Jim Byers

Jan 19, 2021 3:44 PM ET

ACV Pays Homage to the Late Gordon "Butch" Stewart

Air Canada Vacations is paying homage to the remarkable career of Sandals founder Gordon "Butch" Stewart

Jan 19, 2021 1:03 PM ET

Trudeau: Travel Rules Could Change Any Time; Canadians Should Cancel Trips

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau today warned that the Canadian government could change international travel rules at any time, and also urged Canadians to cancel any trips they have planned.

Jan 18, 2021 7:03 PM ET

Transat Distribution Canada Welcomes Eight New Affiliate Agencies

Transat Distribution Canada (TDC) welcomes eight new affiliated agencies to its network in Quebec last December.

Jan 18, 2021 3:46 PM ET

Boeing 737 MAX Cleared For Takeoff: Could Fly in Canada on Thursday

The Trudeau government has cleared the Boeing 737 MAX for takeoff, and WestJet expects to use the plane on a flight between Calgary and Vancouver on Thursday

Jan 17, 2021 11:50 AM ET

ACITA Takes Travel Advisors' Case to Newfoundland and Labrador Liberals

The Association of Canadian Independent Travel Advisors held a Zoom chat with Liberal members of Parliament from Newfoundland & Labrador last week. MP's said they understand that agents have "fallen through the cracks" and will be sure to raise the issue with Prime Minister Justin Trudeau.

Jan 15, 2021 4:19 PM ET

Trudeau: Canada Would Consider An International Travel Ban

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau today said he thinks his government has done a good job fighting COVID-19, but that he would consider an international travel ban.

Jan 15, 2021 3:52 PM ET

Canadian Airlines Hope New Faces Bring Fresh Offers From Trudeau Government

A couple of new faces are at the table as talks continue between Canadian airlines and the Justin Trudeau government. An industry source tells TravelPulse Canada that he hopes that will get the talks moving.

Jan 14, 2021 5:23 PM ET

Jann Arden Joins Scenic Cruises For Rhine River Voyage

Canadian singer/actress Jann Arden will join Scenic Cruises for a trip on the Rhine River in 2022.

Jan 14, 2021 5:14 PM ET

Holland America Opens Bookings for 2022 Europe Season

Holland America Line has opened bookings for its 2022 Europe season that features culturally rich locales and a new combination of ships, including two Pinnacle Class vessels.

Jan 14, 2021 3:44 PM ET

AC Outlines Route Cuts: Many Caribbean, Hawaii and Europe Flights Suspended

Air Canada says that its list of route cuts include popular flights between Toronto and Paris, as well as Toronto to Orlando and Saint Lucia. Flights between Vancouver and Maui also are being temporarily suspended.