American Invests in 260 Narrow Body Aircraft

  The Fort Worth-based carrier announced an order of 260 new aircraft, nearly evenly split between the three major manufacturers.   Order Comes with Goal of Retiring Small Aircraft, Increasing Premium Seating American’s order is split into three parts. The carrier will receive 85 Boeing 737 MAX-10 aircraft, 85 Airbus …

Wyndham Rewards Begins Member Month in March

  The hospitality company announced their annual Wyndham Rewards Member Month promotion starting on February 29, 2024.   Monthlong Promotion Includes Rewards for Stays, Shopping, and Sweepstakes To take advantage of the monthlong promotion, rewards members must visit the Wyndham website and to register. Once complete, guests will be able …

Transportation Department Proposes Major Wheelchair Changes

  Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg announced the proposed rule changes on Thursday, February 29, 2024.   Changes Include New Passenger Protections, Airline Demands Under the new rule proposals, any mishandling of a wheelchair – defined as being lost, delayed, damaged, or stolen – would immediately become a violation of the …

Chinese Carriers Cleared to Increase U.S. Flights

  Reuters reports the U.S. Department of Transportation has cleared an increase of weekly round trips by Chinese carriers to 50 starting on March 31, 2024.   Move Opens Up China Travel Ahead of Summer Season Currently, Chinese carriers are only allowed to have 35 round trip flights weekly between …

Marriott Bonvoy: Use Points for Taylor Swift Tickets

  The hospitality giant announced a sweepstakes to get into the show, along with multiple ticket sales for Marriott Bonvoy points.   Taylor Swift Tickets Available Through Marriott Bonvoy Moments Marriott – a touring sponsor of The Eras Tour in select cities – is offering the promotion in two phases. …

Ryanair Looks at Schedule Cuts Due to Cut Boeing 737 MAX Production

  Reuters reports airline leadership is looking at the cuts after the aerospace giant could not commit to previously scheduled deliveries for the airline.   Ryanair Could Experience “Minor Cuts,” Reducing Expected Passenger Load by 5 Million After a Boeing 737 MAX operated by Alaska Airlines experienced a door plug …

Marriott Opens New Partnership, Limited-Time Status Match with Cathay Pacific

Marriott Opens New Partnership, Limited-Time Status Match with Cathay Pacific

  The hospitality giant and airline announced a new partnership with Cathay Membership program, the loyalty arm of Cathay Pacific.   Partnership Offers Reciprocal Status Match Across Both Programs Under the agreement, members not only get a limited-time status match across both programs, but also the opportunity to earn more …

Oneworld Debuts New Lounge in Amsterdam Schiphol

Oneworld Debuts New Lounge in Amsterdam Schiphol

  As seen on the FlyerTalk forums, FlyerTalker SleepySynapse was one of the first to visit the new oneworld lounge after it opened on Wednesday, February 21, 2024.   “The New Lounge Has Certainly Been Worth the Wait” With a capacity of 118, the new space at Shiphol is open …

IHG Launches New Midscale Brand with Garner

  The company announced the launch of Garner hotels, described as a space with “easy going stays that get you on your way.”   Garner Plans for 500 Hotels in U.S. by 2034 Since the return to travel after the pandemic, hotels are expanding into the midscale hotel space. Announced …

Air Canada Partners with Landline for Expanded Network Reach

  The Canadian flag carrier announced they will begin offering luxury coach service from Toronto to Hamilton and Waterloo starting in May 2024.   Hamilton and Waterloo Coaches Part of a Potential Bigger Expansion The pilot program will begin with six non-stop round-trips from Toronto Pearson International Airport to two …