TORONTO — As WestJet’s pushback against a $1,000 refund order works its way through the Federal Court of Appeal, one consumer rights advocate is calling for change, especially when it comes to empowering the Canadian Transportation Agency (CTA). Earlier this month WestJet filed a motion in the Federal Court of […]
Day: August 31, 2022
TORONTO — Unique Vacations Canada has announced a bonus edition of ‘Sandals Resorts … in 10 Minutes’. The live, 10-minute virtual training event will feature the all-new Sandals Dunn’s River, scheduled to open in May 2023. The bonus edition of the 10-minute session – in both English and French – […]
LAS VEGAS — Independent travel advisor Sheila Gallant-Halloran, owner of Lush Life Travel (an affiliate of Vision), has won a prestigious 2022 Virtuoso Luminaries, Legends, and Leaders Award. Receiving her award in the Wellness category during Virtuoso Travel Week in Las Vegas earlier this month, Ottawa-based Gallant-Halloran said she was honoured to […]
MIAMI — Royal Caribbean Group has announced its plan to implement SpaceX’s Starlink, making the group the first in the cruise industry to adopt its high-speed, low-latency connectivity for a better onboard experience. The broadband internet service, developed by SpaceX’s billionaire founder Elon Musk and his team, will be installed […]
ST. JOHN’S, Antigua — Travellers to Antigua and Barbuda will find it’s easier than ever to visit the islands, now that eased protocols have come into effect. The updated protocols are as follows… All COVID-l9 restrictions have been lifted for arriving passengers by air. COVID-19 restrictions have also been lifted […]
MONACO — Silversea Cruises has announced new COVID-19 testing and vaccination policies. Starting Sept. 5, 2022, Silversea will welcome all travellers on board its ships regardless of vaccination status where local regulations allow. The luxury cruise line says its adjusted COVID-19 protocols align closely with many land-based travel options. Silversea […]
CALGARY — Swoop has announced seasonal, nonstop service between Toronto and Varadero starting Jan. 11, 2023. “We’re thrilled to be announcing an expansion in the Caribbean, adding Varadero to our growing list of vacation destinations,” said Tia McGrath, Swoop’s Leader, Distribution and Sales. “Cuba tops the list for Ontarians seeking […]