We cannot discuss the latest bomb threat diversion on Air India, this time to a remote Canadian province, without talking about the unraveling relations between Canada and India. The likely common link? The Khalistan movement. But an act of...
Cheap Hotel Near YYZ Airport: The Right Choice For Us
My son Augustine and I arrived late (10:30 pm) into Toronto and had an early flight out (8:00 am) the next morning, requiring an overnight stay. I made the choice to save money and chose a cheap hotel near...
My Eerie Transborder Connection In Montreal
While this connection was not as stressful as my recent international connection in Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport, it made my heart flutter in a very different way. Transborder Connection In Montreal After spending a bit of time...
My International Arrival Experience In Vancouver (YVR)
Entering Canada was a breeze via Vancouver International Airport, with a seamless transborder arrival experience from my U.S. flight to my domestic Canadian connection on Air Canada. Vancouver International Airport Arrival Experience Prior to my trip, I had filled...
My Breathtaking International Transit In Montreal
I’ve have many quick transits over the course of my travels, but never had an experience quite like my international transit in Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport. Montreal International Transit In 22 Minutes? When we last left off,...
Canadian Prime Minister Weighs In On Maskless Party Flight To Mexico, Calls Passengers “Idiots”
Canadian Prime Minster Justin Trudeau has weighed in on the Sunwings party flight from Montreal to Cancun in which maskless “media influences” vaped and drank onboard, calling them “idiots” as Canadian airlines moved swiftly to ban those passengers on...
Canadian Border Reopening Close, Australia Further
It appears there is finally a reopening date for the US-Canadian border and it’s close, Australia… not so much. If you are considering booking travel or signing up for a new credit card please click here. Both support LiveAndLetsFly.com. If you haven’t...
When Will The US-Canada Border Re-Open? June Update
The US-Canada border has been closed for 16 months for most travelers, but with COVID cases decreasing in the US and widespread availability of the vaccine when will the US-Canadian border re-open? If you are considering booking travel or signing up...
The Fight For A Passenger Bill Of Rights In Canada
Airlines and trade organizations are lining up to fight the new passenger bills of rights in Canada, set to kick in on July 15, 2019. Air Canada, WestJet, Porter, and the International Air Transport Association (IATA) have filed court...
Saudia Suspends Flights to Canada: Now What?
Many years ago when I obtained a visa to visit Saudi Arabia for the first time, I remember a prominent sign in the lobby of Saudi Embassy in Washington, DC. It warned of extensive delays for Canadians applying for...
Toronto is a Hip, Cool City
I visited Toronto for the first time recently (sadly, not for a flight simulator) and enjoyed it much more than I thought I would. I’ve flown Pearson International Airport many times but never stepped out until I arrived a...
Review: Park Hyatt Toronto (Suite)
Here’s a review of a hotel that will close next week for two years. Consider this the “before” review in preparation for the “after” review in late 2019. But even the old Park Hyatt Toronto is, well…was still a...
Saying Goodbye to the Park Hyatt Toronto
I spent Monday night at the Park Hyatt Toronto, a hotel that will soon close until late 2019 for refurbishment. Part of me is sad to see it change. To be sure, the hotel does not fit in with...
Defiant Delta CEO: We Will NOT Pay “Nonsensical” Bombardier Tariff
Delta CEO Ed Bastian has come out swinging, saying Delta will take delivery of its new Bombardier C Series order while also promising it will never pay the 300% tariff levied by the U.S. Government. I outlined the stakes of the...
Going to Canada? You May Now Need a Visa
Did you know that you now may need a visa to visit Canada? Last November the Canadian Government mandated that formerly visa exempt travelers obtain an eTA (electronic Travel Authorization) prior to travel to Canada by air. This includes transit....
United Airlines Eliminates Canadian Staff
United Airlines’ CEO Jeff Smisek is on a mission to cut $2BN in annual spending and is slashing anywhere and everywhere to meet that goal. The latest casualty is the United Airlines’ employees in Vancouver, Calgary, and Toronto. CHICAGO...
Review: Hyatt Regency Montreal
Below is a brief review of my recent stay at the Hyatt Regency in Montreal. Its brevity can be explained: about the only thing I did at the hotel was sleep. I arrived in Montreal on an early morning...
Detained at Canadian Immigration in Montreal
Remind me not to take any more one-night trips to Canada. This week, I took advantage of a great fare from ONT-YUL on United to spend a couple days mileage running and one day in Montreal. I have taken...
