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Air Canada Wi-Fi

Stay connected in the sky.   Don’t let a long flight leave you feeling stranded.  On select North American, Caribbean and now International flights, you can email, browse the Web and access your social networks while you’re up in the clouds.

Air Canada now offers faster Wi-Fi on select North American, Caribbean and International flights. 

Save by purchasing Wi-Fi before your flight to Mexico, the Caribbean and within North America. Several options are available to you, from a 1-hour pass to subscription plans or you can buy on-board.

Air Canada Wi-Fi works on Wi-Fi-enabled devices that run Android®, Apple®, Blackberry® and Windows® platforms. Supported web browsers are Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox, Internet Explorer (8+), Microsoft Edge and Safari.

AwardWallet

Keep track of your loyalty programs with AwardWallet. This app allows you to view your frequent flyer miles as well as your hotel and credit card points all in one place. You can check your balance at any time, even if you're not online.

Available on: Android and iOS.

Cost: Free 

SeatGuru

SeatGuru lets you find your ideal seat on the plane and get real-time flight status alerts directly to your phone. Customer reviews and photos also mean that you can avoid any unpleasant surprises and make sure you have the seat you want before you sit down.

Available on: Android and iOS.

Cost: Free

Parkwhiz

If your traveling by car and don't know the city well, Parkwhiz will help you find a parking space in a secure garage or parking lot in 160 different cities nationwide. Shop around to find the best rates available and reserve in advance.

Available on: Android and iOS.

Cost: Free

Are Basic Economy Fares A Good Fit?

More and more airlines are introducing basic economy fares — but are they a good fit for your corporate travel program?

Basic economy fares are offered at a much lower price point but they often fall short of the benefits and amenities that business travellers need. In fact, they are designed for travellers who fly infrequently and usually contain restrictions that do not fall within a company's travel policy.

Here are a few things to keep in mind before booking a basic economy fare for business travel:

• Is there any chance that this trip could change? Could the dates move? Is it possible your meeting could run late? Basic economy fares are non-refundable and either restrict changes or do not allow them at all. For companies with considerable corporate travel spend, managing unused tickets and facilitating changes represent a large portion of business travel savings, which is restricted with these fares.
• How much baggage will be required for this trip? Basic economy may include a carry-on allowance but not checked baggage, which could be problematic for an extended trip
• Are seat selection and meals/refreshments important amenities? These are often restricted — or offered at a higher price — when you book a basic economy fare.
• Do you collect points? For business travellers enrolled in loyalty programs, these fares do not offer point accumulation.

While basic economy fares are offered at a lower price point, consider the additional costs and lost savings before deciding if they’re a good fit for your travel!

UNIGLOBE Travel can help you purchase the right fare for all your travel needs, business or pleasure.