Transportation Department Teams with Attorneys General to Probe Airlines

  The department announced the formation of the Airline Passenger Protection Partnership on Tuesday, April 16, 2024, during a ceremony at Denver International Airport (DEN).   Partnership Opens Federal Data Books for States Investigating Airlines Under the new cooperative, the 18 states joining the partnership will get additional resources to …

Wyndham Rewards Courts Business Travelers with New Program

  Called Wyndham Rewards Business, the new “generous loyalty program” offers businesses the opportunity to directly earn points for room, group, and event spending.   Program Acts Similar to Personal Rewards Program on Bigger Scale Under the new program, companies earn one point per dollar spent on “business-qualified stays,” which …

Atlanta and Dubai See the Most Passengers in 2023

  Airports Council International – World announced their list of the top 10 busiest airports of 2023, with Atlanta once again taking the top spot for all travelers.   Atlanta Sees Gains from 2022, but Dubai Increased Compared to Pre-Pandemic Atlanta has taken the top spot on the ACI World …

Belgium: Top-notch budget hotels in Bruges

Belgium: Top-notch budget hotels in Bruges

If, like us, you’re a sucker for a city full of history and charm, Bruges is a great option for you. Not only is it lovely — think picturesque canals, old brick buildings and historic museums and churches, to name a few — it’s also quite affordable! Luckily for Cheapos, …

British Airways American Express Increases Annual Fee, Companion Voucher Spend

  As found on the FlyerTalk forums, the card is now increasing the annual fee for new applicants to £300 ($376.27 USD), as well as the spend requirement to earn the companion pass.   Companion Pass Spend Jumps Over $18,000 for New Customers Of the two British Airways American Express …

Delta Revises Boarding Order in May 2024

  The Atlanta-based carrier announced a new numbered boarding zone lineup that will go into effect starting on Wednesday, May 1.   Diamond Medallion and Sky Priority Gives Way to Numbered Categories Under the current boarding order, flyers are categorized in one of nine different categories based on their booked …

After Failed Merger, Spirit Takes Measures to Preserve Cash

  Reuters reports the ultra-low-cost-carrier is looking for ways to keep their finances balanced after a planned merger with JetBlue was denied by a federal court.   New Deliveries Pushed Back to 2030, Furloughs Begin in September Even though travel demand is reaching new heights after the pandemic, Spirit Airlines …

United Cuts Planned Routes with FAA Review Looming

  Bloomberg reports the new routes from Newark to Portugal and Tokyo to The Philippines will be delayed as the Federal Aviation Administration reviews the carrier’s performance record.   Faro and Cebu Put on Backburner Pending Review In an email to the news outlet, United confirmed that two routes planned …

Alaska Receives Compensation from Boeing Over Door Plug Blowout

  The Associated Press reports the Chicago-based aerospace giant paid $160 million to Alaska as “initial compensation” with more money on the way.   First Compensation Payment Covers Loss Related to Incident According to the Seattle-based airline, the $160 million payment is related to losses after an unsecured door plug …

Transportation Department Encourages More Military Travel Benefits

  In an open letter to U.S.-based carriers, Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg is asking airlines to provide clear and consistent benefits detailed in public-facing customer service plans.   Enhanced Benefits Request Ahead of “Support Our Troops” Dashboard In his request to airlines, Buttigieg referenced his own service as a U.S. …