DLD 161: A Grand Delusion
Maybe everyone isn't crazy and they just have really bad ideas, right? A couple bankruptcies and a couple investments, plus a pair of new routes...
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Adios, Spanair
Spanish regional airline Spanair is apparently ceasing operations effective immediately, shutting down their network of flights with virtually zero notice. The move comes as Qatar...
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The debacle that is Avios, and a few gems it offers
When British Airways and Iberia announced a couple months back that they were integrating their loyalty programs under the Avios moniker there were a whole...
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New destinations–and bonus miles–from American Airlines
American Airlines launched 10 new destinations from Los Angeles yesterday. The new routes, mostly served but their American Eagle regional subsidiary, are all offering double...
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Changes to service in the Middle East & Central Asia
The past week has been a busy one for carriers in the Middle East and Central Asia. In addition to the move by Saudi Arabian...
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Flybe to remove award destination options
Flybe, a regional carrier based in the United Kingdom, has announced that they will be removing all destinations in three countries from their award redemption...
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US DoT approves anti-trust deal for American, British Airways, Iberia
Following on the approval granted by the EU last week, the US Department of Transportation has approved the request from American Airlines, British Airways, and...
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British Airways – Iberia merger and ATI approved by EU
In a move that will create the third largest airline in Europe, EU regulators have approved the merger of British Airways and Spanish carrier Iberia....
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Going Gaudi at Guell Park in Barcelona
Barcelona is, from a tourist perspective, a huge Gaudi museum. His influence on the city is remarkable and tons of the sites are out in...
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Embarking on a truly ridiculous journey
I sit in the airport in Luxor, Egypt pondering the absolute insanity of the trip I’m beginning. Nothing quite like a 36+ hour adventure to...