Canada’s tourism taxes, visa policies and cuts to key national marketing budgets are inhibiting its Travel and Tourism growth. That was the message from David Scowsill, president and CEO of The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC), as the organization unveiled its Annual Economic Impact 2014 Canada Report last month. WTTC’s report shows that Canada […]
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Transat to offer Bistro-style menu on its southern routes
Effective June 1, 2014, Air Transat will offer a new Bistro menu on flights to Sun destinations and the United States. Passengers in Economy will be able to personalize their onboard meal with a variety of pizzas, sandwiches and appetizers. Air Transat says this selection of bistro-style meals will be sold at affordable prices. A […]

Concorde MSN1 at its new home
One of the first Concorde jetliners built at Toulouse, France has made its final voyage with the aircraft’s ground transfer to the Airbus-supported Aeroscopia museum site at Toulouse-Blagnac Airport. Designated MSN1, this Concorde made its last flight in April 1985, returning to Toulouse after a career that included a full range of test and development […]
Complimentary cell phone parking now available at YVR
Drivers who visit YVR to pick up travellers can now enjoy 30 minutes of complimentary parking. Drivers simply follow the road signs to the Cell Phone Waiting Area and park until they receive the “I’m ready” text or phone call from their incoming traveller. Once alerted, drivers can then proceed to the Arrivals curb to […]

New Goodyear blimp’s first flight
The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company’s newest blimp took to the skies on Monday March 17, 2014, for its maiden flight. Aided by a tail wind, the blimp’s speed on its maiden flight eclipsed 128 kilometres per hour. The test flight was part of a comprehensive training program Goodyear pilots and crew will undergo over […]








