Before you get up in arms over Alaska Airlines forcing changes to steal planes, this isn't that. Rather, since Hawaiian is suspending three routes, it'll take those planes and redeploy them on their own existing routes that have the demand to justify the additional frequencies. … [Read more...] about Hawaiian is Suspending Three Routes
Jeffsetter Blog (featuring Island Miler)
My Thoughts on a Third AAG Brand
Let's have some fun. As you know, I don't agree with the two-brand, three-livery approach Alaska Air Group is taking. So, here are my thoughts on a third AAG brand, which would better differentiate the different offerings of the group. … [Read more...] about My Thoughts on a Third AAG Brand
New Alaska Air 787 Livery and Routes Unveiled
August promises to be the most information-packed of the Alaska-Hawaiian integration process. However, the first chunk to be released, which included the unveiling of the new Alaska Air 787 livery alongside the announcement of two new routes, leaves more questions than answers. … [Read more...] about New Alaska Air 787 Livery and Routes Unveiled
Southwest Rapid Rewards Priority Visa Changes
We all know Southwest Airlines is going through major changes. For the most part, these changes are seen as ill-informed money grabs. But, to keep up with them, it's inevitable that the Southwest Rapid Rewards Priority Visa changes would follow suit. And, I gotta say, this card has completely lost its appeal to all but the most hardcore Southwest customers. … [Read more...] about Southwest Rapid Rewards Priority Visa Changes
Citi Strata Elite – My Take
Citi hasn't had a super-premium travel rewards card for some time now. However, that changed recently with the Citi Strata Elite Card, but can this card compete with its peers, such as the Chase Sapphire Reserve, the Venture X, or the Platinum card? Let's discuss. … [Read more...] about Citi Strata Elite – My Take
The End is Near for HawaiianMiles
We're inching ever-closer to the complete integration of Hawaiian Airlines within the Alaska Air Group. And, as expected, the next milestone is the integration of the group's frequent flier programs, which inevitably means that the end is near for HawaiianMiles. But that's alot more dramatic sounding than it actually is. Let's discuss. … [Read more...] about The End is Near for HawaiianMiles