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Air Canada Orders Additional Boeing 787 Dreamliners With Deliveries Starting in 2025
Canada’s flag carrier shared in a press release that it had placed an order for 18 Boeing 787-10 aircraft. The first aircraft in this order is scheduled to be delivered in the fourth quarter of 2025, and the last is…
Here’s How You Can Get a Chase Ink Card, Even if You’re Over 5/24
Chase’s 5/24 rule was implemented several years ago and has since become a well-known quantity within the points and miles world. It’s not an official policy formally published by the issuer, but data collected over the years indicates its existence….
Mexico Receives Category 1 Safety Rating From FAA Once Again
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) regularly conducts inspections of other countries’ civil aviation authorities to ensure they comply with international aviation safety standards. Two years ago, the FAA downgraded Mexico’s safety rating to Category 2, but it just again awarded…
Delta Makes Sweeping Changes to Medallion Qualification, Further Restricts Sky Club Access
Atlanta-based Delta Air Lines has historically been a front-runner regarding changes to its loyalty program. The carrier was the first to introduce a spending requirement as part of the thresholds for qualifying for elite status within its SkyMiles program. However,…
Emirates Announces Bus Service for Economy Passengers Arriving in Tokyo
Dubai-based Emirates has shared that it will introduce a bus service designed for its economy passengers flying on its flights to Tokyo’s Haneda Airport (HND). Let’s take a look at all the details of this upcoming bus service for Emirates…
Alaska Airlines Introduces Biometric Passport Verification for International Flights
Alaska Airlines is on a mission to revolutionize the airport experience with the use of biometric technology. And the carrier just announced the next step in its plan to achieve this vision. As of August 29, 2023, Alaska passengers with…
Frontier Adds Routes to Popular Sunny Destinations in Time for the Winter Season
Frontier Airlines announced today, August 23, 2023, a slew of new routes from the East Coast and Midwest scheduled to start in November and December, just in time for residents of colder climes to escape to sunnier locales. The Denver-based…
Emirates Deepens Philippine Airlines Partnership With Expanded Interline Agreement
Emirates and Philippine Airlines have strengthened their partnership in the form of a beefed-up interline agreement that should make travel more convenient for passengers on both carriers. The carriers have already had an interline agreement for connections via Manila (MNL),…
The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel in Southern California [In-Depth Hotel Review]
I recently traveled to Southern California for a wedding in the San Diego area over the Fourth of July holiday weekend. Originally, I had planned to head home directly after the festivities, but I was enjoying the California weather and…
Iberia Teams up With British Airways and Qatar Airways in World’s Largest Joint Venture
Three Oneworld alliance member airlines — British Airways, Iberia, and Qatar Airways — put out a joint press release on July 25, 2023, stating that Spain’s Iberia has officially joined the other 2 carriers in their joint venture, resulting in…
Air Canada Joins New Partner Emirates in Dubai Airport’s Terminal 3
About a year ago, Air Canada and Emirates announced a new partnership between the 2 airlines that would provide more seamless travel for flyers as well as new ways to earn and redeem miles. Now, the duo has taken their…
Delta Opens Second Sky Club at JFK Terminal 4
Delta Air Lines took the wraps off of its newest Sky Club at New York’s John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) on July 24, 2023. This opening should be a welcome addition for Delta frequent flyers based in the New…
[Expired] New Amex Offer: Spend $100, Get $20 Back With ResortPass
If you have an American Express card (or more than 1), you’re going to want to check your account because there’s a great new offer for cash-back on purchases with ResortPass. Here’s a look at everything you need to know….
American Airlines Resuming Nonstop Service Between Pittsburgh and Cancún
American Airlines is resuming service on a previously-served route that’s sure to be welcomed by travelers looking to get some sun this winter. Let’s take a look at the details of this route resumption! American Resumes Pittsburgh-Cancún Flights This Winter…
The Westin Philadelphia Gets Entirely New Look and Feel
The Westin Philadelphia has completed a multi-million dollar renovation project that has touched all areas of the property, including its guest rooms, public spaces, and dining experiences. In addition, guests can look forward to “enhanced amenities and sustainability initiatives,” according…
After Separating From Hyatt, MGM Teams up With Marriott
Just a week after news broke that MGM Rewards and World of Hyatt would end their decade-long relationship, Marriott announced a “long-term strategic licensing agreement” with MGM. The existing MGM/Hyatt relationship ends at the end of September 2023, and then…
The Ritz-Carlton, Naples Reopens After Extensive Renovation
A stalwart in Southwest Florida, The Ritz-Carlton, Naples has officially reopened after a multi-year renovation project. “We are proud to welcome our Ladies and Gentlemen, loyal guests, and new visitors, as well as the incredibly supportive local community to The…
Air France Will Send Its New Airbus A350 to Newark This Fall
Air France has been steadily taking delivery of new Airbus A350 aircraft over the last several months, with more on the way. And recently, we learned that each of these newly delivered aircraft will come equipped with the carrier’s latest…
Dozens of Iberostar Hotels Are Now Bookable Through IHG
Last year, IHG and Iberostar announced that the 2 chains had formed a partnership for resorts and all-inclusive hotels. The partnership between the 2 brands has been referred to as a “strategic alliance,” and the result is IHG’s 18th brand….
Celebrity Cruises Announces Expanded Caribbean Sailings With Stops at Private Island
Celebrity Cruises, one of Royal Caribbean’s luxury cruise brands, announced in a press release that as of next April, it will position 2 ships in its fleet exclusively for Caribbean sailings, opening up many more opportunities for cruisers. According to…
IHG To Open Holiday Inn Resort Near the Himalayas in India
IHG has announced plans for a new Holiday Inn Resort in Kasauli, India, one of the country’s preeminent resort destinations. “The latest signing is [a] testament to our plans to tap into key leisure destinations across the country and [that]…