Tourism

‘Rough’ and ‘wild’ Ottawa a hit with visitors increasingly interested in ‘dark tourism’

As the leaves fall and temperatures drop, the tourism season is drawing to a close for most local businesses. But for those that deal in the dark and macabre, the next few weeks are expected to bring one last flurry of activity.

Ottawa’s ‘cool little sister’: Outaouais finding a niche as a tourist destination, officials say

Tourism in Ottawa has bounced back from pandemic lows over the past few years and across the river, the city’s smaller, outdoorsy neighbour is also reaping the benefits.

Air Transat announces flight from YOW to London Gatwick starting next year

Travellers will have another transatlantic route out of the Ottawa International Airport starting next spring.

Porter Airlines to fly from YOW to Miami and Phoenix starting next year, airline announces

Porter Airlines is introducing two new routes and increasing capacity on three others in Ottawa.

Porter, American Airlines partnership provides access to more destinations

Porter Airlines is teaming up with American Airlines to give Canadian and U.S. travellers access to more destinations, including Ottawa.

Algonquin, Porter expand partnership to support aircraft maintenance students

Algonquin College is expanding its partnership with Porter Airlines to provide financial aid for students aiming for careers in aviation.

Two downtown hotels, the Westin and the Delta, to get $56M in upgrades and renos

The owners of The Westin Ottawa and the Delta Ottawa Hotel are investing more than $55 million to upgrade the two properties.

Alt Hotel Ottawa Airport to open next year with construction complete by end of 2025

Group Germain Hotels’ new hotel at the Ottawa International Airport is on track to be completed by the end of the year, a company spokesperson told OBJ on Monday.

YOW-Heathrow direct flight to continue through the winter, Air Canada announces

Air Canada announced Tuesday that its non-stop route between Ottawa and London will continue to operate through the off-season.

Porter grounds Ottawa-Las Vegas flight, Air Canada pauses Heathrow flight for the winter

The approach of a new travel season has brought a few changes to flights servicing the Ottawa International Airport.
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