AC 'Expands' MLL Access to Tango Fares
Sep 15, 2009, 1:55 pm
#1
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Join Date: Mar 2005
Location: Calgary
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AC 'Expands' MLL Access to Tango Fares
You can now buy MLL access from almost any fare base.
There has been a price 'enhancement' as well.
"Expanded Maple Leaf Lounge access
Looking for a private, serene escape from the bustle of airport activity as you await your flight? Now, no matter what Economy class fare family you choose for travel within Canada or between Canada and the United States, you can add the Maple Leaf Lounge Travel Option to your booking.
What’s more, Tango Plus customers travelling to our Sun and International destinations can also take advantage of the travel option.
Remember: no matter how many Maple Leaf Lounges are available between your origin and destination, you can relax at each one along the way for just one low price:
For travel within Canada and between Canada & the United States:
* Latitude customers: $30 per one-way
* Tango Plus customers: $35 per one-way
* Tango customers: $45 per one-way
For travel to Sun and International destinations:
* Latitude customers: $45 per one-way
* Tango Plus customers: $55 per one-way
As always, Air Canada Elite, Super Elite & Star Alliance Gold travellers, as well as Maple Leaf Club members and customers travelling in Executive Class and Executive First, will continue to enjoy complimentary access to our Maple Leaf Lounges.
If you’ve already purchased an eligible itinerary at aircanada.com, you can add the Maple Leaf Lounge Travel Option by retrieving your booking, and clicking the “Select travel options” link.
Learn more about Air Canada Maple Leaf Lounge locations, features and privileges."
http://www.aircanada.com/en/news/090915.html?src=hp_wn
There has been a price 'enhancement' as well.
"Expanded Maple Leaf Lounge access
Looking for a private, serene escape from the bustle of airport activity as you await your flight? Now, no matter what Economy class fare family you choose for travel within Canada or between Canada and the United States, you can add the Maple Leaf Lounge Travel Option to your booking.
What’s more, Tango Plus customers travelling to our Sun and International destinations can also take advantage of the travel option.
Remember: no matter how many Maple Leaf Lounges are available between your origin and destination, you can relax at each one along the way for just one low price:
For travel within Canada and between Canada & the United States:
* Latitude customers: $30 per one-way
* Tango Plus customers: $35 per one-way
* Tango customers: $45 per one-way
For travel to Sun and International destinations:
* Latitude customers: $45 per one-way
* Tango Plus customers: $55 per one-way
As always, Air Canada Elite, Super Elite & Star Alliance Gold travellers, as well as Maple Leaf Club members and customers travelling in Executive Class and Executive First, will continue to enjoy complimentary access to our Maple Leaf Lounges.
If you’ve already purchased an eligible itinerary at aircanada.com, you can add the Maple Leaf Lounge Travel Option by retrieving your booking, and clicking the “Select travel options” link.
Learn more about Air Canada Maple Leaf Lounge locations, features and privileges."
http://www.aircanada.com/en/news/090915.html?src=hp_wn
Sep 15, 2009, 3:09 pm
#2
Join Date: Jul 2006
Location: YYZ
Programs: AC-SE MM
Posts: 1,251
You can now buy MLL access from almost any fare base.
There has been a price 'enhancement' as well.
"Expanded Maple Leaf Lounge access
Looking for a private, serene escape from the bustle of airport activity as you await your flight? Now, no matter what Economy class fare family you choose for travel within Canada or between Canada and the United States, you can add the Maple Leaf Lounge Travel Option to your booking.
What’s more, Tango Plus customers travelling to our Sun and International destinations can also take advantage of the travel option.
Remember: no matter how many Maple Leaf Lounges are available between your origin and destination, you can relax at each one along the way for just one low price:
For travel within Canada and between Canada & the United States:
* Latitude customers: $30 per one-way
* Tango Plus customers: $35 per one-way
* Tango customers: $45 per one-way
For travel to Sun and International destinations:
* Latitude customers: $45 per one-way
* Tango Plus customers: $55 per one-way
As always, Air Canada Elite, Super Elite & Star Alliance Gold travellers, as well as Maple Leaf Club members and customers travelling in Executive Class and Executive First, will continue to enjoy complimentary access to our Maple Leaf Lounges.
If you’ve already purchased an eligible itinerary at aircanada.com, you can add the Maple Leaf Lounge Travel Option by retrieving your booking, and clicking the “Select travel options” link.
Learn more about Air Canada Maple Leaf Lounge locations, features and privileges."
http://www.aircanada.com/en/news/090915.html?src=hp_wn
There has been a price 'enhancement' as well.
"Expanded Maple Leaf Lounge access
Looking for a private, serene escape from the bustle of airport activity as you await your flight? Now, no matter what Economy class fare family you choose for travel within Canada or between Canada and the United States, you can add the Maple Leaf Lounge Travel Option to your booking.
What’s more, Tango Plus customers travelling to our Sun and International destinations can also take advantage of the travel option.
Remember: no matter how many Maple Leaf Lounges are available between your origin and destination, you can relax at each one along the way for just one low price:
For travel within Canada and between Canada & the United States:
* Latitude customers: $30 per one-way
* Tango Plus customers: $35 per one-way
* Tango customers: $45 per one-way
For travel to Sun and International destinations:
* Latitude customers: $45 per one-way
* Tango Plus customers: $55 per one-way
As always, Air Canada Elite, Super Elite & Star Alliance Gold travellers, as well as Maple Leaf Club members and customers travelling in Executive Class and Executive First, will continue to enjoy complimentary access to our Maple Leaf Lounges.
If you’ve already purchased an eligible itinerary at aircanada.com, you can add the Maple Leaf Lounge Travel Option by retrieving your booking, and clicking the “Select travel options” link.
Learn more about Air Canada Maple Leaf Lounge locations, features and privileges."
http://www.aircanada.com/en/news/090915.html?src=hp_wn
There isnt enough room now so whats next. The ML Lounge at one time was a place for SE and E as well as Amex holders. It was a privilege. Not anymore!
Sep 15, 2009, 3:26 pm
#5
Join Date: May 2004
Location: Toronto
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Very poor dilution...
...me and marge where in Dom YVR on Monday a.m. and could NOT find a seat...so we relaxed against the rail (for 5+ minutes)...diligently eyeing who was leaving and in a burst of speed I happened to beat a guy by the magazines cuz he didnt think ahead. I abandoned my bag while he carried his.....HA!
Yes this is what it has come to
Yes this is what it has come to
Sep 15, 2009, 3:27 pm
#6
Join Date: Dec 2006
Location: Closer to YTZ
Programs: Fairmont Platinum | AC Gate Lice Status | VIPorter
Posts: 2,554
As I've opined for some time now...AC is moving towards an E/E+ business model, with all E+ services as paid.
MLL access, and now you can upgrade to E+ err I mean to Exec. class via online check-in many times.
The costly to administer 3-tier status program will be dropped in favor of a 2 tiered scheme (Basic, and Premium) , and all amenities, perks, and upgrades will be available via paid access.
When AC removed J seats from all A320s the writing was on the wall as to how much they value E and SE business.
MLL access, and now you can upgrade to E+ err I mean to Exec. class via online check-in many times.
The costly to administer 3-tier status program will be dropped in favor of a 2 tiered scheme (Basic, and Premium) , and all amenities, perks, and upgrades will be available via paid access.
When AC removed J seats from all A320s the writing was on the wall as to how much they value E and SE business.
Sep 15, 2009, 5:13 pm
#9
Join Date: Dec 2006
Location: Closer to YTZ
Programs: Fairmont Platinum | AC Gate Lice Status | VIPorter
Posts: 2,554
I just received this email.
I suspect their plan is as follows, for example: sell 100 seats at $10 less than Westjet's. And then hope that 1 in 5 people spend an an additional $40 on extra stuff.
It's the only way they can compete with the likes of Westjet.
Discover an oasis of comfort and productivity
Dear
Relaxation and productivity are not something you would normally associate with the airport experience. That is, until now. I invite you to discover the Maple Leaf Club™. This is your chance to relax in comfort, while making the most of your time at the airport.
Access over 50 lounges
The Maple Leaf Club membership gives you access to over 50* lounges in North America and four lounges in Europe. Entry is yours for only $225 CA including taxes.
For only $124 more—access over 235 lounges worldwide
Or, choose the Maple Leaf Club Worldwide membership and open doors to over 235 lounges around the world for only $349 CA including taxes. This membership welcomes a guest to join you in the lounge with our compliments.
Breeze through Executive First® / Executive Class® Priority Check-in**—another privilege Maple Leaf Club membership offers.
Both offers are available until September 30, 2009, and grant access† until April 30, 2010.
Your time is precious. Make the most of it with a Maple Leaf Club membership.
Benjamin Smith
Executive Vice President and Chief Commercial Officer
I suspect their plan is as follows, for example: sell 100 seats at $10 less than Westjet's. And then hope that 1 in 5 people spend an an additional $40 on extra stuff.
It's the only way they can compete with the likes of Westjet.
Discover an oasis of comfort and productivity
Dear
Relaxation and productivity are not something you would normally associate with the airport experience. That is, until now. I invite you to discover the Maple Leaf Club™. This is your chance to relax in comfort, while making the most of your time at the airport.
Access over 50 lounges
The Maple Leaf Club membership gives you access to over 50* lounges in North America and four lounges in Europe. Entry is yours for only $225 CA including taxes.
For only $124 more—access over 235 lounges worldwide
Or, choose the Maple Leaf Club Worldwide membership and open doors to over 235 lounges around the world for only $349 CA including taxes. This membership welcomes a guest to join you in the lounge with our compliments.
Breeze through Executive First® / Executive Class® Priority Check-in**—another privilege Maple Leaf Club membership offers.
Both offers are available until September 30, 2009, and grant access† until April 30, 2010.
Your time is precious. Make the most of it with a Maple Leaf Club membership.
Benjamin Smith
Executive Vice President and Chief Commercial Officer
Sep 15, 2009, 5:42 pm
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Sep 15, 2009, 5:47 pm
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