DLD 218: Smoothing connections
A smooth connection in Seattle was unexpected. Smoothing connections in Africa might be useful. And…
DLD 214: A new Number 1 and new numbers for 1K
United has new elite rules, Marriott still struggles, new A380 engines are stalled and Primera is…
Finnair ends free trial, rolls out wifi charges
All good things must end some day. For most Finnair passengers that means no more…
United shuffles boarding groups
Should we really expect much to change with United's latest take on aircraft boarding order?…
United bringing “Preferred” seating to economy class in Q4 2018
United Airlines passengers will soon have the option to pay more for assigned seats on…
DLD 204: Low-balling the buyout offer
It is an interesting time to be a 3rd party loyalty program operator. Air Canada…
Emirates Skywards swallows flyDubai OPEN
The long slog to full integration of Emirates and flyDubai continues apace. This week's announcement…
DLD 198: The AA +UA + Rolls episode
Does it feel like this trio of topics come up too often? Maybe if they…
DLD 196: Some long ones
We mean long routes, not an extra long episode, so don't worry too much about…
Star Alliance teases increased award availability, new top tier for travelers
More award seats? Better elite status recognition? Star Alliance hopes to deliver both thanks to…
