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Hello from Tampa! I was in Columbus and Atlanta this week for work. I’m happy to be back in the sunshine for the weekend. In travel news this week, the FAA reductions grabbed most headlines, but Hilton is rumored to be releasing a new top-tier status, several lounges opened, and new routes were added by several airlines.
Airlines
Southwest added another partner, SAS updated its schedule, flight cancellations began, and more this week in airline news.
- Promo: Book Delta Main to Europe and Receive $100 eCredit
- SAS Unveils Winter Expansion and Strengthens Copenhagen as Its Global Hub
- JetBlue Prepares for the Holidays with Updated Menus, Entertainment, and Collectible Charms
- Delta Air Lines Unveils Bold New Uniform Collection Known as “Distinctly Delta”
- Breeze Airways Expands to Twin Falls with New Nonstop Routes Starting March 2026
- Wow: UPS Cargo Jet Crashes After Takeoff from Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport
- Southwest Airlines Adds Philippine Airlines as Its Fourth Partner
- JetBlue Launches Limited-Time “Go-Season” Sale with 20% Off Flights
- United Airlines and Lyft Team Up to Earn MileagePlus® Miles on Every Ride
- Spirit Airlines to Exit Five Cities in January as Restructuring Deepens
- United Airlines Adjusts Schedules Amid Government Shutdown Following FAA Directive
- FAA Warns of Widespread Flight Cancellations Amid Shutdown: 40 Major Airports Impacted
- British Airways to Roll Out Free Starlink Wi-Fi Across Fleet in 2026
- Spirit Airlines First-Ever Nonstop Flight Between Fort Lauderdale and Key West Landed Today
- JetBlue Expands to Florida’s Emerald Coast With New Flights to Destin-Fort Walton Beach
- Great Transparency: United Airlines Posts List of All Cancelled Flights Due to Government Shutdown
- Spirit Airlines Reaches Tentative Labor Agreements With Pilots and Flight Attendants
Hotels
A grandfather sadly died in a shower at the Fairfield at San Jose Airport, Hilton has a rumored new status level, Choice Privileges revamped its program, and more this week in hotel news.
- California Grandfather “Boiled Alive” in Shower at Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites San Jose Airport
- Choice Privileges Unveils Refreshed Loyalty Program and New Top-Level Titanium Status
- The First Two Outset Collection by Hilton Properties Are Now Accepting Reservations
- Rumor: Hilton Honors is Planning a New Top-Level Elite Status Level
- Nice: Hilton Offers Fee Waiver for Those With Cancelled Flights
Lounges
I reviewed two lounges in Charlotte, Qantas announced upgrades to its lounges, and more this week in lounge news.
- American Express Launches 1850 by American Express® Pop-Up Lounge at ARIA Resort & Casino
- Lounge Review: Provisions by Admirals Club℠ (CLT – Gate A1)
- Air Canada Opens New Grab-and-Go Lounge at Vancouver International Airport
- Qantas Unveils Lounge Upgrades in Auckland, Sydney, and Los Angeles
- Lounge Review: The Centurion® Lounge by American Express (CLT)
- Man Catches Fire After Power Bank Ignites in Qantas Lounge at Melbourne Airport
Travel News & Destinations
I expound upon my love for Tampa International Airport this week.
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.
(Image Credit: cherdchai chawienghong, Southwest Airlines, and Hilton.)
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