Travelers will soon face restrictions on how many portable chargers they can carry on a Southwest flight as the airline aims to reduce risks of onboard fires.
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Travelers will soon face restrictions on how many portable chargers they can carry on a Southwest flight as the airline aims to reduce risks of onboard fires.
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Weekly Travel Update
The latest in travel news and information, curated by Corporate Travel Management (CTM). |
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April 8, 12:25 PM
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Delta Air Lines just became the latest U.S. carrier to raise its checked bag fees as the airline industry battles spiking fuel costs.
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April 8, 12:24 PM
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United Airlines is extending the logic of its basic economy offering into the front of the aircraft, a bold and industry-leading move. This is a new fare structure for Polaris business class and Premium Plus premium economy, as passengers will now be able to choose between Base, Standard, and Flexible tickets.
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April 8, 12:22 PM
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United Airlines has rolled out a new pilot program at Newark Liberty International Airport and six other United hubs around the country.
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April 8, 12:22 PM
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United Airlines is preparing to open its biggest United Club lounge in Houston, and an even bigger one may be coming to the Washington, D.C., area.
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April 8, 12:21 PM
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Avianca opened its Diamond International VIP lounge at Bogotá El Dorado Airport, targeting 150,000 Lifemiles members in 2026.
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April 8, 12:11 PM
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flynas, the leading low-cost airline in the world and the best LCC in the Middle East, announced the launch of direct flights between Riyadh and Qaisumah, further expanding flynas’ domestic network, in line with the company's expansion plan and the national objectives in the aviation sector.
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April 8, 12:09 PM
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Malaysia Airlines resumes Fukuoka services and launches new routes to Shenzhen and Changsha from 2026.
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April 8, 11:56 AM
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Travelers will soon face restrictions on how many portable chargers they can carry on a Southwest flight as the airline aims to reduce risks of onboard fires.
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April 8, 11:56 AM
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Passengers on Wide-Body Aircraft with Afternoon and Nighttime Departures will be Sent to Terminal 2 HONOLULU – The Hawai‘i Department of Transportation advises travelers of daily construction to repave Taxiway G between Gate B-5 and Gate A-16 at the Daniel K. Inouye International Airport. Closures for the paving will begin at 10:00 p.m. Monday, April 6 and end at 5:00 a.m. the following day. Daily closures will continue from 4:00 p.m. to 2:00 a.m. starting Tuesday, April 7, with the final closure scheduled to be completed by 4:30 a.m. Thursday, April 16.
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April 8, 11:53 AM
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The $1.2 billion “Elevate BUR” project will feature a new 14-gate terminal slated to open in October 2026.
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April 8, 11:52 AM
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UDOT will close ramps at the I‑80/I‑215 interchange beginning April 6; expect 20–40 day closures and early‑May airport ramps closed for about a month.
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April 8, 11:49 AM
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Nine signings add nearly 1,000 rooms to Marriott's Greece portfolio, marking the debut of Residence Inn and Le Méridien brands in the country.
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April 8, 11:48 AM
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Marriott opened the 256-room Sugata Hotel Osaka Shinsaibashi, so travelers can use their points to see the city in a new way.
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April 1, 1:05 PM
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New spring dishes bring bright, citrus-forward flavors to Flagship ® and Admirals Club ® lounges, and these highlights represent just a sample of offerings, with additional dishes available across the lounge network.
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April 1, 1:04 PM
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Building on a nearly 40-year relationship, American Airlines will expand its partnership with Citi, the exclusive issuer of the AAdvantage® co-branded card portfolio in the U.S., across American’s nationwide Admirals Club® network beginning in April.
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April 1, 1:03 PM
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Delta will introduce Amazon Leo on hundreds of Delta aircraft, starting with an initial installation on 500 aircraft beginning 2028, and work with Amazon to expand its popular Delta Sync Wi-Fi and seatback experiences—delighting customers with even more personalized connections on board.
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April 1, 1:03 PM
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With all-new menus, bedding and amenity kits, this marks the start of Alaska Airlines' new era and another step in its international expansion.
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April 1, 1:02 PM
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Air Astana has switched to its summer schedule, which will be in effect from March 29 to October 24. During this period, flight frequencies on existing routes will be increased, seasonal flights will resume, and new routes will be launched.
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April 1, 2:54 PM
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The FAA imposed new landing restrictions at San Francisco International Airport, reducing arrival capacity by one third.
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April 1, 1:02 PM
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JetBlue became the first major U.S. airline to hike checked bag fees as the industry contends with higher jet fuel costs.
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April 1, 1:01 PM
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TAP will relocate its JFK operations to the new Terminal 6 in late 2026, joining JetBlue and additional Star Alliance carriers.
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April 1, 1:01 PM
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The famed Mondrian Los Angeles is now part of Hilton Honors as The Valorian Los Angeles.
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April 1, 1:00 PM
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Italian luxury brand Lefay is joining Marriott Bonvoy as its 39th brand and first luxury wellness brand.
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April 1, 12:59 PM
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Spanish hotel giant will operate five properties through partnership with MHG, starting with 307-room Mahdia resort opening this year.
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March 25, 1:16 PM
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United Airlines is introducing rows of economy seats that turn into "couches" (dubbed "Relax Row") that will be available in 2027.
