Airlines Pledge New Protections for Flyer Accessibility

  Airlines for America released a letter signed by the heads of seven airlines, promising new work to ensure everyone can travel by air without difficulty.   Promises Include Advisory Group, Improved Transfers for Disabled Flyers The letter acknowledges “Passengers with disabilities represent one of the fastest growing traveler segments, …

Delta Pilots Prepare for Strike, While United Aviators Reject Contract

  In two separate moves, Delta Air Lines ALPA pilots overwhelmingly voted to authorize a future strike over their contract, while the United Airlines pilots organized by the union voted down a tentative contract agreement.   Delta Pilots Prepare to Strike Over Stalled Contract Negotiations The ALPA announced the results …

Air Canada Aeroplan Sees Downgrades to 2023 Program

  As seen on the FlyerTalk forums, Air Canada Aeroplan is changing benefits for those in the Aeroplan 35K and Aeroplan 50K tiers, ranging from Priority Rewards to lounge access.   Aeroplan 35K Lose Maple Leaf Lounge Access, While Aeroplan 50K Gains New Lounge Access The biggest changes are coming …

United VIPs Get Escorts in Jaguar Electric SUVs

  The airline announced select MileagePlus Premier flyers will be offered an escort to the gate in an electric 2023 Jaguar I-PACE HSE.   New Partnership Expected to Transport Over 1,000 United Flyers Daily Under the new agreement, United will operate the Jaguar I-PACE HSE at their major U.S. hubs …

Aman Tokyo Review: Peace and Quiet in the Heart of Tokyo

Japan is open once again. Come see my review of one of the world’s finest urban hotels in the heart of Tokyo. Click through because the pictures are gorgeous! The post Aman Tokyo Review: Peace and Quiet in the Heart of Tokyo appeared first on Andy's Travel Blog. Source: Andys …

JetBlue Moves into Brand New Orlando Terminal

  In a press release, JetBlue announced they have officially moved into Orlando International Airport’s new Terminal C as the only U.S. based carrier in the terminal.   New Building Features Automated TSA Lanes, New Baggage Handling System The move will consolidate all of JetBlue’s current operations at MCO into …

Allegiant Won HOW MANY USA Today 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards?

  In the 2022 version of the 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards, Allegiant Air walked away with the awards for Best Frequent Flyer Program and Best Airline Credit Card, while Wyndham Rewards walked away with honors for Best Hotel Loyalty Program and Best Hotel Credit Card.   Discount Brands Earn Top …

British Airways Returns to Original Tier Point Requirements in 2023

  The airline sent a communication to British Airways Executive Club members on Wednesday, October 19, 2022, informing them of the upcoming change to tier status requirements.   New Tier Statuses Revert to Pre-Pandemic Levels Throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, many airlines reduced their elite status requirements to encourage travelers to …

Garter Snake Creates Stir on United Flight

  Reuters reports the incident happened aboard a flight between Tampa International Airport (TPA) and Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR).   Stowaway Snake Makes Appearance at End of Flight According to those aboard the flight, most of the trip was uneventful between Florida and the New York-area airport. It wasn’t …