With its merger with Hawaiian Airlines in the works, far more people have their eyes Alaska's and Hawaiian's respective loyalty programs than ever before. And while changes were expected, I didn't think they'd occur this early. Nevertheless, let's take a look at the Alaska Mileage Plan changes for 2025. … [Read more...] about Alaska Mileage Plan Changes for 2025
Jeffsetter Blog (featuring Island Miler)
Spotting Comet Tsuchinshan-ATLAS
If you didn't already know, we're currently being treated to a rare and spectacular cosmic treat - a comet! Better yet, unlike earlier this month, you don't have to wake up at some obscene hour to see it. That all said, let's go over spotting comet Tsuchinshan-ATLAS here on O'ahu. … [Read more...] about Spotting Comet Tsuchinshan-ATLAS
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
CSR Cardholders Can Access Air Canada Lounges
From its inception, the Chase Sapphire Reserve provided cardholders access to certain airport lounges via a Priority Pass membership. However, now CSR cardholders can access Air Canada lounges under certain conditions. As far as I'm aware this is a first direct airline lounge benefit of the card. … [Read more...] about CSR Cardholders Can Access Air Canada Lounges
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