Monthly Archives for November 2016.
In yet another sign that the mainstream travel industry is slowly recognizing (if not wholeheartedly embracing) the sharing economy, Delta this week began awarding frequent-flyer miles for Airbnb stays. Effective immediately, Delta SkyMiles members can earn one mile per $1 spent on Airbnb stays booked through deltaairbnb.com. New Airbnb customers who book via the dedicated…
There’s an ongoing debate among travel junkies concerning what’s commonly referred to as premium economy. Specifically: When does an airline’s coach product legitimately deserve to be called premium economy? Is a couple of extra inches of legroom enough to qualify for the “premium” designation? An upgraded inflight entertainment system? Better meals? Priority boarding? More frequent-flyer…
Carlson’s latest promotion may appeal to points-seekers or to those aspiring to elite status. But it’s one or the other, not both. Offer Details Between November 1 and December 31, 2016, Club Carlson members can choose to earn one of two available bonuses for stays at participating Carlson Rezidor hotels: Double points Double elite-qualifying nights…
Do your Thanksgiving travel plans include flying? Here’s what to expect, and how to cope. Airlines for America, the trade group representing the interests of U.S. airlines, today released its forecast for the Thanksgiving travel period, between November 18 and November 29. The big picture: U.S. airlines are expected to carry 27.3 million flyers over…
If you’re among the privileged few whose pocketbook or corporate travel policy allows you to fly business class, you’re in for an upgrade. The Big Three full-service carriers have all recently introduced new international business-class services, including seats and associated amenities. Bloomberg, which reviewed the new business products, characterized them as “glossy offerings that can…
IHG Rewards, the loyalty program of the InterContinental Hotels Group, yesterday released its latest list of PointBreaks hotels that are available for booking for just 5,000 IHG Rewards points per night. Offer Details Beginning on October 31, IHG Rewards members can book award nights for 5,000 points at 127 participating hotels, for stays through January…