March 29, 2024

Richmond weighs in on airport pipeline idea

A decision could be made by the end of the month on whether a proposed pipeline project in Richmond will go ahead. But the City of Richmond is hoping two Provincial Ministers will hear from it first. Mayor Malcolm Brodie says he still has concerns, particularly around fire safety. An Environmental Assessment has been completed and sent to … [Read more...]

Long Beach Airport Delivers New and Improved Terminal

A far cry from the trailers of yore, the new terminal at Long Beach Airport offers a taste of local cuisine, upscale amenities, and all around comfort. Plus, wine stewards. Fodor's Travel News … [Read more...]

8 Best Airport Wine Bars

We know you don't need a glass of wine on your way to visit your loved ones this holiday season. We wrote this for your friend. Tell your friend to plan his or her layovers accordingly. Fodor's Travel News … [Read more...]

Woman lucky to be alive after attempted drug smuggle at Vancouver airport

The Canada Border Services Agency says a woman was caught at Vancouver International Airport on Tuesday, trying to smuggle in suspected heroine. The woman was questioned, arrested and taken to hospital as she tried to return to Canada. She had to undergo emergency surgery to remove 51 pellets packaged in condoms. This is the third person in since … [Read more...]

Canadian pedophile arrested at Vancouver Airport

A Canadian man who served five years in a Thailand jail for sexual offenses against children has been arrested by RCMP. RCMP Cpl. Matt Van Laer says 37-year-old Christopher Neil was taken into custody as soon as he arrived at the Vancouver International Airport Friday night. "We felt it was important for people to know that Mr. Neil was coming … [Read more...]

Brothers assaulted at Abbotsford Airport

Abbotsford Police are asking for the public's help, identifying a teenage boy who assautled two young boys inside a washroom at Abbotsford Airport. It happened on Wednesday just after noon, when the six and nine-year-old brothers were approached in front of the urinals. The teen grabbed the younger boy by the genitals, and bit the older one in the … [Read more...]

Newest Airport Staff Members Are Courteous, Helpful, and Not Human

They have names like Paige and Carla, and can provide directions on security procedures in two languages, information on forms of identification for customs-destined international travelers, or other basic facts. And they are not human. Fodor's Travel News … [Read more...]

Travels with Mini-Me: Navigating the Airport

The general consensus on traveling with kids is that it's all headaches and delay-induced boredom. Not for this Fodor's writer. Traveling with her Mini-Me is all delicious treats and airport adventures. Fodor's Travel News … [Read more...]

Small plane crashes at Pitt Meadows Airport

A small plane has crashed at the airport in Pitt Meadows. Assistant fire chief Brad Perrie says it happened about 7:40 a.m. "We arrived on scene and we had a homebuilt single engine aircraft that had lost power on take off and crashed into a ditch beside the runway.  When we arrived, the plane was fully engulfed in flames.  The single … [Read more...]

Flyers Reunite at Berlin’s New Brandenburg Airport

On June 3rd, more than 20 years after the fall of the wall that separated East and West Germany, travelers to and from Berlin will again unite, this time under the roof of one major international airport. Fodor's Travel News … [Read more...]