Alaska Airlines and American Airlines have been frenemies for several years now. In fact, it was American that sponsored Alaska into Oneworld. However, as American's strategy (or lack thereof) continues to change, top Alaska elites will lose American systemwide upgrades. … [Read more...] about Top Alaska Elites Will Lose American Systemwide Upgrades
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Hawaiian A330s Will Not Get Leihoku Suites
With its shiny new Boeing 787-9s finally taking operating revenue flights, the question I know many people had on their minds now is what will happen to the other long-haul aircraft's premium cabin? Unfortunately, the Hawaiian A330s will not get Leihōkū Suites. Most likely not, anyway. … [Read more...] about Hawaiian A330s Will Not Get Leihoku Suites
Is Southwest Cash and Points Worth It?
Recently, Southwest Airlines gave us the ability to combine cash and points to pay for flights. But unlike some hotels' schemes, Southwest's system is a bit inflexible. As such, is Southwest cash and points worth it? Let's dig in and find out. … [Read more...] about Is Southwest Cash and Points Worth It?
OAK Officials Voted to Rename The Airport
Oakland International Airport, one of three airports serving the San Francisco Bay Area, has a problem - it's been losing traffic since before the pandemic. To help remedy this, OAK officials voted to rename the airport. … [Read more...] about OAK Officials Voted to Rename The Airport
United Guts First Class Partner Awards
Unfortunately, in the world of points and miles, the only sure thing is that our balances will lose value over time. However, sometimes these devaluations are worse than normal. This was the case recently as United guts first class partner awards. … [Read more...] about United Guts First Class Partner Awards
Enter to Win 200k HawaiianMiles!
May Day is Lei Day in Hawai'i Nei, and as has been the case for years now, Hawaiian Airlines is running a sweepstakes! However, this time you can enter to win 200k HawaiianMiles if you live almost anywhere Hawaiian flies! Moreover, each entry region will have multiple grand prize winners! … [Read more...] about Enter to Win 200k HawaiianMiles!