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A Once-Revolutionary Car Rental Option Has Quietly Faded Away
Sometimes a car rental company will develop something that no one else has. For example, most of us know that National Car Rental allows Emerald Aisle customers to choose their…
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American Airlines promo giving 500 bonus Loyalty Points on each paid flight (limit 5,000 bonus points)
American Airlines is giving an opportunity to get an early boost to your elite status quest with an offer awarding 500 bonus Loyalty Points on up to ten flights this month. The Deal Earn 500 bonus Loyalty Points per flight segment flown with American Airlines in March. Direct link to...
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Southwest Just Cut Your Frequent Flyer Points By Two-Thirds—Without Warning, Even On Tickets You Already Bought
All non-refundable tickets will earn fewer points going forward. And elite bonuses of 25% for A-List members and 100% for A-List Preferred become less valuable too since those bonuses will be off of a smaller base. Continue reading Southwest Just Cut Your Frequent Flyer Points By Two-Thirds—Without Warning, Even On...
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Ugh…I Misconnected In Helsinki
As I hinted in my earlier Finnair A350 post, our late start from Amsterdam doomed my connection to Los Angeles, though it did not have to end this way… Missed Connection In Helsinki On Finnair The pilots blamed the delay on Air Traffic Control congestion and poor weather, but whatever...
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Southwest’s Cost-Cutting Frenzy Just Doomed Two Crew Bases—They’ll Shut Down This Summer
Southwest Airlines just laid off 15% of its corporate staff, letting workers go for the first time in its history. But they’re not done with cost-cutting. They revealed inside the company today that they will be closing two flight attendant bases – in Austin and Fort Lauderdale. In January, the...
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Clarins Spa Opens In the Air France Lounge At Los Angeles International Airport
Clarins and Air France announced today that is Clarins Spa has opened in the… The post Clarins Spa Opens In the Air France Lounge At Los Angeles International Airport appeared first on The Bulkhead Seat.
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Sheesh: New Marriott Hotel Brand Won’t Offer Elite Nights
Back in mid-2023, Marriott announced plans to launch StudioRes, its new ”basic” extended stay hotel brand. As usual, it takes some time from when a brand is announced, until the first property actually opens.
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Delta FA to PAX: Make Your Cat Stop Meowing, or We’ll Kick You Off the Plane
Most airlines allow small pets into the cabin of the plane, provided they meet certain criteria, usually having to do with age and size. As an example, here’s part of…
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New Bonuses for Wyndham Rewards Cards, Earn Up to 90,000 Points
Wyndham Rewards is offering elevated welcome bonuses on all three credit cards. You can get 60K with the no-fee card, 90K with the Earner Plus card, and 75K with the Earner Business card. The post New Bonuses for Wyndham Rewards Cards, Earn Up to 90,000 Points appeared first on Miles to...
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Southwest Airlines Closing Flight Attendant Bases in Austin and Fort Lauderdale in Latest Cost Cutting Move
Southwest Airlines has confirmed that it will close two more of its flight attendant bases in Austin, Texas, and Fort Lauderdale, Florida, in the latest of a series of cost-cutting moves that insiders fear will fundamentally change the carrier for good and wreck the long-established connection it has with employees....
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Hilton Honors Amex Business Card Review: Status, Points, & Credits
Hotel credit cards are among the most underrated credit cards out there, given the perks that they can offer, including elite status and free nights.
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Japan Airlines 777 First Class: A Bit Outdated, But Still Great!
Hello from Tokyo, as we’ve kicked off our winter ski trip to Niseko. I just flew Japan Airlines’ Boeing 777-300ER first class, on the quick 10hr25min hop across the Pacific, from San Francisco (SFO) to Tokyo (HND).
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IHG giving 15% discount on award nights at new properties
IHG One Rewards has an ongoing offer giving a 15% discount on award nights at new and revamped properties. There’s a new batch of properties that are now bookable for stays through May 31, along with two separate batches of hotels that are discounted for travel through the end of...
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World Of Hyatt Card Up To 65K Points Limited Time Bonus Offer
The World of Hyatt Credit Card is one of the most lucrative hotel credit cards out there, and is a favorite of mine. A couple of months ago, we saw a limited time welcome offer rolled out on the card, making it a good time to apply. I want to...
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Delta Air Lines Expands Shake Shack Partnership to Serve Burgers In Flight From Four More Cities
Delta Air Lines announced that it will begin serving burgers from Shake Shack out… The post Delta Air Lines Expands Shake Shack Partnership to Serve Burgers In Flight From Four More Cities appeared first on The Bulkhead Seat.
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JetBlue Debuts Airbus A320 Livery Featuring Mario, Luigi, Donkey Kong, and Other Nintendo Stars
JetBlue Airways announced today that it is bringing an Airbus A320 decked out with… The post JetBlue Debuts Airbus A320 Livery Featuring Mario, Luigi, Donkey Kong, and Other Nintendo Stars appeared first on The Bulkhead Seat.