Czech airlines status match special will allow you to get an OK Plus Silver or Gold Card with all of the above-standard advantages these cards feature for just a single flight with Czech Airlines. All that is required is that you hold a card of the same level from another airline.
How to make use of the Czech airlines status match special?
All you need to do is purchase a ticket for OK flight operated by Czech Airlines and complete the application for the issuing of an OK Plus Card.
Please send the completed application and a copy of your existing card as a scan in an e-mail attachment, or in person to a Czech Airlines office near you.
http://www.czechairlines.co.uk/en/portal/loyalty_programs/ffp_okplus/card_match.htm
Further abroad, delta skymiles,airfrance KLM,Aeroflot, Aeroméxico, Air Europa, Alitalia, Kenya Airways and Tarom are all SkyTeam members, and will honour elite status on their own flights.
See what it's like to be a valued customer
OK Plus Silver and Gold Card holders can enjoy unique advantages. With us, you can, for example, travel in Business Class even if you have purchased an Economy Class ticket. But we offer you many more advantages.
E-mail: okplus@csa.cz
Rules of the Card Match special:
If you are holder of a card on the level of the OK Plus Silver, Gold, or Platinum Card from another airline (outside of the SkyTeam Alliance), we will give you a card of the same level (but no higher than the OK Plus Gold Card)
To get the card, you only need to purchase and fly on a ticket for an OK flight operated by Czech Airlines for which OK Plus miles are credited to at least 100%. The flight must be flown after the delivery of a completed form to a Czech Airlines branch and the miles must be credited for it in the OK Plus Programme.
The application and a copy (scan) of your existing card from another airline can be submitted as a scanned document in an e-mail attachment, by post or in person to a Czech Airlines office near you
The OK Plus Card of the corresponding level will be sent to the address you provided in the OK Plus Programme immediately after your flight
Depending on the contact address, the delivery of the card may take up to four weeks
All other rules of the OK Programme General Rules apply
Saturday, July 30, 2011
AY to fly Helsinki to Lyon france
In April 2012 Finnair will start a daily direct route from Helsinki to Lyon in east-central France. For residents of France's second largest city and its surroundings, the route provides not only a convenient service to Finland, but also smooth connections to all of Finnair's Asian destinations. The new service will also be served well connected to Finnair's domestic routes.
The route will be flown twice daily as of 2 April 2012. Morning flights from HEL to LYS will depart at 7:50am and afternoon flights daily at 4pm. Morning flights from Lyon to Helsinki will depart daily at 10:45am and evening flights at 6:50pm. The route will be flown with Embraer E-190 aircraft.
"For passengers travelling from Asia, Finnair offers very fast connections to a comprehensive European route network that will be further enhanced with the addition of Lyon," says Ville Iho, Senior Vice President, Operations.
Situated where the Rhône and Saône rivers converge, Lyon has a population of over 1.2 million, and its metropolitan area is the second largest in France. A convenient tram service connects Lyon-Saint Exupéry International Airport to the city centre in just half an hour. The airport is also served by direct high-speed TGV train connections to other parts of France and Italy. Lyon is also an excellent hub for tourists travelling to hike or ski in the Alps, for example in Grenoble or Miribel.
The route will be flown twice daily as of 2 April 2012. Morning flights from HEL to LYS will depart at 7:50am and afternoon flights daily at 4pm. Morning flights from Lyon to Helsinki will depart daily at 10:45am and evening flights at 6:50pm. The route will be flown with Embraer E-190 aircraft.
"For passengers travelling from Asia, Finnair offers very fast connections to a comprehensive European route network that will be further enhanced with the addition of Lyon," says Ville Iho, Senior Vice President, Operations.
Situated where the Rhône and Saône rivers converge, Lyon has a population of over 1.2 million, and its metropolitan area is the second largest in France. A convenient tram service connects Lyon-Saint Exupéry International Airport to the city centre in just half an hour. The airport is also served by direct high-speed TGV train connections to other parts of France and Italy. Lyon is also an excellent hub for tourists travelling to hike or ski in the Alps, for example in Grenoble or Miribel.
book cheap train tickets on lufthansa.com
It is now easier than ever to book a rail ticket to the airport to catch a Lufthansa flight. Low-priced train tickets can be booked directly via www.lufthansa.com. When booking a flight online, passengers simply need to click on the new “Rail&Fly” option, then select their route and their travel class. Previously rail tickets had to be booked separately.
Rail&Fly - is offering you advantages
Comfortable trip to your airport from more than 5.600 Deutsche Bahn train stations. Very convenient - The Rail&Fly ticket is valid one day before departure and one day after returning to Germany, as well as on the date of travel. You have free choice of trains - the Rail&Fly Ticket is not limited to specific trains. You may also use IC/EC (InterCity, EuroCity) and ICE (Intercity Express) trains at no extra charge.
Detailed information about the Rail&Fly offer is available on the Lufthansa website at www.lufthansa.com/de/en/The-train-to-the-plane.
A Rail&Fly ticket to the departure airport for an international Lufthansa flight can be added to the flight booking for only 25 euros in 2nd class and 45 euros in 1st class. The price for a round-trip ticket is 50 euros or 90 euros respectively. The Rail&Fly ticket can be used on nearly all Deutsche Bahn trains, including the ICE. More than 5,600 DB railway stations throughout Germany qualify as departure stations.
Once their flight booking has been confirmed, passengers can simply print out their rail ticket at their own convenience. They will also receive a separate confirmation by email, containing all their travel information and the link to the train ticket. In addition to their plane ticket, passengers will be required to show their credit card, EC card or DB BahnCard as identification on the train.
Rail&Fly - is offering you advantages
Comfortable trip to your airport from more than 5.600 Deutsche Bahn train stations. Very convenient - The Rail&Fly ticket is valid one day before departure and one day after returning to Germany, as well as on the date of travel. You have free choice of trains - the Rail&Fly Ticket is not limited to specific trains. You may also use IC/EC (InterCity, EuroCity) and ICE (Intercity Express) trains at no extra charge.
Detailed information about the Rail&Fly offer is available on the Lufthansa website at www.lufthansa.com/de/en/The-train-to-the-plane.
A Rail&Fly ticket to the departure airport for an international Lufthansa flight can be added to the flight booking for only 25 euros in 2nd class and 45 euros in 1st class. The price for a round-trip ticket is 50 euros or 90 euros respectively. The Rail&Fly ticket can be used on nearly all Deutsche Bahn trains, including the ICE. More than 5,600 DB railway stations throughout Germany qualify as departure stations.
Once their flight booking has been confirmed, passengers can simply print out their rail ticket at their own convenience. They will also receive a separate confirmation by email, containing all their travel information and the link to the train ticket. In addition to their plane ticket, passengers will be required to show their credit card, EC card or DB BahnCard as identification on the train.
Star Alliance members ANA Lufthansa Joint Venture
ANA, Japan’s largest airline, and Deutsche Lufthansa AG, Europe’s leading airline, are announcing that they are launching a strategic joint venture with each other on Japan-Europe routes after ANA receiving Anti-Trust Immunity (ATI) approval from the Japanese Ministry of Land Infrastructure and Transport. This latest agreement between the two Star Alliance members follows the launch of a similar joint venture between ANA and United Airlines on trans-Pacific routes in April.
Christoph Franz, Chairman of the Executive Board & Chief Executive Officer Deutsche Lufthansa AG, said: “This approval marks a great step forward for our customers. Optimised flight schedules will better enable them in future to plan their trips between Japan and Europe. We look forward to this opportunity to consolidate our cooperation with ANA, which signifies a further milestone that will bring the two economic areas closer together. After the tragic earthquake, the go-ahead for our joint venture is a sign that Japan is looking to the future.”
The joint venture with Lufthansa will improve the level of service offered to passengers by allowing ANA and Lufthansa to work together on schedule coordination and joint product sales. Customers will benefit from seamless transfers and better connections. The two carriers aim to introduce the new joint venture within the 2011 winter timetable.
Shinichiro Ito, ANA President and CEO, said: “I’m delighted that we have received official approval to operate the only joint venture on Japan-Europe routes. This agreement will further improve the level of service we offer to passengers and boost our company’s international competitiveness.”
Christoph Franz, Chairman of the Executive Board & Chief Executive Officer Deutsche Lufthansa AG, said: “This approval marks a great step forward for our customers. Optimised flight schedules will better enable them in future to plan their trips between Japan and Europe. We look forward to this opportunity to consolidate our cooperation with ANA, which signifies a further milestone that will bring the two economic areas closer together. After the tragic earthquake, the go-ahead for our joint venture is a sign that Japan is looking to the future.”
The joint venture with Lufthansa will improve the level of service offered to passengers by allowing ANA and Lufthansa to work together on schedule coordination and joint product sales. Customers will benefit from seamless transfers and better connections. The two carriers aim to introduce the new joint venture within the 2011 winter timetable.
Shinichiro Ito, ANA President and CEO, said: “I’m delighted that we have received official approval to operate the only joint venture on Japan-Europe routes. This agreement will further improve the level of service we offer to passengers and boost our company’s international competitiveness.”
Qatar increase doha to Saudi Arabia flights
Qatar Airways has increased flights to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia with the launch of a fourth destination in the country – four-flights-a-week to the holy city of Medina.
The carrier recently boosted capacity to Saudi Arabia with 14 weekly flights to the capital Riyadh; 14 services-a-week to the Red Sea port city of Jeddah; and 28 weekly flights to the key commercial hub of Dammam.
Depart Doha QR730 at 1405 hrs, arrive Medina 1625 hrs
Depart Medina QR731 at 1725 hrs, arrive Doha 1935 hrs
Fridays and Sundays
Depart Doha QR732 at 0715 hrs, arrive Medina 0935 hrs
Depart Medina QR733 at 1035 hrs, arrive Doha 1245 hrs
Medina is known as the second holiest city after Mecca, a place visited by Muslims from around the world.
Passengers flying to Medina can travel in comfort from more than 100 destinations served by Qatar Airways across Europe, Middle East, Africa, Asia Pacific, North America and South America, via the airline’s Doha hub with the shortest possible connecting time.
Qatar Airways' Airbus A320 Serves Medina
“We will now be able to fulfill the long-felt need of our customers, especially as we welcome the Holy month of Ramadan in a few weeks from now.
“As the route to Medina develops, we will also look to add frequency and capacity to improve connectivity even further,” added Al Baker.
The Doha – Medina route is operated with an Airbus A320 in a two-class configuration of 12 seats in First Class and 132 in Economy.
Qatar Airways’ expansion continues relentlessly later this month, extending its reach in South Asia with the launch of flights to Kolkata – formerly known as Calcutta – the commercial capital of eastern India from July 27. Kolkata becomes the 12th destination served by Qatar Airways across India.
The carrier recently boosted capacity to Saudi Arabia with 14 weekly flights to the capital Riyadh; 14 services-a-week to the Red Sea port city of Jeddah; and 28 weekly flights to the key commercial hub of Dammam.
Depart Doha QR730 at 1405 hrs, arrive Medina 1625 hrs
Depart Medina QR731 at 1725 hrs, arrive Doha 1935 hrs
Fridays and Sundays
Depart Doha QR732 at 0715 hrs, arrive Medina 0935 hrs
Depart Medina QR733 at 1035 hrs, arrive Doha 1245 hrs
Medina is known as the second holiest city after Mecca, a place visited by Muslims from around the world.
Passengers flying to Medina can travel in comfort from more than 100 destinations served by Qatar Airways across Europe, Middle East, Africa, Asia Pacific, North America and South America, via the airline’s Doha hub with the shortest possible connecting time.
Qatar Airways' Airbus A320 Serves Medina
“We will now be able to fulfill the long-felt need of our customers, especially as we welcome the Holy month of Ramadan in a few weeks from now.
“As the route to Medina develops, we will also look to add frequency and capacity to improve connectivity even further,” added Al Baker.
The Doha – Medina route is operated with an Airbus A320 in a two-class configuration of 12 seats in First Class and 132 in Economy.
Qatar Airways’ expansion continues relentlessly later this month, extending its reach in South Asia with the launch of flights to Kolkata – formerly known as Calcutta – the commercial capital of eastern India from July 27. Kolkata becomes the 12th destination served by Qatar Airways across India.
HongKong to Seoul with Korean Air a380
Korean Air has launched scheduled Airbus A380 flight between Seoul Incheon airport and Hong Kong from June 1.The tickets are now open for sale.
The flight will take off from Seoul ICN at 20:00pm to HKG, Hong Kong and arriving at 22:30pm (all local times) on the same day. The airline's premier A380 flight services will be allocated the codename "KE380" in order to mark this special and most historic occasion.
The introduction of the super jumbo aircraft is expected to increase passengers from China, Japan, and East Asia transferring to the US and Europe, accelerating Incheon International Airport's goal of becoming a global aviation hub.
Korean Air’s A380 is one of the most spacious in the industry. Korean Air’s Business Class, called Prestige Class, will have 94 full-flat sleepers with 188cm (74 inches) between seats and extra large seat partitions offering the comfort and privacy normally reserved for First Class passengers on other airlines. The Economy Class seats are spaced at 86cm (34 inches) apart and Korean Air’s Prestige Class pitch is 188cm (74 inches).
The airline’s A380 will have a total of only 407 seats: 12 First Class and 301 Economy Class seats on the first level, and the 94 Prestige Class seats on the upper deck. It is the first airline to devote the entire A380 second level to the business flyer. A stylish and comfy onboard bar and lounge area with an interior design mode fitting that of this classy, new aircraft is also installed in the airline's A380, where passengers can fully relax while sampling Korean Air's selection of exclusive cocktails during their flight.
Korean Air has ordered ten A380 aircraft with the first five to be delivered by the end of 2011 and an additional five by 2014.
The introduction of the super jumbo aircraft is expected to increase passengers from China, Japan, and East Asia transferring to the US and Europe, accelerating Incheon International Airport's goal of becoming a global aviation hub.
Korean Air has ordered 10 A380 aircraft with the first five to be delivered by the end of 2011 and an additional five by 2014.
The flight will take off from Seoul ICN at 20:00pm to HKG, Hong Kong and arriving at 22:30pm (all local times) on the same day. The airline's premier A380 flight services will be allocated the codename "KE380" in order to mark this special and most historic occasion.
The introduction of the super jumbo aircraft is expected to increase passengers from China, Japan, and East Asia transferring to the US and Europe, accelerating Incheon International Airport's goal of becoming a global aviation hub.
Korean Air’s A380 is one of the most spacious in the industry. Korean Air’s Business Class, called Prestige Class, will have 94 full-flat sleepers with 188cm (74 inches) between seats and extra large seat partitions offering the comfort and privacy normally reserved for First Class passengers on other airlines. The Economy Class seats are spaced at 86cm (34 inches) apart and Korean Air’s Prestige Class pitch is 188cm (74 inches).
The airline’s A380 will have a total of only 407 seats: 12 First Class and 301 Economy Class seats on the first level, and the 94 Prestige Class seats on the upper deck. It is the first airline to devote the entire A380 second level to the business flyer. A stylish and comfy onboard bar and lounge area with an interior design mode fitting that of this classy, new aircraft is also installed in the airline's A380, where passengers can fully relax while sampling Korean Air's selection of exclusive cocktails during their flight.
Korean Air has ordered ten A380 aircraft with the first five to be delivered by the end of 2011 and an additional five by 2014.
The introduction of the super jumbo aircraft is expected to increase passengers from China, Japan, and East Asia transferring to the US and Europe, accelerating Incheon International Airport's goal of becoming a global aviation hub.
Korean Air has ordered 10 A380 aircraft with the first five to be delivered by the end of 2011 and an additional five by 2014.
cx/Alaska Air codeshare on Mexico flights
Cathay Pacific Airways announced an extension of partnership with Alaska Airlines to cover two destinations in Mexico via the Los Angeles hub of the US carrier. The flights are open for booking now for travel from 15 June.
Under the agreement, Cathay Pacific's “CX” code will be placed on Alaska Airlines’ flights operating between Los Angeles and both Mexico City and Guadalajara in Mexico.
Elsewhere in Latin America, the Hong Kong airline has code-share arrangements in place with LAN on flights to Santiago and with LAN Peru to Lima.
Cathay Pacific Chief Executive John Slosar said: “We first entered the Latin American market in May 2010 and we are glad to see a further expansion of our presence there with Alaska Airlines, offering seamless connections for our passengers flying to Mexico.”
Cathay Pacific began cooperating with Alaska Airlines in October 2010 and is currently code-sharing on the US carrier’s services from Los Angeles, San Francisco and Vancouver to Seattle and Portland.
Under the agreement, Cathay Pacific's “CX” code will be placed on Alaska Airlines’ flights operating between Los Angeles and both Mexico City and Guadalajara in Mexico.
Elsewhere in Latin America, the Hong Kong airline has code-share arrangements in place with LAN on flights to Santiago and with LAN Peru to Lima.
Cathay Pacific Chief Executive John Slosar said: “We first entered the Latin American market in May 2010 and we are glad to see a further expansion of our presence there with Alaska Airlines, offering seamless connections for our passengers flying to Mexico.”
Cathay Pacific began cooperating with Alaska Airlines in October 2010 and is currently code-sharing on the US carrier’s services from Los Angeles, San Francisco and Vancouver to Seattle and Portland.
Singapore Kolkata route with SQ/SilkAir
SilkAir, the regional wing of Singapore Airlines, will begin four-times-weekly services to Kolkata. Together with Singapore Airlines' three weekly flights to the Indian city, both airlines will operate a total of seven round-trip services per week. Singapore Airlines' flights will be on Wednesday, Friday and Saturday while SilkAir will operate its flights on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Sunday.
Kolkata is a vibrant city that is rich in culture and history and known as the commercial capital of east India. It also serves as a base for many multi-national companies. SilkAir looks forward to serving both leisure and business travellers alike on the Singapore Kolkata route from 1 August, complementing the services already offered by our parent company, Singapore Airlines. Additionally, we're offering customers convenient onward connections to more than 90 cities in the joint Singapore Airlines -- SilkAir network."
"With the launch of SilkAir's services from Singapore to Kolkata, we will together be operating daily flights, providing our customers even more choices and convenience. The increase in flight frequency demonstrates our strong commitment to India and our dedication to further growing the market," said Mr. Tan Chik Quee,
Singapore Airlines' Senior Vice President, Marketing.
The capital of the Indian state of West Bengal, Kolkata is the main business, commercial and financial hub of East India and is home to India's oldest stock exchange company, the Calcutta Stock Exchange. Kolkata, formerly known as Calcutta, is a destination of significant historical interest and heritage, with a rich collection of museums, libraries, historic hotels, city parks, statues and memorials. Unlike many cities in North India, much of the architecture found in Kolkata is reminiscent of the European, and particularly British, styles. The flights are subject to governmental approvals, with schedules subject to slot availability
Kolkata is a vibrant city that is rich in culture and history and known as the commercial capital of east India. It also serves as a base for many multi-national companies. SilkAir looks forward to serving both leisure and business travellers alike on the Singapore Kolkata route from 1 August, complementing the services already offered by our parent company, Singapore Airlines. Additionally, we're offering customers convenient onward connections to more than 90 cities in the joint Singapore Airlines -- SilkAir network."
"With the launch of SilkAir's services from Singapore to Kolkata, we will together be operating daily flights, providing our customers even more choices and convenience. The increase in flight frequency demonstrates our strong commitment to India and our dedication to further growing the market," said Mr. Tan Chik Quee,
Singapore Airlines' Senior Vice President, Marketing.
The capital of the Indian state of West Bengal, Kolkata is the main business, commercial and financial hub of East India and is home to India's oldest stock exchange company, the Calcutta Stock Exchange. Kolkata, formerly known as Calcutta, is a destination of significant historical interest and heritage, with a rich collection of museums, libraries, historic hotels, city parks, statues and memorials. Unlike many cities in North India, much of the architecture found in Kolkata is reminiscent of the European, and particularly British, styles. The flights are subject to governmental approvals, with schedules subject to slot availability
SK Shanghai Copenhagen nonstop flights
Scandinavian Airlines to begin fly Copenhagen Shanghai route March 1, 2012. The five weekly service will offer short and smooth connections to European destinations such as London, Munich, Paris to Shanghai. From Shanghai, both SAS partners Air China and Shanghai Airlines offer a wide range of onward destinations, specifically in Southern China, but also across Asia.
Departures from Copenhagen on SK997, will be on Tuesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays at 18.25, arriving the following day in Shanghai at 11.35. Departures from Shanghai on SK998, will be at 13.25 on Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays.
The CPH PVG route will be served by an Airbus A340-300 aircraft, offering 245 seats in a three class configuration of Business, Economy Extra and Economy.
"The demand for traffic to China is again growing significantly and we see the need for an additional route, complementing our successful Copenhagen-Beijing and other Asian routes. This new service also offers a multitude of smooth transfers on both ends, making it an accessible and quick route for many European and Asian travelers," says Robin Kamark, Chief Commercial Officer, Scandinavian Airlines.
Departures from Copenhagen on SK997, will be on Tuesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays at 18.25, arriving the following day in Shanghai at 11.35. Departures from Shanghai on SK998, will be at 13.25 on Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays.
The CPH PVG route will be served by an Airbus A340-300 aircraft, offering 245 seats in a three class configuration of Business, Economy Extra and Economy.
"The demand for traffic to China is again growing significantly and we see the need for an additional route, complementing our successful Copenhagen-Beijing and other Asian routes. This new service also offers a multitude of smooth transfers on both ends, making it an accessible and quick route for many European and Asian travelers," says Robin Kamark, Chief Commercial Officer, Scandinavian Airlines.
Austrian Airlines A320 seats offer more legroom
Austrian Airlines has completed the conversion of its type A320 aircraft to the new interior furnishings. This means the airline has successfully implemented another key measure designed to improve its product quality.
By September 2011, Austrian Airlines will also refurbish its 11 Boeing 737 aircraft. That means the 32 aircraft of the medium-haul fleet of Austrian Airlines will be operational in the new interior design and fitted with the new, modern leather seats.
[New seat provides more legroom]
The core element of the new cabin is a completely redeveloped seat with a light construction. The new seat offers a range of benefits: its magazine pocket has been moved upwards on the back of the seat, and the coat hook to the outer side. The seat's innovative construction gives passengers - there will be minor differences depending on the aircraft type - up to 10 cm more legroom. The seat is also between 3 and 5 kilos lighter than its predecessor. That will allow Austrian Airlines to save a total of 14,304 kilos of weight every year, reducing consumption of kerosene, providing a real environmental benefit. The new seat also takes up less space. Therefore an average of almost 5 additional seats can be installed in each aircraft. The seat is covered in high-quality leather.
The Austrian Airlines Executive Board, Peter Malanik and Andreas Bierwirth, said the following: "The new cabin is an important step for us: we improve the quality of our product for our passengers, we save fuel, we help the environment and we reduce our unit costs."
The colour of the new design differs clearly from the previous Austrian image. The seats and carpeting are in an elegant grey, set off by accents in a typically Austrian red.
By September 2011, Austrian Airlines will also refurbish its 11 Boeing 737 aircraft. That means the 32 aircraft of the medium-haul fleet of Austrian Airlines will be operational in the new interior design and fitted with the new, modern leather seats.
[New seat provides more legroom]
The core element of the new cabin is a completely redeveloped seat with a light construction. The new seat offers a range of benefits: its magazine pocket has been moved upwards on the back of the seat, and the coat hook to the outer side. The seat's innovative construction gives passengers - there will be minor differences depending on the aircraft type - up to 10 cm more legroom. The seat is also between 3 and 5 kilos lighter than its predecessor. That will allow Austrian Airlines to save a total of 14,304 kilos of weight every year, reducing consumption of kerosene, providing a real environmental benefit. The new seat also takes up less space. Therefore an average of almost 5 additional seats can be installed in each aircraft. The seat is covered in high-quality leather.
The Austrian Airlines Executive Board, Peter Malanik and Andreas Bierwirth, said the following: "The new cabin is an important step for us: we improve the quality of our product for our passengers, we save fuel, we help the environment and we reduce our unit costs."
The colour of the new design differs clearly from the previous Austrian image. The seats and carpeting are in an elegant grey, set off by accents in a typically Austrian red.
Korean Air to fly Seoul to Irkutsk Siberia
Korean Air to start direct flight from Incheon International Airport in Seoul to Irkutsk, one of the biggest cities in Siberia, known for its continental architecture, and gateway to an area famed for its natural beauty.
The addition of Irkutsk to the route network means that Korean Air will serve five destinations in the Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS) region including Moscow, Vladivostok, St. Petersburg and Tashkent (Uzbekistan). This latest route supports the airline's continued commitment to provide passengers with a wider range of options for their international air travel needs.
Starting from 29 June, Korean Air will operate two flights a week on the Seoul Irkutsk route, utilizing a B737-800 aircraft seating 145 passengers in two classes. Operating every Wednesday and Saturday, flight KE983 departs Seoul Incheon at 20:35 and arrives in Irkutsk at 00:45 early the next morning. The return flight KE984 departs Irkutsk at 03:00 and returns to Seoul Incheon at 06:30 the same morning. The new Korean Air service ensures that travelers visiting Irkutsk can fly there with utmost comfort and ease via its award winning hub, Incheon International Airport.
Geographically located at the border of Russia and Mongolia, Irkutsk is the biggest city in Eastern Siberia and the economical and cultural centre of the Irkutsk Oblast region. The city is a popular tourist destination and the starting point of tours to the massive Lake Baikal, the oldest and deepest freshwater lake in the world, also known as the 'Blue Eye of Siberia'. Lake Baikal is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The lake can be enjoyed year-round and as the waters remain cool even in the middle of the summer season, tourists from all over the world visit for various touristic resources, its nature trails and its lake-side activities.
The addition of Irkutsk to the route network means that Korean Air will serve five destinations in the Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS) region including Moscow, Vladivostok, St. Petersburg and Tashkent (Uzbekistan). This latest route supports the airline's continued commitment to provide passengers with a wider range of options for their international air travel needs.
Starting from 29 June, Korean Air will operate two flights a week on the Seoul Irkutsk route, utilizing a B737-800 aircraft seating 145 passengers in two classes. Operating every Wednesday and Saturday, flight KE983 departs Seoul Incheon at 20:35 and arrives in Irkutsk at 00:45 early the next morning. The return flight KE984 departs Irkutsk at 03:00 and returns to Seoul Incheon at 06:30 the same morning. The new Korean Air service ensures that travelers visiting Irkutsk can fly there with utmost comfort and ease via its award winning hub, Incheon International Airport.
Geographically located at the border of Russia and Mongolia, Irkutsk is the biggest city in Eastern Siberia and the economical and cultural centre of the Irkutsk Oblast region. The city is a popular tourist destination and the starting point of tours to the massive Lake Baikal, the oldest and deepest freshwater lake in the world, also known as the 'Blue Eye of Siberia'. Lake Baikal is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The lake can be enjoyed year-round and as the waters remain cool even in the middle of the summer season, tourists from all over the world visit for various touristic resources, its nature trails and its lake-side activities.
Friday, July 29, 2011
Chase Sapphire Preferred 50K points application offer
apply for Chase Sapphire Preferred card and Earn 50,000 Bonus points after you Spend $3,000 in the First 3 Months,that's worth $625 toward airfare or hotel accomodations!
Two free flights offer assumes that there are flights available for $312.50 each. The number of points required to redeem for free flights is dependent on fare availability, destination, time, and day of travel, which are subject to change.
Annual Membership Fee waived for first year. After that, $95
application link
https://creditcards.chase.com/credit-cards/sapphire-preferred-card.aspx
To qualify and receive your bonus, you must make qualifying transactions totaling $3,000 or more during the first 3 months from account opening. Qualifying transactions include purchases, balance transfers, and any checks that are used to access your account, and exclude cash advances. After qualifying, please allow 6 to 8 weeks for bonus points to post to your account.
This one-time bonus offer is valid only for first-time cardmembers with new accounts. Previous and existing cardmembers/accounts are not eligible for this bonus offer.
Pay no foreign transaction fees when you use your card on purchases made outside the United States.
Earning Points
You will earn 1 point for each $1 of net purchases. You will earn an additional 1 point for each $1 of eligible airfare net purchases made online through the program booking tool. You will receive a yearly bonus of 7% of all points you earned in the previous Year. (“Year” means, for your first year as a cardmember, the period beginning with your enrollment date through your December statement date of that same year. For each year thereafter, “Year” means the twelve month period beginning the day after your December statement date through your December statement date of the next year). Your bonus will appear on your January or Februar y billing statement. You do not earn points on balance transfers, cash advances, cash-like charges such as travelers checks, foreign currency, and money orders, any checks that are used to access your account, overdraft advances, interest, unauthorized or fraudulent charges, or fees of any kind, including fees for products that protect or insure the balances of your account. There is no maximum number of points that you can accumulate in the program. A service fee of up to $20 per ticket may be charged for the use of our toll-free number to book or change airline itineraries. Redemptions made online do not have a service fee. See Rewards Program Rules and Regulations which will be mailed after your account is established.
Chase Bank USA, N.A. is part of JPMorgan Chase & Co.
Two free flights offer assumes that there are flights available for $312.50 each. The number of points required to redeem for free flights is dependent on fare availability, destination, time, and day of travel, which are subject to change.
Annual Membership Fee waived for first year. After that, $95
application link
https://creditcards.chase.com/credit-cards/sapphire-preferred-card.aspx
To qualify and receive your bonus, you must make qualifying transactions totaling $3,000 or more during the first 3 months from account opening. Qualifying transactions include purchases, balance transfers, and any checks that are used to access your account, and exclude cash advances. After qualifying, please allow 6 to 8 weeks for bonus points to post to your account.
This one-time bonus offer is valid only for first-time cardmembers with new accounts. Previous and existing cardmembers/accounts are not eligible for this bonus offer.
Pay no foreign transaction fees when you use your card on purchases made outside the United States.
Earning Points
You will earn 1 point for each $1 of net purchases. You will earn an additional 1 point for each $1 of eligible airfare net purchases made online through the program booking tool. You will receive a yearly bonus of 7% of all points you earned in the previous Year. (“Year” means, for your first year as a cardmember, the period beginning with your enrollment date through your December statement date of that same year. For each year thereafter, “Year” means the twelve month period beginning the day after your December statement date through your December statement date of the next year). Your bonus will appear on your January or Februar y billing statement. You do not earn points on balance transfers, cash advances, cash-like charges such as travelers checks, foreign currency, and money orders, any checks that are used to access your account, overdraft advances, interest, unauthorized or fraudulent charges, or fees of any kind, including fees for products that protect or insure the balances of your account. There is no maximum number of points that you can accumulate in the program. A service fee of up to $20 per ticket may be charged for the use of our toll-free number to book or change airline itineraries. Redemptions made online do not have a service fee. See Rewards Program Rules and Regulations which will be mailed after your account is established.
Chase Bank USA, N.A. is part of JPMorgan Chase & Co.
Tuesday, July 26, 2011
Airlines fly to Albuquerque Sunport airport
The following Airlines are currently serving Albuquerque International Sunport.
Southwest Airlines
By far the largest carrier at the Sunport, SW offers nonstop flights to Baltimore-Washington, Chicago (Midway airport), Dallas Love Field, Denver, El Paso, Houston (Hobby), Kansas City, Las Vegas, Los Angeles, Lubbock, Midland/Odessa, Oakland, Orlando, Phoenix, Portland, Salt Lake City, San Diego, Seattle, St. Louis, Tampa (seasonal) and Tucson.
American Airlines
Nonstop service to Chicago and DFW with connections around the nation and world.
Telephone: (800) 433-7300
Continental Airlines
Nonstop service to Houston with connections to many national and international destinations.
Telephone: (800) 525-0280
Delta Air Lines
Nonstop service to Atlanta, Salt Lake City and Minneapolis-St. Paul with connections across the nation and world.
Telephone: (800) 221-1212
Frontier Airlines
Nonstop service to Denver with regional connections.
Telephone: (800) 432-1359
Great Lakes Airlines
Service to ABQ from Clovis and Silver City.
Telephone: (800) 554-5111
New Mexico Airlines
Commuter Airline with service to Alamogordo, Carlsbad, El Paso and Hobbs.
Telephone: (888) 564-6119
Telephone: (800) 435-9792
United Airlines
Nonstop service to Chicago, Denver, Los Angeles, San Francisco and Washington-Dulles with connections around the nation and world.
Telephone: (800) 241-6522
US Airways
Nonstop service to Phoenix with connections across the country.
Telephone: (800) 428-4322
Please visit the specific airline website or call the number listed for reservations and flight information. Gate Assignments are subject to change.
Please contact individual Airlines for verification.
Southwest Airlines
By far the largest carrier at the Sunport, SW offers nonstop flights to Baltimore-Washington, Chicago (Midway airport), Dallas Love Field, Denver, El Paso, Houston (Hobby), Kansas City, Las Vegas, Los Angeles, Lubbock, Midland/Odessa, Oakland, Orlando, Phoenix, Portland, Salt Lake City, San Diego, Seattle, St. Louis, Tampa (seasonal) and Tucson.
American Airlines
Nonstop service to Chicago and DFW with connections around the nation and world.
Telephone: (800) 433-7300
Continental Airlines
Nonstop service to Houston with connections to many national and international destinations.
Telephone: (800) 525-0280
Delta Air Lines
Nonstop service to Atlanta, Salt Lake City and Minneapolis-St. Paul with connections across the nation and world.
Telephone: (800) 221-1212
Frontier Airlines
Nonstop service to Denver with regional connections.
Telephone: (800) 432-1359
Great Lakes Airlines
Service to ABQ from Clovis and Silver City.
Telephone: (800) 554-5111
New Mexico Airlines
Commuter Airline with service to Alamogordo, Carlsbad, El Paso and Hobbs.
Telephone: (888) 564-6119
Telephone: (800) 435-9792
United Airlines
Nonstop service to Chicago, Denver, Los Angeles, San Francisco and Washington-Dulles with connections around the nation and world.
Telephone: (800) 241-6522
US Airways
Nonstop service to Phoenix with connections across the country.
Telephone: (800) 428-4322
Please visit the specific airline website or call the number listed for reservations and flight information. Gate Assignments are subject to change.
Please contact individual Airlines for verification.
brokerage account bonus amex points offer
For a limited time Fidelity offer up to 50,000 american express membership reward points when you open and fund, or add new money to an existing, non retirement brokerage account. Offer valid for new and existing customers. Bonus points offer valid to 12/31/11.
https://scs.fidelity.com/other/offers/registration_americanexpress.shtml
this is a easy way to earn membership points which only requires an easy transfer of your money to Fidelity account and then you can close it after you get the bonus points.
Earn 25,000 amex bonus points from American Express when you invest $50,000
50000 MR bonus points from invest $100,000
For a limited time, Fidelity Investments is making this promotional offer available to individuals who open a retail Fidelity brokerage account, or existing customers who add new money to an existing eligible account, and meet the following eligibility requirements. To be eligible to earn Membership Rewards bonus points, you must be enrolled in the Membership Rewards program ("Program") at the time of registration for the offer. New accounts must be opened within 30 days of registering for the offer. Initial and subsequent deposits totaling up to $100,000 must be made within 90 days of Fidelity account opening to qualify for bonus points. For new money deposited into existing accounts, all deposits must be made within 90 days of registering for the offer. Funding must come from an external, non-Fidelity source via any standard monetary transfer method (a standard Transfer of Assets form, check, Electronic Funds Transfer, ADM deposit, etc). Additional deposits to an eligible Fidelity account may earn you a higher bonus point award provided such deposits result in cumulative new deposits in the account being at or above the next eligibility tier (up to a maximum of 50,000 points). Your Fidelity account must remain open with the qualifying funding for six months from the date that the qualifying assets are first received in the eligible account. Offer is not transferable or valid in conjunction with any other Fidelity promotional offer. Bonus points will be credited to your Program account within 10-12 weeks of the qualifying activity. Individual terms and conditions, as well as annual Program fees, apply for certain American Express Card products. For more information on the Program, visit membershiprewards.com/terms or call 1-800-AXP-EARN. Bonus ID-1785.
https://scs.fidelity.com/other/offers/registration_americanexpress.shtml
this is a easy way to earn membership points which only requires an easy transfer of your money to Fidelity account and then you can close it after you get the bonus points.
Earn 25,000 amex bonus points from American Express when you invest $50,000
50000 MR bonus points from invest $100,000
For a limited time, Fidelity Investments is making this promotional offer available to individuals who open a retail Fidelity brokerage account, or existing customers who add new money to an existing eligible account, and meet the following eligibility requirements. To be eligible to earn Membership Rewards bonus points, you must be enrolled in the Membership Rewards program ("Program") at the time of registration for the offer. New accounts must be opened within 30 days of registering for the offer. Initial and subsequent deposits totaling up to $100,000 must be made within 90 days of Fidelity account opening to qualify for bonus points. For new money deposited into existing accounts, all deposits must be made within 90 days of registering for the offer. Funding must come from an external, non-Fidelity source via any standard monetary transfer method (a standard Transfer of Assets form, check, Electronic Funds Transfer, ADM deposit, etc). Additional deposits to an eligible Fidelity account may earn you a higher bonus point award provided such deposits result in cumulative new deposits in the account being at or above the next eligibility tier (up to a maximum of 50,000 points). Your Fidelity account must remain open with the qualifying funding for six months from the date that the qualifying assets are first received in the eligible account. Offer is not transferable or valid in conjunction with any other Fidelity promotional offer. Bonus points will be credited to your Program account within 10-12 weeks of the qualifying activity. Individual terms and conditions, as well as annual Program fees, apply for certain American Express Card products. For more information on the Program, visit membershiprewards.com/terms or call 1-800-AXP-EARN. Bonus ID-1785.
saa & Mango CodeShare Cape Town to Durban
South African Airways (SAA) and its low cost subsidiary Mango, today announced the conclusion of a code share agreement on the coastal route between Cape Town and Durban.
This code share agreement will enable SAA to withdraw its aircraft from the Durban-Cape Town route effective from 01 November 2010, and still continue servicing this market with SAA customers flying on the Mango aircraft.
the SAA Voyager Program and all other exciting SAA value added benefits will not be compromised or diminished in any way on this route
Important information when travelling on the Mango Codeshare flights:
The Voyager program remains effective allowing accrual (when booked on the SAA flight number) and redemption on the route.
Voyager miles earned on the Codeshare flights do qualify as tier miles.
SAA passengers will receive a R50.00 meal voucher, represented by the boarding card stub, when travelling on the Codeshare flight that adequately provides for a meal and drink onboard the aircraft.
The Codeshare flights with Mango do not cater for special meal requirements, i.e. halaal & kosher meals, etc. However, Mango does make provision for vegetarian meals.
Access to the SAA Business class lounge remains in place, allowing access to individual travelers based on their tier status within the Voyager Programme, i. e. Silver, Gold, Platinum and Lifetime Platinum.
Pre-seating is allowed on the SAA Codeshare flights up until 48 hours prior to departure, thereafter pre-seating will take place at time of check-in.
Hand luggage allowance may not exceed one piece at 7kg.
Free baggage allowances remain the same at 20kg per person. Excess baggage up to 10 kg will be allowed at no extra cost to the traveler.
Flights will close off 40 minutes prior to departure on this route. This would require travelers to ensure that they are cognisant of the 10 minute change from the current SAA 30 minute rule on flight closures on domestic flights.
Unaccompanied minors will no longer be accepted for travel on this route. This is a requirement of the operating carrier Mango.
Any passenger that has purchased a ticket on SAA for this route prior to 28 September 2010 for travel in Business Class post November 2010 will be allowed a partial or full refund of the ticket purchased, depending whether the passenger chooses to downgrade to Economy Class or not to travel on the Codeshare flights.
Any passenger that has purchased a ticket on SAA for this route prior to 28 September 2010 for travel in Economy class post November 2010 will be allowed a full refund on the ticket purchased, should the passenger choose not to fly on the Codeshare flights.
Revalidation of all tickets for travel post November 2010 on the Codeshare flights can be done at the SAA.
Reservations Counter at both King Shaka and Cape Town International Airports.
Applicable fare rulings will apply as currently in effect.
Sporting equipment, inclusive of golf bags but excluding bicycles are included in the checked baggage allowance of 20kg.
Pets and bicycles are not included in the checked baggage allowance of 20 kg per paying Passenger. Excess baggage charges will be raised, irrespective of the weight of any other checked baggage. These charges must be paid at the SAA Ticket Sales desk.
Firearms will not be accepted on this route.
The conditions of carriage of Mango will be applicable on these flights. These are available on their website www.flymango.com
This code share agreement will enable SAA to withdraw its aircraft from the Durban-Cape Town route effective from 01 November 2010, and still continue servicing this market with SAA customers flying on the Mango aircraft.
the SAA Voyager Program and all other exciting SAA value added benefits will not be compromised or diminished in any way on this route
Important information when travelling on the Mango Codeshare flights:
The Voyager program remains effective allowing accrual (when booked on the SAA flight number) and redemption on the route.
Voyager miles earned on the Codeshare flights do qualify as tier miles.
SAA passengers will receive a R50.00 meal voucher, represented by the boarding card stub, when travelling on the Codeshare flight that adequately provides for a meal and drink onboard the aircraft.
The Codeshare flights with Mango do not cater for special meal requirements, i.e. halaal & kosher meals, etc. However, Mango does make provision for vegetarian meals.
Access to the SAA Business class lounge remains in place, allowing access to individual travelers based on their tier status within the Voyager Programme, i. e. Silver, Gold, Platinum and Lifetime Platinum.
Pre-seating is allowed on the SAA Codeshare flights up until 48 hours prior to departure, thereafter pre-seating will take place at time of check-in.
Hand luggage allowance may not exceed one piece at 7kg.
Free baggage allowances remain the same at 20kg per person. Excess baggage up to 10 kg will be allowed at no extra cost to the traveler.
Flights will close off 40 minutes prior to departure on this route. This would require travelers to ensure that they are cognisant of the 10 minute change from the current SAA 30 minute rule on flight closures on domestic flights.
Unaccompanied minors will no longer be accepted for travel on this route. This is a requirement of the operating carrier Mango.
Any passenger that has purchased a ticket on SAA for this route prior to 28 September 2010 for travel in Business Class post November 2010 will be allowed a partial or full refund of the ticket purchased, depending whether the passenger chooses to downgrade to Economy Class or not to travel on the Codeshare flights.
Any passenger that has purchased a ticket on SAA for this route prior to 28 September 2010 for travel in Economy class post November 2010 will be allowed a full refund on the ticket purchased, should the passenger choose not to fly on the Codeshare flights.
Revalidation of all tickets for travel post November 2010 on the Codeshare flights can be done at the SAA.
Reservations Counter at both King Shaka and Cape Town International Airports.
Applicable fare rulings will apply as currently in effect.
Sporting equipment, inclusive of golf bags but excluding bicycles are included in the checked baggage allowance of 20kg.
Pets and bicycles are not included in the checked baggage allowance of 20 kg per paying Passenger. Excess baggage charges will be raised, irrespective of the weight of any other checked baggage. These charges must be paid at the SAA Ticket Sales desk.
Firearms will not be accepted on this route.
The conditions of carriage of Mango will be applicable on these flights. These are available on their website www.flymango.com
ONBIZ SAA Corporate Loyalty Program
South African Airways Corporate Loyalty Program
SAA believes in a fit-for-purpose approach to travel as opposed to a one-size-fits-all attitude, catering for the needs of different segments, be it SMME, Government or large corporate travel. SAA's Corporate Loyalty Program is designed to meet fast paced travel demands for On Business customers, and linking these same demands to its product offering.
Some benefits for this Corporate Loyalty Program are: Up-front discounts on air travel
Free charges on a wide selection of travel classes
A dedicated contact person
A VIP service for regular travellers
1. SAA now offers you access and discounts into more European and American destinations than ever before. We have added a host of new destinations to our bouquet of services.
2. The SAA codeshare with Jet Blue in the USA offers Corporate travelers a one stop solution to a multitude of destinations to and from the USA. This codeshare also allows an enhanced free baggage allowance to SAA Passengers.
3. SAA offers a "Baggage Drop" counter at ORTIA for all Passengers who prefer online / CUSS check-in. The counters are:
Domestic - Counters 73 to 75
Regional / International - Counter 25
4. With immediate effect, pre-seating can be done for Voyager Platinum and Lifetime Platinum card holders. Please contact our Elite Voyager Platinum desk for more information regarding this exciting development.
SAA OnBiz , your partner in the air. We’re going above and beyond to get you there.
Customer Services: (011) 978 5290 or (011) 510 8468
If you’d like to find out everything there is to know about OnBiz and how your business can benefit, please get in touch and we will furnish you with all the information you’ll need to make you choose SAA OnBiz
SAA believes in a fit-for-purpose approach to travel as opposed to a one-size-fits-all attitude, catering for the needs of different segments, be it SMME, Government or large corporate travel. SAA's Corporate Loyalty Program is designed to meet fast paced travel demands for On Business customers, and linking these same demands to its product offering.
Some benefits for this Corporate Loyalty Program are: Up-front discounts on air travel
Free charges on a wide selection of travel classes
A dedicated contact person
A VIP service for regular travellers
1. SAA now offers you access and discounts into more European and American destinations than ever before. We have added a host of new destinations to our bouquet of services.
2. The SAA codeshare with Jet Blue in the USA offers Corporate travelers a one stop solution to a multitude of destinations to and from the USA. This codeshare also allows an enhanced free baggage allowance to SAA Passengers.
3. SAA offers a "Baggage Drop" counter at ORTIA for all Passengers who prefer online / CUSS check-in. The counters are:
Domestic - Counters 73 to 75
Regional / International - Counter 25
4. With immediate effect, pre-seating can be done for Voyager Platinum and Lifetime Platinum card holders. Please contact our Elite Voyager Platinum desk for more information regarding this exciting development.
SAA OnBiz , your partner in the air. We’re going above and beyond to get you there.
Customer Services: (011) 978 5290 or (011) 510 8468
If you’d like to find out everything there is to know about OnBiz and how your business can benefit, please get in touch and we will furnish you with all the information you’ll need to make you choose SAA OnBiz
South Afircan Airways 5% off fares promo code
Fly me to the world! Fly now and save!
Remember: During the next two weeks; all subscribers who book airfare online to visit London or New York JFK from JNB or cape town, with flysaa.com will receive a fantastic 5% discount simply by entering the promotion code below.
Don't delay as this special offer is for a limited period only.
http://www.flysaa.com/Journeys/skins/home.action?SKN=20041
and enter the promo code: flymetoLondon
Experience South Afircan Airways full service, world class fleet and the flexibility of superior frequency at prices available exclusively to our online customers.
Welcome to your award-winning carrier to Africa and to the world. At South African Airways, one of our long standing traditions is that we offer you the highest standards of warm South African hospitality. As Star Alliance members, we are proud of the attention, safety, comfort and peace of mind we are able to guarantee you from take-off to landing when you fly in any of our state-of-the-art aircraft. Click below for a browse-through of our comprehensive network of destinations worldwide, and allow us to manage your journey experience to anywhere in the world.
Remember: During the next two weeks; all subscribers who book airfare online to visit London or New York JFK from JNB or cape town, with flysaa.com will receive a fantastic 5% discount simply by entering the promotion code below.
Don't delay as this special offer is for a limited period only.
http://www.flysaa.com/Journeys/skins/home.action?SKN=20041
and enter the promo code: flymetoLondon
Experience South Afircan Airways full service, world class fleet and the flexibility of superior frequency at prices available exclusively to our online customers.
Welcome to your award-winning carrier to Africa and to the world. At South African Airways, one of our long standing traditions is that we offer you the highest standards of warm South African hospitality. As Star Alliance members, we are proud of the attention, safety, comfort and peace of mind we are able to guarantee you from take-off to landing when you fly in any of our state-of-the-art aircraft. Click below for a browse-through of our comprehensive network of destinations worldwide, and allow us to manage your journey experience to anywhere in the world.
SAA Upgrade Award Charts price increase
SAA UG award CPT/LHR route to Europe increased by 37.5% alone!
For the first time since April 2006, SAA is revising its Voyager Award Chart with a new Award Chart coming into effect on 15 April 2011. Effective from this date, SAA will introduce a modest increase for flight Awards and a more notable increase for Upgrade Awards. Given that the current International Upgrade Award levels are very low, the increase in this regard will be higher. Ultimately, we believe that you will continue to view our Voyager Awards favourably and that our offering will remain competitive compared to other major frequent traveller programmes.
South African Airways acknowledge that flight Awards and Upgrade Awards are the most popular use of your hard earned Miles. Over the years, SAA has kept Award levels revisions to a minimum by closely monitoring the costs of providing such Awards.
Further, SAA has routinely benchmarked its Voyager offering to ensure that we match or at best offer a better product than that of our competitors.
We would like you, our valued Voyager member, to note that you have an opportunity to redeem your desired Award from the current Award Chart prior to 15 April 2011.
Below is an advance look at the SAA Award Chart revisions and on average, the following can be expected in our new SAA Award Chart:
MileageKeeper Awards will increase by 6%
AnyDay Awards for Domestic and Regional flights will increase on average by 14%
AnyDay Awards for International flights will increase between 11% to 28%
Upgrade Awards will increase by approximately 14%, 12% and 35% for Domestic, Regional and International respectively
Accra and Dakar have been added to the region "Travel between Southern Africa and Africa 2"
Furthermore, we are pleased to advise you that we will continue to discount Awards with 3% should you request your SAA Award directly from our website, www.flysaa.com. In addition, we will continue to accept Y, B, M and K Economy Class fares as the qualifying fare classes for Upgrade Awards.
For the first time since April 2006, SAA is revising its Voyager Award Chart with a new Award Chart coming into effect on 15 April 2011. Effective from this date, SAA will introduce a modest increase for flight Awards and a more notable increase for Upgrade Awards. Given that the current International Upgrade Award levels are very low, the increase in this regard will be higher. Ultimately, we believe that you will continue to view our Voyager Awards favourably and that our offering will remain competitive compared to other major frequent traveller programmes.
South African Airways acknowledge that flight Awards and Upgrade Awards are the most popular use of your hard earned Miles. Over the years, SAA has kept Award levels revisions to a minimum by closely monitoring the costs of providing such Awards.
Further, SAA has routinely benchmarked its Voyager offering to ensure that we match or at best offer a better product than that of our competitors.
We would like you, our valued Voyager member, to note that you have an opportunity to redeem your desired Award from the current Award Chart prior to 15 April 2011.
Below is an advance look at the SAA Award Chart revisions and on average, the following can be expected in our new SAA Award Chart:
MileageKeeper Awards will increase by 6%
AnyDay Awards for Domestic and Regional flights will increase on average by 14%
AnyDay Awards for International flights will increase between 11% to 28%
Upgrade Awards will increase by approximately 14%, 12% and 35% for Domestic, Regional and International respectively
Accra and Dakar have been added to the region "Travel between Southern Africa and Africa 2"
Furthermore, we are pleased to advise you that we will continue to discount Awards with 3% should you request your SAA Award directly from our website, www.flysaa.com. In addition, we will continue to accept Y, B, M and K Economy Class fares as the qualifying fare classes for Upgrade Awards.
SAA Instant Upgrade fare sale on domestic flights
South African Airways Domestic Instant Upgrade Fare Sale
For the price of a full Economy class fare you will be reserved in Business Class allowing you the following
benefits: 30kg baggage allowance
Access to the Business Class Lounge
Business Class Voyager miles.
Period: from 18 February 2011
To book this offer select the Instant Upgrade button during the booking process!
Fares are available from R26 830 from Johannesburg to cape town,east london and US$4 255 ex- Nigeria, excluding taxes.
Terms and Conditions
Instant Upgrade, full Economy class fare confirmed in Business Class
Valid on –SA- flights only (Excluding SA1000–SA1999).
Combinable with any other fare class.
Changes allowed. If the applicable booking class is not available, can be rebooked in Y class or upgrade to the next higher fare
Refundable. ZAR285.00 or equivalent currency Refund Administration charge applicable
No Name changes allowed after ticketing
Complimentary advanced seat selection
Earn full Business Class Voyager miles
30 KG Baggage allowance
Rerouting permitted.
Standby permitted on the day of departure and prior to the departure time as per the ticket coupon concerned
Complimentary onboard meals or snacks
Complimentary access to SAA Domestic lounges
Two pieces of cabin baggage, each not exceeding 8kg in weight Children/Infant Discounts : Children (2-11 yrs) : 75% of the adults fare
Infants (under 2 years): 10% of the adults fare
South African Airways can at any time change/discontinue this special fares and conditions without prior notice
For the price of a full Economy class fare you will be reserved in Business Class allowing you the following
benefits: 30kg baggage allowance
Access to the Business Class Lounge
Business Class Voyager miles.
Period: from 18 February 2011
To book this offer select the Instant Upgrade button during the booking process!
Fares are available from R26 830 from Johannesburg to cape town,east london and US$4 255 ex- Nigeria, excluding taxes.
Terms and Conditions
Instant Upgrade, full Economy class fare confirmed in Business Class
Valid on –SA- flights only (Excluding SA1000–SA1999).
Combinable with any other fare class.
Changes allowed. If the applicable booking class is not available, can be rebooked in Y class or upgrade to the next higher fare
Refundable. ZAR285.00 or equivalent currency Refund Administration charge applicable
No Name changes allowed after ticketing
Complimentary advanced seat selection
Earn full Business Class Voyager miles
30 KG Baggage allowance
Rerouting permitted.
Standby permitted on the day of departure and prior to the departure time as per the ticket coupon concerned
Complimentary onboard meals or snacks
Complimentary access to SAA Domestic lounges
Two pieces of cabin baggage, each not exceeding 8kg in weight Children/Infant Discounts : Children (2-11 yrs) : 75% of the adults fare
Infants (under 2 years): 10% of the adults fare
South African Airways can at any time change/discontinue this special fares and conditions without prior notice
Sunday, July 24, 2011
BA Visa Card Eliminate foreign transaction fees
With the holiday travel season right around the corner,Chase Card Services and British Airways announced a new, compelling benefit for international travelers. Starting this month, there will be no foreign transaction fees on international purchases using the British Airways Visa Signature® Card from Chase - a one-of-a-kind offering in the co-branded airline card category. The card proposition is managed by Chase in partnership with The Mileage Company, operators of British Airways BA Miles rewards.
"The British Airways Visa Signature Card was designed to reward individuals who frequently travel internationally," said Andrew Swaffield, managing director of The Mileage Company. "The new proposition, combined with the unprecedented companion redemption voucher program and significant earn-rate for BA Miles, make our program extremely attractive to our target audience.'
"Chase Card Services is continuously looking for new ways to deliver exceptional value to our customers who travel internationally," said Tony Glover, senior vice president, Chase Card Services. "The British Airways Visa Signature Card will ultimately deliver cardmembers three percent savings on every purchase made abroad."
Other key features of the British Airways Visa Signature Card include:
More Ways to Earn BA Miles - The British Airways Visa Signature Card is one of the fastest ways for frequent British Airways passengers to earn miles towards future travel. Cardmembers earn 2.5 BA miles for every $1 spent on British Airways purchases. All other purchases made with the Card, including payments ranging from utility bills to gym memberships, earn 1.25 BA miles for every $1 spent.
Redeem for 1, Travel for 2 - Each and every year a cardmember spends $30,000 they will receive a flight redemption voucher, valid for two years. To use the voucher, cardmembers simply redeem BA Miles for travel. The voucher can then be used to bring a companion along with them, who will fly in the same class of service, requiring no additional miles for travel.
More Ways to Redeem BA Miles - With the British Airways Visa Signature Card, cardmembers have the option to redeem their miles for flight upgrades and future travel on British Airways or any one of its 10 oneworld® alliance partners.
The Card is accepted at millions of locations worldwide and has an annual fee of $75.00. For more information or to apply for the Card, visit www.chase.com/britishairways or www.ba.com.
As part of today's announcement, Chase is offering 50,000 bonus BA miles - enough for a transatlantic flight - to new cardmembers. The first 25,000 miles will be awarded after the first purchase with the Card, and an additional 25,000 miles will be awarded after $2,500 in spend in the first 3 months.
"The British Airways Visa Signature Card was designed to reward individuals who frequently travel internationally," said Andrew Swaffield, managing director of The Mileage Company. "The new proposition, combined with the unprecedented companion redemption voucher program and significant earn-rate for BA Miles, make our program extremely attractive to our target audience.'
"Chase Card Services is continuously looking for new ways to deliver exceptional value to our customers who travel internationally," said Tony Glover, senior vice president, Chase Card Services. "The British Airways Visa Signature Card will ultimately deliver cardmembers three percent savings on every purchase made abroad."
Other key features of the British Airways Visa Signature Card include:
More Ways to Earn BA Miles - The British Airways Visa Signature Card is one of the fastest ways for frequent British Airways passengers to earn miles towards future travel. Cardmembers earn 2.5 BA miles for every $1 spent on British Airways purchases. All other purchases made with the Card, including payments ranging from utility bills to gym memberships, earn 1.25 BA miles for every $1 spent.
Redeem for 1, Travel for 2 - Each and every year a cardmember spends $30,000 they will receive a flight redemption voucher, valid for two years. To use the voucher, cardmembers simply redeem BA Miles for travel. The voucher can then be used to bring a companion along with them, who will fly in the same class of service, requiring no additional miles for travel.
More Ways to Redeem BA Miles - With the British Airways Visa Signature Card, cardmembers have the option to redeem their miles for flight upgrades and future travel on British Airways or any one of its 10 oneworld® alliance partners.
The Card is accepted at millions of locations worldwide and has an annual fee of $75.00. For more information or to apply for the Card, visit www.chase.com/britishairways or www.ba.com.
As part of today's announcement, Chase is offering 50,000 bonus BA miles - enough for a transatlantic flight - to new cardmembers. The first 25,000 miles will be awarded after the first purchase with the Card, and an additional 25,000 miles will be awarded after $2,500 in spend in the first 3 months.
Chase credit Card feature Chip and Signature Technology
Chase Card Services, a division of JPMorgan announced it is the first major U.S. bank to issue chip-and-signature, a credit card with EMV chip technology that provides consumers with better ease-of-use and stronger security while traveling abroad. Chase will first unveil chip-and-signature on the JPMorgan Palladium credit card in June, a card serving customers who frequently travel abroad, and later to other Chase credit cards within the year.
"Although chip-enabled terminals are fairly uncommon in the United States where the vast majority of merchants only support magnetic strip cards, our focus is to provide chip-and-signature cards to our cardmembers who frequently travel outside the United States," added Porter.
Chase's cards with chip-and-signature technology will feature both an embedded encrypted chip and traditional magnetic strip to accommodate merchants in the United States. The embedded microchip of chip-and-signature makes the card extremely difficult to copy, because the encrypted chip enables the safer processing and storing of data. Chip technology is the gold standard in Europe and has completely replaced magnetic strips, so cards with chip-and-signature technology offer more streamlined credit card purchases while traveling in Europe.
"Chase Card Services is constantly seeking innovative ways to improve both the transactional and security experience for cardmembers while using their cards during travel," said David Porter, general manager, Chase Card Services. "The addition of chip-and-signature technology enables Chase cardmembers to enjoy simplified transactions in Europe, such as seamlessly using point-of-sale kiosks and train ticket turnstiles the same way the locals can, with the added piece-of-mind of secure transactions."
Chase's cards with chip-and-signature technology can be used everywhere traditional magnetic strip cards are accepted in the U.S. and in more than 130 countries abroad where chip technology is implemented. For more information about Chase credit cards, please visit www.chase.com.
"Although chip-enabled terminals are fairly uncommon in the United States where the vast majority of merchants only support magnetic strip cards, our focus is to provide chip-and-signature cards to our cardmembers who frequently travel outside the United States," added Porter.
Chase's cards with chip-and-signature technology will feature both an embedded encrypted chip and traditional magnetic strip to accommodate merchants in the United States. The embedded microchip of chip-and-signature makes the card extremely difficult to copy, because the encrypted chip enables the safer processing and storing of data. Chip technology is the gold standard in Europe and has completely replaced magnetic strips, so cards with chip-and-signature technology offer more streamlined credit card purchases while traveling in Europe.
"Chase Card Services is constantly seeking innovative ways to improve both the transactional and security experience for cardmembers while using their cards during travel," said David Porter, general manager, Chase Card Services. "The addition of chip-and-signature technology enables Chase cardmembers to enjoy simplified transactions in Europe, such as seamlessly using point-of-sale kiosks and train ticket turnstiles the same way the locals can, with the added piece-of-mind of secure transactions."
Chase's cards with chip-and-signature technology can be used everywhere traditional magnetic strip cards are accepted in the U.S. and in more than 130 countries abroad where chip technology is implemented. For more information about Chase credit cards, please visit www.chase.com.
Ritz-Carlton Rewards Credit Card from JP Morgan
The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company and J.P. Morgan announced their partnership and unveiled The Ritz-Carlton Rewards Credit Card.
"We are delighted to partner with The Ritz-Carlton, a world-class luxury brand renowned for service excellence. J.P. Morgan and The Ritz-Carlton are two companies with rich histories and shared values that are committed to offering customers exceptional service and a superior product," said Tina Chen, General Manager, The Ritz-Carlton Rewards Credit Card.
Card Benefits
Cardmembers will enjoy exceptional benefits at Ritz-Carlton hotels, including upgrades to the Club Level for three stays per year; complimentary hotel experiences such as dining, spa and recreational activities (valued at $100); and Gold Elite status in The Ritz-Carlton Rewards program. Other world-class travel features include J.P. Morgan Premier Concierge Service, complimentary airport lounge access, and up to a $200 airline incidental credit annually. The Ritz-Carlton Rewards Credit Card has no foreign transaction fees and will provide Cardmembers with the same level of exceptional service, access and value whether they are home or halfway around the world.
For the first time ever, Cardmembers will also earn Ritz-Carlton Rewards points with every purchase:
Earn 5 Ritz-Carlton Rewards points per $1 spent at The Ritz-Carlton hotels
Earn 2 Ritz-Carlton Rewards points per $1 spent on qualifying airfare, car rentals and dining
Earn 1 Ritz-Carlton Rewards point per $1 spent on all other card purchases
The annual fee for the card is $395. For more information about The Ritz-Carlton Rewards Credit Card from J.P. Morgan, or to apply for a new card, visit www.ritzcarltonrewardscard.com or call 1-855-896-2222.
"The Ritz-Carlton Rewards Credit Card from J.P. Morgan is the only credit card that carries The Ritz-Carlton name," said Herve Humler, president and chief operations officer, The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company. "As with The Ritz-Carlton Rewards program, this new card offers 'Access to the Extraordinary.' The extensive research we conducted with J.P. Morgan showed there is an appetite for a luxury card to reward our loyal customers and introduce the brand to many new potential guests."
"We are delighted to partner with The Ritz-Carlton, a world-class luxury brand renowned for service excellence. J.P. Morgan and The Ritz-Carlton are two companies with rich histories and shared values that are committed to offering customers exceptional service and a superior product," said Tina Chen, General Manager, The Ritz-Carlton Rewards Credit Card.
Card Benefits
Cardmembers will enjoy exceptional benefits at Ritz-Carlton hotels, including upgrades to the Club Level for three stays per year; complimentary hotel experiences such as dining, spa and recreational activities (valued at $100); and Gold Elite status in The Ritz-Carlton Rewards program. Other world-class travel features include J.P. Morgan Premier Concierge Service, complimentary airport lounge access, and up to a $200 airline incidental credit annually. The Ritz-Carlton Rewards Credit Card has no foreign transaction fees and will provide Cardmembers with the same level of exceptional service, access and value whether they are home or halfway around the world.
For the first time ever, Cardmembers will also earn Ritz-Carlton Rewards points with every purchase:
Earn 5 Ritz-Carlton Rewards points per $1 spent at The Ritz-Carlton hotels
Earn 2 Ritz-Carlton Rewards points per $1 spent on qualifying airfare, car rentals and dining
Earn 1 Ritz-Carlton Rewards point per $1 spent on all other card purchases
The annual fee for the card is $395. For more information about The Ritz-Carlton Rewards Credit Card from J.P. Morgan, or to apply for a new card, visit www.ritzcarltonrewardscard.com or call 1-855-896-2222.
"The Ritz-Carlton Rewards Credit Card from J.P. Morgan is the only credit card that carries The Ritz-Carlton name," said Herve Humler, president and chief operations officer, The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company. "As with The Ritz-Carlton Rewards program, this new card offers 'Access to the Extraordinary.' The extensive research we conducted with J.P. Morgan showed there is an appetite for a luxury card to reward our loyal customers and introduce the brand to many new potential guests."
Chase Amazon Rewards Card Redeem Points for cash
Chase Card JPMorgan and Amazon.com launched a feature on the Amazon.com Rewards Visa® Card that provides cardmembers the opportunity to use rewards points to pay on Amazon.com. Cardmembers may now use Amazon Shop with Points to redeem rewards points at checkout. Each point cardmembers earn can be redeemed for one cent, meaning 100 points can be redeemed for one dollar.
With the new Amazon Shop with Points feature, cardmembers may also combine any amount of points with their Amazon.com Visa card, Amazon.com Gift Cards, or Amazon Payments account balance to pay for their purchases - as many or as few as they want. There is no minimum and no specified amount of points to use.
The Amazon.com Rewards Card from Chase offers an exceptional value on Amazon.com and has no annual fee. Cardmembers can earn points for everyday purchases made with the Card, including:
Three points for every $1 spent on Amazon.com purchases.
Two points for every eligible $1 spent on gas, restaurants, drug stores and office supply stores.
One point for every $1 spent everywhere else.
Three points for every $1 spent on Amazon.com purchases means cardmembers earn and redeem points quickly. For example, cardmembers who spend $1,500 on Amazon.com using the Card earn 4,500 points, which can be used towards $45 in purchases. As a result, after their next billing statement, cardmembers can use Shop with Points to instantly redeem that $45 towards items they purchase at checkout. It's 3 percent in cash back.
"Amazon.com cardmembers have enjoyed combining a great rewards program with the convenience, selection, and value of Amazon," said Chris Conrad, general manager at Chase Card Services. "This new feature delivers terrific value with fast and easy access to rewards points instantly redeemable for millions of items on Amazon.com."
"Amazon Shop with Points is a great enhancement to the Amazon.com Rewards Visa Card," said Matt Swann, vice president of Global Payments, Amazon.com. "Amazon's broad selection of low priced products and the convenience of paying with Amazon Reward points provide our cardmembers with an exceptional shopping experience."
There is no expiration date on points and no cap on the number of points earned. For more information on the Amazon.com Rewards Visa Card from Chase or to apply for a new Card, visit www.chase.com/amazon or call 888-247-4080. For more information about Amazon Shop with Points, visit www.amazon.com/rewardscard.
About Chase
Chase is the U.S. consumer and commercial banking business of JPMorgan Chase & Co. (NYSE: JPM), a leading global financial services firm with assets of $2.2 trillion and operations in more than 60 countries. Chase serves consumers and small businesses through 5,200 bank branches, 16,200 ATMs, mortgage offices, and online and mobile banking as well as through relationships with auto dealerships and schools and universities. Chase also has issued more than 90 million credit cards. More information about Chase is available at www.chase.com.
With the new Amazon Shop with Points feature, cardmembers may also combine any amount of points with their Amazon.com Visa card, Amazon.com Gift Cards, or Amazon Payments account balance to pay for their purchases - as many or as few as they want. There is no minimum and no specified amount of points to use.
The Amazon.com Rewards Card from Chase offers an exceptional value on Amazon.com and has no annual fee. Cardmembers can earn points for everyday purchases made with the Card, including:
Three points for every $1 spent on Amazon.com purchases.
Two points for every eligible $1 spent on gas, restaurants, drug stores and office supply stores.
One point for every $1 spent everywhere else.
Three points for every $1 spent on Amazon.com purchases means cardmembers earn and redeem points quickly. For example, cardmembers who spend $1,500 on Amazon.com using the Card earn 4,500 points, which can be used towards $45 in purchases. As a result, after their next billing statement, cardmembers can use Shop with Points to instantly redeem that $45 towards items they purchase at checkout. It's 3 percent in cash back.
"Amazon.com cardmembers have enjoyed combining a great rewards program with the convenience, selection, and value of Amazon," said Chris Conrad, general manager at Chase Card Services. "This new feature delivers terrific value with fast and easy access to rewards points instantly redeemable for millions of items on Amazon.com."
"Amazon Shop with Points is a great enhancement to the Amazon.com Rewards Visa Card," said Matt Swann, vice president of Global Payments, Amazon.com. "Amazon's broad selection of low priced products and the convenience of paying with Amazon Reward points provide our cardmembers with an exceptional shopping experience."
There is no expiration date on points and no cap on the number of points earned. For more information on the Amazon.com Rewards Visa Card from Chase or to apply for a new Card, visit www.chase.com/amazon or call 888-247-4080. For more information about Amazon Shop with Points, visit www.amazon.com/rewardscard.
About Chase
Chase is the U.S. consumer and commercial banking business of JPMorgan Chase & Co. (NYSE: JPM), a leading global financial services firm with assets of $2.2 trillion and operations in more than 60 countries. Chase serves consumers and small businesses through 5,200 bank branches, 16,200 ATMs, mortgage offices, and online and mobile banking as well as through relationships with auto dealerships and schools and universities. Chase also has issued more than 90 million credit cards. More information about Chase is available at www.chase.com.
Chase Premier Plus with Military Banking Benefits
Chase launched Military Banking, its latest initiative to support military personnel with special benefits. The premium checking account benefits typically reserved for high-balance customers are now available to active duty Armed Forces servicemembers along with members of the Guard and Reserve.
Current Chase military customers will be automatically upgraded to Chase Premier Plus with Military Banking Benefits on July 1. Military personnel qualify when they have their military base pay direct-deposited into their Chase account.
"Our servicemen and servicewomen deserve the very best Chase has to offer," said Todd Maclin, CEO of Retail Banking at Chase. "We are lowering the cost for military personnel to do their everyday banking wherever they are around the world."
The benefits of Chase Military Banking include:
- No monthly fee or balance requirements
- No Chase ATM withdrawal fee for using non-Chase ATMs anywhere in the world
- No Chase fee on incoming/outgoing wire transfers
- No fee for money orders, official checks and travelers checks at any of Chase's 5,300 branches
- Free Chase design checks
- Free safe deposit box
- Interest paid on the checking balances
- Chase Plus Savings with higher interest rates and no monthly service fee
- Two additional Chase Premier Plus Checking accounts with no monthly service fee
New Chase Military Banking customers will receive the benefits if they set up direct deposit of their military base pay. The deposit of allotments does not meet this requirement.
In addition, active duty servicemembers who own a small business can take advantage of special Business Banking offers that also begin July 1. The special military benefits include:
- Chase Business Select Checking with their monthly service fee waived
- Up to $500 off qualifying loans
- Waiver of Annual Fee on qualifying Lines of Credit
- Discounts on qualifying Small Business Administration Loans, including the SBA Patriot Express loan
Chase also launched a Military Mortgage program to provide military servicemembers significant financial advantages and customized offers on home loans, including:
- Low fees exclusively for military members, saving up to $495
- 1% Mortgage Cash Back(SM) for qualifying customers
- VA Loan Benefits
- Special mortgage servicing by certified military mortgage consultants
Current Chase military customers will be automatically upgraded to Chase Premier Plus with Military Banking Benefits on July 1. Military personnel qualify when they have their military base pay direct-deposited into their Chase account.
"Our servicemen and servicewomen deserve the very best Chase has to offer," said Todd Maclin, CEO of Retail Banking at Chase. "We are lowering the cost for military personnel to do their everyday banking wherever they are around the world."
The benefits of Chase Military Banking include:
- No monthly fee or balance requirements
- No Chase ATM withdrawal fee for using non-Chase ATMs anywhere in the world
- No Chase fee on incoming/outgoing wire transfers
- No fee for money orders, official checks and travelers checks at any of Chase's 5,300 branches
- Free Chase design checks
- Free safe deposit box
- Interest paid on the checking balances
- Chase Plus Savings with higher interest rates and no monthly service fee
- Two additional Chase Premier Plus Checking accounts with no monthly service fee
New Chase Military Banking customers will receive the benefits if they set up direct deposit of their military base pay. The deposit of allotments does not meet this requirement.
In addition, active duty servicemembers who own a small business can take advantage of special Business Banking offers that also begin July 1. The special military benefits include:
- Chase Business Select Checking with their monthly service fee waived
- Up to $500 off qualifying loans
- Waiver of Annual Fee on qualifying Lines of Credit
- Discounts on qualifying Small Business Administration Loans, including the SBA Patriot Express loan
Chase also launched a Military Mortgage program to provide military servicemembers significant financial advantages and customized offers on home loans, including:
- Low fees exclusively for military members, saving up to $495
- 1% Mortgage Cash Back(SM) for qualifying customers
- VA Loan Benefits
- Special mortgage servicing by certified military mortgage consultants
Chase Sapphire card Golf Experience Program
Chase Card Services, a division of JPMorgan JPM announced the Chase Sapphire 2011 Golf Experience Program exclusively for Chase Sapphire cardmembers, hosted by champion professional golfer Stewart Cink. The experiential rewards program includes a series of five events in cities across the U.S. throughout the year.
"I look forward to meeting Chase Sapphire cardmembers who are interested in elevating their game and sharing tips and stories from the PGA TOUR," said Cink. "By partnering with Chase Sapphire for the 2011 Golf Experience Program, we're offering golf fans an innovative and fun way to enjoy the game they love."
Through Chase Ultimate Rewards, Chase Sapphire cardmembers have the opportunity to participate in unique golf experiences with Cink using their credit card rewards points. Cardmember experience packages include a walking clinic with Cink, swing analysis using V1 Golf video technology, advice from professional Callaway golf instructors, rounds of golf at some of America's most prestigious courses and a chance to challenge Cink in a "closest to pin" contest.
The Chase Sapphire 2011 Golf Experience Program takes place in five U.S. markets:
Dallas: TPC Four Seasons Las Colinas (June 7, 2011)
Philadelphia: Philadelphia Country Club (July 25, 2011)
Chicago: Hawthorn Woods Country Club (September 13, 2011)
Atlanta: East Lake Golf Club (October 10, 2011)
Los Angeles: Golf course and date TBD
*event dates and courses are subject to change
More information about the Chase Sapphire 2011 Golf Experience is available at: http://www.chasesapphire.com/events.
Chase Sapphire is a rewards credit card that offers premium travel rewards and benefits, a range of redemption choices, exceptional customer service and memorable experiences, such as partnering with Stewart Cink to present the Chase Sapphire 2011 Golf Experience Program. More information is available at www.ChaseSapphire.com
"Chase Sapphire cardmembers have told us they want a credit card rewards program that unlocks access to unique experiences that they cannot get elsewhere," said Sean O'Reilly, general manager, Chase Card Services. "The Chase Sapphire Golf Experience Program with Stewart Cink takes our rewards offering beyond tee times to the experience of walking the greens with one of the most respected players on the PGA TOUR. The chance to meet and play 18 holes with Stewart Cink is the type of once-in-a-lifetime opportunity Chase Sapphire offers."
Chase Sapphire partnered with Stewart Cink because he is one of the most popular and well-respected golfers in the world. Among his many accolades, Cink won the British Open (2009), finished in the top three in each of the other three Major championships (The Masters, U.S. Open and PGA Championship) and notched six wins on the PGA TOUR.
"I look forward to meeting Chase Sapphire cardmembers who are interested in elevating their game and sharing tips and stories from the PGA TOUR," said Cink. "By partnering with Chase Sapphire for the 2011 Golf Experience Program, we're offering golf fans an innovative and fun way to enjoy the game they love."
Through Chase Ultimate Rewards, Chase Sapphire cardmembers have the opportunity to participate in unique golf experiences with Cink using their credit card rewards points. Cardmember experience packages include a walking clinic with Cink, swing analysis using V1 Golf video technology, advice from professional Callaway golf instructors, rounds of golf at some of America's most prestigious courses and a chance to challenge Cink in a "closest to pin" contest.
The Chase Sapphire 2011 Golf Experience Program takes place in five U.S. markets:
Dallas: TPC Four Seasons Las Colinas (June 7, 2011)
Philadelphia: Philadelphia Country Club (July 25, 2011)
Chicago: Hawthorn Woods Country Club (September 13, 2011)
Atlanta: East Lake Golf Club (October 10, 2011)
Los Angeles: Golf course and date TBD
*event dates and courses are subject to change
More information about the Chase Sapphire 2011 Golf Experience is available at: http://www.chasesapphire.com/events.
Chase Sapphire is a rewards credit card that offers premium travel rewards and benefits, a range of redemption choices, exceptional customer service and memorable experiences, such as partnering with Stewart Cink to present the Chase Sapphire 2011 Golf Experience Program. More information is available at www.ChaseSapphire.com
"Chase Sapphire cardmembers have told us they want a credit card rewards program that unlocks access to unique experiences that they cannot get elsewhere," said Sean O'Reilly, general manager, Chase Card Services. "The Chase Sapphire Golf Experience Program with Stewart Cink takes our rewards offering beyond tee times to the experience of walking the greens with one of the most respected players on the PGA TOUR. The chance to meet and play 18 holes with Stewart Cink is the type of once-in-a-lifetime opportunity Chase Sapphire offers."
Chase Sapphire partnered with Stewart Cink because he is one of the most popular and well-respected golfers in the world. Among his many accolades, Cink won the British Open (2009), finished in the top three in each of the other three Major championships (The Masters, U.S. Open and PGA Championship) and notched six wins on the PGA TOUR.
Copa Airlines Panama City to Brasilia route
Copa Airlines, subsidiary of Copa Holdings, S.A. launched nonstop flight frequentcy four times a week between Panama City, Panama, and Brasilia, the capital of Brazil. Brasilia will be Copa Airlines' sixth Brazilian destination and its 56th destination overall.
Copa Airlines, which has one of the youngest fleets in Latin America, will operate a Boeing 737-700 Next Generation aircraft on the flight.
The route will operate four times a week, departing Panama at 6:32 p.m. on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays, and arriving in Brasilia at 2:40 a.m. The return flight will depart Brasilia at 5:41 a.m. on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Fridays and Sundays, arriving in Panama at 9:48 a.m.
"Copa Airlines' new nonstop Brasilia service demonstrates our commitment to establishing more routes to this important Latin American country and to continue uniting the Americas," said Pedro Heilbron, CEO, Copa Airlines. "Our Hub of the Americas at Tocumen International Airport in Panama offers the best connectivity for flights to Central America and the Caribbean, as well as to our destinations in North and South America."
Copa Airlines offers more flights to international destinations than any other airline from any other hub in Latin America. At the Hub of the Americas in Panama, passengers can connect rapidly and conveniently to destinations throughout Latin America, North America and the Caribbean, without customs/immigration waits for in-transit passengers.
A planned city inaugurated in 1960, Brasilia has a population of 2.2 million and the highest per capita income in the country. In addition to being the seat of government, the city offers numerous cultural attractions, including many museums, theaters, art galleries and parks, and festivals throughout the year, such as the Film Festival, Fashion Week, and Summer Music Festival. The city boasts 41 sports clubs, 14 shopping malls and more than 3,000 restaurants and bars. Visitors also can enjoy recreational activities at nearby Lake Paranoa.
Copa Airlines, which has one of the youngest fleets in Latin America, will operate a Boeing 737-700 Next Generation aircraft on the flight.
The route will operate four times a week, departing Panama at 6:32 p.m. on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays, and arriving in Brasilia at 2:40 a.m. The return flight will depart Brasilia at 5:41 a.m. on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Fridays and Sundays, arriving in Panama at 9:48 a.m.
"Copa Airlines' new nonstop Brasilia service demonstrates our commitment to establishing more routes to this important Latin American country and to continue uniting the Americas," said Pedro Heilbron, CEO, Copa Airlines. "Our Hub of the Americas at Tocumen International Airport in Panama offers the best connectivity for flights to Central America and the Caribbean, as well as to our destinations in North and South America."
Copa Airlines offers more flights to international destinations than any other airline from any other hub in Latin America. At the Hub of the Americas in Panama, passengers can connect rapidly and conveniently to destinations throughout Latin America, North America and the Caribbean, without customs/immigration waits for in-transit passengers.
A planned city inaugurated in 1960, Brasilia has a population of 2.2 million and the highest per capita income in the country. In addition to being the seat of government, the city offers numerous cultural attractions, including many museums, theaters, art galleries and parks, and festivals throughout the year, such as the Film Festival, Fashion Week, and Summer Music Festival. The city boasts 41 sports clubs, 14 shopping malls and more than 3,000 restaurants and bars. Visitors also can enjoy recreational activities at nearby Lake Paranoa.
Spirit Airlines Adds New destination from Chicago O'Hare
Spirit Airlines will add daily nonstop service to five new destination from O’Hare International Airport. Spirit Airlines will begin multiple daily flights to Boston, Dallas/Fort Worth,Detroit and New York/LaGuardia on August 18, 2011 and daily service to Orlando on November 10, 2011.
Spirit Airlines has operated from Terminal 3 at O’Hare since October of 2000, offering daily nonstop service to Atlantic City, Fort Lauderdale, Fort Myers, Las Vegas, Los Angeles and Myrtle Beach, S.C.
“We commend Spirit Airlines for substantially increasing its U.S. travel destinations from O’Hare International Airport”, said CDA Commissioner Rosemarie S. Andolino. “This added service for the Chicago market reflects the
steady increase in air travel demand and is an important part of Mayor Rahm Emanuel’s vision to bolster Chicago’s leading position in the global aviation system.”
Spirit Airlines is the largest Ultra Low Cost Carrier (ULCC) in the United States, Latin America and the Caribbean. Spirit’s all-Airbus fleet, the youngest in the Americas, flies more than 150 daily flights to over 40 destinations.
This increase of service by Spirit Airlines is also a result of the CDA’s ongoing efforts to accommodate airline growth in the Chicago market.
Spirit Airlines has operated from Terminal 3 at O’Hare since October of 2000, offering daily nonstop service to Atlantic City, Fort Lauderdale, Fort Myers, Las Vegas, Los Angeles and Myrtle Beach, S.C.
“We commend Spirit Airlines for substantially increasing its U.S. travel destinations from O’Hare International Airport”, said CDA Commissioner Rosemarie S. Andolino. “This added service for the Chicago market reflects the
steady increase in air travel demand and is an important part of Mayor Rahm Emanuel’s vision to bolster Chicago’s leading position in the global aviation system.”
Spirit Airlines is the largest Ultra Low Cost Carrier (ULCC) in the United States, Latin America and the Caribbean. Spirit’s all-Airbus fleet, the youngest in the Americas, flies more than 150 daily flights to over 40 destinations.
This increase of service by Spirit Airlines is also a result of the CDA’s ongoing efforts to accommodate airline growth in the Chicago market.
American Express Velocity Gold Credit Card
Start planning your next escape and enjoy two complimentary single entry passes to the Virgin Australia lounge, a great Velocity Points earn rate and complimentary Domestic and International Travel Insurance.
INTRODUCTORY OFFER - 20,000 bonus Velocity Points when you are approved by 30 September 2011 and spend $500 in the first 3 months of Card membership
Earn 2.5 Points per $1 spent1 purchases in Australia with the Virgin Australia group of airlines
Earn 1.25 Points per $1 spent on everyday purchases with your Card1
Enjoy two complimentary single entry passes to the Virgin Australia lounge each year2 -you can indulge in an array of complimentary food and beverages, connect to free wireless broadband or simply relax, take time out and read the paper before your flight
Automatic Velocity Rewards membership -the loyalty program of the Virgin Australia group of airlines
Escape the hustle and bustle of the airport with two complimentary single entry passes to the Virgin Australia lounge each year
Earn 2.5 Velocity Points for every $1 spent on purchases made on the Card1 in Australia with the Virgin Australia group of airlines and 1.25 Points for every $1 spent everywhere else
Complimentary Domestic and International Travel Insurance when you purchase tickets with your Card or Velocity Points4 Access to Supplementary Cards at no extra cost5 and Points earned on each Supplementary Card will be credited to your Velocity Account1 Apply now
INTRODUCTORY OFFER - 20,000 bonus Velocity Points when you are approved by 30 September 2011 and spend $500 in the first 3 months of Card membership
Earn 2.5 Points per $1 spent1 purchases in Australia with the Virgin Australia group of airlines
Earn 1.25 Points per $1 spent on everyday purchases with your Card1
Enjoy two complimentary single entry passes to the Virgin Australia lounge each year2 -you can indulge in an array of complimentary food and beverages, connect to free wireless broadband or simply relax, take time out and read the paper before your flight
Automatic Velocity Rewards membership -the loyalty program of the Virgin Australia group of airlines
Escape the hustle and bustle of the airport with two complimentary single entry passes to the Virgin Australia lounge each year
Earn 2.5 Velocity Points for every $1 spent on purchases made on the Card1 in Australia with the Virgin Australia group of airlines and 1.25 Points for every $1 spent everywhere else
Complimentary Domestic and International Travel Insurance when you purchase tickets with your Card or Velocity Points4 Access to Supplementary Cards at no extra cost5 and Points earned on each Supplementary Card will be credited to your Velocity Account1 Apply now
Fidelity account 50K AA bonus miles offer
Open and fund a non-retirement Fidelity brokerage account today, and earn up to 50,000 american airlines AAdvantage miles.
Deposit: Earn:
$100,000 50,000 miles
$50,000 25,000 miles
$25,000 15,000 miles
Offer valid for new customers only.
Limit one per household, per lifetime.
Website: www.fidelity.com/aa
Phone Number: 1-800-369-8969
This offer expires September 30, 2011.
New accounts must be opened within 30 days of registering for the offer. Additional deposits to the eligible Fidelity account may earn you a higher mileage award provided such deposits result in the cumulative deposits in the account being at or above the next eligibility tier (up to a maximum of 50,000 miles). Initial and subsequent deposits must be made within 90 days of Fidelity account opening.
Allow eight weeks for AAdvantage miles to post to your account. For questions regarding your mileage credit, please use the contact information below. Be prepared to provide your AAdvantage number.
Phone Number: 1-800-369-8969
Offer not valid for government officials, candidates for federal, state or local office, or union officials or employees, non-U.S. residents or persons and members of their immediate families and households affiliated with or employed by FINRA or its member firms, Fidelity or its affiliates, a securities exchange or its members, or the media. Public officials or candidates for office may be subject to state or local gift laws.
Deposit: Earn:
$100,000 50,000 miles
$50,000 25,000 miles
$25,000 15,000 miles
Offer valid for new customers only.
Limit one per household, per lifetime.
Website: www.fidelity.com/aa
Phone Number: 1-800-369-8969
This offer expires September 30, 2011.
New accounts must be opened within 30 days of registering for the offer. Additional deposits to the eligible Fidelity account may earn you a higher mileage award provided such deposits result in the cumulative deposits in the account being at or above the next eligibility tier (up to a maximum of 50,000 miles). Initial and subsequent deposits must be made within 90 days of Fidelity account opening.
Allow eight weeks for AAdvantage miles to post to your account. For questions regarding your mileage credit, please use the contact information below. Be prepared to provide your AAdvantage number.
Phone Number: 1-800-369-8969
Offer not valid for government officials, candidates for federal, state or local office, or union officials or employees, non-U.S. residents or persons and members of their immediate families and households affiliated with or employed by FINRA or its member firms, Fidelity or its affiliates, a securities exchange or its members, or the media. Public officials or candidates for office may be subject to state or local gift laws.
United Explorer card 40,000 miles/Red Carpet Club Passes
Explore these special privileges at the airport and beyond with the new chase United Mileage Plus Explorer credit card
Earn up to 40,000 bonus miles
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Earn 25,000 bonus miles after first use and 5,000 additional bonus miles after your first Card use and for adding an authorized user within two months of opening your account. Plus, earn 10,000 bonus miles when you spend $25,000 or more on your Card each calendar year.
Your first year is free
Pay no annual fee for the first year as a United Explorer Cardmember, a $95 value. Check your first bag for free*
As a Cardmember, you and your companion can each check your first bag for free when you fly United and Continental-operated flights, up to a $50 savings per person round trip. Enjoy priority boarding privileges*
You'll be invited to board your flight ahead of general boarding with priority boarding.
get two United Red Carpet Club passes every year*
Relax in style before your flight and enjoy complimentary snacks, beverages and
Wi-Fi. Earn double miles on United purchases*
Earn 2 miles per $1 spent on tickets purchased from United or Continental and 1 mile per $1 for everything else. Your miles don't expire*
Your miles don't expire as long as you are a Cardmember with no limit to the number of miles you can earn. Receive access to exclusive events*
Enjoy exclusive access to purchase once-a-lifetime experiences from Inside Access from Chase. Enjoy the assurances of better protection*
Spend and travel without worry with the suite of exceptional purchase and travel protection benefits that come with your Card.
Earn up to 40,000 bonus miles
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Earn 25,000 bonus miles after first use and 5,000 additional bonus miles after your first Card use and for adding an authorized user within two months of opening your account. Plus, earn 10,000 bonus miles when you spend $25,000 or more on your Card each calendar year.
Your first year is free
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apply for american express Platinum credit card in australia and earn 75,000 Membership Rewards Bonus Points if you spend $500 in the first two months of your Card membership3. You could redeem these for Qantas Frequent Flyer points and use these for an economy Qantas return Classic Award flight from Sydney to Singapore4,5 (60,000 Qantas Frequent Flyer points plus $329.94 in surcharges, fees and taxes).
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Travel is always more relaxing when you feel looked after. Platinum Card membership entitles you to upgrades, access to special benefits and substantial savings.
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Enjoy access to more than 600 VIP lounges through complimentary and unrestricted membership of Priority Pass, the world’s largest independent airport lounge program. You’ll find them in 300 cities across 90 countries, including Virgin Blue lounges in Australia.
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Saturday, July 23, 2011
Chase Priority club Select Visa Card benefits
Priority Club Rewards And Chase Card Services Launch New Travel Card Designed By Frequent Travelers
Chase Card JPMorgan and IHG InterContinental hotel company offer all-new credit card product designed by frequent travelers, the Priority Club Select Visa Card.
The Priority Club Select Visa Card was specifically developed using direct feedback from consumers through a private online community comprised of members of IHG's loyalty program, Priority Club Rewards, who are also Priority Club Rewards Visa cardmembers. Partnering with Communispace as the facilitator, Chase and IHG created an online forum where they could have direct and ongoing conversations with customers in real time, providing continuous feedback and input throughout the entire product development process.
"We're constantly looking for ways to enhance member benefits of our hotel loyalty rewards program," said Lincoln Barrett, vice president, Guest Marketing and Alliances, IHG. "Leveraging conversations through our private online community, ultimately delivered a product that will get our members to their travel rewards even faster than ever before and we know they'll find significant value in that."
As part of the launch of the Priority Club Select Visa, Chase is offering 30,000 bonus points - enough for up to two free nights at many IHG hotels - after the first purchase is made using the card and no annual fee the first year, a $49 value.
Key features of the Priority Club Select Visa Card include:
Annual free night certificate: Each account anniversary, cardmembers automatically receive a free hotel night certificate good at more than 4,400 IHG hotels worldwide including InterContinental® Hotels & Resorts, Crowne Plaza® Hotels & Resorts, Hotel Indigo®, Holiday Inn® Hotels & Resorts, Holiday Inn Club Vacations®, Holiday Inn Express®, Staybridge Suites® and Candlewood Suites®. The certificate is good at all IHG brands and is valid for 12 months.
Get points back when you use them: Ongoing automatic 10 percent point rebate on all point redemptions exclusively for cardmembers. This allows cardmembers to earn additional points back when they redeem points for hotel Rewards Nights or non-hotel point redemptions, such as gift cards or merchandise.
Gold Elite Status for the life of the card: Access to late check-out at certain properties, Priority Check-In benefits, a 10 percent bonus on base points and an exclusive toll-free customer service number.
Earn more with everyday purchases: Two points are earned for every $1 spent on eligible gas, grocery and dining purchases. Five points are awarded for every $1 spent at any one of IHG's hotel properties, while one point is earned for every $1 spent on all other purchases.
Zero foreign transaction fees: No foreign transaction fees when making international purchases with this card.
Priority Club members of the online community provided insights on benefits and services that would deliver the most value in a travel credit card program, which resulted in a product that now offers such benefits as a best-in-class annual free hotel night certificate and a 10 percent rewards rebate feature. Earning and redeeming rewards is now easier and more flexible than ever.
"Our goal was to create a card that delivers the strongest possible value to Priority Club members," said Tony Glover, senior vice president, Chase Card Services. "Customers are our best resource, so we listened to them. Their candid feedback helped solidify and prioritize features and benefits. The end result is the new Priority Club Select Visa Card - by delivering exceptional value, our intent is for this new card to be first-in-wallet for our customers."
Chase Card JPMorgan and IHG InterContinental hotel company offer all-new credit card product designed by frequent travelers, the Priority Club Select Visa Card.
The Priority Club Select Visa Card was specifically developed using direct feedback from consumers through a private online community comprised of members of IHG's loyalty program, Priority Club Rewards, who are also Priority Club Rewards Visa cardmembers. Partnering with Communispace as the facilitator, Chase and IHG created an online forum where they could have direct and ongoing conversations with customers in real time, providing continuous feedback and input throughout the entire product development process.
"We're constantly looking for ways to enhance member benefits of our hotel loyalty rewards program," said Lincoln Barrett, vice president, Guest Marketing and Alliances, IHG. "Leveraging conversations through our private online community, ultimately delivered a product that will get our members to their travel rewards even faster than ever before and we know they'll find significant value in that."
As part of the launch of the Priority Club Select Visa, Chase is offering 30,000 bonus points - enough for up to two free nights at many IHG hotels - after the first purchase is made using the card and no annual fee the first year, a $49 value.
Key features of the Priority Club Select Visa Card include:
Annual free night certificate: Each account anniversary, cardmembers automatically receive a free hotel night certificate good at more than 4,400 IHG hotels worldwide including InterContinental® Hotels & Resorts, Crowne Plaza® Hotels & Resorts, Hotel Indigo®, Holiday Inn® Hotels & Resorts, Holiday Inn Club Vacations®, Holiday Inn Express®, Staybridge Suites® and Candlewood Suites®. The certificate is good at all IHG brands and is valid for 12 months.
Get points back when you use them: Ongoing automatic 10 percent point rebate on all point redemptions exclusively for cardmembers. This allows cardmembers to earn additional points back when they redeem points for hotel Rewards Nights or non-hotel point redemptions, such as gift cards or merchandise.
Gold Elite Status for the life of the card: Access to late check-out at certain properties, Priority Check-In benefits, a 10 percent bonus on base points and an exclusive toll-free customer service number.
Earn more with everyday purchases: Two points are earned for every $1 spent on eligible gas, grocery and dining purchases. Five points are awarded for every $1 spent at any one of IHG's hotel properties, while one point is earned for every $1 spent on all other purchases.
Zero foreign transaction fees: No foreign transaction fees when making international purchases with this card.
Priority Club members of the online community provided insights on benefits and services that would deliver the most value in a travel credit card program, which resulted in a product that now offers such benefits as a best-in-class annual free hotel night certificate and a 10 percent rewards rebate feature. Earning and redeeming rewards is now easier and more flexible than ever.
"Our goal was to create a card that delivers the strongest possible value to Priority Club members," said Tony Glover, senior vice president, Chase Card Services. "Customers are our best resource, so we listened to them. Their candid feedback helped solidify and prioritize features and benefits. The end result is the new Priority Club Select Visa Card - by delivering exceptional value, our intent is for this new card to be first-in-wallet for our customers."
Friday, July 15, 2011
ua Houston to Aspen,Colorado Seasonal service
United Airlines offer non-stop flights from Houston’s George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Aspen, Colorado, beginning on January 4, 2011.Seasonal service will feature daily non-stops from January to April,The United service operated by SkyWest Airlines and will feature CRJ-700 aircraft.
The new service will connect Houston to one of the country’s premiere resort locations, with daily flights offering a 9:18 a.m. departure time from Terminal C.
The return flight from Colorado has a scheduled arrival time of 6:05 p.m.
Route planners for United Airlines seem to have placed significant focus on the Aspen market recently, as they’ve launched new service between the Colorado city and Chicago, Los Angeles, San Francisco, and now Houston.
For leaders with the Houston Airport System (HAS), the announcement represents the latest good news regarding the potential impact of a possible merger between United and Star Alliance partner Continental Airlines.
“We’ve recently seen an expansion in service from both United and Continental Airlines,” says Ian Wadsworth, chief commercial officer for HAS. “That’s one of the reasons why we remain optimistic about the proposed merger and the positive impacts it could have on the Houston market.”
The new service will connect Houston to one of the country’s premiere resort locations, with daily flights offering a 9:18 a.m. departure time from Terminal C.
The return flight from Colorado has a scheduled arrival time of 6:05 p.m.
Route planners for United Airlines seem to have placed significant focus on the Aspen market recently, as they’ve launched new service between the Colorado city and Chicago, Los Angeles, San Francisco, and now Houston.
For leaders with the Houston Airport System (HAS), the announcement represents the latest good news regarding the potential impact of a possible merger between United and Star Alliance partner Continental Airlines.
“We’ve recently seen an expansion in service from both United and Continental Airlines,” says Ian Wadsworth, chief commercial officer for HAS. “That’s one of the reasons why we remain optimistic about the proposed merger and the positive impacts it could have on the Houston market.”
George Bush Airport shuttle bus drop fares
Beginning January 23, 2011 George Bush Airport shuttle bus drops fares by 70 percent and have more options in drop-off or pick-up locations in downtown Houston when traveling to or from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH).This dramatic drop in fares – from $15 to $4.50 for a one-way trip – comes after careful cooperation with the Greater Houston Convention and Visitors Bureau (GHCVB).
For the Metropolitan Transit Authority the move also aims to increase ridership and reduce costs. The 52-passenger Airport Direct Shuttle currently averages only two riders per trip every 30 minutes between Metro’s passenger plaza at 815 Pierce in downtown Houston and Terminal C at IAH.
“It hemorrhages money,” confessed George Greanias, president and CEO of Metro, about the current shuttle service. “We think it’s a valuable service, (but) we need to reconfigure it in a way that’s more cost-effective.”
The new route will avoid the passenger plaza completely, transporting travelers instead to and from the George R. Brown Convention Center, as well as downtown hotels: the Hilton Americas, the Doubletree, the Hyatt Regency, the Marriott, the Four Seasons, and the Crowne Plaza, all in downtown Houston.
In fact, the passenger plaza will be completely shut down by Metro to further reduce costs. As a result of these changes, and despite the fares being dropped, Metro authorities project a savings of $350,000 overall during the first eight months of the rerouting.
For the Metropolitan Transit Authority the move also aims to increase ridership and reduce costs. The 52-passenger Airport Direct Shuttle currently averages only two riders per trip every 30 minutes between Metro’s passenger plaza at 815 Pierce in downtown Houston and Terminal C at IAH.
“It hemorrhages money,” confessed George Greanias, president and CEO of Metro, about the current shuttle service. “We think it’s a valuable service, (but) we need to reconfigure it in a way that’s more cost-effective.”
The new route will avoid the passenger plaza completely, transporting travelers instead to and from the George R. Brown Convention Center, as well as downtown hotels: the Hilton Americas, the Doubletree, the Hyatt Regency, the Marriott, the Four Seasons, and the Crowne Plaza, all in downtown Houston.
In fact, the passenger plaza will be completely shut down by Metro to further reduce costs. As a result of these changes, and despite the fares being dropped, Metro authorities project a savings of $350,000 overall during the first eight months of the rerouting.
new Website Fly2Houston.com launches
After many months of planning, the Houston Airport System launches a new and improved Fly2Houston Web site.
The new Web site features a variety of interactive tools, maps, and social media designed to enhance the customer experience at each of our three airports.
Some of the enhanced Web site features include:
Eat, shop and dine search functions to easily locate a place to relax in between flights
Interactive maps for terminals, gates and amenities
Social media links to Houston Airports' You Tube, Twitter and Facebook sites
Parking availability at our airport lots and garages
"Our new Web site will enhance the customer experience with this valuable communications tool as passenger arrive, connect and depart from our airports," says Roxanne Butler, director of public relations and communications. "We are thrilled to offer these new tools which are both creative and innovative."
The new Web site features a variety of interactive tools, maps, and social media designed to enhance the customer experience at each of our three airports.
Some of the enhanced Web site features include:
Eat, shop and dine search functions to easily locate a place to relax in between flights
Interactive maps for terminals, gates and amenities
Social media links to Houston Airports' You Tube, Twitter and Facebook sites
Parking availability at our airport lots and garages
"Our new Web site will enhance the customer experience with this valuable communications tool as passenger arrive, connect and depart from our airports," says Roxanne Butler, director of public relations and communications. "We are thrilled to offer these new tools which are both creative and innovative."
IAH rated best for on-time Performance
No other large airport in the United States consistently operated more timely flights than Houston’s George Bush Intercontinental Airport, according to the United States Department of Transportation, which each month compiles statistics for on-time performance at the nation’s airports.
During the month of October 2010 no other airport in the U.S. arrived and departed flights more on-time than IAH.
Of the nation’s 30 largest airports, Bush Intercontinental averaged on-time departures for 91.44 percent and on-time arrivals for 91.42 percent of their flights, in comparison to a national average departure on-time performance of 83.8 percent, respectively.
“At Bush Intercontiental, the majority of our travelers are connecting from one flight to another. We work diligently with our airline partners to ensure that from the airport's perspective all is ready to support outstanding on-time capabilities," says Mary Case, airport general manager for Bush Intercontinental. “This recognition from the U.S. Department of Transportation is really a testament to the hundreds of airport employees who make it their personal mission to operate at a high performance and to be at our best to serve the traveling public.”
In addition, the nation’s airlines have also significantly reduced the amount of time flights are delayed. Since the federal government enacted new regulations restricting the amount of time occupied aircraft can sit on the tarmac without letting their passengers off, there have been significantly less such incidences.
Between May and October 2010 the Bureau of Transportation Statistics reported only 12 tarmac delays of more than three hours by the 18 airlines that file such statistics – in comparison to 546 such delays during the same time period a year earlier.
In October 2010 alone, there were no flights reported with tarmac delays of more than three hours, down from a reported 11 flights in October 2009.
During the month of October 2010 no other airport in the U.S. arrived and departed flights more on-time than IAH.
Of the nation’s 30 largest airports, Bush Intercontinental averaged on-time departures for 91.44 percent and on-time arrivals for 91.42 percent of their flights, in comparison to a national average departure on-time performance of 83.8 percent, respectively.
“At Bush Intercontiental, the majority of our travelers are connecting from one flight to another. We work diligently with our airline partners to ensure that from the airport's perspective all is ready to support outstanding on-time capabilities," says Mary Case, airport general manager for Bush Intercontinental. “This recognition from the U.S. Department of Transportation is really a testament to the hundreds of airport employees who make it their personal mission to operate at a high performance and to be at our best to serve the traveling public.”
In addition, the nation’s airlines have also significantly reduced the amount of time flights are delayed. Since the federal government enacted new regulations restricting the amount of time occupied aircraft can sit on the tarmac without letting their passengers off, there have been significantly less such incidences.
Between May and October 2010 the Bureau of Transportation Statistics reported only 12 tarmac delays of more than three hours by the 18 airlines that file such statistics – in comparison to 546 such delays during the same time period a year earlier.
In October 2010 alone, there were no flights reported with tarmac delays of more than three hours, down from a reported 11 flights in October 2009.
Houston Hobby to Newark airport southwest airlines
Houston Hobby Airport’s primary air carrier, Southwest Airlines offer two additional daily nonstop flights between Houston and Newark Liberty International Airport – just 15 miles from Downtown Manhattan, bringing the total number of nonstop destinations accessible from Hobby Airport to 33.The new non-stop service will be operated on a Boeing 737
The new service to Newark, NJ begins on June 5, 2011.
"In 2010, Houston's airports gained many new markets and additional services, and we anticipate the growth trend will continue in 2011. We are pleased that our partner Southwest Airlines continues to expand travel opportunities at Houston's Hobby Airport,” says Genaro Peña, director of air service development for the Houston Airport System. “The new destinations recently announced by Southwest-- Newark, New Jersey as well as Charleston and Greenville/Spartanburg in South Carolina--make it possible for Houston's travelers to reach 33 destinations nonstop from Hobby Airport."
Perry J. Miller, the airport’s general manger, points out the Houston Airport System has invested some $250 million in overall capital improvements at Hobby Airport during the past year.
These improvements include an airport access control system, the rehabilitation of Runway 4-22 and Taxiway C, parking garage renovations, and the ongoing expansion and rehabilitation of the terminal area.
“As the demand for additional flights and frequencies increases, it is our role to make sure our facilities can effectively handle and satisfy the needs of our passengers,” adds Miller. “Travelers from Houston and beyond know at William P. Hobby Airport they can expect excellent customer service and accessible destinations throughout the United States. It’s the reason why Hobby is so popular.”
The airport is the 43rd busiest airport in the nation, serving an annual 8.5 million travelers.
The new service to Newark, NJ begins on June 5, 2011.
"In 2010, Houston's airports gained many new markets and additional services, and we anticipate the growth trend will continue in 2011. We are pleased that our partner Southwest Airlines continues to expand travel opportunities at Houston's Hobby Airport,” says Genaro Peña, director of air service development for the Houston Airport System. “The new destinations recently announced by Southwest-- Newark, New Jersey as well as Charleston and Greenville/Spartanburg in South Carolina--make it possible for Houston's travelers to reach 33 destinations nonstop from Hobby Airport."
Perry J. Miller, the airport’s general manger, points out the Houston Airport System has invested some $250 million in overall capital improvements at Hobby Airport during the past year.
These improvements include an airport access control system, the rehabilitation of Runway 4-22 and Taxiway C, parking garage renovations, and the ongoing expansion and rehabilitation of the terminal area.
“As the demand for additional flights and frequencies increases, it is our role to make sure our facilities can effectively handle and satisfy the needs of our passengers,” adds Miller. “Travelers from Houston and beyond know at William P. Hobby Airport they can expect excellent customer service and accessible destinations throughout the United States. It’s the reason why Hobby is so popular.”
The airport is the 43rd busiest airport in the nation, serving an annual 8.5 million travelers.
VivaAerobus fly Guadalajara Mexico City routes
March 22, 2010.- VivaAerobus, Mexico’s ultra low costs airline, announces two new routes: Monterrey – Mexico City and Guadalajara – Mexico City, which will begin operations as of April 26 and May 3 respectively.
Tickets are already on sale at a price of $749 pesos full price.
“We are pleased to announce the launch of these two routes. Mexico City is a part of the airline’s natural growth and of its Guadalajara and Monterrey hubs. Our passengers have demanded this destination and we finally arrive at Mexico City, where we see a great opportunity to establish competitive prices”, says Juan Carlos Zuazua, Commercial Director. the airline operates 30 national routes and 1 international.
It also serves over 75 destinations through its Viaja Fácil service, which connects the airline’s destinations to cities nearby by bus with a 75% discount.
VivaAerobus operates a 7 aircraft fleet of Boeing 737-300 with 148 seats.
“But we not only offer a low cost flight, we also offer the additional value of the “Viaja Fácil” service. Through Viaja Fácil, passengers in these flights will be able to connect with nearby cities by land. VivaAerobus offers passengers a 75% discount on the bus ride”, he adds.
Tickets are already on sale through VivaAerobus webpage (www.vivaaeorbus.com), Call Center and IAMSA points of sale.
Tickets are already on sale at a price of $749 pesos full price.
“We are pleased to announce the launch of these two routes. Mexico City is a part of the airline’s natural growth and of its Guadalajara and Monterrey hubs. Our passengers have demanded this destination and we finally arrive at Mexico City, where we see a great opportunity to establish competitive prices”, says Juan Carlos Zuazua, Commercial Director. the airline operates 30 national routes and 1 international.
It also serves over 75 destinations through its Viaja Fácil service, which connects the airline’s destinations to cities nearby by bus with a 75% discount.
VivaAerobus operates a 7 aircraft fleet of Boeing 737-300 with 148 seats.
“But we not only offer a low cost flight, we also offer the additional value of the “Viaja Fácil” service. Through Viaja Fácil, passengers in these flights will be able to connect with nearby cities by land. VivaAerobus offers passengers a 75% discount on the bus ride”, he adds.
Tickets are already on sale through VivaAerobus webpage (www.vivaaeorbus.com), Call Center and IAMSA points of sale.
VivaAerobus Houston to Monterrey Mexico flights
Mexico low fare airlines VivaAerobus now operates non-stop flights to Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) from Monterrey, Mexico.
Flight Schedule
Thursdays
Departs Monterrey 7:00 a.m. - Arrives Houston 8:30 a.m.
Departs Houston 9:15 a.m. - Arrives Monterrey 10:50 a.m.
Sundays
Departs Monterrey 4:35 p.m. - Arrives Houston 6:05 p.m.
Departs Houston 6:50 p.m. - Arrives Monterrey 8:25 p.m.
The inaugural celebration of the flight on July 8, began with a water arch salute as the arriving flight pulled up to Terminal D. While customers waited to depart from Houston to Monterrey,"Houston and Monterrey share a very special bond," says Ian Wadsworth, chief commercial officer for the Houston Airport System. "The two cities are close to one another geographically but more importantly, they both serve as strong economic engines for their particular regions. That's why we're so thrilled to see an expansion of the air service between the two cities.
“VivaAerobus is delighted to join these two important cities and to finally bring really low fares, competition and choice to consumers,” said Juan Carlos Zuazua, commercial director for VivaAerobus. “We know we are generating an important benefit mainly to passengers that wish to travel at a low cost. Flying to and from these destinations used to be extremely expensive, but today, thanks to VivaAerobus, expensive fares are over.”
Monterrey is the third most populous city in Mexico, with a population of more than 3.5 million people. Like Houston, Monterrey serves a vital role as an industrial and business center for its nation’s economy, especially in the areas of steel and cement manufacturing. Over the past 10 years, the Monterrey metropolitan area has experienced amazing growth, working its way from a population of 2.5 million to almost 4 million.
Flight Schedule
Thursdays
Departs Monterrey 7:00 a.m. - Arrives Houston 8:30 a.m.
Departs Houston 9:15 a.m. - Arrives Monterrey 10:50 a.m.
Sundays
Departs Monterrey 4:35 p.m. - Arrives Houston 6:05 p.m.
Departs Houston 6:50 p.m. - Arrives Monterrey 8:25 p.m.
The inaugural celebration of the flight on July 8, began with a water arch salute as the arriving flight pulled up to Terminal D. While customers waited to depart from Houston to Monterrey,"Houston and Monterrey share a very special bond," says Ian Wadsworth, chief commercial officer for the Houston Airport System. "The two cities are close to one another geographically but more importantly, they both serve as strong economic engines for their particular regions. That's why we're so thrilled to see an expansion of the air service between the two cities.
“VivaAerobus is delighted to join these two important cities and to finally bring really low fares, competition and choice to consumers,” said Juan Carlos Zuazua, commercial director for VivaAerobus. “We know we are generating an important benefit mainly to passengers that wish to travel at a low cost. Flying to and from these destinations used to be extremely expensive, but today, thanks to VivaAerobus, expensive fares are over.”
Monterrey is the third most populous city in Mexico, with a population of more than 3.5 million people. Like Houston, Monterrey serves a vital role as an industrial and business center for its nation’s economy, especially in the areas of steel and cement manufacturing. Over the past 10 years, the Monterrey metropolitan area has experienced amazing growth, working its way from a population of 2.5 million to almost 4 million.
Frontier moves from Houston Bush to hobby Airport
The Houston Airport System announces Frontier Airlines move to Houston Hobby Airport (HOU) after serving customers for nine years from Terminal A at Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH). Customers booked on Frontier flights to Bush Intercontinental on or after November 18, will automatically be rebooked on flights to Hobby Airport.
Hobby is roughly seven miles from Houston, as compared to Bush, which is 20 miles away, making it easier for passengers to get to and from downtown Houston and the airport. Hobby just underwent a $250 million facelift at their terminal.
Frontier Airlines is growing travel opportunities for Houston travelers with a broader range of destinations from Hobby, including three daily, non-stop flights between Houston and Denver (DIA).
"Hobby Airport offers great benefits to Frontier's guests," said Daniel Shurz, Frontier’s vice president of strategy and planning. "In addition to its easy-to-use refurbished terminal, Hobby offers convenient access to downtown Houston as well as to great tourist attractions such as NASA and Galveston."
Hobby Airport serves 8 million passengers annually. The domestic airport has a strong performance record in customer satisfaction surveys and was named as America's Best Airport on a Travel + Leisure online survey by the magazine's readers.
Hobby is roughly seven miles from Houston, as compared to Bush, which is 20 miles away, making it easier for passengers to get to and from downtown Houston and the airport. Hobby just underwent a $250 million facelift at their terminal.
Frontier Airlines is growing travel opportunities for Houston travelers with a broader range of destinations from Hobby, including three daily, non-stop flights between Houston and Denver (DIA).
"Hobby Airport offers great benefits to Frontier's guests," said Daniel Shurz, Frontier’s vice president of strategy and planning. "In addition to its easy-to-use refurbished terminal, Hobby offers convenient access to downtown Houston as well as to great tourist attractions such as NASA and Galveston."
Hobby Airport serves 8 million passengers annually. The domestic airport has a strong performance record in customer satisfaction surveys and was named as America's Best Airport on a Travel + Leisure online survey by the magazine's readers.
flights Orlando to Port-of-Spain, Trinidad
State carrier Caribbean Airlines has officially launched its service from Port of Spain to Orlando, Florida.
“The arrival of Caribbean Airlines and its connections to tropical getaways is great news. It furthers our plans as an airport and as a community to cultivate and connect to markets that have historically been under served. This is good business for Orlando International and the 35 million people we serve and is good business for all of Central Florida”, says Cesar E. Calvet, Chairman of the Greater Orlando Aviation Authority.
The new service starts an initial schedule of two flights per week from Orlando International to Port-of-Spain, Trinidad featuring Boeing 737-800 aircraft.
Many of the passengers were parents with plans to take their children to experience Disney World Orlando as a reward for success in the SEA examination.
CAL acting chief executive Robert Corbie told the Express at Piarco minutes before the inaugural flight that the direct route to Orlando made it easier for vacationing parents and children.
The flight from Piarco International Airport at 10 a.m. on Tuesday was 97 per cent filled, he said.
“The arrival of Caribbean Airlines and its connections to tropical getaways is great news. It furthers our plans as an airport and as a community to cultivate and connect to markets that have historically been under served. This is good business for Orlando International and the 35 million people we serve and is good business for all of Central Florida”, says Cesar E. Calvet, Chairman of the Greater Orlando Aviation Authority.
The new service starts an initial schedule of two flights per week from Orlando International to Port-of-Spain, Trinidad featuring Boeing 737-800 aircraft.
Many of the passengers were parents with plans to take their children to experience Disney World Orlando as a reward for success in the SEA examination.
CAL acting chief executive Robert Corbie told the Express at Piarco minutes before the inaugural flight that the direct route to Orlando made it easier for vacationing parents and children.
The flight from Piarco International Airport at 10 a.m. on Tuesday was 97 per cent filled, he said.
southwest airlines gsp to orlando cheap fares
Direct flights from GSP to popular destinations. From the Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport, Southwest Airlines will offer two daily nonstop flights to Chicago Midway, two to Baltimore/Washington, and one each to Nashville, Houston Hobby and Orlando.Southwest Airlines will operate from gates A3 and A4 in Greenville-Spartanburg's main terminal.
GSP to Nashville - $59
GSP to Baltimore/Washington - $79
GSP to Chicago Midway - $99
GSP to mco Orlando - $79
GSP to Houston - $99
Southwest Airlines is delighted to bring our special brand of low-fare, high-quality Customer Service to travelers in Greenville-Spartanburg and Charleston," said Dave Ridley, Southwest Airlines Senior Vice President of Marketing and Revenue Management. "For nearly 40 years, we have been liberating Customers across the country from the tyranny of high fares and poor service. We can't wait to continue this mission by introducing our wonderful People, low fares, and Boeing 737 jet service to the Palmetto State."
"The arrival of Southwest Airlines will absolutely be a game changer for the entire Upstate," said Dave Edwards, GSP Executive Director. "Not only will passengers benefit from low fares and additional destinations, but we've already heard from those working in the area of economic development that they are getting calls from business and industry groups from around country that never would have considered the Upstate without Southwest Airlines."
GSP to Nashville - $59
GSP to Baltimore/Washington - $79
GSP to Chicago Midway - $99
GSP to mco Orlando - $79
GSP to Houston - $99
Southwest Airlines is delighted to bring our special brand of low-fare, high-quality Customer Service to travelers in Greenville-Spartanburg and Charleston," said Dave Ridley, Southwest Airlines Senior Vice President of Marketing and Revenue Management. "For nearly 40 years, we have been liberating Customers across the country from the tyranny of high fares and poor service. We can't wait to continue this mission by introducing our wonderful People, low fares, and Boeing 737 jet service to the Palmetto State."
"The arrival of Southwest Airlines will absolutely be a game changer for the entire Upstate," said Dave Edwards, GSP Executive Director. "Not only will passengers benefit from low fares and additional destinations, but we've already heard from those working in the area of economic development that they are getting calls from business and industry groups from around country that never would have considered the Upstate without Southwest Airlines."
singapore airlines LAX SIN NRT SQ11
The Singapore Airlines Airbus A380 is now serving LAX. The A380 airplane has proven exceptionally popular with customers, with strong loads on all routes it serves. System-wide, more than 5 million customers have flown on Singapore Airlines' A380s since the inaugural flight of the superjumbo in October 2007.
The Singapore Airlines A380 will operate daily flights between Singapore and Los Angeles (via Tokyo Narita). The schedule is as follows:
Flight number SQ12
Departs SIN 9:25 am
Arrives NRT 5:30 pm
Departs Tokyo Narita 7:15 pm
Arrives LAX 1:30 pm
Flight number SQ11
Departs Los Angeles Arrives Singapore
3:45 pm 7:15 pm 8:50 pm 3:10 am
"The introduction of the A380 to Los Angeles is another wonderful milestone in our history. We have had the privilege of serving customers on this route since 1980, and we are proud to be able to introduce our flagship aircraft to North America. We are confident that our customers will appreciate the industry-leading cabin products available on the A380," said Mr. Mak Swee Wah, Singapore Airlines' Executive Vice President Commercial.
The Singapore Airlines A380 features the new Singapore Airlines Suites, where each Suite is the customer's very own private cabin in the sky, replete with a luxurious and fully adjustable leather seat upholstered by world-renowned Poltrona Frau, as well as a full-sized bed and a sleek 23-inch high-resolution LCD monitor.
It is also configured with the new award-winning full-flat Business Class seat, the widest in its class at 34 inches, in a spacious 1-2-1 configuration. The new Economy Class seat also delivers more comfort and legroom thanks to the use of innovative design features.
Customers can unwind in the comfort of their seats, enjoying the epicurean delights specially created by the world-renowned chefs on our International Culinary Panel, while taking in the more than 1,000 entertainment choices available on the new KrisWorld, Singapore Airlines' state-of-the-art inflight entertainment system.
The Singapore Airlines A380 will operate daily flights between Singapore and Los Angeles (via Tokyo Narita). The schedule is as follows:
Flight number SQ12
Departs SIN 9:25 am
Arrives NRT 5:30 pm
Departs Tokyo Narita 7:15 pm
Arrives LAX 1:30 pm
Flight number SQ11
Departs Los Angeles Arrives Singapore
3:45 pm 7:15 pm 8:50 pm 3:10 am
"The introduction of the A380 to Los Angeles is another wonderful milestone in our history. We have had the privilege of serving customers on this route since 1980, and we are proud to be able to introduce our flagship aircraft to North America. We are confident that our customers will appreciate the industry-leading cabin products available on the A380," said Mr. Mak Swee Wah, Singapore Airlines' Executive Vice President Commercial.
The Singapore Airlines A380 features the new Singapore Airlines Suites, where each Suite is the customer's very own private cabin in the sky, replete with a luxurious and fully adjustable leather seat upholstered by world-renowned Poltrona Frau, as well as a full-sized bed and a sleek 23-inch high-resolution LCD monitor.
It is also configured with the new award-winning full-flat Business Class seat, the widest in its class at 34 inches, in a spacious 1-2-1 configuration. The new Economy Class seat also delivers more comfort and legroom thanks to the use of innovative design features.
Customers can unwind in the comfort of their seats, enjoying the epicurean delights specially created by the world-renowned chefs on our International Culinary Panel, while taking in the more than 1,000 entertainment choices available on the new KrisWorld, Singapore Airlines' state-of-the-art inflight entertainment system.
turkish airlines premium economy service
Comfort class is Turkish Airlines’ new premium economy cabin class that is configured between business and economy cabin classes. Comfort is the new cabin class addition to first, business and economy classes so far.appeals to passengers who currently fly economy class but who would appreciate more spacious legroom, better onboard meal service and in-flight entertainment options without the cost of a business class seat. In summary, comfort class appeals to economy class passengers who desire an even higher level of comfort.
Turkish Airlines offers comfort class service on its newly arriving fleet of Boeing 777 aircraft. The number of 777s will increase to 12 aircraft within the fleet. As of today, 9 of these aircraft are in service and more 777 deliveries on the way, the full fleet of 12 is expected to be in service by September 2011
The average comfort class ticket price on a route is midway between the average economy class fare and the average business class fare.
These 777 aircraft have 28 business, 63 comfort and 246 economy class seats which totals a seating capacity of 337.Some comfort class technical features are listed below:
Seat pitch: 46 inch (116 cm)
Seat width: 19.5 inch (49 cm)
Maximum seat recline: 8.5 inch (21 cm) / 111,3 degrees
Seat Configuration: 2-3-2
10.6 inch screen monitor emerges from inside the armrest.
Personal in-flight monitors provide access to a wide variety of music, films, documentaries and games.
USB and i-pod connection is available.
Leg rest
Coming soon: internet, GSM and television broadcast.
Additionally, amenity kits which are offered on our mid-range business class service are also offered in our comfort class service.
The passengers flying with comfort class are not able to use the CIP lounges, if they are not holding elite or elite plus membership cards.
777s with the comfort class will start operating on the routes including Beijing, Sao Paulo and Toronto until the end of 2010. Besides, by the first half of 2011, in turn, Guangzhou, Shanghai, Los Angeles, Tokyo and by the second half of 2011, the flights will be operating on the routes to New York and Hong Kong regularly.
Turkish Airlines has been chosen as the winner of the 3 categories by Skytrax which is a world recognized brand associated with air travel excellence in the 21st century, providing unique expertise to the world airline and airport industry through the most professional Audit and Service Benchmarking programs of Product and Service Quality.
Turkish Airlines wins “Best Airline Europe”, “Best Premium Economy Seats” for its Comfort Class seats and “Best Airline Southern Europe” at the World Airline Awards.
Turkish Airlines offers comfort class service on its newly arriving fleet of Boeing 777 aircraft. The number of 777s will increase to 12 aircraft within the fleet. As of today, 9 of these aircraft are in service and more 777 deliveries on the way, the full fleet of 12 is expected to be in service by September 2011
The average comfort class ticket price on a route is midway between the average economy class fare and the average business class fare.
These 777 aircraft have 28 business, 63 comfort and 246 economy class seats which totals a seating capacity of 337.Some comfort class technical features are listed below:
Seat pitch: 46 inch (116 cm)
Seat width: 19.5 inch (49 cm)
Maximum seat recline: 8.5 inch (21 cm) / 111,3 degrees
Seat Configuration: 2-3-2
10.6 inch screen monitor emerges from inside the armrest.
Personal in-flight monitors provide access to a wide variety of music, films, documentaries and games.
USB and i-pod connection is available.
Leg rest
Coming soon: internet, GSM and television broadcast.
Additionally, amenity kits which are offered on our mid-range business class service are also offered in our comfort class service.
The passengers flying with comfort class are not able to use the CIP lounges, if they are not holding elite or elite plus membership cards.
777s with the comfort class will start operating on the routes including Beijing, Sao Paulo and Toronto until the end of 2010. Besides, by the first half of 2011, in turn, Guangzhou, Shanghai, Los Angeles, Tokyo and by the second half of 2011, the flights will be operating on the routes to New York and Hong Kong regularly.
Turkish Airlines has been chosen as the winner of the 3 categories by Skytrax which is a world recognized brand associated with air travel excellence in the 21st century, providing unique expertise to the world airline and airport industry through the most professional Audit and Service Benchmarking programs of Product and Service Quality.
Turkish Airlines wins “Best Airline Europe”, “Best Premium Economy Seats” for its Comfort Class seats and “Best Airline Southern Europe” at the World Airline Awards.
jackson ms to houston tx flights on united
united Continental airlines provides six flights a day between Jackson Municipal Airport and Houston texas and daily nonstop service between Jackson, Mississippi and its New York hub at Newark Liberty International Airport.
The flight schedule is timed to provide Jackson travelers the opportunity to conduct a full day of business in the Houston. The schedule also offers numerous connection opportunities to dozens of cities throughout the U.S., Canada, Europe and Asia via Continental's New York hub at Newark Liberty, with more than 400 daily flights to 158 cities worldwide.
Continental's regional partner, ExpressJet, will operate the daily roundtrip flight as Continental Express, utilizing Embraer ERJ-145 regional jet with 50-seats. These jets come with individual reading lamps, individual air conditioning outlets, full-size lavatory, storage for carry-on luggage and a wardrobe closet. Continental Express passengers receive efficient service and comfortable leather seating, along with advance seat assignments and OnePass frequent flyer miles that can be redeemed on Continental and partner airlines.
"I've been pleased to work with Continental Airlines to secure what will be the first nonstop commercial flight between Mississippi and the New York Metropolitan Area," Senator Trent Lott said. "This will give Mississippians a direct link to our nation's business center and one of America's top tourist destinations. It'll also enable visitors and investors to better access Mississippi and see firsthand the many opportunities for growth our state now provides."
The flight schedule is timed to provide Jackson travelers the opportunity to conduct a full day of business in the Houston. The schedule also offers numerous connection opportunities to dozens of cities throughout the U.S., Canada, Europe and Asia via Continental's New York hub at Newark Liberty, with more than 400 daily flights to 158 cities worldwide.
Continental's regional partner, ExpressJet, will operate the daily roundtrip flight as Continental Express, utilizing Embraer ERJ-145 regional jet with 50-seats. These jets come with individual reading lamps, individual air conditioning outlets, full-size lavatory, storage for carry-on luggage and a wardrobe closet. Continental Express passengers receive efficient service and comfortable leather seating, along with advance seat assignments and OnePass frequent flyer miles that can be redeemed on Continental and partner airlines.
"I've been pleased to work with Continental Airlines to secure what will be the first nonstop commercial flight between Mississippi and the New York Metropolitan Area," Senator Trent Lott said. "This will give Mississippians a direct link to our nation's business center and one of America's top tourist destinations. It'll also enable visitors and investors to better access Mississippi and see firsthand the many opportunities for growth our state now provides."
singapore airline change dubai flight frequency
Singapore Airlines is implementing schedule changes in the Northern Winter period (31 October 2010 – 26 March 2011), which will result in higher frequency on selected routes. The adjustments are in response to further growth in demand for travel.
The current one-stop flights SQ490/491 currently operates the Singapore – Dubai – Istanbul route. will meanwhile be replaced by a non-stop Singapore-Istanbul service. SQ490/SQ491 will operate up to four times per week. A separate Singapore-Dubai service, SQ494/SQ495, will also be introduced at three times per week. As a result Dubai will be served 11 times per week.
Capacity to and from Russia and the United States will increase, with flights on the Singapore-Los Angeles and Singapore-Moscow-Houston sectors operating daily. SQ38/SQ37, the All-Business Class flight plying the Singapore-Los Angeles route, and SQ62/61, the service to Moscow and Houston, currently operate five times per week.
Also going daily as previously announced will be flights SQ328/327, Singapore-Munich-Manchester, up from five times a week.
SQ608/609 operating on the Singapore-Seoul route will be operated seven times per week, up from four. This will boost total frequency to and from the South Korean capital to 21 times a week, up from 18 times.
Additional services will also be operated to destinations in Japan. SQ616/615 will operate three times a week between Singapore and Osaka, in addition to the current daily flights between both cities. As previously announced, Tokyo Haneda will join the Singapore Airlines network from 31 October 2010 with twice-daily flights.
The Airline is increasing capacity to Australia with a second daily Airbus A380 service on the Singapore-Sydney route. The second 471-seat A380 service, SQ231/222, will replace the 278-seat Boeing 777-300ER aircraft which currently operates the flight. Total Singapore-Sydney frequency will be unchanged at four flights per day.
The current one-stop flights SQ490/491 currently operates the Singapore – Dubai – Istanbul route. will meanwhile be replaced by a non-stop Singapore-Istanbul service. SQ490/SQ491 will operate up to four times per week. A separate Singapore-Dubai service, SQ494/SQ495, will also be introduced at three times per week. As a result Dubai will be served 11 times per week.
Capacity to and from Russia and the United States will increase, with flights on the Singapore-Los Angeles and Singapore-Moscow-Houston sectors operating daily. SQ38/SQ37, the All-Business Class flight plying the Singapore-Los Angeles route, and SQ62/61, the service to Moscow and Houston, currently operate five times per week.
Also going daily as previously announced will be flights SQ328/327, Singapore-Munich-Manchester, up from five times a week.
SQ608/609 operating on the Singapore-Seoul route will be operated seven times per week, up from four. This will boost total frequency to and from the South Korean capital to 21 times a week, up from 18 times.
Additional services will also be operated to destinations in Japan. SQ616/615 will operate three times a week between Singapore and Osaka, in addition to the current daily flights between both cities. As previously announced, Tokyo Haneda will join the Singapore Airlines network from 31 October 2010 with twice-daily flights.
The Airline is increasing capacity to Australia with a second daily Airbus A380 service on the Singapore-Sydney route. The second 471-seat A380 service, SQ231/222, will replace the 278-seat Boeing 777-300ER aircraft which currently operates the flight. Total Singapore-Sydney frequency will be unchanged at four flights per day.
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