How much do you travel? On business, about 6 to 9 times a year – mainly within North America. Where was your ever first flight? From New York to Orlando – Disney, of course! Aisle or window? Nowadays, I prefer window. What’s your favourite airport? I like Heathrow. The shopping is fun […]
Majority of Road Warriors Have Encountered a Mishap While Traveling in the Past Year 46% of Business Travelers are Not Offered Corporate Travel Insurance Policy Alexandria, VA (February 27, 2014) – The Global Business Travel Association (GBTA) recently surveyed more than 500 business travelers in the United States and identified the top setbacks, disruptions and […]
If Canadians are grumpy at the gas station, they should spare a thought to the airlines. Imagine the impact of an increase in few cents per litre when your gas tank (if you are flying a Boeing 777) holds 117,340 litres. Fuel is a carrier’s second largest expense, after labour. So airlines keep a […]
by Fred Gebhart January 07, 2014 In the world of business travel, 2014 is shaping up to look a lot like 2013, only more so – more focus on mobile, more focus on technology, more focus on the traveler and more focus on finding new ways to manage travel. Travel Market Report spoke with […]
How much do you travel each year? About 15 to 20 trips a year, mainly within North America. Where was your ever first flight? To Frobisher Bay – now Iqaluit – in the Northwest Territories. I eventually went on to live & work there for about six months. Aisle or window? Window: more to see, […]
Air Canada ended 2013 on a bullish note – and no wonder. The company reported a record load factor (percentage of available seats sold) not just for December but for the whole year as well. President and CEO Calvin Rovinescu – who was named top Canadian executive of the year by the Globe and Mail credited an […]