Where Do You Take-Off?

April 21, 2011

2010 saw a growing number of Canadians travel to the United States before hopping a plane for both personal and business travel. Rising airport taxes, fees and surcharges in Canada are a large contributor. Canadian hotels, airports and related businesses are noticing the impact on their bottom lines.

This article by The Canadian Press includes some shocking statistics on this growing trend in the travel industry.  Have a read.  We at the Best Western Kelowna would like to know, has rising airport taxes, etc. caused you to drive to the U.S. before taking-off? Leave a comment on our facebook page or send us a tweet @bwkelowna.

Read the article here: http://tinyurl.com/3nsa9gh



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