Delta says they are adding Amex cardholders rapidly and the final 2019 total comes to 1.1 million. Delta also shares that they’re adding SkyMiles members at “double the rate of just three years ago” for a total of 6 million new members in 2019.
Get Started on a Southwest Airlines Companion Pass In The New Year
A companion pass is arguably the best deal in all of travel, it allows you to bring a companion along on your Southwest Airlines travels for just the cost of taxes – whether you buy your own ticket with cash or with points.
Now is the best time to prepare to earn one – because if you earn it at the start of 2020 it’ll last nearly two full years.
9 Key Points About Iran’s Admission They Shot Down Ukraine International Airlines Flight 752
Iran has acknowledged that they shot down Ukraine International Airlines flight PS752, a Boeing 737 flight from Tehran to Kiev. There was immediate speculation of a missile, photos of the aircraft that seemed to suggest that as a cause, and ultimately video evidence.
The speed of the admission, and that they shared this on twitter surely says something about the modern age.
120,000 Point Signup Offer for Radisson Visa
Back in December there was a first-ever 100,000 point signup bonus offer for the Radisson Rewards Visa.
Now though there’s a 120,000 point offer after $3000 spend within 90 days.
President Considers New Travel Ban
Three years ago, shortly after President Trump entered office, he issued an executive order that, among other things, banned visas for people from Iran, Iraq, Libya, Somalia, Sudan, Syria and Yemen — even for those who have been living in the U.S. in valid employment or student status but who need new visas for re-entry.
Now the Trump administration is considering an expanded travel ban that targets additional countries.
How United Airlines Is Reneging On Lifetime Club Benefits
A roundup of the most important stories of the day. I keep you up to date on the most interesting writings I find on other sites – the latest news and tips.
United Airlines Flight Attendants Warned Not To Identify As An American During Trips Overseas
This is solid advice – not just for flight attendants – and was even prior to the latest tensions.
American Airlines Says Stats Show They’ve Got Their Operation Back In Order
In a note Tuesday morning, Senior Vice President David Seymour congratulated employees on the airline’s “best-ever performance for both the holiday peak travel period and the entire fourth quarter of 2019.” Here are the numbers.
Those Embarrassing Boeing Emails Don’t Tell Us Anything New (Or Anything At All)
A series of embarrassing emails have come out, following embarrassing text messages which were revealed in the fall. Some perspective is needed here, though.
Companies are frequently undone by emails. DNC emails certainly didn’t help Hillary Clinton during the 2016 Presidential election. Emails hurt Microsoft when the government prosecuted an anti-trust case against it for monopolizing the web browser market (gosh if everyone knew then what we know now). It amazes me that companies store past non-work related emails.
Qantas First Class Awards Wide Open For Months (Even For Four Passengers)
Flying between the U.S. and Australia in business and first class is among the toughest frequent flyer awards out there. Frequently it requires connecting in Asia rather than flying non-stop.
Right now though there’s incredible Qantas first class award availability using Qantas Frequent Flyer miles. While you’ll find a handful of dates between now and the end of June where a couple of seats are available, starting in July and through the end of the year things really open up.