The new Tulum International Airport, while aesthetically pleasing with its natural light, artistic designs inspired by Tulum’s jungle surroundings, and cultural motifs paying homage to the region’s Mayan heritage, falls short in terms of food and beverage options. Upon exploring the airport, it became quickly apparent that there were limited choices for passengers looking to
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As someone who considers themselves well-versed in European travel, having a preferred list of airlines for different destinations, I recently had the opportunity to experience JetBlue’s transatlantic flight for the first time. The journey was from JFK to Dublin and back, offering a mix of Mint Suite luxury and Core class comfort. This article will
Lufthansa is set to revolutionize the airline industry with the debut of its Allegris aircraft interior on May 1st. This highly anticipated cabin design will first be unveiled on new Airbus A350 planes, beginning with routes connecting Munich to Vancouver. The Allegris cabins are poised to be the most diverse and innovative in the sky,
The Department of Transportation has recently announced agreements with 18 U.S. states and territories to enhance the monitoring of airlines’ compliance with consumer protection laws. This collaboration aims to empower state attorneys general by providing them with more authority to investigate potential violations of these laws. In the past, state attorneys general had limited involvement
Emirates has been making significant moves in the aviation industry, including a successful codeshare partnership with United Airlines. This partnership has enabled customers to enjoy an expanded U.S. network and beyond, providing enhanced travel experiences with the convenience of a single ticket. By offering seamless travel on both carriers, customers can benefit from shared baggage
In response to Iran’s missile attack on Israel, United Airlines has decided to once again suspend flights to Tel Aviv. This decision was made after a thorough consideration of the safety of their customers and crews. In addition to Tel Aviv, United also canceled its Tuesday departure to Jordan from Washington Dulles. The airline stated
In an attempt to boost recognition and clear up confusion surrounding the airport’s location, Oakland officials have voted in favor of changing the name of the city’s airport to San Francisco Bay Oakland International Airport. This proposal is supported by the Port of Oakland, which claims that the current name, Oakland International Airport, often leads
Recently, ASTA has gained international support in its battle against American Airlines’ distribution strategy. The World Travel Agents Associations Alliance (WTAAA), Association of Canadian Travel Agencies and Travel Advisors (ACTA), and Foro Latinoamericano de Turismo (FOLATUR) have all issued statements against American Airlines. One of the main issues that ASTA has with American Airlines is
There has been a growing concern among U.S. airlines and airline industry labor unions regarding the imbalance in the competitive playing field between U.S. and Chinese carriers. This concern has led to a request to the Biden administration to halt further increases in the number of flights allowed for Chinese carriers to operate in the
The completion of the airport expansion in Nuuk, the capital city of Greenland, is creating new opportunities for expedition cruise lines like Viking, Silversea, and HX. With a longer runway and a new terminal expected to open in late November, the airport will provide more options for airlift into Greenland. This development is set to
The airline industry is experiencing a significant shift in the way airfares and ancillaries are being priced. According to ATPCO estimates, approximately 25% of airfares, ancillaries, and airfare bundles currently sold are dynamically created. This represents a notable increase from the 15% reported in October 2022. ATPCO CEO Alex Zoghlin predicts that this trend will
Gone are the days of cramped cages and uncomfortable flights for your furry friends. Bark, a company synonymous with pampering dogs, is taking luxury to new heights by introducing Bark Air – a premium flying experience designed specifically for your canine companion. Air Routes Bark Air will be launching with two exclusive routes: one connecting
Qantas is set to introduce its largest increase in reward seat availability starting in July. This increase will come in the form of the Classic Plus category of reward seats. This new category will result in 20 million additional seats being made available for Qantas Points redemption over a rolling 12-month period. This is a
The announcement of Alaska Airlines’ deal to acquire Hawaiian Airlines has sparked a lot of discussion and anticipation in the airline industry. Both carriers are now preparing for the integration process while also collaborating with the U.S. Department of Justice to secure approval for the merger. According to Joe Sprague, the regional president of Alaska
Delta Airlines has been lagging behind its competitors, American and United, in terms of NDC adoption. Although the airline plans to begin testing its NDC iteration with select partners later this year, it has been the slowest of the three network U.S. airlines to move forward with NDC implementation. Sara Reid, Delta’s managing director of
Spirit Airlines recently announced an agreement with Airbus to defer the delivery of several aircraft, affecting planes that were initially set to arrive between 2025 and 2026. This delay has been extended to 2030 and 2031, resulting in significant changes to the airline’s fleet schedule. The decision is expected to have a substantial impact on
The recent pilot hiring pauses by major airlines such as United and Southwest may suggest that the pilot shortage in the U.S. airline industry post-pandemic has ended. However, a closer look reveals a more nuanced reality. While mainline carriers have managed to address their pilot shortages, regional carriers, which operate flights under banners like American
The ongoing efforts by airlines to transition travel agencies from legacy GDS systems to NDC platforms have faced resistance from many travel advisors. Even agencies that have made the switch report numerous challenges with post-ticketing servicing. American Airlines, for instance, is moving away from legacy GDSs and aims to operate entirely in the NDC environment.