It pays to book your vacation early.  Simply book a minimum seven night sun vacation with WestJet Vacations before October 30, 2009 for travel between November 1, 2009 and May 15, 2010 and receive a $400 WestJet future travel credit per room booked!  This offer applies to all of their U.S. and International sun destinations.  With 21 great sun spots to choose from, your toughest choice may be which one to pick.  Contact Kevin at Travelonly for help in planning your next getaway!

Canada ranks as one of the most diverse and appealing destinations in the world, and yet we often look abroad first when thinking of a vacation.  In honour of Canada Day, I am showcasing some of the best that Canada has to offer!  

British Columbia - Sea to sky and everything in between: They are preparing to welcome the world for the Winter Olympics in 2010, but B.C. has always been known for it’s epic, rugged beauty, it’s sense of adventure, and it’s and welcoming spirit.  Rollerblade in Stanley Park, shop on Granville island, do the ‘Grouse Grind’, or take a train ride through the Rockies.  There is so much to do and explore, but if you are looking for even more of a reason to visit, check out the Festival and Event Calendar and Tourism British Columbia.  (more…)

WestJet has been the darling of the travel industry in Canada.  They are friendly, easy to work with, have video screens in the back of each seat, and recently came out with their CARE-antee.   ALSO, they have been paying commissions to Travel Agents, building loyalty and stealing market share from Air Canada as a direct result.  Air Canada, on the other hand, decided to cut out all commissions years ago.

Air Canada seems to have woken up and realized that if they want to stay in business, they need Travel Agents on their side.  They are now paying commission on domestic flights, and hopefully they will expand this initiative as they experiene the positive effects. This means that I can book your Air Canada and WestJet flights at no cost to you.  I can handle research, changes, questions, and more… and it costs you nothing.  Also, as always, I can find great rates on international flights, often saving you hundreds of dollars.

Need a flight!?  Contact me today!

The recent failure of a major Canadian tour operator has left some feeling nervous about travelling.  Here are three reasons to keep your plans to get away:

There are successful Canadian travel companies who care for their customers, and show it.  CASE IN POINT - WestJet CARE-antee.

You can book with a solid company that and your travel agent have confidence in.  CASE IN POINT - Sunquest says ‘TRUST US’.

There are some amazing deals to be had.  CASE IN POINT - Carnival Cruiselines CASH BACK OFFER for summer.

WestJet is making some serious moves these days, and they don’t seem to be slowing down.  Just a few months after signing a code share agreement with low cost pioneer Southwest Airlines, they have announced a similar agreement with AirFrance-KLM.   Read the USA Today Article here.  WestJet loves Travel Agents, so be sure to contact me to book your next WestJet flight!

Westjet drops Fuel Surcharges

In response to dropping fuel costs, WestJet has done the unthinkable and removed the the recently added fuel surcharges.  Now, that’s refreshing!  While the major US legacy carriers continue to add on fees and remove service while wallowing in self pity, our very own (not so) ’little Canadian airline that could’ does the right thing and continues to win more fans and stay profitable while doing it.  Nice.

Why else should we love WestJet?

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