To get to California during our Living It Up in California trip, I chose Alaska Air Flight 830. Sure, my decision to fly Alaska was driven by my need to use expiring credits, but the airport I chose was based more on our last trip to NorCal back in 2018. Was that the right decision? I'm not sure. … [Read more...] about Alaska Air Flight 830 HNL to SJC
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Alaska Air 103 Seattle to Honolulu
Our flight home from our Labor Day Weekend PNW Adventure was Alaska Air 103 Seattle to Honolulu. This was probably the most convoluted flight we've ever had with Alaska, though it was nowhere near as bad as what others had been experiencing last year. … [Read more...] about Alaska Air 103 Seattle to Honolulu
Hawaii Flights Caused a Nationwide Ground Stop
Nearly a month ago, two Hawaii flights caused a nationwide ground stop for Alaska Airlines. While the situation was inconvenient for passengers impacted by it, the occurrence exemplifies Alaska's commitment to safety, along with the challenges our reliance on technology causes. … [Read more...] about Hawaii Flights Caused a Nationwide Ground Stop
Alaska Air Flight 808 Honolulu to Seattle
As I mentioned in my introductory post, I flew Alaska Air flight 808 to get to Seattle. This was the first flight I took with my preferred airline since the start of the pandemic and it was kind of a mess. But Alaska continues to mostly deliver where it counts. … [Read more...] about Alaska Air Flight 808 Honolulu to Seattle
Coming Soon: Alaska Air Electronic Bag Tags
Alaska Air has long been a pioneer in checked bag convenience with their print-at-home option. Now, they're taking things a step further with the all-new Alaska Air electronic bag tags. … [Read more...] about Coming Soon: Alaska Air Electronic Bag Tags
Alaska Air Fall 2022 Menu Review
I just got back from California last week and was able to sample the new eats on Alaska Air. So let's talk about the newish Alaska Air fall 2022 menu - ok, just the sandwiches - including what I liked and didn't. … [Read more...] about Alaska Air Fall 2022 Menu Review
Alaska Pilots Reached a Tentative Agreement
In what is a significant relief for me, as I'm sure it is for others, Alaska pilots reached a tentative agreement with the airline after a long and contentious round of negotiations. Now all that's left is for union members to vote to ratify the contract, which they are largely expected to do. … [Read more...] about Alaska Pilots Reached a Tentative Agreement
Alaska Air 2022 Food For Purchase
I recently flew Alaska for a quick trip to the PNW. I'll get around to reviewing that trip once I finish my Big Island 2022 trip review, but for now, I want to show you guys what Alaska Air 2022 food for purchase looks like. I've got to say, I'm a bit disappointed. … [Read more...] about Alaska Air 2022 Food For Purchase
Alaska Beat Hawaiian in On-Time Performance!
Typically, Hawaiian Airlines is the perennial top performer as far as punctuality goes in the U.S. Not this time. Instead, Alaska beat Hawaiian in on-time performance, which is the first time I remember seeing this happen. … [Read more...] about Alaska Beat Hawaiian in On-Time Performance!
Yay! Alaska Air is Launching Electronic Bag Tags!
As regular readers know, Alaska Airlines is my preferred airline. The reason for this is a combination of service, value, and convenience. That last aspect is about to get even better as Alaska Air is launching electronic bag tags! … [Read more...] about Yay! Alaska Air is Launching Electronic Bag Tags!