Some travel agents are encouraging people to use their Airmiles and opt for packages if they can to try to offset the rising cost of a plane ticket. It comes on the heels of news that WestJet may launch a new cheaper fare category that would be available to travellers willing to fly without a carry-on bag. Jayme Doll reports.
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