January 31, 2014 marked the start of the Lunar New Year and festivities throughout YVR welcomed the Year of the Horse. Following a traditional welcome ceremony, YVR’s Lunar New Year celebrations kicked off with a Lion Dance in front of the Haida Gawaii, Spirit of the Jade Canoe sculpture. To the delight of spectators, the […]
Fun facts about the Winter Olympics
Test your knowledge about the Winter Olympics and learn some fun facts to impress your friends and family. Is this the first time Russia is hosting the Winter Games? The 2014 Sochi Olympic Winter Games will be the first time that the Russian Federation has hosted the Winter Games. The Soviet Union hosted the 1980 […]
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Federal government plans for Canada’s future in space
Building on the success of astronaut Chris Hadfield, who became the first ever Canadian to take command of the International Space Station (ISS), the Canadian Government has unveiled a framework designed to serve as a guide for Canada’s strategic activities and future in space. The framework, which also aims to provide inspiration for a future […]
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Groupon expands travel offerings
Last month, Groupon announced an expansion of its Groupon Getawaysmarketplace with the addition of approximately 20,000 new hotels in all of the most popular destinations around the world. With the addition of these new properties to Groupon Getaways’ already popular up-to-60-per cent-off Flash Deals, travellers can now find a hotel through Groupon for every […]
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English capital breaks record for tourist visits
Hosting the 2012 Summer Olympics has given London a massive boost on the world stage, with huge numbers of international visitors flocking to the city. Figures released last month by the Office for National Statistics (ONS) show that a record 4.9-million people visited the city between July-September 2013. For the first nine months of […]
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APEX/CEA tackles new policies on in-flight consumer electronics
Rarely is the topic of portable devices on planes the focus of as much public attention as right now—making front-page national news and changing the way we look at our portable electronic and smartphone capabilities and the passenger experience overall. The Airline Passenger Experience Association (APEX), in conjunction with the Consumer Electronics Association (CEA), is […]
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Production of Bombardier Q400 aircraft to launch in Russia in 2015
The serial production of Canadian manufacturer Bombardier’s Q400 aircraft will be launched in Russia in 2015. The decision by Bombardier and Russian purchaser, Russian Technologies State Corporation (Rostec) to launch the production in Russia was made as a result of the increased cost—30 per cent—the aircraft would assume as a result of import taxes. According […]
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Raptors used to patrol YVR’s runways
Thanks to its coastal location and flat terrain, Sea Island is an ideal spot for an airport. It is also an ideal spot for bird species, including flocks of migratory birds that regularly stop over. The proximity of feathered birds to metal birds poses a serious risk to aviation safety. To combat potential […]
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Record year at YVR, with another en route
The final numbers are in for 2013 and they show a record year for passenger travel at YVR. Canada’s second-largest airport, YVR, welcomed 17.97-million passengers last year, 2.1 per cent more than in 2012. For those inclined to round up, that’s practically 18 million, but not quite. In fact, that’s one very busy […]
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YVR receives Bike Friendly Business Award
YVR was recently recognized for its outstanding commitment to commuter cycling at HUB’s first annual Bike Friendly Business Awards ceremony and reception. HUB (formerly the Vancouver Area Cycling Coalition) is a charitable organization, established in 1998 to address cycling issues in Metro Vancouver. As a community-based organization, YVR has proudly supported and participated […]
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Construction begins on Sea Island designer outlet
British Columbia’s first luxury designer outlet centre is set to open in the spring of 2015, with construction now underway at the 30-acre site on YVR land. McArthurGlen Designer Outlet Vancouver Airport—a partnership between Vancouver Airport Authority and McArthurGlen Group, Europe’s leading owner, developer and manager of designer outlets—will offer 35,000 square metres of luxury, […]
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