Delta, Southwest Take Top Honors in 2024 J.D. Power Study

  The two carriers were honored as the top in passenger experience from the J.D. Power 2024 North America Airline Satisfaction Study, released on May 8, 2024.   Safety and Media Coverage Top Factors in Satisfaction Scores In the First/Business segment, Delta came out on top with a total satisfaction …

JetBlue and Etihad Expand Codeshare Through Loyalty Partnership

  The New York-based airline announced the new loyalty partnership with long-time codeshare partner Etihad Airways, effective on May 8, 2024.   Loyalty Partnership Opens Award Travel, But Doesn’t Specify Reciprocal Recognition Under the new partnership, members of TrueBlue will be able to earn points when traveling aboard Etihad flights …

Spirit CEO: U.S. Aviation “Seems Ever More Like a Rigged Game”

  Christie made the comments during the airline’s 2024 first quarter earnings call, held on Monday, May 6, 2024.   Christie Slams DOJ and Shareholders for Merger Breakup, Says Current Normal Benefits Legacy Carriers In his opening comments, he lauded the success of opening their new central campus near Fort …

Spain Budget Travel Guide: 50 Ways to save in Spain

Spain Budget Travel Guide: 50 Ways to save in Spain

Making plans for a trip to Spain? We’re not surprised. The country is a favorite with travelers, and it makes good sense — what’s not to like about a place packed with adventures for every kind of visitor: tasty cuisine, iconic sights, famous museums and traditional markets and shops, not …

European Carriers Probed Over Alleged Greenwashing

  Reuters reports some of the airlines receiving investigation letters include the carriers under Lufthansa Group, Air France KLM, Norwegian Air, and SAS.   EU Seeks Scientific Proof Airlines are Offsetting Emissions Under Lufthansa group alone, the airlines in question include Brussels Airlines, Lufthansa, SWISS, Austrian Airlines, and Eurowings. However, …

Unruly Flyer to Pay United $20,638 for Diversion

  The U.S. Department of Justice announced 30-year-old Alexander Michael Dominic MacDonald will pay the carrier $20,638 for causing the disturbance which led to his arrest.   Fight With Companion Started Events to Cause Diversion According to the Justice Department, the incident began aboard a flight on March 1, 2024 …

Flyers Say They Would Switch Seats – For the Right Reason

  But according to a new YouGov poll, many strangers would be happy to make the switch for the right reasons.   Spoiler alert: Cash isn’t one of them.   Top Reasons to Switch Seats is for Children, Spouses, or Upgrades The poll asked 700 U.S. adults from the ages …

British Airways Introduces New Interiors, Beverage Offerings in Premium Cabins

  As shared on the FlyerTalk forums, the latest additions to British Airways’ in-flight experience includes new food, drinks, and entertainment options across cabins.   Front-of-Cabin Guests Get New Single Malts, While Short Haul Gets New Cabin The biggest product boost comes to those flying international premium cabins, including First, …

When’s the Best Time to Go to Europe for Budget Travelers?

When’s the Best Time to Go to Europe for Budget Travelers?

Chapter 1: The Best Time to Go to Europe for Budget Travelers If you have the flexibility to choose the timing of your next trip, you can find big savings and probably have a better trip. Note: This is Chapter One in our Ultimate Budget Travel Guide to Europe. Let’s …

FAA Reauthorization Bill Includes Family Seating Rules, Extends Voucher Life

  Reuters reports the new regulations are part of the five year, $105 billion FAA reauthorization bill, which could be approved by the U.S. Senate before the week ending May 3, 2024.   New Regulations Designed to Help U.S. Aviation Maintain “Gold Standard” The bill comes after both chambers of …