Airlines
LOT introduces two-day Dreamliner sale
In celebration of the delivery of its first Dreamliner, LOT Polish Airlines has announced a two- day sale dubbed "Crazy Days"on Nov. 14 and 15 in conjunction with the inauguration of the aircraft on flights from Toronto, Chicago, and New York. Crazy Days fares are valid for purchase on LOT's Dreamliner flights, which depart next year beginning Jan. 16 from Chicago, Feb. 1 from Toronto and Feb. 3 from New York City. All travel must be completed by May 31. A minimum Saturday night stay is required. Sample prices include Toronto-Warsaw from $769 (including taxes and fees). These special "Crazy...
Win round trip tickets with Qatar Airways
Don't miss you chance to win two roundtrip tickets anywhere Qatar Airways flies. Qatar Airways is the only five-star airline providing daily flights from Montreal to Doha. From Doha, passengers can connect seamlessly to a network of more than 100 destinations across the Middle East, India, Pakistan, Southeast Asia, and worldwide. For your chance to win, just submit your roundtrip ticket sales on Qatar Airways, originating in Montreal, from Oct. 15 through Nov. 30 to http://promo.baxter.net/contest/Qatar.asp . The contest closes Nov. 30. Open to Canadian travel agents who are authorized Qatar...
EU stops the clock on ETS
IATA is welcoming the news that the European Commissioner for Climate Action is suspending the inclusion of international aviation in the European Union Emissions Trading Scheme (EU ETS). Tony Tyler, director general and CEO of IATA, said: "Commissioner Connie Hedegaard's announcement that she has 'stopped the clock' on the imposition of the EU ETS on flights to and from non-EU countries represents a significant step in the right direction and creates an opportunity for the international community." Tyler continued: "The commission's pragmatic decision clearly recognizes the progress that has...
A new star to fly over Hollywood
Lufthansa has taken delivery of its fourth Boeing 747-8 Intercontinental. Before the new "Queen of the Skies"with the registration D-ABYF enters scheduled service, final adjustments will be made to the aircraft at its home base in Frankfurt. Beginning Dec. 10, the new "jumbo"will fly daily from Frankfurt to Los Angeles. On this route to California the Boeing 747-8 Intercontinental will be configured to seat 388 passengers: eight in First Class, 80 in Business Class and 298 in Economy Class. On board the aircraft, passengers will have a chance to enjoy the features of Lufthansa's new Business...
Air New Zealand taking agents to Middle-Earth
Air New Zealand, the airline of Middle-earth and official travel partner for the highly anticipated movie The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey, is offering two agents a chance to win a trip for two to the film's North America premiere in New York on Dec. 6. The airline is offering this "money can't buy opportunity"to inspire agents across North America about destination New Zealand -- the real home of Middle-Earth. The Hobbit trilogy was filmed at a number of spectacular locations around New Zealand and it is widely expected to increase tourism to the island nation. For a chance to win, agents...
New flights to Manzanillo from YYC
WestJet has launched non-stop seasonal services to Manzanillo, Mexico - the airline's 80th destination, and seventh in Mexico. WestJet will fly between Calgary and Manzanillo weekly on Fridays, with Calgary departures at 10:05 a.m., arriving at 3:03 p.m. It will return from Manzanillo at 3:50 p.m. "Manzanillo is truly the Pearl of the Pacific, featuring stunning beaches and magnificent blue lagoons,"said Peter Tong, WestJet director of schedule and network planning. WestJet Vacations is offering vacation packages to Manzanillo, with all hotels featuring beachfront views and many with...
WestJet changes terminal at Cabo
WestJet has changed terminals at Cabo San Lucas airport. The airline now flies out of Terminal...
Etihad increases Coral Economy baggage allowance
Etihad Airways has increased its complimentary baggage allowance for Coral Economy class guests to 30 kg (although the new policy does not apply to flights to/from Canada or the US where baggage policies are regulated on a per-piece basis). Members of the Etihad Guest program also receive additional allowances. For example, an Etihad Guest Elite member travelling in Economy will now be able to check as much as 50 kilos of baggage on a complimentary basis. The new guidelines will also allow for complimentary carriage of some sporting equipment. In addition to the standard checked baggage...