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New Alaska Airlines Perks: Exclusive Espresso Martinis, Luxe Filson Blankets, And New Bath Amenities – A Soft Goods Transformation?

by Gary Leff on November 13, 2024

Nov 13 2024

Broadly speaking, Alaska Airlines offers the best soft product of any U.S. carrier on standard domestic flights (so, excluding premium cross-country routes). That wasn’t always true – but began with their acquisition of Virgin America which did a really nice job with food that was both delicious and attractively presented.

The airline has announced some new products starting this fall – from new drinks, to first class blankets, and toiletries for their lounges and lavatories.

The First Hawaiian Airlines Flight On The Chopping Block After The Alaska Airlines Merger

by Gary Leff on November 3, 2024

Nov 03 2024

It’s clear that we’re going to see some long haul flying move to Seattle. That means some Hawaiian Airlines widebodies leave Honolulu. There will be fewer widebodies operating between Honolulu and the West Coast, perhaps, and fewer Honolulu – Pacific destinations. But it’s not just those markets that will see planes shift around.

Buy Alaska Airlines Miles At Lowest Price Ever, Just 1.27 Cents Apiece For Unlimited Points

by Gary Leff on November 2, 2024

Nov 02 2024

Alaska Airlines is selling miles with a 100% bonus through November 15th.

‘Bad People Told Me To Do It!’: Alaska Airlines Crew Thwarts Montana Man’s Bizarre Attempt To Hijack 737 To Estonia

by Gary Leff on October 30, 2024

Oct 30 2024

A 34-year old man bypassed security and attempted to gain control of an Alaska Airlines Boeing 737 at the Missoula, Montana airport on October 22nd – injuring multiple airline employees in the process. He was trying to hijack the plane and take it to Seattle, and then Estonia.

Alaska Airlines To Enforce 50-Minute Check-In Rule—Why The New Airport Trend Means More Waiting, Less Traveling

by Gary Leff on October 26, 2024

Oct 26 2024

Air travel is supposed to be about making it from one place to another as quickly as possible. It seems as though we’ve forgotten this.

‘Economy Killed My Dog’: Alaska Airlines Sued After First Class Downgrade Ends in Tragedy

by Gary Leff on October 23, 2024

Oct 23 2024

There are plenty of people who think modern air travel is inhumane. Today’s coach cabin isn’t fit for people. One man says Alaska Airlines economy is worse than that: it killed his dog.

Alaska Airlines VP Reveals: Your Last Chance To Max Out Miles With Both Credit Cards After Hawaiian Merger

by Gary Leff on October 17, 2024

Oct 17 2024

That play was created by Alaska’s acquisition of Hawaiian Airlines, and won’t last. I spoke with Alaska’s Vice President of Loyalty, Alliances, and Sales Brett Catlin about next year’s Mileage Plan program changes, and I took the opportunity to ask about their co-brand credit card relationship going forward, now that Alaska Airlines has acquired Hawaiian.

Alaska Airlines Overhauls Mileage Plan: Faster Elite Status, New Perks, And Unlock Better Award Flights

by Gary Leff on October 16, 2024

Oct 16 2024

Alaska Airlines has announced changes – nearly all improvements – to its Mileage Plan program for 2025. I spoke with Alaska’s Vice President of Loyalty, Alliances, and Sales Brett Catlin about the effort – which he calls a “phase one.”

Mother Jones Editor Blasts Alaska Airlines Flight Attendant Over ‘Blessed’ Night Remark: ‘Creeping Christian Nationalism’?

by Gary Leff on September 28, 2024

Sep 28 2024

Clara Jeffery, editor-in-chief of Mother Jones which is often described as “left-leaning” or “far left,” took to social media to blast a union flight attendant at Alaska Airlines over their landing announcement where the editor complains that passengers were wished a “blessed” night prior to arrival in San Francisco.

Alaska’s Purchase Of Hawaiian Airlines Unlocks Huge Bonus Opportunities: Pool Everyone’s Miles For Free

by Gary Leff on September 27, 2024

Sep 27 2024

It’s now possible to consolidate points from various people’s Alaska Airlines frequent flyer accounts for free. Your friends and family may have Alaska miles, and you can move those miles into your account. You might have them sign up for Alaska Airlines credit cards, but you actually want the miles in one place.