September 2024 Air Canada Update

As your Travel Management Partner and in support of the current status relating to Air Canada’s potential pilot strike, we wanted to provide a further follow
up. More on this is also in the link below with Article sent via ACTA.

Air Canada as the country’s major airline the likelihood of a potential strike is quite significant affecting 1000+ flights and over 100,000 or more travellers per day.  

The Government of Canada at this stage shared it will not mandate pilots to avoid striking.  Elections are fast approaching and unfortunately there is also the political side that is affecting how this situation will unfold.

As we get closer to deadline date of September 17th it will be more difficult to make any changes to any existing reservations. Other carriers are already seeing increasing loads and space is becoming more and more limited.

As shared with many of your travellers during this time, Air Canada is offering a re-protection policy that includes refunding if required.
The Goodwill policy – see Link below for more details:
https://mcusercontent.com/81c12cae14a13357797fa0045/files/db4547be-acfe-db9a-d7fe-241dcd22bf25/24aug27_Goodwill_AC_Labour_Action_EN.pdf

This policy does come with parameters and re-booking windows.

• Tickets issued on or before August 27th are eligible.

• Original Travel dates between September 15 – 23 are eligible

• Eligible re-booking windows September 8-14th and September 24th to November 30th.

The Pilots Association must provide notice of strike action 72 hours prior, however this could be announced over next weekend.
TTI is committed to assisting all of our customers with their changes or refunds as needed.  It is the passengers decision to either re-protect, refund or stay the course in the event that there may not be a strike.  
We did want to share that any last minute changes in the event of a strike will then be under new rules and policy as directed by Air Canada, making the current goodwill policy no longer in effect.  

We anticipate higher than usual call volumes, longer wait times and responses to emailed requested.
As a result, TTI have alerted our Emergency After- Hours Teams that in the case of a strike clients, callers and travellers are able to contact them directly during all hours of the day including regular working hours.   

We are hopeful that decisions will be made soon, the strike will not occur and based on the recent article today from ACTA – they are still in talks.

Full article in link below:
https://mcusercontent.com/81c12cae14a13357797fa0045/files/588cbf8e-24a9-e00f-76bf-25e138b5c442/ACTA_Calls_for_ACTION_Air_Canada_Strike_Update_05September2024.pdf

Air Canada & ACTA Document in attached here.

Newsletter June 2024

Canada Border Services – Potential Strike
Unionized employees of the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) could go on strike as early as June 6 if negotiations with management slated for June 3-5 fail to produce an agreement. CBSA employees are seeking increased pay and improved benefits. According to the Customs and Immigration Union (CIU), over 96 percent of the agency's workers have voted in favor of a strike during early June; nevertheless, labour leaders have yet announced an exact date for the start of such an action.  Unless averted, the industrial action will likely cause delays clearing customs at land, air, and maritime border entry points nationwide. Since 90 percent of Canadian border agents are classified as essential personnel and, therefore, are prohibited from suspending work during labour disputes, the strike probably will not be crippling. However, significant slow-downs could still occur if CBSA officers engage in a work-to-rule action in lieu of a full walk-out.

WestJet - Fare Option To Be Aware Of

WestJet is now offering diverse fare options that come with STRINGS Attached.

 A new fare option called UltraBasic is their lowest price entry level fare.
This new airfare is a no-frills fare option with restrictions.
Here is what you can expect from an UltraBasic fare:

Not eligible for changes, cancellations, refunds or same-day changes.
No carry-on bag allowed (exceptions include; clients travelling to/from Europe or Asia, clients who purchased Extended Comfort on all flight segments, or clients with medical requirements. Clients travelling with an infant are permitted one diaper bag.)
One personal item is permitted and must fit under the seat on board the aircraft. ALL checked baggage is permitted for a fee.  Last to board (exceptions include clients who purchased Extended Comfort on all flight segments, or clients who have Silver, Gold or Platinum status with WestJet Rewards).  Pre-assigned seats at the back of the aircraft. 

 ** PLEASE NOTE – WESTJET Announced that all travel booked in this class of service for travel
 Between now and September 30th 2024 – booked by a Travel Management company will NO
 longer be in our control.  Travel Advisors will now need to contact WESTJET directly in order
 to support any changes or modifications while WestJet complete this transition. This change may incur additional hold times and longer processing time. Bookings made for travel October 1st 2024 to May 1st 2025 are not impacted at this time until further notice.

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May 2024 Newsletter

Air Canada Increases Service to Ottawa this Fall and Winter

Air Canada is boosting their schedule serving Canada’s capital, Ottawa, by almost 60% compared to 2023 with increased services and capacity, and year-round services. The schedule has now been loaded for the fall and winter season to and from Ottawa. 

Schedule improvements include: 

• Returning year-round operations to Calgary (daily) and Winnipeg (daily) 

• Increased capacity to Vancouver, Quebec City, Halifax, Fort Lauderdale, Orlando, Tampa, Cancun and Punta Cana 

• Increased Ottawa capacity with our transborder Joint Venture partner, United Airlines, including increased frequencies to Chicago, New York-Newark, Washington-Dulles, and Washington-Reagan. 

Porter Airlines is flying to Saskatchewan for the first time, with daily nonstop roundtrip service between Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ) and Saskatoon International Airport (YXE). The new service marks the airline’s presence in all 10 Canadian provinces for the first time in its history.

BermudAir Kicks Off New Canada Service Inaugural Toronto Flight   

New Flight Provides Convenient, Direct Year-Round Air Service Between Toronto and Bermuda
Hamilton, Bermuda, Friday 17th May 2024 - BermudAir, Bermuda’s flagship airline, has launched service to Canada, beginning with flights to Toronto. The inaugural flight to Pearson International Airport (YYZ) opening this latest route on BermudAir’s expanding network took place on Friday 17th May.  

BermudAir will provide direct service to Toronto three times a week: Tuesday, Friday and Sunday, with a flight time of just two and a half hours. 
BermudAir’s team celebrated the inaugural flight to Toronto with gifts and Canada-themed food and beverages for passengers on board, along with a gate celebration on arrival at YYZ. Officials from YYZ, led by Chief Commercial Officer and Interim COO Khalil Lamrabet, were also on hand in the terminal to greet the BermudAir flight and passengers. Speeches and a ribbon-cutting ceremony with Adam Scott, Khalil Lamrabet and the Hon Isabelle Ramsay-Brackstone Canada Consul General to Bermuda also formed part of the celebration.

Etihad Introduces Abu Dhabi Stopover Program

Etihad Airways has launched a complimentary stopover program, allowing travelers to book up to two complimentary nights at "a range of premier hotels" in Abu Dhabi, the carrier announced last week. Launched in conjunction with Abu Dhabi's Department of Culture and Tourism, the offer allows travelers to select a hotel when booking their flight but is available only to travelers booking direct on the carrier's website. More at:
Etihad Launches Abu Dhabi Stopover Program | Business Travel News


Essential Tips for Napping at the Airport During Extended Layovers

April 2024 News Update

Effective immediately, the U.S. government no longer requires COVID-19 testing for air travellers inbound to the U.S.  We have all been hoping for this moment and carriers are planning to add more flights which will increase schedule frequency as well.  
While we’re thrilled to see one less restriction, we recommend all travellers continue to check requirements to all destinations. 

Please feel free to contact your travel team and/or use our Trip Source hub, COVID-19 Travel Country Entry Restrictions (tripsource.com) to ensure entry requirements for upcoming trips are verified. 
 
 

The Canadian federal government had announced that soon an end may be near to the mandatory randomized arrival testing for incoming travellers at Canada’s airports.   As of Saturday, June 11, only unvaccinated travellers will be required to take a test upon entry into Canada.   

It’s NOW Confirmed: Vaccination No Longer Required For Domestic & Outbound Travellers   

The Canadian government has confirmed that effective June 20th,  proof of vaccination will no longer be required for domestic and outbound travellers. 

More news to follow as we learn about the planned implementation and change updates. 

March 2024 Newsletter

Toronto Seeing High Hotel Demand in 2024

Both leisure and business travellers will need to plan ahead, if they plan on visiting Toronto this year. Between annual events and conferences/conventions taking place finding a place to rest your head could be a challenge.  Travellers should consider securing accommodation in advance, be willing to stay further away from the downtown core or rethink their travel dates. 

These are some of the events that will impact hotel availability.   

Toronto – 2024

• March 3rd to 6th – PDAC convention 

• April 21st to 24th – City wide conferences – OGRA and OPSEU 

• June 8th to 11th - Society of Nuclear Medicine & Molecular Imaging 

• June 18th to 20th – Canadian Gaming Summit 

• June 23rd to 28th – Shopify City Wide conferences.  

• June 28th to 29th – International Conference of Economics/Pride Weekend 

• August 1st to 5th – Caribana/Toronto Caribbean Carnival 

• August 22nd to 25th – Fan Expo 

• August 30th to 31st – International Air Show 

• September 5th to15th – Toronto International Film Festival  

• November 14th to 17th – Taylor Swift  

• November 21st to 24th – Taylor Swift  

 Save time at US Customs

The MPC app is available for qualifying travellers entering the United States.   Mobile Passport Control (MPC) allows eligible travelers to submit their travel document, photo, and customs declaration information via their smartphone or other mobile device. The app has been introduced to reduce processing time by reducing inspection time.   It is available at 33 U.S. International Airports, 11 Preclearance locations including 8 in Canada and at 4 seaports of entry. Please note Nexus cardholders cannot use this service.  For details about the program click here.  

Increased Checked Bag Fees

American Airlines was the first to make changes to their checked bag fees.  Now Air Canada, Jet Blue, Alaska Airlines United and WestJet have followed increasing their checked bag fees. On average fees the US carriers have increased fees by $5US and WestJet has increased their checked bag fee by $5CA.  Always verify the bag fee with your carrier as the fees can vary by destination and are subject to change.  

Track your bags to the US with the Air Canada App

In December 2023, Air Canada rolled out a baggage tracking function on their mobile app to assist in tracking bags for those travelling domestically within Canada.  They have now included tracking for checked bags for those customers travelling to and from the United States. Using the Air Canada App, you can see where your bags are as your trip progresses. 

Connect from Hamilton and Waterloo with Air Canada's Motor Coach Airport Connections

Starting in May 2024 Air Canada will offer land-air connections on one itinerary with transportation via motor coach to/from John C. Munro Hamilton International Airport and the Region of Waterloo International Airport that will connect the two Ontario airports with Toronto Pearson International Airport. 

The partnership with The Landline Company will be a pilot project which will offer six nonstop motor coach trips daily between Toronto airports in Hamilton and Waterloo area. Travellers will be able to book the ground transport when booking their air.  Select Hamilton or Waterloo Regional Airport at the departing city for your itinerary.  The airline will also allow travellers to check through their bags, offer disruption protection and they can earn Aeroplan points.  

Air Canada shared should the program be successful it could be expanded.   

Porter Airlines New Service to Quebec City

Commencing May 17th Porter Airlines will offer daily, round-trip service between Toronto-Pearson International Airport (YYZ) and Québec City Jean Lesage International Airport (YQB).  This seasonal service is scheduled to operate until October 26th.  

The flights will be in addition to the Porter flights currently operating between Québec City and Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport. 

Changes to American Airlines Advantage Program

Earning points with the American Airlines Advantage loyalty program will be changing May 1st, 2024.  The carrier raised the threshold to gain Gold Status in 2023. Basic economy ticket holders will only be able to earn points when they book directly with American Airlines or partner operators. 

Companies with corporate contracts with American will be eligible to earn points regardless of where they book but other travellers will only be able to collect points by booking directly with American Airlines or "preferred agencies".   

This will create challenges for corporations who have managed travel programs working with agencies to ensure they can track sales, enforce travel policies and support employee duty of care. 

Summer Service to London on British Airways

British Airways announced that their two daily flights from Toronto will be upgraded effective March 29th, 2024, to two new Airbus 350 aircraft, which offer Club suites in Business class. Along with service from Toronto there are daily flights from Montreal and Vancouver to London Heathrow.   There is also seasonal service between Vancouver and London Gatwick commencing April 30th, 2024, until September 2024. 

Qatar Airways Layover

Canadian travellers have the opportunity to explore Qatar with a 72 layover in Qatar. Partnering with local hotels and suppliers Discover Qatar has options to cater to many different preferences.   The program allows in transit passengers and those on short layovers to experience Qatar at amazing prices. Experience city tours, luxury hotels or a desert safari once you arrive in Doha.   

If you want to take advantage of great rates at four- and five-star hotels for a fraction of the cost reach out to your travel advisor and they can book your adventure via the Discover Qatar’s portal once they have booked the flights with Qatar Airways. Remember to always check for the most up-to-date visa requirements before travelling.    

Jet Blue 

For travellers departing from the U.S. on JetBlue, they are adding a new seat fee for aisle and window seats in what is considered “better locations” of the aircraft.  Travellers will have the option to for “Core Preferred” seats, allowing them to select an aisle or window seat in the exit row or closer to the front of the plane for a fee ranging between $10US and $50US.  Keep in mind this does not guarantee greater legroom. Those seats would fall under “Even More Space Option”.  

Emirates Airlines

The Middle Eastern carrier is planning on offering 77 weekly flights to Australia by December 2024.   The relaunch of flights to Adelaide on October 28th, 2024, and the addition of flights to Perth on December 1st, 2024, the airline will see capacity to Australia return to pre-pandemic levels. 

New Lounge in Lisbon

TAP Air Portugal announced it has opened a new lounge at Lisbon's Humberto Delgado Airport for passengers on international flights with destinations outside the 27 countries that make up Europe's Schengen Area.  Open daily from 5 a.m. to midnight, the lounge can service up to 100 people. Access to the lounge will be available to TAP and Star Alliance passengers. 

Delta Airlines – New Premium Lounges

Increased demand has resulted in Delta Air Lines, investing in premium lounges at three U.S. airports. Scheduled to open in June at John F. Kennedy International Airport in New York, the 38,000 square foot lounge will have a year-round terrace and will be Delta's largest lounge.   The other two premium lounges are expected to be completed by the end of 2024 in Los Angeles and Boston.  

As part of the updates to LAX, the Los Angeles International Airport lounge will have 10,000 square feet of space, offer an outdoor terrace and will be accessible by elevator from the Delta One check-in area. The premium lounge at Boston Logan International Airport, will accommodate up to 120 travellers.   There are plans to open new Delta Sky Clubs in Charlotte and Seattle this year. LaGuardia Airport will also see an expansion of the Sky Club in Terminal C and once expansion plans are completed the Sky Club at Miami International Airport will serve up to 320 guests.  

Increase to Air Traveller Security Charge (ATSC)

Travellers will see an increase in the cost of their airline tickets effective May 1st with the announcement of an increase to the Air Traveller Security Charge (ATSC). According to the government, "the ATSC is payable by a person acquiring an air transportation service that includes a chargeable enplanement at the time any consideration is paid or payable for the service".  The fee varies depending on if travel is domestic, transborder or international. Rates range from a minimum $9.46 to a maximum of $34.42 depending on the destination. For additional details visit the CRA website. 

Passport Processing Times

As demand increases during the winter months, Service Canada warned there may be longer line ups for in-person service at passport offices. Processing times has improved significantly with 97 percent of applications completed within the timelines that Service Canada commits to.   

Canadians can apply for passports in person, or via mail.  In-person applications have a processing time of 20 business days, but a select number of Service Canada centres offer a processing time of 10 business days.  For those requiring passports in less than 10 days will need to sure the location they go to offers urgent or express pick-up service. To find a location or details how to apply for Canadian passport visit Service Canada. 

Travel Advisories

We always suggest checking travel advisories before travelling.  The government of Canada has issued travel advisories some European travel destinations. The following countries below have been given a label yellow warning suggesting travellers take “a high degree of caution”:  United Kingdom, Spain, Germany and France.  

The warning advises to exercise a high degree of caution due to the threat of terrorism. Terrorists have carried out attacks in several European cities.  They also warn of petty crimes including pickpocketing and purse snatching in larger European cities.  

The Canadian government also has “high caution” warnings out for other European countries including The Netherlands, Belgium, Sweden, Denmark and Türkiye. 

Choice Hotels adding EV Chargers

Choice Hotels International announced a partnership to offer electric vehicle chargers at the company's properties in the United States.  The agreement allows the Choice properties to add four or more charging station for their guests.  Properties will have the options whether to install the chargers, but new construction projects will have brand standards to install EV chargers. 

New Zero Carbon certification for the Fairmont Royal York

This past November, Toronto's Fairmont Royal York has received the Zero Carbon Building – Performance Standard certification by the Canada Green Building Council. The largest heritage hotel in North America to receive this certification, they have completed one of the largest energy retrofits in North America.  This update will reduce direction emissions by 85%, removes 7,000 tonnes of carbon every year which is the equivalent of taking 1,558 cars off the road. For more details of their certification click here. 

Higher hotel rates in NYC

PwC has revealed that the average daily rate and occupancy in Manhattan in the last quarter of 2023 "increased sharply".  Demand has increased by 4.2 percent versus 2022 which pushed up the average daily rate by 6 percent.  They expect a minimal increase of additional hotel room inventory in the coming years which is expected to result in higher demand and rates. 

Sustainable Aviation Fuel

IATA reports that as more organizations look to reduce their carbon emissions, there was an increase in the use of SAF (Sustainable Aviation Fuel) but there needs to be an increase in SAF production as it is only at 3% of all renewable fuel production. They are looking at incentivizing sustainable aviation fuel production to meet their net zero carbon emission goal by 2050. 

Air Fare and Hotel Rates 2024

BTN reports that Advito's quarterly price index report found a decrease in intercontinental airfares in early 2024 and they have seen a stabilization in domestic airfares while hotel rates continue to rise.

 The index reported within North America economy airfare spend is down 9 percent year over year.

They also found business-class fares are down 7 percent. This is due to increased flight costs and re-alignment of budgets as it relates to business class travel .

Additionally inflation and strong demand for leisure travel has resulted in an increase of 7% on Hotel Room rates year over year.  Even with strong demand occupancy continues to be lower than in 2022

Entry Fees to Visit Venice

In an effort to reduce over tourism in Venice the government has implemented an access fee for tourists.  Visitors wanting to do day trips commencing in April 2024, will need to purchase an entry ticket.

The fee will apply to visitors who travel only for the day to the ‘old city’ (lagoon region).
Locals, commuters and those visiting 'minor islands’ like Burano and Murano will be exempt.
Visitors staying in the city for one night or those owning a second home in Venice will not have to pay though even if exempt they will be required to register their trip online.

Authorities will apply the fee on various days during Venice's high tourist season.  A visit to the city will cost €5 per person. A QR code will be issued once payment made.  Dates when the fee is required to be paid for entry and details how to register your visit can be found on the Venice Access Fee website.

For more questions, please contact your TTI Travel Advisors for more information.

WestJet

Due to demand, WestJet has reintroduced service this spring connecting Eastern Canada and Europe and introduced new service from Calgary to Reykjavik (Keflavik). They have also increased the frequency on international routes by adding Korea with three times weekly service starting May 17, 2024* and expanding with daily service to Japan on the 787 Dreamliner offering Business and Premium class.

Find WestJet’s upcoming summer schedule - Attached Here

WestJet also announced they off flights to Minneapolis from Vancouver, Winnipeg, Edmonton and Saskatoon.  Vancouver and Winnipeg to Atlanta up to five times weekly. Flights between Edmonton and Minneapolis operate up to five times weekly this winter, and between Saskatoon and Minneapolis up to three times weekly. In April, WestJet will introduce Regina’s only year-round transborder connectivity with daily service to Minneapolis. This will allow travellers to connect with WestJet’s airline partner Delta Airlines.

Air Canada

New Air-to-Rail Connections in Europe

You can explore Europe with Air Canada's new air-to-rail booking options. This new partnership will offer rail service to European destinations throughout France, Germany, Switzerland and Austria.

Air Canada partnered with Lufthansa Group Express Rail Product and has created new collaborations with AccessRail and WorldTicket.

Air-to-rail connections are available in the following destinations:

France: Train connections on SNCF Voyageurs via Charles De Gaulle Airport in Paris to up to 22 rail stations across France including Nantes, Bordeaux, Marseille and Strasbourg.

Germany: Train connections on Deutsche Bahn via Frankfurt and Munich to more than 5,600 railway stations across Germany, expanding existing rail connections with LHG ExpressRail.

Switzerland: Train connections on Swiss Rail via Zurich and Geneva to up to 11 railway stations across Switzerland, including Basel and Lucerne.

Austria: Train connections on ÖBB via Vienna including Linz, Salzburg and Innsbruck.

Train connections can be booked when connecting to/from Air Canada marketed and operated international flights. 

Air Canada has announced several routes and increased frequency some of their key routes for summer 2024.   

Two news destinations that have been added are Tulum, Mexico from Toronto and Montreal starting in May, as well as Charleston, SC from Toronto commencing in March.  New routes from Montreal to Austin and St. Louis will also be added.

• Montreal will have increased service to Boston, Las Vegas, Minneapolis, Phoenix, Edmonton and Victoria.  They will also resume service to Pittsburgh, Raleigh/Durham, Gander and Iles de la Madeleine.

• Toronto will have increased service to Nashville, Phoenix, Nassau, Vancouver and Victoria.   The following routes will resume service: Kansas City, Portland, Sacramento, Salt Lake City and Gander.

• Vancouver will have increased service to Portland, Washington Dulles, San Deigo, Sacramento, Cranbrook, Fort St. John, Prince George, Terrace, Toronto and Smithers.  Routes that will resume service include Anchorage, Austin, and Halifax.

• Regina will have one additional flight to Toronto and service to Montreal will resume June 1st.

• Saskatoon will see increased service to Toronto and Vancouver. Flights will resume to Montreal.

• Ottawa will have flights resume to Washington National, Calgary and Winnipeg.

• Halifax will have one additional flight to St. John's and service to Vancouver will resume May 1st.

• Calgary will have two daily flights on larger aircraft to Winnipeg and increased service to Edmonton.

• Edmonton will have an additional daily flight to Montreal.

Porter

The last year has seen Porter Airlines grow exponentially.  The continue to grow their codeshare program with partnerships with Air Transat and Alaska Airlines. With the addition of the Embraer E195-E2 to their fleet Porter now operates from both Toronto’s Billy Bishop flying out of Toronto Pearson offering long haul fights to Vancouver, Calgary, Edmonton, Victoria Los Angeles, San Francisco and Las Vegas.   They are also operating to 5 cities in Florida: Tampa, Orlando, Fort Lauderdale, Fort Myers and Miami.

Porter is expanding their service in Ottawa. Porter has increased service to Vancouver, Edmonton and Calgary on the Embraer E195-E2 that is missing the dreaded no middle seat. Ottawa will see expanded service to Fredericton, Moncton, and Boston. They are offering increased service to Newark. These routes are operated on the 78-seat Dash 8-400. Porter operates up to 35 daily departures and 15 nonstop routes from Ottawa, including the most recent addition of Ottawa-Winnipeg. Porter’s plans in Ottawa include building two new aircraft hangars.  

They will also be making their presence felt in Montreal continuing service from Montreal's Dorval Airport and they are set to develop a new terminal at Montreal's St. Hubert Airport located on Montreal's South Shore.  They terminal will be capable of serving over 4 million passengers annually. Construction is expected to start in mid-2023 with completion by late 2024.

United Airlines

United Airlines is returning to Winnipeg.  Scheduled to begin on May 23, 2024, United Airlines announced they will return to Winnipeg Richardson International Airport. United will be bringing back service daily service to Chicago and Denver.  As two of United's larges hubs flights will provide travellers with connections on United US and international flights. 

One World

The Oneworld airline alliance has opened its first dedicated airport lounge, in Seoul's Incheon International Airport.  The space, located in Terminal 1, is about 555 square meters and can accommodate up to 148 customers. 

Oneworld members using Incheon include American Airlines, Cathay Pacific, Finnair, Malaysia Airlines, Qantas, Qatar Airways and SriLankan Airlines. The lounge will be available for eligible Oneworld Emerald and Sapphire customers departing from Seoul on Oneworld flights, as well as first and business passengers traveling with Oneworld member airlines, according to the alliance.

Air France and KLM Summer Schedule

Thinking about going to Europe this summer?   Air France and KLM will be adding additional service to Paris and Amsterdam.

From Vancouver: Air France will be offering daily service to Paris during the summer of 2024. KLM will also be flying out of Vancouver daily during the Summer 2024 season, an increase from 4 days a week.

Edmonton: KLM will operate 4 flights a week out of Edmonton during the Summer 2024 season.

Calgary: KLM will have daily flights out of Calgary during the Summer 2024 season.

Toronto: Summer of 2024 will see KLM and Air France increasing to 2 flights daily out of Toronto.

Ottawa: Air France will be flying daily to Paris during the Summer 2024 season.

Montreal: Air France will offer 3 flights daily out of Montreal during Summer 2024, while KLM will have 1 daily flight.

Quebec City: For Summer 2024 Air France will operate flights out of Quebec City 3 times a week.

Flights to Israel

In January Lufthansa Group, which includes Lufthansa, Swiss International Airlines, and Austrian Airlines, will recommence flights to Tel Aviv. Other carries planning on returning to Tel Avis include Air France and LOT Polish Airlines.  Schedules currently show flights planned for Finnair, KLM, Pegasus, and Turkish Airlines flying to and from Israel in February, but there have not been any formal announcement as they assess security concerns.

Detila Airlines flights from Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) in Atlanta and Boston Logan International (BOS) and remain suspended through April 30. Delta has not announced when service will return.  

Alaska Airlines

Alaska Airlines is adding Toronto to their schedule.  Flights will commence May 16th and tickets are available to book today. Alaska Airlines also services Calgary, Edmonton, Kelowna, Vancouver and Victoria. The flight schedule will have the flight departing from Toronto, at 3:40 p.m., arriving in Seattle at 5:55 p.m. Return flights from Seattle will depart at 7 a.m., arriving back in Toronto at 2:40 p.m. 

Alaska also announced a partnership with Porter Airlines. The partnership will allow travellers to connect to flights from Los Angeles and San Francisco as Porter recently launched their service to California.

Increased Airport Improvement Fees

Both the Greater London International Airport Authority and Saskatoon’s John G. Diefenbaker International Airports will be increasing their Airport Improvement Fees (AIF). For travel after February 1st the AIF in London will be $15.00 per departing passenger plus tax.  The increase for flights from Saskatoon will be $26.00 per departing passenger plus taxes.  Air travel within the province, the rate remains the same at $6.00.

Helping Make Travel Easier

Entry Requirements (Check link it shows Centerra not TTI)

When travelling internationally always remember to verify entry requirements.  Use CIBT Visa to confirm is a travel visa is required or not.  Evolving requirement travellers should be aware of include visa requirements being introduced in Brazil for some passport holders and the EU will be introducing an electronic travel authorization program referred to at ETIAS in mid-2025.

 You can also refer to the Government of Canada website for health information along with Travel Advice and Advisories.

Are you arriving at Toronto Pearson and headed downtown, or do you live in Toronto and want to take the UP Express to the airport?  UP Express is now offering a round ticket for $25.00. You can now buy your e-tickets in advance, and it offers flexible travel dates.  You can also purchase group tickets.  Remember if you are Presto card holder you may be eligible for lower fares.  For details visit UP Express.

TTI Travel can help you save on airport parking as well. We have special rates with Park N Fly. Visit the Park N Fly website for rates for Valet, Self Park and their Economy lot.