The Promo. Eight points per dollar spent at Aloft hotels, which has been around for much of 2008, ends 31 December 2008, so please refer to the thread for additional details on how one can score 8 Starpoints per dollar spent at aloft hotel properties, which are part of the Starwood family of hotel properties.

In other words, there is still time to get your Starpoint balance aloft with aloft, but not with a loft. What a lofty goal for which to aim…

From now until 31 December 2008, you can earn Up to 150% mileage bonus for most miles earned through year-end 2008.

This may be a good time for you to top off your Delta Air Lines SkyMiles balance.

However, a bit of controversy is brewing in that thread, as some FlyerTalk members are unhappy with what appears to be the giving away and devaluation of SkyMiles.

In a related PROMO: convert 20,000 SPG points to 62,500 Delta Skymiles (good through 12/31/08) thread, you could benefit if you are a Starwood Preferred Guest member and need more Delta Air Lines SkyMiles.

A similar Cross post alert – 150% Delta Skymiles bonus on transfers thread in the Marriott forum could benefit Marriott Rewards members.

Well, the title of the thread is DO watch this thread FOR a major announcement…

…but what could be the major announcement?

Is Continental Airlines going to announce that they will acquire all remaining commercial airlines in the United States to become the national airline of the United States as well as the world’s largest airline?

Perhaps Continental Airlines has acquired Continental Tires to keep the wheels of its aircraft tired from being tired.

Will Continental Airlines serve a continental breakfast on all its flights regardless of the time of day or destination?

Stay tuned to the DO watch this thread FOR a major announcement… thread to find out what is the major announcement…

Delta Air Lines, in an attempt to increase revenue, launched a program charging for what it considered to be preferred seats in the coach cabin of all of its flights.

The major problems with the Coach Choice Seats program included but were not limited to the fact that not only were elite Medallion SkyMiles members being charged and subject to the same rules as non-elite passengers for these seats, but some of the middle seats were considered premium seats as well!

Based on feedback from dissatisfied Delta Air Lines SkyMiles members, Delta Air Lines has since rescinded the Coach Choice Seats program for its elite Medallion members but reported still has it in place for other passengers. To its credit, Delta Air Lines does listen to its customers.

For additional details on what many FlyerTalk members say amounted to a poorly-executed program, please read the following threads:

• New “Choice Seats” $$ Program Coming to DL
• Coach Choice seats for Medallions is cancelled! You can book your Preferred Seats!

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These are just three examples of the cryptic e-mails that Hilton HHonors has sent to its members, many of whom do not speak any Asian languages or understand computer gibberish.

If you are wondering what this is all about, please visit the Watch your e-mails thread for additional information.

While it was originally announced that Air France trade unions were planning on a strike between 4 and 8 November, it now appears that the strike has unfortunately been extended.

Get the latest news and updates on the Air France strike, as well as all of the details, in the Strike announcement thread — especially if you happen to be booked on an Air France flight in the near future.

Between November 17 and November 21, participating restaurants in several top dining cities in the United States are offering special three-course menus for US$24 for lunch and US$35 for dinner.

In addition, one has the opportunity to earn double Dining Rewards Points while participating in this gastronomic event, which is known as the Appetite Stimulus Plan.

Please refer to the Appetite Stimulas Package 11/17-11/21 thread to find out more information and details.

When going on a cruise, how does one dress in an informal manner properly, especially if there are no formal nights planned on the particular cruise and the brochure states that dress is casual?

In the Informal Clothes for a Cruise thread, FlyerTalk members impart some valuable advice about how to not be caught with your pants down and say “Oh, shirt!!!” when being socked with the news that the attire you are wearing is not appropriate for that particular cruise. Do not skirt the issue — zip on over to that thread and button up until you read the advice posted there.

Apparently, going to Thailand is not an idea to contemplate doing safely at this time, according to the information posted in the Warning – things may turn nasty – stay away! thread. This is allegedly due to a possibly high risk of terrorism coupled with political turmoil as a result of the desperation felt by the residents of that nation.

A bomb attack reportedly already occurred.

However, is the situation really that dire in Thailand? Not all FlyerTalk members believe so…

If you are planning to visit select destinations in the United States from Canada during Spring 2009, you could save 25% on the Tango Plus airfares on Air Canada.

The offer expires at midnight on 13 November 2008. If you plan on purchasing these airfares, you must hurry and act quickly.

For additional details, such as the promotion code and what United States cities are included in this promotion, please visit the Time-limited offer: save an extra 25% off Spring travel to U.S. destinations thread.