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Greetings from Tampa! I spent this past week in Toronto and Cincinnati. It’s good to be back in Florida for the weekend as the time before we relocate back to Chicago for the summer/fall is coming soon. In travel news this week, I got to fly seated next to Kevin Bacon, some new routes were added, there was a limited window to get free elite status with SLH, and more.
Airlines
STARLUX, Alaska, and ANA unveiled new liveries, JetBlue and Air Transat announced new routes, a Spirit aircraft was dismantled on video, and more this week in airline news.
- Sad: Video Shows Spirit Airlines Airbus A320neo Being Scrapped in Phoenix
- Katy Perry Praises Air Canada Crew After In-Flight Emergency on Flight to Los Angeles
- Transatlantic Turbulence: Will Norse Atlantic Be the Next Low-Cost Carrier to Fold?
- Aer Lingus Flights Between Pittsburgh and Dublin Take Off Today
- Bad Manners: Deplaning Passenger Demands to Pass Others and Threatens Assault
- United Newark to Athens Flight Cancelled After Reported Six-Hour Tarmac Delay
- US Airlines Continue to Push Off Timeline for Return to Tel Aviv
- Six Degrees From Seat 1C: I Ended Up Flying With a Hollywood Legend
- FAA Proposes Rare $165,000 Fine Against Alaska Airlines Over Intoxicated Passengers
- ANA Introduces New Liveries to Celebrate Pokémon’s 30th Anniversary
- JetBlue Plans First-Ever Flights to Venezuela With New Fort Lauderdale to Caracas Route
- Hawaiian Airlines Launches Chef-Curated Main Cabin Dining Inspired by Hawaiian Flavors
- Leaked Memo Highlights Delta’s JFK to LAX Customer Satisfaction Challenges
- STARLUX Airlines Brings Back Snoopy-Themed Flights With New Seasonal Designs
- United Flight Diverts After Passenger Allegedly Attempts to Breach Cockpit
- Air Transat Expands Türkiye Options With New Montreal to Istanbul Route
- Alaska Launched the Longest Nonstop Route on a Boeing 737-8 MAX This Week
Hotels
I reviewed a hotel in St. Augustine, Hyatt threw some members a booking perk, Caesars is going to be sold, and more this week in hotel news.
- Hotel Review: Casa Monica Resort & Spa, Autograph Collection
- Hyatt Expands Award Booking Window to 13 Months for Elite Members and Cardholders
- Caesars Entertainment to Be Acquired by Fertitta in $17.6 Billion Deal
- Sweet: Small Luxury Hotels Offering Free Top-Tier Elite Status Through January 2027
Lounges
I review one of Air Canada’s lounges in Toronto and a fun gaming lounge opened in. Minneapolis this week in lounge news.
- Lounge Review: Air Canada Maple Leaf Lounge Express (YYZ – Terminal 1, Gates F84-F99)
- New Portal Lounge in Minneapolis Combines Gaming, Cocktails, and a Robot Bartender
Travel News & Destinations
The Trump administration might stop international flights at many huge airports and Senator Elizabeth Warren is taking on Bilt this week in travel news.
- What Happens if the Trump Administration Shuts Down Customs at “Sanctuary City” Airports?
- Senator Elizabeth Warren Demands Answers From Bilt Over Housing Payment Issues
Anthony’s Take: I hope that you enjoyed reading all the news, reviews, and travel-related items that caught my eye this week. Thanks for your continued support of The Bulkhead Seat.
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