American Express Opens Centurion Lounge at Reagan National Airport

American Express Opens Centurion Lounge at Reagan National Airport

  The financial services company opened their latest lounge at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) on Wednesday, July 17, 2024.   New Lounge Features Three Centurion Chefs in Space Inspired by DC History The new space is located in Terminal 2 of the airport, a short distance from the …

Best budget hotels in Munich for 2024

Best budget hotels in Munich for 2024

Munich has a lot to offer to budget travelers. Restaurants and shops abound, and the leafy streets and gorgeous buildings create a refined, elegant scene. And if you are looking for more hustle and bustle, Munich has that too. During Oktoberfest, you’ll also see the wild side of the city. …

Alaska Airlines Expands Flight Map Beyond West Coast

Alaska Airlines Expands Flight Map Beyond West Coast

  The airline announced 18 new routes now available for sale on their website, including their first ever service to Vail, Colorado, and flights from the Midwest to Mexico.   New Service Includes Flights to Mexico, Vail, Reno, and Costa Rica The new flights are designed to connect flyers to …

Delta Earns Nearly $2 Billion on American Express Cards Alone

  In the second quarter 2024 earnings call, held on July 11, 2024, Delta said the carrier earned $1.9 billion from their relationship with American Express   Earnings Part of Long-Term Goal to Earn $10 Billion From SkyMiles During the call, Delta president Glen Haustein told investors and reporters the …

Delta Enters Strategic Agreement with Riyadh Air

  The Atlanta-based airline announced signing a strategic agreement with Riyadh Air, with both carriers being the exclusive partner in their respective countries.   Future Plans Include Interline, Codesharing, and Loyalty Reciprocity The deal was signed during a ceremony at Delta’s headquarters with the Saudi Arabian carrier. The “Strategic Cooperation …

Choice Hotels Joins with IAG to Offer Avios Transfer Portal

  The hospitality company announced they have launched a new partnership with IAG Loyalty to allow guests to turn their hotel points into Avios.   Avios Joins 10 Airlines as Choice Hotels Transfer Partners Under the new agreement, Choice Privileges members will be able to turn their hotel points to …

American Adds More Utility to AAdvantage Miles

  The new bonuses were announced ahead of the long Independence Day weekend.   New Benefits Include WiFi for AAdvantage Miles, AAdvantage Experiences The additional options are part of the larger AAdvantage changes dating back to the beginning of the year, when American announced the first wave of benefits. Under …

Elliott Ramps Pressure on Southwest Board After New Director Voted In

  The management firm made their direction clear in a new letter to the Southwest board, as well as their new website pleading to investors at StongerSouthwest.com.   Elliott Warns They Will Work to “Give Shareholders a Direct Say” on Leadership In the letter from Elliott signed by partner John …

United Adds Weather Tracking to Delay Information

  United’s newest technological tool gives flyers access to local maps with real-time weather updates, giving them even more information about delays and what they can expect during the day.   Weather Maps Add New Layer of Customer Service From AI Tools The new tool leans on generative artificial intelligence …

Japan Airlines, ANA Introduce “Customer Harassment” Policies

  CNBC reports Japan Airlines and All Nippon Airways have jointly introduced a new code of conduct for flyers to follow, with penalties ranging from a warning up to police activity.   Harassment Defined as Abusive Language, Assault, and Deception The two airlines introduced the new code of conduct after …