Sunday, November 2, 2008

Air Travellers Get the Net at YYZ


Trying to open up an important e-mail in an airport and finding out there's no connectivity in the terminal can put someone into a bit of a funk. That is why the Greater Toronto Airports Authority (GTAA) and Plaza Premium Lounge have teamed up with Samsung Electronics Canada to bring an innovative new lounge to Terminal 1 at Toronto Pearson Airport.
Visitors travelling through the Toronto Pearson Lounge can now expect to have full wireless internet access as well as the use of Samsung printers, monitors and large departure screens.
Run Hulse, vice-president of IT marketing for Samsung Electronics Canada, is excited about the partnership with the GTAA and the opportunity it will provide for Canadians who travel by air.
"Canadians are busier than ever and need options that will support their hectic lifestyles, even while travelling," said Hulse. "This new lounge offers the most up-to-date, technologically-advanced products that will support connectivity, whether it's for business or personal reasons."
Steve Shaw, vice-president of marketing and business development with the GTAA, is pleased to have Samsung Electronics Canada as a partner in this venture.
"Passengers will have the option of relaxing in this new and innovative space when travelling through Terminal One (at Toronto Pearson Airport) no matter which airline they are flying with," said Shaw.
The Toronto Pearson Lounge will have a pay-as-you-go fare with each visit costing $35. The price will let the visitor have full access to all of the products provided for them in the lounge including unlimited food and beverages. Frequent travellers can take an opportunity and purchase an annual membership for the lounge at a cost of $399 per year.
Hulse believes that the Toronto Pearson Lounge will provide a valuable service.
"Whether they (visitors) need to send a quick e-mail home or a report to their boss or they just want to enjoy a relaxing drink and refreshments before their long flight, the new lounge will allow them to go about their business in comfort and style."

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