United Announces Israel Service Resumption, Then Promptly Retracts
United Airlines announced the resumption of its EWR-TLV service starting on November 24, a day after Thanksgiving. However, this announcement was promptly retracted.
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Points, miles, and snide remarks.
I Tried Out the Visitor Pass Program at TUL. It Didn’t Exactly Go Smoothly.
I decided to wait traffic out and give the very creatively-named TUL Visitor Pass Program a whirl. Spoiler alert: it didn’t quite go as expected.
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United Makes Changes to Elite Status Qualification… and It’s Good News?
United MileagePlus unveiled some changes to its Premier status program for the upcoming year – and they’re actually good news for most flyers. While the fundamental elite requirements remain unaltered, there’s an expansion in the avenues to qualify for status. Notably, United is clearly directing focus towards encouraging members to increase spending on co-branded credit cards, which is arguably a bigger cash cow for most US airlines than actual flying.
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Bilt Rewards Adds Marriott Bonvoy as Transfer Partner: Why You Should Think Twice Before Taking Advantage
While Bilt’s array of transfer partners is generally commendable, the recent addition of Marriott Bonvoy gives us some pause. Similar to Chase Ultimate Rewards, Bilt Reward points convert to Bonvoy at a 1:1 ratio. However, unlike other partners, Marriott Bonvoy points traditionally carry a lesser value (significantly so).
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Right to jAAil? Kids Allegedly Left Overnight in “Jail-Like” Room at CLT
Originally scheduled to fly from Missouri to upstate New York with a layover in Charlotte, the boys found themselves in a bewildering situation as their flight faced delays and ultimately cancellation. This unexpected turn left Vencill’s partner, identified as Ted, with a concerning message from the airline, assuring the children would be placed in a “nice room for unaccompanied minors,” equipped with beds and a private bathroom.
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Hyatt Doubles Down on Mexico, Announces Four New Properties in Pipeline
Among the upcoming properties, the roster includes two Grand Hyatt hotels, a select-service Hyatt Place location near Cancun International Airport, and the debut of the Park Hyatt brand in Cancun.
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BloodbAAth at Bergstrom: AA Slashes Almost Half of AUS Routes, Threatening Mini-Hub Status
American Airlines is eliminating 21 out of 46 routes at Austin-Bergstrom International Airport, substantially impacting its status as a mini-hub.
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Spirit Airlines Exits DEN Amid Financial Woes, P&W Engine Issues
Due to financial turbulence and ongoing issues with Pratt & Whitney engines, Spirit Airlines is exiting Denver International Airport. Factors such as a shrinking domestic air travel demand and a potential takeover by JetBlue Airways also contribute to the airline’s decision.
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AA Flyers: Can You Still Renew That Qantas Club Membership You Bought Last Year?
Just last month, I shared some renewal offers that were going out for a similarly low $260 price tag. With many of our memberships having expired in October, you might be wondering if you can still renew at that fantastic price and dodge the AUD $99 initiation fee, which currently translates to around USD $63.
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American Airlines Quietly Removes Popular Feature from Mobile App
American Airlines has recently made a subtle yet notable tweak to its iOS and Android apps that might not sit well with some frequent flyers. The airline’s mobile applications have often been critiqued for their outdated design and functionality, trailing behind competitors like United.
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