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G.A.P ADVENTURES MATCHES DONATIONS TO PLANETERRA FUND
Bruce Poon Tip, President and CEO of G.A.P Adventures recently announced that the company would match all donations to its non-profit organization, the Planeterra Foundation. The Foundation supports international charities, local organizations and grassroots community-based projects in the areas of health, education, ecotourism development, cultural preservation, environmental conservation and disaster relief. G.A.P Adventures covers all administration costs so that 100 % of each dollar donated goes directly to projects. Contact Danielle Weiss at 800-465-5600 x122 or danielle @gap.ca or visit www.gapadv entures.com |
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| TRANSAT RESPONDS TO "BOYCOTT" |
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| Philippe Sureau | Apparently Transat Holidays' decision to cut travel agency commissions on flights to 8% has provoked anger in the industry. Last Wednesday, most agencies across the country received by fax a message inviting them to support tour operators Air Canada Vacations, Sunquest, Sunwing, Signature and Harmony to the detriment of Transat Holidays, Nolitours and World of Vacations. The identity of the sender or group of senders remains unknown. Although the word "boycott" is not explicitly used, the message clearly says: "Don't support tour operators that don't support your hard work. Show Nolitours and Transat Holidays what you're worth by showing them no sales!"
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| SKY-HIGH HEATING BILLS COULD HURT AIRLINES & TRAVEL SALES |
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McGill professor Louis Gialloreto predicts the airline industry will continue to be on an upswing for some time but added that the rate of growth may slow this winter, once consumers see their home-heating bills. "We really haven't seen yet the major consumer impact (of high fuel prices) in terms of whether or not the significant increase in household management costs will curtail the level of growth that we're expecting,'' Gialloreto said. He noted that retail sales in the United States are expected to be lower during the important November-December holiday period and added that travel sales typically slow before retail sales do.
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| ABA NAMES 15 CANADIAN EVENTS TO TOP 100 |
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The American Bus Association (ABA) has included 15 Canadian events in its Top 100 Events in North America for 2006. According to a study recently completed by researchers at The George Washington University, one overnight visit by a motorcoach group can leave from $5,000 US to more than $11,000 in a local destination's economy. Those dollars are spent on lodging, meals, admissions, fees, shopping, souvenirs, services and local taxes. "Simply put," said Peter J. Pantuso, ABA's president and CEO, "motorcoach groups spend more and stay longer."
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| AIR CANADA STILL FACING CHALLENGES |
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 Air Canada has lightened its debts, cut labour costs and reworked its operations in the year since emerging from bankruptcy, and while the airline is currently flying high, it still faces important challenges. The rising cost of jet fuel in an era of record high crude oil prices is an obvious worry, although so far surcharges, fare increases and strong travel demand have helped Air Canada weather the turbulence. The airline believes it can offset about 40 per cent of the impact of high fuel through surcharges and other price increases it charges for passengers and cargo, president Montie Brewer told a business conference last week. However, Brewer noted that surcharges and fare increases will have an impact on future bookings. "It shows up over time,'' Brewer said at a CIBC investors conference in Quebec City.
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| ARIZONA ATTRACTS RECORD NUMBER OF CANADIANS |
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Recently released figures reveal that a record 356,300 Canadians - the highest number ever - visited Arizona in 2004, a 19 per cent increase over 2003. Canadians also spent 12 per cent more money and stayed 26 per cent longer in 2004. "Factors for this increase include the healthy Canadian economy, increased visibility and awareness of Arizona by Canadians, increased air service, and more Canadian tour operators offering Arizona. Arizona is also seen as a clean, safe destination, which appeals to Canadians," said Chris Ryall, Manager-Canada, Arizona Office of Tourism.
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| LOUISIANA UNVEILS PLAN TO REBUILD TOURISM |
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Lieutenant Governor Mitch Landrieu has unveiled Louisiana Rebirth: Restoring the Soul of America, a strategic plan to rebuild Louisiana's tourism and cultural industries in the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina. Joined by industry leaders - including, Roger Dow of the Travel Industry of America, Richard Moe of the National Trust for Historic Preservation, and Jonathan Tisch of the Travel Business Roundtable - Landrieu stated that restoring tourism, arts and culture is crucial to the recovery of Louisiana.
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WESTJET HELPED RITA RESCUE
WestJet aircraft and crew participated in the airlift of evacuees from Houston using a Boeing Next-Generation 737-700 series aircraft, crewed by 13 WestJet employees consisting of pilots, first officers, flight attendants and maintenance personnel. "WestJet is proud to be able to assist LeBas International and FEMA in this important rescue and evacuation operation," said Sean Durfy, Executive Vice-President of Sales and Marketing. |
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FORT MYERS AIRPORT TERMINAL
The newest airport terminal in the United States - and
one of the first built from the ground up since September
11 - opened this month at Southwest Florida International
Airport in Fort Myers. The terminal is one of the first
in the U.S. to incorporate current security equipment
and procedures into its design, resulting in a seamless
baggage check-in experience for passengers. The $438 million
project includes the new two-story terminal, a new taxiway
and related roadways. The new parking garage, with rental
car facilities on the ground floor, is located directly
across from the terminal, eliminating the need for rental
car shuttles. To learn more, log onto www.flylcpa.com.
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