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What does a weak Canadian dollar mean for travellers?

Source: CTV News

As the Canadian dollar loses ground against major global currencies, some travellers are beginning to feel the pressure. A weaker dollar translates to less purchasing power abroad, which can make trips to popular destinations like the United States, Europe, or even tropical getaways more expensive than in previous years.

In early November, the loonie fell to a four-year low, and some experts believe the dollar will remain low through the end of the year.

Air Canada's cheapest tickets on some routes will no longer include carry-on baggage

Source: CBC News

Air Canada has become the second major Canadian airline within the past year to make its cheapest ticket one without complimentary carry-on luggage on some flights.

The airline said Wednesday that passengers who purchase the lowest-priced basic economy fare for North American and sun routes on or after Jan. 3, 2025, will only be allowed to bring one personal item, with no carry-on included, and will have to pay to check any bags beyond the personal item.

Global tourism poised for full recovery in 2024

Source: Travel Industry Today

It took four years, but global tourism is finally set for full recovery in 2024, according to the United Nations, which says around 1.1 billion tourists travelled internationally in the first nine months of 2024, representing 98% of pre-pandemic levels. And according to the latest World Tourism Barometer by UN Tourism, a full recovery from the biggest crisis in the sector’s history is expected by the end of the year.

U.S. regulator orders Flair Airlines lenders to

stop accepting money from new clients

Source: Globe & Mail

A U.S. regulator has ordered insurance companies owned by a major Flair Airlines investor and lender to stop accepting money from new clients, citing the insurers’ poor financial conditions.

The Globe reported in January that Flair owed the federal government more than $67-million in taxes related to the importation of aircraft. A court gave the government the right to seize and sell Flair assets, and the airline said it reached a repayment deal with Ottawa. Other hurdles Flair has faced include a regulatory review of 777′s control and the 2023 repossession of four aircraft for late lease payments.

Canada: 'Tourism Must Enrich The Lives Of Locals Too'

Source: TTG

Earlier this year, Canada released its 2030 Strategy – this being a roadmap that takes a regenerative approach to tourism growth, aiming to leave destinations better off with visitors than they would be without. The strategy is focused on building communities because tourism helps sustain the amenities that make life richer for local residents, such as transportation links, festivals, museums, trails, recreation facilities, arts, culture, pubs and restaurants. Canadians are at the heart of the strategy, with tourism supporting communities to help businesses thrive, such as a florist supplying hotels or a local gas station dispensing fuel to RVs.

Eye On US: Feds To Force $775 Payouts for Flight Delays

Source: OpenJaw

The proposed regulations would require airlines to compensate passengers with payments from $200 to $775, depending on the severity of the disruption. Issues that would trigger compensation include mechanical failures, staffing shortages, and technical glitches; situations the airlines control.

Notably, this initiative follows the chaos surrounding Southwest Airlines' operational breakdown during the 2022 holiday season, which cost the airline an estimated $825 million.

New Year, new calendar all in support of Jasper, Alberta

Source: Travel Press

The Crisis Team Society of Jasper, with the support of the Jasper Volunteer Fire Brigade, have launched the 2025 Firefighter Calendar Fundraising campaign.

Each purchase or sponsorship raises essential funds to support individuals in Jasper experiencing trauma and tragedy in times of crisis.

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