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13.03.2023 / 07:37

B.C. resident frustrated after Flair flight cancellation ‘mess’

Flair flight to Arizona when the flight was cancelled Friday.“They offered to reschedule, but the rescheduling was having us leave Tuscon on March 17 and have us going from Prince George to Tuscon on the 24th,” Crosby said. “It was just a mess.”Crosby said they cancelled their tickets, and a Flair employee offered them “an equitable amount” comparable to what they paid, however, shortly afterwards, they received an email for a different amount.

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More Canadian families expected to begin travelling amid eased restrictions: Expert

Canada changes COVID-19 border rules for unvaccinated, partially vaccinated kids “Every easing of restrictions makes it easier for people to travel, especially for families,” Travel Best Bets President Claire Newell told Global News.“With this round of restrictions…that’s where I really noticed a lot more families excited to start travelling.”Newell says the testing requirements were a hindrance for many families with younger children.“That pre-flight test has been expensive and it’s also been a hassle,” she said. “It (was) an added step and an added cost.”However, pre-entry tests will still be required for partially vaccinated or unvaccinated travellers ages 12 and older who are currently eligible to travel to Canada.That’s something Winnipeg parent Erica Suderman is familiar with.

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Travel: Transport Canada cruise rules to keep passengers safe

Cruise ships will be returning to Canadian waters in April. Claire Newell joins Paul Haysom to talk about what new COVID-19 rules will be in place to keep passengers safe.

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Travel Best Bets: WestJet feeling the impact of Omicron

WestJet has been forced to cut flights because of severe staffing shortages. Travel Consultant Claire Newell talks about whether this will impact spring break travel.

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How to deal with international travel barriers

With international borders reopening you can now book that overseas holiday, but you’ll have to be prepared to deal with some logistical barriers. Travel consultant Claire Newell explains.

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Cross border travel could soon return between Canada and the U.S.

The federal government is easing quarantine restrictions for fully vaccinated Canadians. Travel consultant Claire Newell discusses what this means for Canadian travellers who want to head south.

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‘It’s inconvenient and very expensive’: 5 Vancouver hotels approved for government quarantine

COVID-19 test result.That could take up to three days, and travellers will be on the hook for the cost of the hotel.Five hotels in Vancouver have been approved by the federal government:However, you can’t call the hotel directly to book a quarantine stay, said Claire Newell, founder of the Travel Best Bets agency. Instead, you have to call the 1-800 number on the government’s website (1-800-461-9999).“You have to pre-pay, non-refundable, for three nights, regardless of the fact that you may only stay for two if your (COVID) tests come back negative,” she added.

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Questions about the new travel restrictions? Expert breaks it all down

Travel expert Claire Newell breaks down new travel restrictions aimed at curbing the spread of COVID-19 and new variants amid the pandemic.

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Confused about the new travel restrictions? Expert breaks it down

announced new travel restrictions in the hope of limiting the spread of COVID-19, but many people are still left confused.Vancouver-based travel expert, Claire Newell, recently joined The Morning Show to discuss current travel restrictions and what they mean for Canadians.

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Reaction from travel industry to Canada suspending flights to sun destinations

Travel expert Claire Newell says the prime minister’s latest move to suspend all Canadian flights to sun destinations is not unexpected and likely due to concerns about spring break travel.

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Canada’s November 2020 status for European travel

Travel expert Claire Newell has an update on travel restrictions in the European Union following a surge of COVID-19 cases in North America.

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Westjet promises refunds for cancelled flights

WestJet is going to begin refunding customers whose flights were cancelled due to the pandemic. Travel expert Claire Newell has the details.

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What precautions is Disneyland taking amid COVID-19?

Travel expert Claire Newell with Travel Best Bets explains how Disney is reopening its theme parks in stages to try and keep visitors safe.

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Advice for Canadians currently on vacation or those with trips booked

Travel expert Claire Newell looks whether people on vacation should try to return home to Canada immediately. She also explores what people looking to cancel upcoming vacations can expect.

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