Change is in the air, and I don't mean the changing seasons. Rather, it seems as is now is the time for airline loyalty program changes, with the latest announcement being for the upcoming United MileagePlus 2025 changes. However, these aren't like those recently announced by Alaska Airlines. … [Read more...] about United MileagePlus 2025 Changes
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Hawaiian Debuts Moana 2 Jets + Enter to Win HawaiianMiles
Way back in 2016, Hawaiian Airlines was the official airlines of Disney's Moana. Naturally, with the second installment coming to theaters soon, Hawaiian is reprising that role. In celebration of this, Hawaiian debuts Moana 2 jets, along with a new sweepstakes in which five lucky winners will receive 500,000 HawaiianMiles. … [Read more...] about Hawaiian Debuts Moana 2 Jets + Enter to Win HawaiianMiles
American Air is Taking on Gate Lice
I'm sure you've all seen and have been annoyed by them. Gate lice, or people that crowd the gate area when pre-boarding is called and sometimes tries to board with an earlier group are the scourge of frequent and courteous travelers. So, thankfully, American Air is taking on gate lice. I hope their efforts works and is copied! … [Read more...] about American Air is Taking on Gate Lice
Delta Unveils New Cabin Interiors
As the airline prepares to celebrate its centennial, Delta unveils new cabin interiors, which it says will be installed across its entire fleet. However, it's worth pointing out that this is more of a refresh than an all-new experience. The existing seats will remain, though they are getting some love. … [Read more...] about Delta Unveils New Cabin Interiors
Alaska MP 2025 Changes for Hawaiian Members
Alaska Airlines announced a fairly hefty set of updates to its loyalty program the other day. So, today, I want to go over the Alaska MP 2025 changes for Hawaiian members. No, noting is changing with HawaiianMiles right now, but there are important points for HawaiianMiles members may want to consider. … [Read more...] about Alaska MP 2025 Changes for Hawaiian Members
The Future of the Hawaiian Credit Card
One of the biggest questions surrounding the Alaska-Hawaiian merger is what will happen to the credit cards? This is especially true for us points and miles nerds. Well, we now have some info on the future of the Hawaiian credit card, along with some of the benefits it offers. … [Read more...] about The Future of the Hawaiian Credit Card
Air France Commits to Starlink
Joining a seemingly ever-expanding list of airlines, Air France commits to Starlink for its in-flight connectivity solution. The SpaceX division will be replacing a hodgepodge of solutions currently employed by Air France and is slated to enter service with the airline in less than a year. … [Read more...] about Air France Commits to Starlink
American and Hyatt Changes Their Partnership
For loyalists of American Airlines or Hyatt, the two have had a very lucrative partnership for several years now. However, that's changing soon as American and Hyatt changes their partnership. Whether the new setup is better or worse to you greatly depends on how you've used the partnership thus far. … [Read more...] about American and Hyatt Changes Their Partnership
The New Southwest Experience
During Southwest's investor day, some got a sneak peek at the new Southwest experience. Thanks to them, we now know what to expect as Southwest makes its "premium" push. Overall, things look pretty good, but we also got some nasty surprises, too. … [Read more...] about The New Southwest Experience
Elliott Forces Changes at Southwest
As I mentioned during the coverage of the airline's investor day, Elliott forces changes at Southwest. Luckily, Elliot didn't quite get the changes they were after, and there's still hope for Southwest's future. However, the risk of them being guttered still remains far higher than before. … [Read more...] about Elliott Forces Changes at Southwest