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Airlines Slash Flights as Jet Fuel Costs Surge, Squeezing Travellers and Markets

  Airlines Slash Flights as Jet Fuel Costs Surge Canadian travellers are facing fewer flight options and higher fares as jet fuel prices spike to multi‑year highs , forcing Air Canada and Air Transat to cut capacity across key routes. The surge in fuel costs is tied directly to the ongoing Iran conflict , which has disrupted global oil flows and pushed energy markets into another period of volatility. Air Transat is reducing service to Europe and the Caribbean, while Air Canada is suspending several regional and international routes it now considers unprofitable. For consumers, this means higher ticket prices, more crowded flights, and fewer choices heading into the summer travel season . Impact on the Economy and Inflation Airlines passing fuel costs to passengers adds fresh pressure to Canada’s already‑stubborn inflation outlook. Travel inflation — which had been easing — is now expected to rise again, complicating the Bank of Canada’s path toward rate cuts. Higher travel costs a...

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Must-Know Long-Haul Travel Tips If You’re Flying Internationally: What should I pack in my checked luggage



Here is a list of items that you can consider packing in your checked luggage:

1. Clothing: Pack enough clothes for the duration of your trip. Consider the weather and activities you have planned. Don’t forget to pack comfortable shoes.

2. Toiletries: Pack full-sized toiletries such as shampoo, conditioner, soap, and toothpaste in your checked luggage. Remember to pack these items in a clear plastic bag if you’re flying internationally.

3. Electronics: Pack your electronics such as laptops, cameras, and other devices in your checked luggage.

4. Books and magazines: Pack books, magazines, and other printed materials in your checked luggage.

5. Snacks: Pack some snacks such as granola bars, nuts, or dried fruit in your checked luggage.

6. Gifts: If you’re bringing gifts for family or friends, pack them in your checked luggage.

7. Souvenirs: If you’re planning to buy souvenirs during your trip, pack them in your checked luggage.

8. Extra bags: Pack an extra bag or two in case you need to bring back more items than you anticipated.

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