Delta to Introduce Biometrics for Boarding and Lounge Access by Sam Helmy June 17, 2017 31 Delta has announced that they will be introducing a Biometrics trial at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA). The new biometric boarding pass will eventually let passengers use their fingerprint to gain access to the Delta Sky Club, check a bag and board a flight. It is hoped that eventually biometrics will consign paper and mobile boarding passes to aviation history.
Iberia Awards Now Bookable on AA.com by Sam Helmy June 15, 2017 47 You can now use AA.com to search for award availability on Oneworld partner Iberia.
5,000 Bonus Miles for Joining Alaska Mileage Plan by Sam Helmy June 14, 2017 20 Alaska is offering a great deal; by joining before July 31, 2017, and taking a flight with Alaska by September 30, 2017, you will earn a 5,000-mile bonus. Keep in mind that Alaska awards start at 5,000 miles which make this bonus a great value.
United Adds New Transcon Route and Improves Amenities by Sam Helmy June 14, 2017 19 United is bringing a slew of changes to its transcon business, including a new premium transcon route, and improving amenities in Business class and Economy Plus. In its press release, United confirmed that the Summer of 2017 will add the Boston to San Francisco route as a premium service route.
Protect Your Data with 1Password Travel Mode by Sam Helmy June 13, 2017 23 If you're concerned when traveling with your secure data, specifically password vaults on international travel, take a look at 1Password's new travel mode.
Double Alaska Miles With Partner Airlines This Summer by Sam Helmy June 9, 2017 31 Alaska Airlines has announced a promotion that allows you to earn double miles for economy flights throughout the summer of 2017 on selected routes with partner airlines. The offer is valid through September 30, 2017.
More Than Just Travel Challenges in Qatar by Sam Helmy June 7, 2017 44 If you have travel planned to/through Qatar, you might want to review your plans.
Earn up to 6,000 JetBlue Bonus Miles this Summer by Sam Helmy May 31, 2017 34 JetBlue’s latest summer promotion is targeted at residents of New York and Boston -- JetBlue's east coast hubs. The promotions are valid to July 23, 2017, and you can pick up to 6,000 bonus miles for flights in and out of New York or Massachusetts this summer.
Innovative Solution to Overhead Bin Crowding by Sam Helmy May 22, 2017 63 What if the storage space below the seat in front of you were doubled but didn't negatively affect the comfort of your seat or the person in front of you? Some college students may have just figured out how to do it.
The Low Down on the SITA 2017 Baggage Report by Sam Helmy May 21, 2017 33 The SITA annual report for 2017 has been published, and it is full of excellent news for travelers. Baggage mishandling has dropped by 7.2% in 2016 compared to 2015, at the same time, 88% of travelers have reunited safely with their baggage in ten minutes or less.
Alaska Airlines: New Parents Can Extend their Elite Status by Sam Helmy May 14, 2017 31 Alaska Airlines has announced that new parents taking maternity or paternity leave will be able to extend their Elites status for one year.
Air Canada to Split Up With Aeroplan and Operate Own Program by Sam Helmy May 13, 2017 45 The relationship between Aeroplan, the 3rd party loyalty program of Air Canada, and Air Canada is coming to an end. Luckily, there is plenty of time to adapt to the change since the relationship will be terminated on June 30, 2020.
Upgrade Enhancements with Aeromexico for Delta Medallion Members by Sam Helmy May 10, 2017 14 When you see the word "enhancement" in the same sentence as Delta you might shiver -- we usually do too, but this is good news. Delta has further integrated their relationship with Aeromexico. Effective May 8, 2017, Medallion Members will receive additional benefits when traveling with Aeromexico, as a part of Delta and Aeromexico's growing partnership.
