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
Jeffsetter Blog (featuring Island Miler)
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