JetBlue Adding More Seats And Checked Bag Fees

JetBlue had an interesting way of announcing some negative changes today. They didn't announce the changes to customers, but rather to investors, explaining how they "plan to drive shareholder returns through differentiated products and service."

To clarify, when they say "differentiated products and service" they don't mean different than what their competitors offer, but rather different than what they currently offer.

There are two significant changes:

The first change is that JetBlue will begin offering a fare class intended for "customers who do not plan to check a bag," starting in the first half of 2015. That's a nice way of saying that they'll starting charging for the first checked bag on their lowest fares:

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Travel Challenge: St. Lucia with Limited Flexibitilty

The island of St. Lucia is a special place for me. Sara and I honeymooned there for a week in 2008 and returned 5 years later for an equally fantastic time. It was the right destination for us; a week hanging out at the beach on the west cost of the island at Ti Kaye […]



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Delta Confirms Elimination of Free Stopovers on Awards, Stealth Way to Increase Award Pricing

Delta’s new 2015 frequent flyer program is coming closer to fruition. Miles will be awarded based on dollars spent instead of miles flown Minimum spending requirements for elite status go up 20% New award pricing goes into effect, along with one-way awards. They’ve improved the award search calendar, though there are still bugs and glitches […]

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Surfacing: Shopping and Eating Amid History in Richmond, Va.

For years, Church Hill has been a neighborhood to avoid after dark. But these days, the 18th-century enclave has some of the city’s most appealing shops and dining spots.

















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For Cyber Monday, Hotel Deals With an American Accent

Cyber Monday deals include discounts at hotels ranging from the Mission Point Resort on Mackinac Island in Michigan to the Wigwam in Arizona.

















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Further United MileagePlus Devaluations for 2015

United MileagePlus is one of the loyalty programs which has made the most tweaks over the past couple of years. They are keeping true to that pattern today, with further "enhancements" to the 2015 MileagePlus program that will negatively impact many of their Premier members. These changes are in addition to United announcing that MileagePlus will go revenue based in 2015, literally copying Delta's every aspect of Delta's SkyMiles program.

So what further changes have just been announced?

UA Insider announced on FlyerTalk this morning that in addition to updates to the 2015 MileagePlus program, Copa Airlines will be launching their own loyalty program in July 2015.

Copa's current loyalty program is MileagePlus, so all standard Premier benefits are also available when traveling on Copa. Prior to the integration of Continental and United, Copa's loyalty program was Continental OnePass.

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In Transit Blog: A Local Touch at Thompson Hotel in Miami Beach

The Thompson Miami Beach hotel, opening Nov. 21, will have a restaurant with a Florida focus.

















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In Sicily, Market to Class to Table

Cooking tours offer Sicilians a chance to share their culture with visitors who want a taste of it.

















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Save On United Flights With Veterans Advantage

Having recently celebrated Veterans Day, it seems appropriate to discuss the benefits offered through Veterans Advantage, in particular the opportunity to save up to 5% on United flights.

Membership is open to US Military Veterans, Active Duty Military, National Guard or Reservist, Retired Military, Retired Guard or Reservist, and Family Members (Spouse, Parent, Child, and Sibling) of one of the above.

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25% Discount Buying Starwood Points

Starwood is offering up to a 25% discount on purchased points through the end of the year. 10% off 500–9,500 Starpoints 15% off 10,000–14,500 Starpoints 20% off 15,000–19,500 Starpoints 25% off 20,000 Starpoints This isn’t an uncommon offer — Starwood offered this back in April, last November, and the previous March — but it’s also […]

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Five Credit Card Features You Shouldn’t Travel Without

There’s no need to bring an entire wallet full of credit cards along on a trip abroad. However, bringing the right ones along will ensure that you are well covered in the case of an emergency and that your trip is made just a little bit more comfortable. Here are five types of credit cards […]



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36 Hours in Seattle

Shake off the charcoal skies and wet weather to discover colorful art, a vibrant food scene, sweeping views and more during a weekend in the Emerald City.

















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I Heart My City: Zubair’s Lahore

Zubair Khawar is a textile designer, but his true passion is travel photography. Born and raised in Lahore, he has recently started exploring his hometown through the eyes of a visitor—the true mark of any travel photographer worth his snuff—wandering the city's markets, observing the crowds, and sharing the color and bustle of daily life through images. Here's a look at the Punjab provincial capital through Zubair's lens.



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Review: Hyatt Herald Square New York

I was excited to check out the Hyatt Herald Square, which is Hyatt's newest property in New York. As I mentioned in the introduction post, Hyatt's New York footprint has been growing like crazy lately. In the past year they've opened the Park Hyatt New York, Hyatt Times Square, and Hyatt Union Square.

It's nice to have yet another property, in another unique part of New York City.

I got a very reasonable "My Elite Rate" of ~$160.

Within my cancellation deadline the rate actually dropped to $120, which seemed extremely cheap for New York City.

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Orthogonal or bust: Brad Gerstner lays out the roadmap in travel

One of the most watched panels on stage at Phocuswright this year was the “Investor Insights” lineup during the Travel Innovation Summit, ...



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