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Delta Air Lines has opened its Delta One Lounge at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), offering a premium lounge experience for West Coast travelers. Located adjacent to the Delta Sky Club in Terminal 3, this new facility is designed to provide an exclusive and high-touch ground experience.
Alaska Airlines has announced the latest travel trends for this fall, highlighting a rise in bookings to less frequented destinations as travelers seek unique experiences. The airline is preparing for the busiest travel period of the year, including Thanksgiving, with increased staffing and expanded flight options.
The Boeing Company has released its major program deliveries for the third quarter of 2024. The announcement was made from Arlington, Virginia, and highlights activities across both commercial and defense operations.
Employees of Porpiglia Farms, an apple grower in Upstate New York, are pursuing legal action to remove the United Farm Workers (UFW) union from their workplace. Ricardo Bell, a Porpiglia employee leading this effort, has filed a brief with the New York Public Employment Relations Board (PERB), challenging arguments made by UFW lawyers against the workers' union decertification petition. Bell is receiving assistance from National Right to Work Legal Defense Foundation attorneys.
Federal Express Corporation, a leading express transportation company, has been recognized by HR Asia as one of the 'Best Companies to Work for in Asia 2024.' This marks the fourth consecutive year FedEx has received this accolade. The company also won awards in three additional categories: “Most Caring Company,” “Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI),” and “Sustainable Workplace.”
Delta Air Lines has initiated a fare cap for new bookings as of October 6, in anticipation of Hurricane Milton. This measure is aimed at assisting passengers who are seeking to leave areas expected to be impacted by the storm. The capped fares apply to twelve cities in Florida and vary depending on the distance flown.
Delta Air Lines is set to inaugurate its second Delta One Lounge at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) this Thursday. This new addition, located in Terminal 3, follows the launch of a similar lounge at New York City's John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) earlier this year. The LAX facility spans just over 10,000 square feet and aims to provide premium travelers with a range of amenities including an exclusive check-in experience and a dedicated Transportation Security Agency checkpoint.
Federal Express Corporation, conocida como FedEx, ha anunciado el inicio de un nuevo vuelo que conectará Miami, Guatemala y Honduras. Este servicio proporcionará una capacidad de carga diaria de hasta 52,000 libras y mejorará la conectividad para las empresas centroamericanas en sus operaciones de importación y exportación hacia Estados Unidos y otros destinos internacionales.
Renting a car with a debit card can be more challenging than expected. Caroline Tanner from The Points Guy shares insights on the process, emphasizing that rental policies vary by company and location. She advises contacting rental locations in advance to confirm their specific requirements.
EFTA flight instructors now have the opportunity to join Emirates as First Officers after completing five years in their training roles. These instructors, once trained to operate Airbus A380s and Boeing 777s, can become part of Emirates' pilot community, which consists of 4,400 pilots.
Delta Air Lines has introduced the Airbus A330-900neo on its daily nonstop route from New York-JFK to Accra, starting October 1, 2024. This aircraft brings a 30% increase in seat capacity between Ghana and the United States, along with enhanced passenger comfort.
United Airlines is set to expand its domestic network with the introduction of four new routes. The Chicago-based airline has announced plans to add flights from its hubs at Chicago's O'Hare International Airport and Dulles International Airport in Washington, D.C.
The Tampa Bay area and other parts of Florida's Gulf Coast are preparing for the arrival of Hurricane Milton. Travelers planning to visit the region in the near future are advised to stay informed about weather conditions and any potential changes to their reservations, as this storm is predicted to be one of the most powerful to hit Florida in a century.
As Hurricane Milton approaches Florida as a Category 4 storm, preparations are underway across the state. Central Florida residents are stocking up on essentials, while visitors at Disney World face decisions about their travel plans.
Dnata, a global provider of air and travel services, has announced a partnership with beOnd, the first premium leisure airline worldwide. This collaboration aims to enhance connectivity between Dubai and various sought-after leisure destinations. Dnata will assist beOnd in promoting its offerings and delivering high-quality services to travelers in the UAE. Currently, beOnd operates routes connecting Al Maktoum - Dubai World Central (DWC) with Male (MLE) in the Maldives and Zurich (ZRH) in Switzerland.
Ongoing hotel strikes have extended to two Hilton-affiliated properties in Boston, with approximately 600 workers now on strike at the Hilton Boston Park Plaza and the Hilton Boston Logan Airport. These strikes are part of a larger movement affecting hotel operations nationwide.
Amazon's Prime Big Deal Days are set to begin on Tuesday, Oct. 8, at 12:01 a.m. PDT and will run for 48 hours until midnight on Oct. 9. The event offers discounts on selected items exclusively for Amazon Prime members.
Rakuten is offering increased cash-back rates for online shoppers during October Prime Day. Shoppers can earn up to 15% cash back at various retailers through the Savvy Shopper Rewards event. This promotion is likely aimed at frequent Rakuten users, who are encouraged to log into their accounts to verify eligibility. New users can receive a $30 bonus after spending $30 on a qualifying purchase within the first 90 days.
Alaska Airlines has unveiled a new Seattle Kraken-themed aircraft, marking the airline's continued support for the NHL team. The aircraft features the team's logo and the coordinates of Climate Pledge Arena, where the Kraken play their home games. The tail number #N933AK pays tribute to 93.3 KJR FM, known as Seattle's Sports Leader and Home of the Kraken.
Oman Air is set to finalize its membership in the Oneworld airline alliance by the second quarter of next year, according to CEO Con Korfiatis. This marks a delay in the Muscat-based carrier's plan, initially announced in 2022, to join the alliance this year. The delay was confirmed at the Routes World conference in Bahrain on October 7.