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New for 2014: Earning MQDs with Delta Air Lines
Much as I did with yesterday’s post on United’s Premier Qualifying Dollars, today I’ll discuss Delta Air Lines’ Medallion Qualifying Dollars (MQDs) and what you need to know about earning elite status...
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New Hawaiian Airlines Credit Cards Announced
I shared the news late last year that Hawaiian Airlines — and their new partner, Barclays — were getting ready to re-launch the Hawaiian Airlines credit card in 2014. I was thinking sometime mid-year,...
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Boeing Machinists Voting on New Contract Today
Today, Boeing’s machinists union will vote on a revised contract for work on the new 777X aircraft. The controversy surrounding the contract seems silly to me. I’m not anti-union, but I do believe in...
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Fare Sale: SEA to Boston on UA for $241 (3.8 CPM)
Anutham sent me another deal today for Pacific Northwest readers. You can fly from Seattle to Boston on United Airlines for as low as $230. But for the most miles, you’ll need to travel via Houston or...
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Boeing Machinists Vote YES! with 51% Majority
I stayed up late last night, after 10 PM, to listen to the results of the vote by IAM District 751 on Boeing’s revised contract offer. Local leadership resisted a vote, but national leadership forced...
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Book Now before Hyatt Award Chart Changes on January 7
Hyatt made several changes to its Gold Passport program last year, most of which kick in on January 7. These include the usual category shifts as some hotels move higher or lower but also more dramatic...
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Week in Review: Dec 29 – Jan 4
I used to spend a lot of time on these reviews, probably more than I should have. But there is still information out there I never get around to sharing and builds up in my RSS reader or browser...
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Fare Sale: SEA to Oslo on UA for $593 (4.3 CPM)
This is an excellent price for an long-distance mileage run, as it’s rare that I can get them close to the 4 CPM range. The Flight Deal was able to find it as low as $590, but pay a few extra dollars...
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Excellent Value from the SPG American Express Card
Obviously it’s great to have a travel rewards card that earns valuable points — and lots of them. But I also try to focus on cards that provide multiple benefits. Things like helping me earn elite...
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8 Suggestions for Better Travel
I launched ”Hack My Trip” two years ago without much clue as to what I was doing. It started out as more of a journal and still is in some respects. I’m fortunate that it has grown into a business that...
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38K Club Carlson Points after Three Nights
Club Carlson shared its winter promotion today. You can get 38,000 bonus Gold Points after spending three nights at any Club Carlson properties. You don’t need to complete all three stays at the same...
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American Airlines & US Airways integration begins today
January 7, 2014 marks a big day for the #newAmerican Airlines. Not only is it the first day of A321T operations (of which yours truly will be flying today in First Class, follow on twitter for...
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News on American Airlines Integration and A321T
Amol shared some information this morning about the beginning of the integration between American Airlines and US Airways. Today, January 7, is the first day of reciprocal benefits: “Passenger Day 1.”...
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Comparing Airline Elite Status in 2014
Over a year ago I created some comparison tables of elite status across the five major U.S. carriers: Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta Air Lines, United Airlines, and US Airways. Now, American...
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Review: American Airlines Flagship Check-In/Lounge JFK
I was lucky to find a First Class Saver Award on one of the 3 inaugural Airbus A321T flights on January 7th (there was a 4th out of LAX but it was a redeye that landed on the 8th, so I don’t count...
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Review: American Airlines Inaugural A321T First Class
To read how I got on this flight, read part one. January 7th, 2014 American Airlines 181 New York JFK – Los Angeles Airbus A321T (32B) Seat 2A, Flagship First Class 4:45pm-8:15pm (scheduled)...
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Updated 2014 Airline Elite Status Tables
Apparently there were very few corrections necessary this time around, but I have updated my elite status comparison tables with new versions. You can find them on the original post. I’ve also updated...
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How to find out your Singapore Airlines menu in advance
Those who have flown in Singapore Airlines Suites, First, or Business Class know about Book the Cook, the airline’s meal pre-order option. If you’re not familiar, Scott had a post a while back...
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Register for Hyatt’s Endless Possibilities Promotion
I reviewed the new Endless Possibilities promotion from Hyatt Gold Passport in an earlier post. The earning period begins on January 15 and runs through April 30, but registration just began. Make sure...
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Delta Deals Yet Another Blow to Amex Platinum Card
Paul shared an email with me on Twitter this morning announcing that Delta will no longer permit complimentary guest access to the Delta Sky Club when entering with a credit card, including the...
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