Tag: Airlines

Air Canada: No More Carry-on for Basic Fare from January 3 2025

Basic fare travelers must check large carry-on bags for $35-$65 fees starting January 3, 2025 Seat change fees apply to Basic fare passengers...

Lufthansa Allegris Seat Reservations Now Available for Spring 2025

New Allegris premium cabins launch March 2025 on Munich routes to Shanghai, San Francisco, and Chicago. Business Class Suite offers sliding doors and...

YVR Launches Digital ID Boarding for Air Canada Domestic Flights

Digital identification system launches December 3, 2024, streamlining domestic flight boarding at Vancouver International Airport. Optional program requires no physical documents, using camera...

Star Alliance Wins World’s Leading Airline Alliance for Fifth Year

Canadian travelers gain access to award-winning network connecting 1,150 airports through Air Canada membership Star Alliance's LAX lounge offers premium transit experience for...

Air Canada Pilots Strike Looming: What to Know if You’re Flying Soon

Air Canada offers free flight changes for eligible September travelers amid pilot negotiations. All flights are operating as scheduled; no disruptions expected until...

From Cancelled Flights to Compensation: Tips to Navigate Air Travel Chaos

The July 2024 IT outage highlights the importance of travel disruption preparedness for Canadian passengers. Booking directly with airlines and understanding passenger rights...

Global IT Failure Tests Canadian Aviation, Lessons Learned

Canadian airports saw significant disruptions from a global IT outage in July 2024. Air Canada's on-time performance dropped to 65.52% due to widespread...

North American Airlines Hit Hard by Global IT Outage, Cirium Data Shows

July 2024 IT outage led to 5,000+ flight cancellations, with North America hit hardest. Delta Air Lines cancelled nearly 6,500 flights, bearing the...

Air Canada Resumes Ottawa-London Flights, Connecting Canada’s Capital to Europe

Air Canada resumes Ottawa-London Heathrow non-stop flights on March 31, 2025, with four weekly departures. The service offers convenient connections to over 30...

Air Canada Offers Complimentary Snacks, Beer & Wine on All Flights

Air Canada offers complimentary premium snacks on all flights. Free beer and wine available on domestic and U.S. routes. Largest alcoholic beverage menu...

Porter, Air Transat Unveil Joint Venture: What it Means for Your Travel

Air Transat and Porter Airlines offer expanded booking options and destinations through a new joint venture. Canadian travelers gain access to more U.S....

WestJet Launches UltraBasic Fare, Lowest-Priced Option Yet

UltraBasic offers a no-frills, lowest-priced fare with essential travel options. Guests can add checked baggage and seat selection for additional fees. Streamlined boarding...