Alaska Airlines has been busy merging with Virgin America over the last year and half and starting this month, we will see the end of the Virgin America brand when it comes to purchasing tickets. The … [Read more...] about Complimentary Upgrades on Pre-Merger Virgin America Planes Begin April 25
Travel News Archive
It may be old by now, but learn about some of the biggest announcements in the travel industry, including program devaluations, mergers, and policy changes.
Major Airline Routes Launched or Announced in March 2018
It was a big month with over 500 new routes launched across the globe, according to Anna.Aero. Australia became connected to London for the first time via Qantas 9 from Perth to London Heathrow, and … [Read more...] about Major Airline Routes Launched or Announced in March 2018
Alaska Airlines Relaxes Same Day Change Rules
We all know that travel plans change. This is especially true for business travelers or those of us who fly often and sometimes want to get home or to our destination earlier or later. The ability to … [Read more...] about Alaska Airlines Relaxes Same Day Change Rules
Coming Soon: Book Finnair Award Travel via Alaska Airlines Website
Nearly a year ago, Alaska Airlines and Finnair announced a new partnership which allows frequent flyers to earn and redeem miles on each airline. Since the announcement there has been little done to … [Read more...] about Coming Soon: Book Finnair Award Travel via Alaska Airlines Website
You Can Now Follow Travel Codex on Flipboard
The internet sure has changed from when I started this blog six years ago. Smart phones have taken off, Facebook is no longer cool, and RSS feeds are practically ancient history. More and more I see … [Read more...] about You Can Now Follow Travel Codex on Flipboard
Radisson Announces Radisson Blu Anaheim and New Manhattan Hotel
Radisson has announced two new hotels to be built in the United States. One will be a new Radisson Blu located in Anaheim, California, near the Disneyland resort. The other will be a Radisson Hotel in … [Read more...] about Radisson Announces Radisson Blu Anaheim and New Manhattan Hotel
Qantas CEO Envisions “Endless Possibilities” after Recent Route Launch
Commentating on the recent milestone that Qantas reached in launching nonstop service from Perth to London Heathrow, CEO Alan Joyce remarked that creating a "cargo class" replete with gyms and … [Read more...] about Qantas CEO Envisions “Endless Possibilities” after Recent Route Launch
Delta Air Lines Is Ending SkyMiles and Replacing It with Cryptocurrency
Delta Air Lines will be the first major global carrier to adopt digital currency in lieu of its existing loyalty program, effective January 1, 2019. It will transition from having its members accrue … [Read more...] about Delta Air Lines Is Ending SkyMiles and Replacing It with Cryptocurrency
Winners and Losers in the New Hilton Honors Program
Starting Monday, Hilton unveils changes to the Hilton Honors loyalty program. Most of the changes rank as evolutionary, rather than revolutionary. However, there are some clear winners and losers … [Read more...] about Winners and Losers in the New Hilton Honors Program
Learn to Travel Like a High Roller at ZorkFest in Las Vegas
You're probably already familiar with events like Frequent Traveler University and the Chicago Seminars. Even Tahsir and Omar have run their own TravelCon event to teach others about how to earn and … [Read more...] about Learn to Travel Like a High Roller at ZorkFest in Las Vegas
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