Here's the truth: I have a raft of terrible business-travel news to report today. Security screwups. Big Six stupidity. Frequent-flyer program perfidy. You know, the usual stuff...But I just don't feel… Continue Reading
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Intelligence – January, 03 2005
* Hyatt Hotels has agreed to buy the 143-hotel AmeriSuites chain from the Blackstone Group in a move to boost its franchise in hotels catering to executives. Hyatt didn’t disclose the terms of the… Continue Reading
Opening Remarks – January, 03 2005
"Burn or earn" is STILL a burning question; whole lotta hooking up, and breaking up, going on in hotels; getting ready for Freddie and more. Continue Reading
French Government Sells Stake in Air France/KLM
The French government sold almost half its stake in Air France KLM in December as part of a wider deal which could see its remaining stake cut to below 20 percent, according to Reuters. The initial sale… Continue Reading
Australia's Flight Centre Establishes Loyalty Program
Australian travel agent group Flight Centre Ltd. said that it will introduce a customer loyalty program, RewardPass, which it hopes will boost sales and profit over the long term. The Brisbane-based company… Continue Reading
Thai Extends Expiration Date
It’s not too late. Members of Thai’s Royal Orchid Plus program will be pleased to hear that they’ve earned an extra month to keep their miles alive. The program announced late last year… Continue Reading
China: State-Run Banks to Offer U.S. Credit Cards
Two Chinese banks plan to roll out American credit cards, including the country’s first dual-currency American Express Card, according to Forbes.com. American Express and Industrial & Commercial… Continue Reading
Philippines: Mabuhay Miles Throws Bash for Best Members
Philippine Airlines Mabuhay Miles program recently threw a party to honor its million-mile members and unveil a new membership card for its most serious flyers. PAL’s new president, Jaime J. Bautista,… Continue Reading
Lufthansa Miles & More Introduces New Top Tier
In the wake of program changes that have some economy-minded members seeing red, Miles & More has reinforced its focus on premium passengers, who may literally be seeing black soon. High-flying members… Continue Reading
Le Meridien Launches Two Offers in Asia Pacific Region
Le Meridien Hotels & Resorts has sweetened the pot for members of Le Meridian Moments, the group’s global loyalty program. Until March 31, additional benefits include Moments Escape, where… Continue Reading