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| PORTER TAKES ACTION AGAINST AC, JAZZ |
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Porter Airlines seeks permanent injunction to unwind relationship between Air Canada and Jazz; demands $850M in damages
Porter Airlines has filed a Statement of Defence and Counterclaim in the Ontario Superior Court of Justice against Air Canada and Jazz Air LP seeking a permanent injunction to unwind the existing relationship between two of Canada’s largest airlines. Porter alleges the arrangements violate the Competition Act, and is seeking damages in the amount of $850 million. The counterclaim alleges that Air Canada and Jazz have conspired to lessen competition in the passenger air services market. The counterclaim further alleges that Air Canada and Jazz have coordinated their activities in a common attempt to destroy or disable Porter Airlines’ business. None of these allegations have been proven in court.
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| ORLANDO MAGIC |
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Orlando and Orange County CVB highlight what’s new for 2008/2009
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| The Orlando team | | The Orlando/Orange County Convention and Visitors Bureau (CVB), along with several representatives from various entertainment corporations, held a media reception in Toronto on October 23rd at Canoe Restaurant. It was an opportunity to gain insight into the new attractions, adventures and the changing landscape of this fantasy-filled destination. Busch Gardens Africa/SeaWorld Orlando, Universal Orlando Resort and Walt Disney Parks and Resorts are all partners in one of the most aggressive advertising and marketing campaigns aimed toward Canadian travellers. The CVB mandate is to “reinvent” the destination by encompassing five diverse experiences: magic, adventure, discovery, rejuvenation and metropolitan excitement.
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| TRAVEL IDOL VOTING TIME! |
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Time to pick the most attractive man and woman in the travel industry!
Today is the last day that voters can choose their favourite male and female Travel Idols. The TRAVELHotNews.com contest will reveal the most attractive man and woman in the industry on Monday October 29th. Your vote only counts once, so get your supporters ready! All voters are eligible to win a trip to the Grand Sirenis Mayan Beach in Maya Riviera, Mexico courtesy of Transat Holidays. Congratulations to all the participants, and good luck to our four finalists! Vote today!
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| ACV OFFERS NEW DISNEY BROCHURE |
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Air Canada Vacations releases new 2007/2008 Walt Disney World Brochure
Air Canada Vacations' 2007/08 Walt Disney World Resort brochure is now available. Features include a wide variety of Disney Magic Your Way packages starting at only $599 including roundtrip airfare accommodation at Walt Disney World Resorts, theme park tickets and Aeroplan Miles. Air Canada Vacations Disney Packages feature a wide range of choices, including 15 Disney resorts, daily flights to Orlando from Toronto or Montreal, optional AVIS car rentals and ‘Magic Your Way’ packages featuring admission to various attractions including: Magic Kingdom Park, Walt Disney World Water Parks, Epcot, Disney’s Hollywood Studios and Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park.
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| TRAFALGAR’S BRITAIN/EUROPE 2008 BROCHURE |
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Fifteen new itineraries for summer 2008; early payment discounts save clients up to 10%
Trafalgar Tours has introduced their brand new Britain/Europe 2008 brochure. Get the jump on summer 2008 with 15 new tours, early booking bonuses and other savings promotions. This year, Trafalgar has added a new style called ‘City Breaks’. Trafalgar has 7 different touring styles to suit the most varied and experience-seeking taste including Free & Easy, Europe Discoveries, Regional & Regional Plus (culinary tours), Train Tours and Eastern Mediterranean. Clients will enjoy having their own personal headsets, staying in first-class brand name hotels and more guaranteed departures, ensuring a comfortable and pleasant trip. Read on for more about new itineraries and early payment discounts.
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| KOREA, JAPAN CULTURE & TRAVEL SHOWCASE |
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| Korean dancer | | Oct. 26-Nov. 2 cultural performances at T&T Supermarkets in Greater Toronto Area; chance to win a trip to Korea and Japan
Korea Tourism Organization (KTO), in partnership with the Japan National Tourist Organization (JNTO) are showcasing culture from both countries at T & T Supermarkets throughout the Greater Toronto Area (GTA) from October 26 ~ November 22, 2007. Highlighting both travel destinations of Korea and Japan, there are a variety of packages available from six partner operators. Shoppers have a chance to enjoy cultural performances from each country at the Promenade and Milliken stores and join in the festive atmosphere throughout all five GTA stores at the Korea and Japan Carnivals throughout the end of October and November.
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| HOLA SUN JANUARY SPECIALS |
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| Santiago de Cuba | | Visit Santiago de Cuba for as little as $579 for January 2008 departures
Hola Sun is offering January specials on visits to Santiago de Cuba. The following offers are valid for new bookings made from October 24-31, 2007. Departures are available for January 8, January 15 and January 22, 2008. Club Bucanero’s winter special is $579, Carisol Los Corales is $609, Brisas Los Galenoes is $619 and Brisas Sierra Mar is $659. This offer runs only for a limited time. Commissionable to travel professionals. Rate based on standard room category per person, double occupancy for one week. Does not include $205 tax per person. Flights are serviced by Cubana Airlines.
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