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| AIR CANADA DROPS THE BAG |
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Air Canada to drop second bag fee and includes fuel surcharge in advertised fares
Canadian Press
Air Canada said today that in response to easing fuel prices it is eliminating the fee it imposed this spring on second checked bags. Canada's biggest airline said it also will begin including fuel surcharges in the fares it advertises for North American flights, instead of tacking the fuel levies on top of the posted price. "Although the cost of fuel remains highly volatile and far above historic norms, the recent retreat in oil prices is enabling us to reinstate our previous baggage policy," stated Air Canada executive vice-president Ben Smith. "Further, Air Canada is making its pricing more transparent by removing add-on fuel surcharges for flights within North America and instead adjusting its base fares to cover the total cost of fuel."
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| TEXAS UPDATE ON IKE |
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Gulf Coast areas, Greater Houston affected by Ike; rest of state is open for business
Texas Tourism has issued a quick update on Hurricane Ike and its impact on the state's tourism destinations. Please note that the Gulf Coast areas of Galveston, Kemah, Bolivar and Surfside have been significantly impacted by the storm. The Greater Houston area has also been affected to a lesser degree, but the rest of the state remains open for business and has sustained no damage whatsoever. If you have clients with immediate travel plans to Texas, it is recommended you and your clients reconfirm their hotel and car rental reservations prior to departing Canada. For more information on the impact of Hurricane Ike please refer to the website, traveltex.com, which offers the most up-to-date information.
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| LOUISIANA IKE UPDATE |
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Ike updates for Lake Charles/Southwest Louisiana Convention & Visitors Bureau
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| Lake Charles/Southwest Louisiana | | Following Hurricane Ike, the staff of the Lake Charles/Southwest Louisiana Convention & Visitors Bureau (CVB) has been gathering information to disseminate updates on closings, openings and cancellations or postponed events. "The bureau's building was impacted with minor damage from Hurricane Ike, but fortunately, it was not extensive and we are excited that we will be able to serve visitors face to face shortly," said Shelley Johnson, Executive Director. The CVB's staff will be back in the office this week, located at 1205 N. Lakeshore Dr., and it is anticipated that the building will be open to the public on Tuesday, Sept. 16, with the hours of 9 to 5 p.m. They are to resume normal business hours of 8 to 5 p.m. on Wednesday, September 17.
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| SAVE $100 WITH SIGNATURE, OCCIDENTAL |
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Save $100 if booking between Sep. 16-30 for travel between Nov. 1 and Apr. 30, 2009
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| Royal Hideaway Ensenachos | | For a limited time Signature Vacations and Occidental Resorts are offering $100 off per couple/week! A fantastic way to experience first-rate service, top-notch amenities and gourmet dining, these savings are only being offered on bookings made between Sept 16 and 30, 2008 for travel Nov 1, 2008 - Apr 30, 2009. Whether your clients are looking to explore the rainforest in Costa Rica, dive coral reefs in Mexico or unwind on a Cuban beach, Occidental offers a property that will suit them. Keep reading for eligible resorts and more details on this special offer.
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| SUNQUEST WAIVES FUEL SURCHARGE |
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Book from YYZ, YXU, YFC, YQM, YYT until Sep. 30 for travel now through Apr. 30 and skip the fuel surcharge
Effectively immediately and only for a limited time, Sunquest is waiving the fuel surcharge on all of its fall and winter bookings. Valid on all new bookings (some exceptions may apply) made by Sept. 30, 2008, for travel now through Apr. 30, 2009, this special offer applies to Toronto, London, Moncton, Fredericton, and St. John's gateways. Combine this offer with Sunquest's fall savings offers and your clients will save even more on their holidays. You can send a client to Holguin, Cuba for as low as $397 plus tax. Keep reading for all the details.
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| CITC LISTS 40 REASONS |
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The Canadian Institute of Travel Counsellors to celebrate 40th birthday with "Lists of Lists"
The Canadian Institute of Travel Counsellors has announced that September 19, 2008 marks their 40th birthday. Steve Gillick CTM, President and Chief Operating Officer noted that "CITC was incorporated in 1968 with a mandate to providing professional development to the industry, in light of the growing popularity of jet travel and the corresponding growth of travel agencies on just about every corner of every city. Since that time, CITC has been true to this mandate but over the years we extended it to include traveller (consumer) awareness of safe and savvy travel practices."
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| TORONTO GETS CUBAN |
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Havana cultural festival hits Toronto September 25 to 28
The Cuba Tourist Board and Havana Club have announced the launch of Havana Cultura, Toronto's first Cuban cultural festival, which will take place from September 25 to 28 in the Beaconsfield neighbourhood of Toronto. The festival is designed to celebrate Cuban culture and the Cuban love of life. Anyone interested in participating in any events should visit the havana-cultura.com/canada. The festival includes Cuban events ranging from cigar rolling and salsa dancing to authentic Cuban food and cocktails.
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