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  The hospitality company announced the option as one of three new Marriott Bonvoy Experiences with new partner MGM Resorts International. All three packages will be available starting March 6, 2024.   Experiences Include Golf Outing, Behind the Scenes at Cirque Of the three available MGM Resorts experiences with Bonvoy …

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  Politico reports the comments come during lead investigator Jennifer Homendy’s testimony before the Senate Commerce Committee.   Homendy: “We Don’t Have the Records.” In her discussion with the committee, Homendy claims both Boeing and Spirit Aerosystems have not provided key information which would shine light on how the door …

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  The small hospitality company launched their own loyalty program, Brilliant by Langham, at the end of February 2024.   Four Brands and Toronto’s Chelsea Hotel Participate in Brilliant Around 30 hotels across four brands primarily focused on Asia will participate in Brilliant by Langham, including The Langham Hotels and …

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  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 …

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  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 …

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  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 …

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  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 …

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  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. …

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  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 …

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