At Air Canada, we know that in-flight entertainment is an important part of our customers’ travel journey, particularly on long-haul flights. We continually evaluate opportunities to expand our entertainment Read more

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Tahiti Tourisme is excited to announce the launch of the destination’s global Treasure Every Moment campaign. With a series of cinematic videos translated into six languages, the campaign takes viewers on a dazzling and immersive visit to The Islands of Tahiti, showcasing the destination’s local life, sustainability, an incredible range of activities, and diverse landscapes. The Treasure Every Moment campaign will introduce viewers to a side of The Islands of Tahiti that many haven’t seen, beyond the overwater bungalows of Bora Bora and into the heart of the destination. Whilst romance, exceptional hotels, and crystal clear waters remain in abundance Read more

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I don’t always agree with magazines that publish top destination lists. Sometimes they seem rather contrived, as if they’re trying to show off. But the latest one from Conde Nast Traveler hits the mark pretty well. The magazine asked travel experts to name the top island getaway places in the world, and they listed a half-dozen of my personal faves. Vancouver Island was cited for whale watching and other activities. “There’s far more to Vancouver Island than Victoria. One of my favorite places on the island is Tofino, a small town on the far west coast about halfway up the island Read more

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Air Tahiti Nui, the most immersive in-flight travel experience and flagship carrier of French Polynesia, is offering two can’t miss buy-one-get-one-half-off fare deals just in time for the month of love. When booked now through February 17, 2023, couples can experience one of two ultra-romantic getaways while soaking in major savings. For a romantic island getaway to The Islands of Tahiti, couples who book a flight from Los Angeles (LAX) to Tahiti (PPT) in the airline’s Moana Premium Class get the second flight automatically at 50% off. Sweethearts can laze away on the white-sand beaches, feel the heartbeat of local Read more

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For years now, I’ve posted travel blogs that point out what other websites suggest for places to visit the following year. This time, I’m happy to mention a few of the major travel publications, but I’m also providing my OWN list of places I think travellers should explore. Without further ado, here are my Jim Byers Travel suggestions for cool places to check out in 2023. I’ve listed ten, with a bonus pick at no extra charge. WESTERN AUSTRALIA I visited in May of this year, and it was one of the best trips of my life. Perth was a Read more

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