Priority Pass Adds Two Virgin Atlantic Clubhouses by Sam Helmy June 20, 2018 24 Priority Pass has added two Virgin Atlantic Clubhouses to its network of lounges. You can now access the Virgin Clubhouse at Washington DC Dulles International IAD, and the Virgin Clubhouse at Newark Liberty International EWR. One thing to note is that there are some serious restrictions on the times you can access both lounges.
Priority Pass Adds Barney’s Beanery at LAX Terminal 2 by Sam Helmy June 19, 2018 14 Recently, it seems not a week goes by without Priority Pass adding another restaurant to its network. This time it’s Barney’s Beanery at Los Angeles (LAX) Terminal 2. Hopefully, this will take some of the pressure off the only other Priority Pass lounge at LAX Terminal 2, the Virgin Atlantic Clubhouse.
Hamburgers, Fries and Shakes Available with Priority Pass in Syracuse by Sam Helmy June 8, 2018 39 Priority Pass has added Johnny Rockets at Syracuse Hancock International SYR to its network of restaurants. This addition not only expands Priority Pass’s network of lounges and restaurants but also airports, since the Johnny Rockets will be the first and only facility at Syracuse Hancock International to date.
Priority Pass Adds Alaska Lounge in JFK Terminal 7 by Sam Helmy May 9, 2018 37 Priority Pass has announced the latest addition to its network of lounges: the Alaska Lounge at JFK New York Terminal 7. The new lounge is located airside on the mezzanine floor above security and opened on April 30, 2018.
Priority Pass Introduces Digital Cards for Chase-Sponsored Memberships by Sam Helmy November 21, 2017 43 Priority Pass has added support for digital membership cards for Chase-sponsored Priority Pass Select memberships. If you've got a priority pass membership through the Chase Sapphire Reserve®, or The Ritz-Carlton™ Credit Card and have been frustrated that you needed to carry a card with you at all times, you're in luck. However, don't ditch the physical card too fast!
How to Replace Non-Compliant State ID’s Affected by the Real ID Act by Jess Farley October 27, 2017 19 Starting October 20, 2018, residents of states impacted by the Real ID Act will need to update their identification to a TSA approved ID to fly any commercial flight, domestic or international. The states involved have all failed to issue a drivers license or state ID that is compliant with the Real ID Act. Who knows if this revised date will stick, but it is something to be aware of.
Qatar Implements Visa-Free Travel From Over 80 Countries by Sam Helmy August 11, 2017 22 AwardWallet receives compensation from advertising partners for links on the blog. The opinions expressed here are our own and have not been reviewed, provided, or approved by any bank advertiser. Here's our complete list of Advertisers.Qatar Airways has announced that...
New Electronics Screening Procedures at Domestic US Airports by Sam Helmy August 1, 2017 31 The TSA has announced that it will be implementing new screening procedures for electronic devices on domestic flights. This is not really surprising since the Department of Homeland Security DHS announced new security procedures on all flights to the US nearly a month ago.
US Pre-Clearance Coming to UK Airports? by Sam Helmy July 12, 2017 16 A discussion is currently under way between Washington and London to bring US Pre-Clearance facilities to UK Airports.
Global Entry Enrollment on Arrival at 5 International Airports by Sam Helmy July 11, 2017 14 AwardWallet receives compensation from advertising partners for links on the blog. The opinions expressed here are our own and have not been reviewed, provided, or approved by any bank advertiser. Here's our complete list of Advertisers.U.S. Customs and Border Protection...
Dubai Trials Passport Free Biometric Technology by Sam Helmy July 2, 2017 12 AwardWallet receives compensation from advertising partners for links on the blog. The opinions expressed here are our own and have not been reviewed, provided, or approved by any bank advertiser. Here's our complete list of Advertisers.Could the days of using...
JetBlue to Trial Facial Recognition for Boarding by Sam Helmy June 18, 2017 21 Technology is making inroads into the way we move around airports. The latest airline to announce an innovative change is JetBlue, which announced that they will be testing a new paperless and device-less boarding process. The latest announcement comes hot on the heels of Delta announcing a similar test, and KLM announcing another scheme earlier in the year
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.
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.
KLM to Adopt Facial Recognition Technology for Boarding by Sam Helmy February 24, 2017 29 KLM is testing facial recognition technology for boarding at one gate in Schiphol Airport (AMS). Is this the future of technology? It sure sounds like a real increase in security.
CLEAR is Now Available at JFK and LGA by Sam Helmy January 27, 2017 22 While most airports have a fast track system, the TSA has its TSA PreCheck system which allows you access to special lanes to get through airport security quicker. Another layer of expediting your progress through TSA security is CLEAR which is now available at JFK and LGA.
AT&T Makes International Roaming Less Expensive & Easier by Sam Helmy January 26, 2017 36 AwardWallet receives compensation from advertising partners for links on the blog. The opinions expressed here are our own and have not been reviewed, provided, or approved by any bank advertiser. Here's our complete list of Advertisers.Using your phone when traveling...
How About a Wi-Fi Hotspot From an Airport Vending Machine? by Sam Helmy December 30, 2016 33 AwardWallet receives compensation from advertising partners for links on the blog. The opinions expressed here are our own and have not been reviewed, provided, or approved by any bank advertiser. Here's our complete list of Advertisers.Connectivity when traveling can be...
British Airways Spending $110 Million Upgrading Lounges in the US by Sam Helmy December 1, 2016 13 AwardWallet receives compensation from advertising partners for links on the blog. The opinions expressed here are our own and have not been reviewed, provided, or approved by any bank advertiser. Here's our complete list of Advertisers.Few foreign airlines have a...
