Porter flies to the top at Tourism Awards

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PORTER AIRLINES

************************* Tourism Sault Ste. Marie names Porter Airlines Business of the Year TORONTO - (October 28, 2011) – Porter Airlines was recognized as Business of the Year at Tourism Sault Ste. Marie’s 8th annual tourism awards, where industry leaders are acknowledged for their contribution to the community. Business of the Year is awarded to an organization that has played a role in the development of the tourism industry.

Through creating jobs, introducing greater competition and opening convenient links to connecting destinations, Porter has revolutionized short-haul air travel and the tourism landscape in Sault Ste. Marie. “Sault Ste. Marie proved to be one of our strongest-ever market launches.” said Robert Deluce, president and CEO of Porter Airlines. “It is wonderful to receive recognition from the Sault Ste. Marie community as it demonstrates the positive implications of our service.”

Porter’s conveniently-timed service offers passengers travelling to Sault Ste. Marie unique access from the downtown Toronto City Airport as, well as a range of domestic and U.S. destinations. "Upon arrival in Sault Ste. Marie, Porter Airlines immediately expressed an interest in working with the tourism industry to provide a high quality and affordable transportation link from Toronto,” said Ian McMillan, Executive Director of Tourism Sault Ste. Marie. “This has already paid dividends in helping Tourism Sault Ste. Marie attract increased sports tournaments, conventions and leisure travellers to our city. They are certainly a worthy recipient of the Business of the Year award." About Porter Airlines

Porter Airlines is Canada’s third-largest scheduled carrier, based at Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport.

Porter is an Official 4 Star Airline® in the World Airline Star Rating® by Skytrax, committed to offering speed, convenience and service as part of a premium travel experience.

A refined journey begins on the ground with comfortable airport lounges and service-oriented team members.

The experience continues seamlessly in the air with spacious interiors and well-appointed crew.

Passengers enjoy complimentary services, including free in-flight wine, beer and premium snacks, all aboard modern aircraft. The airline currently offers flights to Toronto, Ottawa, Montreal, Quebec City, Moncton, Halifax, St. John’s, Thunder Bay, Sault Ste. Marie, Sudbury, Timmins, Windsor, New York (Newark), Chicago (Midway), Boston (Logan), and has seasonal flights to Mt. Tremblant, Que., Myrtle Beach, S.C. and Burlington, VT. Join VIPorter frequent flyer program to earn a free flight after as few as five one-way trips.

Visit www.flyporter.com or call (888) 619-8622 for more information.

************************* SooToday.com's Brad Coccimiglio will have more coverage of last night's Tourism Awards later.