Canadian seniors should check travel coverage
As summer approaches, travel plans might look a little different for Canadians this year and they might not be as protected as they think. A recent TD Insurance survey, conducted by The Harris Poll Canada, reveals that nearly three-quarters of Canadians (73 per cent) plan to travel for pleasure over the next 12 months, and half of […]
Canadian seniors offered new flight options
Air Canada’s recent announcement of its largest winter expansion to date, featuring new routes to Latin America, presents exciting opportunities for senior travelers seeking warmer climates during the colder months. This expansion includes four new destinations and 13 new routes, enhancing accessibility to popular sun destinations. CTV News For seniors, especially those residing in colder […]
Canadian snowbirds could see U.S. visa changes
On May 10, 2025, U.S. lawmakers introduced the “Canadian Snowbird Act,” a bipartisan bill aimed at extending the duration Canadian retirees can spend in the United States without a visa. Currently, Canadians are permitted to stay in the U.S. for up to six months per year under the B-2 tourist visa. The proposed legislation seeks […]
Canadian airline offering more storage space
Air Canada announced that it will be the launch customer for the Airbus Airspace cabin on the A220 family of aircraft, giving customers more overhead storage space. The first aircraft to receive the new bins are scheduled to be delivered early in 2026. The A220 Airspace cabin features new XL bins, increasing the overhead capacity […]
Canada issues new travel advisories
If you’re travelling outside the country, health and safety are often top of mind. Before setting off, it’s always wise to check whether your destination has any travel advisories or warnings. Here are some Canadian government travel advisories that are currently in effect for popular destinations. Spain The Canadian government is warning travellers to “exercise a high […]
More direct way for Canadian seniors to travel
Air Canada is marking the inauguration of its newest international flights linking Vancouver and Manila, solidifying the airline’s presence in Southeast Asia and supporting Canada’s Indo-Pacific strategy. The launch of service to Manila also positions Air Canada as the North American airline serving the most destinations non-stop in Southeast Asia. Celebrations at the airline’s YVR Pacific hub were held on April 1 and again prior to the […]
App helps Canadian seniors find good prices
Skyscanner’s app will now highlight prices that drop by 20% each day (compared to the last seven days). With Skyscanner relentlessly on the hunt for DROPS across the globe, Canadian travellers can feel confident they’ll never miss a deal again. Scouring more than 80 billion prices every day, Skyscanner’s new app-exclusive feature, DROPS, helps travellers find […]
Canadian seniors paying too much at airports
Canadian air travel is plagued by higher ticket prices, poorer service, and limited consumer choice due to ineffective and outdated federal policies, finds a new study published by the Fraser Institute, an independent, non-partisan public policy think-tank. “As Canadian travellers know all too well, airfares in Canada are higher than in other countries, but by aligning federal […]
New travel packages for Canadian seniors
When it comes to the meaning of value, Sunwing Vacations is no stranger, leading the charge in travel and helping Canadians save on hundreds of all inclusive packages in the tropics so they can do more in their destination of choice. Applicable to bookings made by February 16, 2025 for travel until May 5, 2025, the vacation provider […]
New flights from Canada to Mexico City
WestJet announced non-stop service between Calgary and Mexico City International Airport (MEX). Beginning May 14, 2025, WestJet will operate five weekly flights, reaffirming its leadership as the top carrier connecting Canada and Mexico, while reinforcing Calgary’s position as a key hub for the airline’s global network. “WestJet’s continued investment in popular sun destinations had made us the gateway between Canada and Mexico, bolstering both countries vital commercial and […]
