In This Edition… airline flight service updates, the latest on the Boeing 737, American to tweak AAdvantage Benefits, TSA Pre-Check Program has expanded to 94 U.S. and foreign airlines, hotel news and updates, and many traveler tips!
Dans cette édition… les mises à jour sur les services de vol des compagnies aériennes, les actualités relatives au Boeing 737, American modifie son programme AAdvantage, le programme TSA Pre-Check désormais adopté par 94 compagnies aériennes américaines et étrangères, les actualités et les mises à jour concernant les hôtels, et de nombreux conseils aux voyageurs!
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Insider Travel Report — Delta Air Lines is canceling additional flights between the U.S. and Tel Aviv because of ongoing conflict in the region through April 30, 2024. Read More
Travel Pulse — Based on its inspection of the first 40 of more than 170 jets, the Federal Aviation Administration appears ready to allow the Boeing 737 Max 9 back in the air. But airlines have to agree to perform additional inspections. Read More
Business Travel News — SAS beginning June 17 will add service between Copenhagen and Atlanta. Read More
Travel Weekly — Deliveries of the twin-aisle A350-1000 are slated to begin in 2026. Read More
Business Travel News — American Airlines is tweaking its AAdvantage program benefits for 2024. Current qualifications and levels remain intact, with a few new sweeteners. But a number of AA's open-to-all features are phasing into an AAdvantage members-only model. Read More
Afar Magazine — As of the start of 2024, the $52 advance e-visa is no longer mandatory. Read More
Forbes — The Transportation Security Administration’s PreCheck program, which enables low-risk passengers to get through airport security checkpoints quicker, announced that the program has expanded to 94 U.S. and foreign airlines. Read More
Travel Pulse — The arrival experience for travelers visiting Jamaica is about to get easier thanks to the installation of new passport kiosks at two of the island’s three international airports. Read More
Travel Pulse — The Brazilian Tourist Board has postponed required entry visas for passport holders from Australia, Canada and the United States until April 10, 2024. Read More
U.S. Department of State — Information on current government issued travel warnings and alerts. Read More
Business Travel News — Uber has added new sustainability features including an "emissions savings" option for green rides, incentives for green airport travel, expanded UberX Share availability, and introduced Uber Green in Australia. Read More
Insider Travel Report — Hilton announced that it plans to open a number of new hotels and resorts as part of Hilton Luxury Brands, which includes Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts, Conrad Hotels & Resorts and LXR Hotels & Resorts. Read More
Insider Travel Report — Hyatt Hotels Corporation reported its expected growth trajectory for 2024 and beyond, underscored by a record year of deal signings in 2023. Read More
Insider Travel Report — Hyatt is unveiling “Be More Here,” a new brand platform that invites guests, members and customers to lean into the transformative powers of travel and be more present. Read More
Fodors — Resort fees, bright alarm clocks, powdered milk, and other rude awakenings. Read More
Travel Pulse — Hilton revealed the name of its new lower midscale extended-stay brand – LivSmart Studios by Hilton – which was originally introduced under the working title of Project H3 and designed to serve what the company believes is an underserved market. Read More
Afar Magazine — Flying can be uncomfortable for the average passenger, but for taller travelers it can be downright misery. Here are some ways to (literally) ease the pain. Read More
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Travel Pulse — Las Vegas is cracking down on all activities that disrupt the flow of traffic on the city’s elevated pedestrian walkways. Read More
Time — Expect to see more Asian ingredients, such as ube and black sesame, along with chocolate alternatives and foods with minimal environmental impact. Read More
Travel + Leisure — Canada is the safest place to travel, according to a new report. Read More
Afar Magazine — The world’s longest commercial flight — nearly 20 hours from Newark to Singapore — is taking off next month, and seasoned travelers aren’t all convinced that being on a plane for that long is best. Read More
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