Norwegian Expands its US Route Network Again (April 2017 Edition) by Sam Helmy April 9, 2017 8 Norwegian announced new routes from Denver/DEN and Seattle/SEA to London Gatwick/LGW. The Seattle route is scheduled to start on September 17, 2017. The Denver-Gatwick route is scheduled for September 16, 2017, with a twice-weekly service for the summer season on Tuesdays and Saturdays. During the winter the company plans a 3-flight a week service which will start on November 2, 2017.
Delta Devastates Partner Awards with Massive Price Hike by Sam Helmy April 8, 2017 31 Delta Air Lines doesn't publish an award chart for SkyMiles redemptions. This lack of transparency allows Delta to make changes without notice, at any time and we're on our own to identify how much we'll pay for a ticket using miles.
Improvements to Delta Companion Upgrades by Sam Helmy April 8, 2017 2 Starting April 6, 2017, companions traveling with Medallion Members will be eligible for Complimentary Upgrades not only on paid tickets but Award Tickets, Miles + Cash tickets, and Pay with Miles tickets.
Earn 5,000 SAS Miles with Hertz Per Rental by Sam Helmy April 7, 2017 20 SAS has announced a crazy promotion with Hertz and it’s huge -- almost making it worth doing the car rental equivalent of a mattress or mileage run.
Make Reservations via Instagram by Sam Helmy April 6, 2017 31 As we become ever more connected through our mobile devices, companies are finding more innovative ways to get your business; the latest is that Instagram will let you book an appointment or make a reservation directly through the app.
Redeem Delta SkyMiles with WestJet by Sam Helmy April 4, 2017 15 As of March 28. 2017, Delta SkyMiles has furthered its partnership with WestJet as you can now redeem your SkyMiles for WestJet-operated flights. This not only opens up SkyMiles access to Canada but also to WestJet's international route network.
Qatar and Etihad’s Clever Solutions to the Electronics Ban by Sam Helmy April 2, 2017 20 Qatar has launched a laptop loan service and free Wi-Fi for premium passengers traveling to the US impacted by the electronics travel ban. Etihad is offering up iPads. Great moves by both airlines.
1,000 Bonus Delta SkyMiles with New Partners by Sam Helmy April 1, 2017 25 Delta has launched a promotion where you can earn 1,000 Bonus SkyMiles for new partner activity by June 30, 2017. The terms and conditions aren't straightforward so be sure to read through the details.
Emirates Partners for Helicopter Transport From Nice to Monaco by Sam Helmy March 27, 2017 25 What's better than complimentary chauffeur from the airport to your hotel or home? How about a helicopter transport and then chauffeur to your final destination? Emirates ups its game one more time for premium passengers, but economy-class passengers can have a taste for a small cost as well.
Delta Adds Transcon Routes but Cuts Some Benefits by Sam Helmy March 27, 2017 20 Delta is adding Delta One service to new routes from LAX to DCA and SFO to BOS, but that means no more complimentary upgrades for Medallion members. You'll need to use an upgrade certificate if you want to sit at the front of the plane for these flights.
Alaska to Retire Virgin America Brand in 2019 by Sam Helmy March 26, 2017 26 While the Virgina American brand will officially be gone in 2019, Alaska Airlines has plans to refresh everything from crew uniforms to upgrade policies and lounges across its network. All in all a lot of positive for Alaska.
Emirates’ Innovative Way of Dealing with Electronics Ban by Sam Helmy March 25, 2017 23 Emirates has come up with a creative customer-friendly way to deal with the new large electronics ban for inbound us flights from certain foreign airports. They'll gate check your electronics, allowing you to use them for as much time as possible.
Upcoming Changes to Singapore’s KrisFlyer Program by Jess Farley March 22, 2017 13 Changes to the Singapore Air KrisFlyer program go into effect March 23, 2017.
Alaska Airlines Announces New Partnership with Condor by Sam Helmy March 22, 2017 32 Alaska Airlines' Mileage Plan program continues to impress. They have just added Condor, a German low-cost carrier as a partner, which further extends Alaska's route network, and strengthens their position in Europe.
Electronic Ban from Carry-Ons (US & UK) by Sam Helmy March 21, 2017 44 The TSA has indefinitely banned large electronics from carry-on bags effective March 24, 2017, from 10 international airports in the Middle East and Africa to the United States.
