They may have been first when it came to frequent flyer programs, but American AAdvantage will be one of the last to officially discontinue the use of a printed Member Guide. Last month, the frequent… Continue Reading
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Northwest's "Fly Free Faster" Returns
Northwest WorldPerks has brought back “Fly Free Faster,” a perennial favorite that promotes partner activity. Members can earn 10,000 miles by completing one “qualifying activity”… Continue Reading
Chicago Taxpayers May Net Some Miles
Air travelers are always looking for ways to get frequent flyer miles, and they’ve let Cook County (Ill.) Treasurer Maria Pappas know it. That’s why Pappas is asking the County Board to examine… Continue Reading
United Rolls Out New Credit Card
United and Chase have unveiled a new rewards card — the United Mileage Plus Platinum Class Signature Visa card. For the first time, members can get a Mileage Plus Visa card that does not have a… Continue Reading
TripRewards Casts a Spell
Cendant Hotel Group has launched its summer TripRewards promotion, “Stay a Spell,” on the heels of the release of Columbia Pictures’ “Bewitched,” staring Nicole Kidman and… Continue Reading
Kansas Town Subsidizing AirTran Frequent Flyer Program
Wichita, Kan.-area businesses have pledged nearly $500,000 to fund an initiative to enhance AirTran Airways frequent flyer program, The Wichita Eagle reported. The goal was to develop brand loyalty and… Continue Reading
New Delta Rewards Card Offers Discounts
American Express and Delta have introduced the SkyPoints Credit Card, a rewards card that offers a new currency — SkyPoints — that can be redeemed for discounts on Delta flights. Cardmembers… Continue Reading
Hidden Assets?
Frequent flyer programs could be on track to becoming public companies. We look at what value these programs have as hidden airline assets, and what going public might mean to members. Continue Reading
Brancatelli – The $30 Billion Question about the Big Six
Given all the taxpayer money that's been handed out to struggling airlines, Joe is not amused. His solution? Nationalize 'em. Now, before you think Joe's gone "Che Guevara" on us, hear him out. Continue Reading
Best Bets – June, 28 2005
Until July 15, Delta SkyMiles members can achieve Silver Medallion status with a single flight from one of 14 cities. Any Delta or Song flight that originates from one of the following cities qualifies:… Continue Reading