Transat A.T. Inc. Reports Results for the Third Quarter of Fiscal 2024
Transat A.T. Inc., a leisure travel reference worldwide, operating as an air carrier under the Air Transat brand, announced today its results for the third quarter ended July 31, 2024. «Transat’s third-quarter results reflect evolving market conditions and industry-wide pressure as recently indicated by other carriers. Demand for leisure travel remains healthy, as evidenced by […]
Delta extends Corporate Priority benefits to LATAM Airlines
Delta Air Lines is expanding its Global Corporate Priority benefits program to include LATAM Airlines, further enhancing the travel experience for business customers. This initiative marks another milestone in Delta’s commitment to offering unparalleled service and benefits to corporate travelers worldwide. Since becoming the first U.S. global airline to align benefits globally for its corporate […]
Chart of the Week: The Resurgence of Premium-Class Travel
Business and first-class (premium) passengers constitute a mere 3% of all travelers, yet they play a pivotal role in airlines’ revenue streams. Premium fares, which are approximately five times higher than economy fares on average, contribute significantly – about 15% – to passenger revenue (excluding ancillary income). Both premium and economy travel exhibit seasonal patterns […]
Travel & Tourism in Latin America Could Boost Region’s Economy by US$260BN Over the Next Decade
The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC), in collaboration with VFS Global, revealed that the Latin American (LATAM) Travel & Tourism sector could add nearly US$260BN to the region’s economy and create nearly eight million new jobs over the next 10 years. According to the report, ‘Unlocking Opportunities for Travel & Tourism Growth in LATAM’, […]
KLM Global Research Finds Travelers Priorities Shifted Post Covid But Still Varies in Key Markets
As travel will be at historic levels this summer accompanied with rising costs, KLM Royal Dutch Airlines is launching its new brand platform Travel Well to promote and encourage meaningful travel to its 30.3 million passengers flying each year. KLM launched Travel Well to share the belief that travel is more than transportation. It is about making […]
Air Canada Inaugurates Motorcoach Service Linking Hamilton and Region of Waterloo Airports with Toronto Pearson
Air Canada has begun offering residents of the Hamilton-Wentworth and Waterloo Region more convenient, one-stop access to the airline’s global network and a world of travel possibilities. With today’s launch of its new motorcoach service in collaboration with The Landline Company, Air Canada is connecting the Hamilton and the Region of Waterloo airports to Toronto Pearson. Customers can now […]
International Women in Travel & Tourism Forum and Awards to return in June
The International Women in Travel & Tourism Forum (IWTTF) and Awards will return on June 26-27 this year. The event promises lively discussions, thought-provoking debate and celebrations of the best in diversity, equity and inclusion within the travel, tourism and hospitality sector. Since its inception in 2019, IWTTF has provided an international and inclusive platform […]
Air Canada Reports Strong Operational Performance for the Holiday Travel Period
Air Canada today reported a strong operational performance for the year-end holiday travel period, during which nearly 2.6 million customers were transported safely. The airline achieved some of its best operational results in a decade, including completing 98 per cent of scheduled flights, with an on-time performance of 70 per cent. «We thank our customers […]
IATA Rolls Out New Timatic Product to Support Contactless Travel
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has rolled out the next generation travel documentation and verification system which supports contactless travel and enhances the passenger experience. To achieve this, Timatic has undergone a complete redesign, setting a new benchmark in travel compliance solutions. Building on the success of its predecessor, Timatic AutoCheck offers a streamlined and interactive experience enabling […]
Air Canada Customers Can Now Track their Baggage and Mobility Aids while Travelling in Canada
Air Canada introduced a new feature to the Air Canada mobile app to enable customers traveling within Canada to track the progress of their baggage and mobility aid in real time at key points as it moves with them throughout their journey. The new tracking feature is designed to provide travellers with added confidence and […]
