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When it comes to Delta’s transcontinental upgrade policy for Medallions, it appears that it’s always changing. Earlier this year when Delta slashed Medallion upgrades on transcontinental routes between JFK-LAX/SFO/SEA, then they re-added then for Diamonds and Platinums 6 hours before the flights. The newest update is that if you’re a Platinum or Diamond Medallion you can…
Per Delta Points, Delta is again selling Medallion Qualifying Miles this year for those who need a boost up for their status, but similar to year’s past, these prices are HORRENDOUS so would strongly urge anyone not to buy them. As a Platinum Medallion, I was offered to buy MQMs at the following prices: 2,500…
That’s right, starting December 1st, Delta is expanding its selection of regional and craft beers to the East Coast Shuttle, West Coast Shuttles and on transcontinental flights. I think Beer-Thirty just got a little bit better in Business Class on Delta flights. But don’t worry if you’re an epicurean stuck in economy, you can still enjoy…
This week American Airlines announced a second daily non stop flight between PHL and LHR staring on March 29, 2015, while Delta Airlines announced new daily service between PHL and LHR starting on April 8, 2015.The American Airlines flight will be a daily day-time flight operated with a US Airways Boeing 757-200 with the following…
The other day we were reminded that Delta will retire their Boeing 747 planes in the near future. These planes will be replaced by Airbus in the near future. But if you are still looking to fly one of Delta’s remaining wide body double decker Boeing 747’s there is still time. We’ll share one route we…
Delta is at it again with yet another targeted promotion where they are giving away Gold Medallion status and SkyClub memberships to their corporate clients. Promotion Details: By now you’ve seen the benefits of flying BusinessElite firsthand and experienced the perks of Gold Medallion status, too. Make it your new travel routine. Register here, then…
We like staying connected with inflight wifi when flying on one of Delta’s Gogo wifi equipped planes. So we are partnered up with Gogo to giveaway 10 codes this Holiday season. 10 Free Gogo Wifi Codes Up For Grabs If you are looking to stay connected with in flight wifi over the holidays, check to…
My head is spinning. Delta announced recently that they ordered Airbus 50 new wide body Airbus aircraft to replace their aging fleet of 767 and 747 Boeing planes. Northwest used to have both Boeing and Airbus airplanes in their fleet, and that is how Delta acquired their current 747 double decker Boeing planes along with…
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As Delta Points has put it, Delta is really descending their SkyMiles program for 2015, and this latest announcement follows in that line. Stopovers For Award Travel booked prior to January 1, 2015, one stopover is allowed per roundtrip Award Ticket under certain circumstances. A stopover is defined as a stay of more than 4 hours…
Delta is continuing the expansion of its Seattle hub by announcing daily non-stop service to 5 new cities: Boise, Denver, Sacramento, Ketchikan and Sitka, Alaska. The service will start on May 4th to Sacramento and Boise, on May 15th to Ketchikan and Sitka, Alaska and on June 4th to Denver.Tickets go on sale November 20th…
Here comes Delta with another huge Sky Club enhancement. This time it’s a good one and a true game changer. The average Delta business traveler (based on my scientific first hand knowledge) gets up early in the morning, catches an Uber or drives to the airport, and heads to the Sky Club lounge. Currently, most…
Per Flyertalk, Delta currently is offering a mistake far from Minneapolis to Wenatchee, WA in the B fare class for most of next year, where you will be able to earn nearly 5,700 Medallion Qualifying Miles for only $141. While, you won’t be getting many redeemable miles, if you are looking for a way to boost…
It’s hard for me to turn down breakfast on the road. So when I get an interesting breakfast option while traveling, I usually just give it a try. First there was the excellent Delta First Class Omelette and then they enhanced breakfast options in the Sky Clubs like the Atlanta T SkyClub. And for road trips, my personal…
Late last year Delta announced they will be flying their new Flat Bed Business Elite seats between LAX and New York. These seats look awesome for domestic travel let alone short haul international travel. Sadly I haven’t flown them yet. But that may change today as I’m flying on a 757-200. To date, I’ve only…
Just a head’s up for those travelers who are planning this week, there is expected to be bad weather in the Midwest, and because of this Delta Air Lines is the first airline that has already issued a waiver, which means if you’re flying you can take advantage of the waived change fees and fare differences if you’re looking…
One of the coolest features of the elite program at Delta is the Porsche transfer service they offer their top tier elite members. It turns out the program is now being expanded to New York LaGuardia, Seattle and Detroit. You can read the full press release here. ATLANTA, Nov. 3, 2014 – Delta Air Lines (NYSE: DAL)…
On Friday Delta posted that it’s looking to hire Flight Attendants, and what they say about the job – well, we just can’t make this stuff up … “Please sit down, fasten your seat belt, prepare your career for take-off and get ready to embark on an amazing journey that, if you are willing to…
Delta Air Lines launched their new New York (LGA)-Boston shuttle service today on mainline Boeing 717 aircrafts from Terminal C. We wrote about this when it was annoucned this summer, but today marks the first day of the new service. As a reminder LGA-BOS shuttle fliers can expect the following with this move: With the…
For a limited time Delta Loyalty members can reserve an award ticket to the Caribbean or Latin America for fewer miles. Members can save up to 10,000 miles by booking an award before the sale ends on November 2, 2014. How To Book Delta And Save Complete Booking Your Travel Before November 2nd Valid Travel…