As travel times between major metro areas go, the flying time between Los Angeles and San Francisco is about as short as it gets: less than an hour in the air, and a bit longer gate-to-gate. Getting to the airport probably takes longer than the flight itself. That explains the dearth of lie-flat seats on…
Need a pre- or post-flight nap, or just a little quiet time in the midst of the airport’s hustle and bustle? If you happen to be in the JetBlue terminal at New York’s JFK airport, you’re in luck. Or rather, you might be in luck, depending on how many other JetBlue flyers are similarly inclined.…
Marriott’s acquisition of Starwood has left one key group vocally underwhelmed: members of Starwood’s Preferred Guest program, particularly Starwood elites who have become accustomed to perks and services that play no part in Marriott’s Rewards program. That’s no small problem for Marriott, which has acknowledged the importance of winning over Starwood’s best customers to the…
Oh, how the hotels want you to book direct with them, on their websites, via their smartphone apps, or by phone! The major hotels’ now-ubiquitous best-rate guarantees were proffered to assure travel consumers that there was nothing to be gained by booking elsewhere. And the withholding of loyalty-program points for stays booked through third-party sites…
While not particularly generous, Club Carlson’s new promotion is at least simple and straightforward. Offer Details Between April 18 and July 31, Club Carlson members can earn up to 50,000 bonus points, as follows: 5,000 bonus points after two nights An additional 10,000 bonus points after five nights An additional 10,000 bonus points after 10…
In the news release touting its new promotion, Wyndham calls it “the richest offer of the year.” That doesn’t bode well for members of Wyndham’s Rewards program. Offer Details Through September 6, Wyndham Rewards members can earn $100 in Wyndham Rewards gift cards after two qualifying stays. So far, the offer is a mixed bag.…
Enter the Paul Gauguin Cruises “Soul of the South Seas” sweepstakes by May 31, 2016, for a chance to win one of four grand prizes: each a seven-night cruise for two of Tahiti and the Society Islands, including air, onboard meals, and ground transfers. To enter, provide the requested contact information (name, email, etc.) on…
Overall, Delta’s SkyMiles program has established itself as one of the industry’s least generous loyalty schemes. To play, you’ll pay. But with this limited-time award sale, you can at least pay less. Through April 21, SkyMiles members can book select business-class award trips to Europe for 105,000 or 115,000 miles roundtrip, plus taxes and fees.…
Following is our regular summary of the latest travel news and best frequent traveler promotions reviewed during the past week. If it was a good deal—or a notably bad deal—from an airline, hotel, or car rental loyalty program, you can read all about it here, and plan your travel accordingly. Is This the ‘Golden Age…
IHG Rewards members can make their points go farther when redeeming for award stays at 21 hotels in Mexico, Latin America, and the Caribbean. Award nights at the participating hotels can be booked for 50 percent fewer points between April 15 and May 2, for stays between April 29 and June 12. RELATED: New InterContinental…
Effective today, one of the world’s largest airlines is making a surprising change to its booking policy. According to a confirmation email received this morning: Delta Air Lines will no longer charge a fee for customers who purchase their tickets over the phone through Reservation Sales or in person at airports and other ticket office…