British Air Strike is on!

It looks like the British Air flight attendants will strike at midnight. From the BBC: A strike by British Airways cabin crew will go ahead after talks between the airline and the Unite union collapsed. The three-day walkout begins at midnight, with a further four days of action set to Read more…

Global Entry Program Is Operational at Seattle Airport

Designed for frequent international travelers, the Global Entry Trusted Traveler Program is operational in 20 U.S. airports, including Seattle. Pre-approved travelers expedite entry and by-pass the usual immigration/passport control lines using a 4-question kiosk check-in and taking the machine-produced receipt directly to the expedited customs exits. The average time at Read more…

Airline Updates

One Way Awards now available on United • One-Way Awards are available for both Saver Awards (fewer miles) and Standard Awards (more miles and more flexibility). • You can use these awards to fly United- or United Express-operated flights only. Sorry, these awards cannot currently be used with our airline Read more…

Free WiFi at SEA-TAC

Seattle-Tacoma International Airport is providing FREE WiFi throughout the facility, compliments of Google! The special holiday promotion runs through Jan. 15, 2010. And, the Port of Seattle is preparing for the airport to continue providing free WiFi for passengers, tenants, and guests after Jan 15.

Car Rental Smoking Ban

Avis and Budget car rental companies announced effective October 1, smoking is banned from their rental cars in their entire North American fleet. Renters will receive a cleaning fee of up to $250 if they smoke in the cars. “The number one request we get is for a smoke-free car” Read more…

Alaska Airlines Business Travel Update

Double miles credit for Alaska Airlines MVP Gold members continues to be available through 6/30/09. There is still time to sign up and get double miles credits for June travel. New Alaska Airlines group travel policies make it easier to conduct business meetings in other cities, or travel with sports Read more…

Airline News Roundup

Icelandair begins Seattle-Reykjavik service July 23rd on a 757 configured with 3 classes of service: Saga (business class), Economy Comfort (2×2 seating) and Economy. The flight will operate 4 days per week on Sunday, Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday with returns on Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday. In addition to Iceland, Read more…

Those Crazy Bag Fees!

We have compiled the latest airline bag fees and you can see they are all over the map. ALL airlines have a charge for oversized bags (not included in the chart) so if you you’re hauling a large suitcase, be sure to check the airline website for specifics. Southwest looks Read more…

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