IdeaWorks and Amadeus have published a report estimating that the total amount of ancillary revenue earned by the airlines is expected to reach $36.1 billion worldwide in 2012, an 11.3 percent increase… Continue Reading

The earning rate for spending at Hilton is increasing on the Hilton HHonors Surpass card. As of Nov. 1, cardholders earn 12 points per $1 spent at Hilton Hotels (compared to the previous rate of nine… Continue Reading

This holiday season, Delta SkyMiles members who purchase or renew a one-year or three-year Sky Club membership through Dec. 31, 2012 can get two additional months free with promotion code SC2MO or 1,500… Continue Reading

Effective Jan. 15, 2013, Delta Air Lines will no longer check a passenger’s bags to their destination when they are traveling on more than one ticket, even if the airline indicated on the second… Continue Reading

In last month’s Opening Remarks, Randy said the recent change by Delta SkyMiles to no longer offer full mileage earning on “unpublished fares” seems to be “… just another… Continue Reading

Alitalia has launched a new credit card for U.S. residents. The Alitalia American Express is issued by First Bankcard, a division of First National Bank of Omaha, and offers two miles per $1 spent on… Continue Reading

Southwest Airlines has announced that it will start flying to San Juan, Puerto Rico on April 14, 2013. Its initial flight to Puerto Rico will be the first time the airline has ventured outside the United… Continue Reading

Hilton HHonors members can earn 1,000 points per night for weekend stays through Dec. 31, 2012. Register for the 1,000 Reasons promotion and earn 1,000 bonus points per night on Thursday, Friday, Saturday,… Continue Reading

American AAdvantage members can earn double elite-qualifying miles and points on all American Airlines, American Eagle and American Connection flights through the end of the year. Flights booked prior… Continue Reading