SkyMiles members will be happy to hear that Delta has established a special award travel tips hotline to help alleviate award congestion over the summer months. The hotline, which is updated weekly and can be accessed by calling (888) 750-6699, is only available to economy-class travelers.

The Award Travel Tip Line currently lists award seat opportunities for travel now through Aug. 20, 2001. Some of the routes currently listed include Atlanta to Buenos Aires, Argentina; Atlanta to Turks & Caicos; Boston to Orlando, Fla; Cincinnati to New Orleans; New York/JFK to Tokyo and Los Angeles to Mexico City.

Don’t get too excited about the forecasts though. To check actual award seat availability for these cities or others, or to book award travel, SkyMiles members should call the number on the back of their SkyMiles membership card or Delta reservations at (800) 323-2323.