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Get On Board with WestJet Agent Direct
WestJet has announced that its travel agent booking platform, WestJet Agent Direct, is now available for new users to register and start booking. Designed exclusively for travel agents, WestJet Agent Direct provides another option for booking WestJet in an easy-to-use platform. Initially available earlier this year for existing users of the airline’s previous tool, WestJet Agent, the booking channel includes enhanced features to better support travel agencies including the ability to self-serve changes or cancellations. Amanda Ierfino, Director of Sales at WestJet, said that:...
Air Canada takes off from YVR with comprehensive transborder summer 2025 schedule
Air Canada is taking off with its most comprehensive transborder schedule from its Vancouver (YVR) hub for the summer of 2025. The carrier will operate three new transborder routes to Tampa, Raleigh and Nashville, plus more capacity to Austin, Denver and Miami – providing more options for have travellers on both sides of the border. Together with its partner United Airlines, Air Canada will offer up to 7,700 seats on 58 daily non-stop flights to 21 US destinations next summer, representing an 11% increase in seat capacity from summer 2024. All flights are now available for...
Turkish Airlines makes its debut in Sydney
Turkish Airlines has launched its longest flight with the addition of Sydney flights. The flag carrier landed on Sydney soil for the first time on Nov. 29, marking a milestone as it expands to its second destination in Australia, reaching 351 destinations across six continents within its global network. Flights between Istanbul and Sydney will be operated with the airline’s new Airbus A350-900 aircraft which is designed for long haul comfort with 32 flatbed seats in business class, and 297 recliners for economy travellers. Set to be operated four times a week via Kuala Lumpur,...
Porter launches new route from Montreal to Fort Myers
Porter recently launched a new seasonal route between Montréal-Trudeau International Airport (YUL) and Southwest Florida International Airport (RSW) in Fort Myers. The airline is the only operator to offer non-stop service between the two airports, providing travellers with a seamless connection to Southwest Florida. About the route Service between Montréal and Fort Myers begins today with up to four weekly departures. The flight schedules are as follows: Route Departure Arrival Days of operations Montréal - Fort Myers 3:55...
Airfare prices are going up in 2025, survey says
Airfares are forecast to see modest increases across most regions globally in 2025 as airline capacity continues to rise, according to American Express Global Business Travel’s (Amex GBT) latest Air Monitor 2025. The report anticipates that, after a period of sharp fluctuations, airfare prices are starting to stabilize globally, marking a shift from the more volatile pricing patterns of previous years. However, despite these stabilizations, the underlying cost of air travel is likely to remain high. Amex GBT identified several key factors influencing airfare pricing, including the...
WestJet introduces new route from Newfoundland to Dublin
WestJet is reestablishing a direct connection between Newfoundland and Ireland with a new non-stop St. John’s-Dublin route for summer 2025. This long-anticipated route offers travelers from Newfoundland and Labrador a seamless gateway to the Emerald Isle, highlighting the strong historical and cultural ties shared between the two regions. Sandra Moffatt, director, Canada for Tourism Ireland highlighted the strong demand for direct flights to Ireland from the Canada’s east coast stating, “This development offers Canadian travellers a seamless and efficient journey to Ireland, with...
Air Transat just announced its summer 2025 flight schedule
Air Transat has announced its summer 2025 flight schedule, featuring an exclusive new route: Montreal - Valencia. With this new addition, Air Transat consolidates its presence in Spain, adding a fourth destination after Barcelona, Madrid and Malaga. “The addition of Valencia to our summer program, an exclusive non-stop route from the Americas, demonstrates our expertise in offering unique and diversified travel options,” said Sebastian Ponce, Transat's Chief Revenue Officer. “This destination completes the enhancement of our transatlantic, South and Florida network, as well as...
WestJet adds flights from Calgary to Loreto, Baja California Sur
West Coast Canadians will now have an easier time to discover the unique charm of Loreto Baja California Sur. WestJet is now offering weekly nonstop seasonal service from Calgary International Airport (YYC) to Loreto International Airport (LTO) as of Nov. 1, 2024. Running until April 25, 2025, the weekly nonstop flight will operate every Friday and is scheduled to depart Calgary International Airport at 10:25 a.m. local time and arrive in Loreto by 1:36 p.m. local time. The returning flight will depart Loreto at 2:35 p.m. local time and arrive back in Calgary at 7:52 p.m. local...