Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines under the Alaska Air Group (AAG) has its eye on expanding like never before. And, yesterday, they gave us a previous of what that'll look like as AAG launched its first new international routes. Actually, two new routes were launched yesterday. Let's discuss. … [Read more...] about AAG Launched Its First New International Routes
Alaska and Hawaiian Aligns Their First Terminal
Change is slowly happening as the airlines of the 49th and 50th states work towards completing their merger. This time, Alaska and Hawaiian aligns their first terminal, though not in Hawai'i. That said, expect to see moves like this more and more over the coming months. … [Read more...] about Alaska and Hawaiian Aligns Their First Terminal
AAdvantage Consolidates Card Offerings
Since its merger with US Airways, American Airlines has maintained two different issuers. However, that will no longer be the case soon, as AAdvantage consolidates card offerings under one issuer. Of course, returning to the status quo for the rest of the industry could mean changes for all AAdvantage cardholders. … [Read more...] about AAdvantage Consolidates Card Offerings
Hawaiian Air World Elite MC 2024 Review
With the card's future mostly known, my Hawaiian Air World Elite MC 2024 review will likely be the last for this product - at least in its current incarnation. But there's still time to get and use this card if you don't yet have it. So, let's go! … [Read more...] about Hawaiian Air World Elite MC 2024 Review
Southwest is Reshuffling Hawai’i Service
Southwest has been struggling in Hawai'i, thanks to stronger than anticipated loyalty to Hawaiian, and just poor timing. Add in pressure from Elliott Investment, and Southwest is reshuffling Hawai'i service in hopes of improving its financial performance. … [Read more...] about Southwest is Reshuffling Hawai’i Service
Japanese Citizens Are Now Eligible for Global Entry
In a move that Hawai'i officials hope will help expedite the Japanese visitor industry recover, U.S. Customs and Border Protection recently announced that Japanese citizens are now eligible for Global Entry. Yes, that's the same Global Entry program U.S. citizens can apply for. … [Read more...] about Japanese Citizens Are Now Eligible for Global Entry
Korean-Asiana Merger Moves Closer to Finalizing
South Korea is one step closer to having just one mainline international airline, as the Korean-Asiana merger moves closer to finalizing. This long-in-the-tooth process is years in the making and may have notable impacts for the points and miles community. … [Read more...] about Korean-Asiana Merger Moves Closer to Finalizing
Southwest Adjusts In-Flight Service Rules
Southwest Airlines likes to proclaim that snacks are free onboard their flights, along with softdrinks. However, as Southwest adjusts in-flight service rules, fewer flights may see these freebies, all in the name of safety. But, is it really about safety? … [Read more...] about Southwest Adjusts In-Flight Service Rules
Delta Nixes Elite Upgrades
It's no secret - Delta Air Lines isn't a fan of freebies, even to its most loyal passengers. Their recent investor day highlighted this fact, as Delta nixes elite upgrades, providing preference to those that would pay for the experience instead. … [Read more...] about Delta Nixes Elite Upgrades
Now Available: Alaska Air Digital Bag Tags
One of my favorite aspects of flying with Alaska has been the ability to tag your bag at home. So, when that went away, I was bummed. However, this capability is back now with the new Alaska Air digital bag tags, which have been in testing for quite some time now. … [Read more...] about Now Available: Alaska Air Digital Bag Tags