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10/01/2026

🥁 🥁 Announcing our Air Transat and Bahia Principe Hotels and Resorts Virtual Presentation winner!
Congratulations to Monique Caron of Voyages Concierge Deluxe Travel in Lachine, Quebec. She’s won a 3-night stay for two at Bahia Principe Explore Punta Cana ☀️ 🏝️

Winning is easy with Open Jaw - watch, learn, take the quiz and you’ll automatically enter for the draw. Open to registered Canadian travel advisors.

Be sure to check out our Training page online for current training modules hosted by Nina and our amazing travel partners.
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09/30/2026

Aeroplan Boosts Redemption Benefits for Co-Branded Cardholders

is set to refresh its Canadian co‑branded credit cards on 12JAN27, adding new redemption of 15% and airport at a time when rising fuel prices are expected to push airfares higher.

Aeroplan is set to refresh its Canadian co‑branded credit cards on 12JAN27, adding new redemption savings of 15% and airport perks at a time when rising fuel prices are expected to push airfares higher.

09/30/2026

More Lift, More Packages: Puerto Vallarta Set For Strong Canadian Winter

Advisors turned out for an informative evening presentation and sit-down dinner at The Venetian (not the hotel in Vegas, but the event venue in Vaughan, ON.) to learn about all things .

Sebastian Arrizon, international co-ordinator for the Puerto Vallarta Tourism Board, told OpenJaw he is optimistic about the upcoming winter season from Canada due to increased airlift and packages from tour operators.



https://openjaw.com/newsroom/on-the-town/2026/09/29/more-lift-more-packages-puerto-vallarta-set-for-strong-canadian-winter/

09/30/2026

Bahamas Tourism Names New Boss Jackson Alexander Weech

The Bahamas Ministry of Tourism has appointed hospitality veteran Jackson Alexander Weech as Director General, effective 01OCT.

Weech brings more than 35 years of experience across the Bahamian, Caribbean and UK tourism sectors, with a career spanning hotel operations, sales and marketing, strategic planning, finance, labour relations and industry advocacy.

The Bahamas Ministry of Tourism has appointed hospitality veteran Jackson Alexander Weech as Director General, effective 01OCT. Weech brings more than 35

09/30/2026

Sweden Launches “Introvert Travel Agency” as Demand for Calm Quietly Rises

Shhh. New research from pointing to a growing appetite for quieter, low‑pressure travel has prompted the country's to launch a for shy types.

Shhh. New research from Sweden pointing to a growing appetite for quieter, low‑pressure travel has prompted the country's tourism board to launch a travel

09/30/2026

Air Canada Vacations Expands Sales Team With Two Appointments

Air Canada Vacations has announced two appointments to its sales team, adding Alisa Stephenson and Brian Paivo.

Air Canada Vacations has announced two appointments to its sales team, adding Alisa Stephenson and Brian Paivo. Stephenson joins as Key Account Manager

09/30/2026

From 190,000 to 310,000: US Travel Advisor Numbers Explode

A record breaking boom in the number of in the US is compounded by a sharp rise in revenues, projected to reach $134 billion this year, up 17% since 2023. Will Canada follow suit?

A record breaking boom in the number of travel advisors in the US is compounded by a sharp rise in revenues, projected to reach $134 billion this year, up 17% since 2023. Canada lags far behind.

09/29/2026

PERFECTION? WHO NEEDS IT?
One Ish, Two Ish, Solo-Ish, Perfect-Ish: Hilton Trends Report

Recreating that amazing trip they’ve seen in social media posts is nice. But a new report says are letting go of the pressure to live up to someone else’s idea of a “perfect” trip and are instead defining travel on their own terms.

A new Hilton report says travellers increasingly want to plan their own trips rather than pursue the perfect experience. The report also talks about loyalty programs, wellness, and the importance of the human touch in travel planning.

09/29/2026

Air Canada Extends Dubai Flight Suspension To March 2027

has extended its suspension of flights to and from (DXB) until the end of March 2027, just weeks after saying the route was on track to resume in mid-January.

In a 24SEP update, the airline says the decision to push back the restart was made “due to the situation in the Middle East.”

Air Canada has extended its suspension of flights to Dubai (DXB) until the end of March 2027, just weeks after saying the route was on track to resume in

09/29/2026

Air Canada Cancels Flights as Ash Blankets Runways

has cancelled flights to and from Catania through 30SEP due to volcanic activity from Mount Etna affecting the Sicilian airport.

Air Canada has cancelled flights to and from Catania through 30SEP due to volcanic activity from Mount Etna affecting the Sicilian airport.