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It’s back on: Frontier and Spirit are trying to merge for the second time. The union between the ultra-low-cost airlines that was scuttled 2 years ago is being discussed again between the two carriers. Frontier is exploring a new bid…

A sweet spot for redeeming partner miles to fly on American Airlines has become less advantageous, in some cases by as much as 50%. That’s because Finnair has updated its award chart for American Airlines, which now shows award prices…

Oman Air, the flag carrier of the Gulf state of Oman, is joining the Oneworld alliance soon. That means you’ll be able to book its flights using points from its alliance partners. It’s already possible to book award seats on…

There’s one more flight connecting the U.S. to Europe, and it’s the first one in years from Indianapolis. Irish airline Aer Lingus will fly between Dublin and the Midwestern city beginning in May next year. It’s the first transatlantic service…

The merger between Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines is producing its first consequences for credit cards. The Hawaiian Airlines co-branded credit cards issued by Barclays will be discontinued, and cardholders will be transfered to Alaska Airlines’ own co-branded card issued…

Cathay Pacific has revealed the new business class seat to be installed on the backbone of its long-haul fleet, the Boeing 777-300ER. The airline calls it the Aria Suite and unveiled it during an event held at its home base…

You can often earn airline miles instead of hotel points on your stays, and with a new promotion from American Airlines and Marriott you can earn up to 2,000 bonus American Airlines AAdvantage miles instead of Marriott Bonvoy points on Marriott stays…

Air New Zealand’s Boeing 787s are finally getting the new business class that should already have debuted in service this month. Because of delays due to shortages of parts, the first 787 just went into the shop for the new…

If you are looking to rent a vacation home on Homes & Villas by Marriott Bonvoy, you now have 2,000 new properties to choose from. That’s because Marriott is partnering with VacayHome Connect, a platform that helps property owners list…

If you hold a Qatar Airways-branded credit card issued in the U.S., you have a new benefit, effective immediately: taxes and fees on Qatar Airways award bookings paid with the card will be refunded in full. The benefit applies to…

Air Canada’s Aeroplan loyalty program just announced a change that will likely be popular with its users. Aeroplan status will now be valid until January 31, instead of expiring at the end of a calendar year. That means that if…

Japanese low-cost airline ZIPAIR is launching a new flight from Tokyo to Houston, beginning in March next year. ZIPAIR is a long-haul airline known for offering, in addition to economy, a no-frills business class that’s cheaper than mainline carriers while…

SkyTeam, the airline alliance that includes Delta Air Lines and Air France, has signed an agreement with Trenitalia, the biggest train operator in Italy. The partnership, SkyTeam said in a statement, will “offer customers a wider choice of destinations across…

For a limited time, you can redeem fewer Delta SkyMiles than normal to destinations in Europe, Asia and the South Pacific, as well as Australia and New Zealand. You’ll need to book by October 10, 2024. That’s not a lot…

Uber is introducing a shuttle connecting Manhattan and LaGuardia Airport, available for a much cheaper price than its own rideshare service or a taxi. Starting Tuesday, October 8, the new Uber Shuttle will connect 3 spots in Manhattan with New…

If you’re looking to get to Taos, the New Mexico ski resort known for its exceptional powder snow, you’ll have a new option this winter: nonstop flights on JSX. Here’s a look at what’s new. JSX Will Fly to Taos…

Until almost the end of the year, you can earn up to 10,000 bonus Lufthansa Miles & More miles for renting cars from Sixt, a European-based car rental company that’s expanding fast in the United States. Here’s a look at…