Alaska Airlines & Hawaiian Airlines To Combine. Here’s What We Know.

In major news, Hawaiian Airlines and Alaska Airlines will combine. The exact logistics for how this will impact members of both loyalty programs aren't known, but we know there will be just one loyalty program going forward. We also know that Alaska is acquiring Hawaiian; however, the verbiage in the press release oscillates between references to keeping both airlines and having a single airline going forward. Here's what we know and what we don't know about this major announcement.

Hyatt Expands Milestone Rewards, Caps Guest of Honor Bookings in Loyalty Program Revamp

Hyatt is revamping the World of Hyatt program for 2024. World of Hyatt members will soon get expanded Milestone Rewards options and be able to share awards with other members. However, from new limitations on Guest of Honor bookings to eliminating elite status earnings through hosting a set number of events, these changes aren't good news for everyone. Here's a full breakdown of the changes.

Use CLEAR Plus and Reserve To Skip the Security Line… In An Airport Without CLEAR Lanes

CLEAR has a new way to get through Airport security faster called CLEAR Reserve, and you don't need a CLEAR membership to use it. CLEAR Reserve is also available at select airports outside of the U.S. Toronto is the newest airport where you can make reservations. Here is what the program means for travelers, and how CLEAR Plus members can skip the line without an appointment.