Air Lines cites overcrowding as reason, changes draw ire from influencers and passengers Delta Air Lines passengers who have long enjoyed access to free meals, alcohol and a quiet place to relax before their flight are in for some major cutbacks in coming years. The Atlanta-based airline said it plans to cap the number of entries to its Sky Clubs starting Feb. 1, 2025 for holders of the American Express Platinum Card as well as the Delta Reserve American Express Card. Those holding the Platinum Card will be allowed six visits per year, while the Delta Reserve Card holders will get 10 annual visits. Delta Air Lines has recently introduced substantial revisions to its SkyMiles loyalty program as well. Under the new policy, elite status will be based on the amount of money spent rather...
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Offers greater flexibility on how guests earn and spend rewards – at home or away – with the redesign of GHA DISCOVERY Outrigger Hotels and Resorts, and Global Hotel Alliance’s (GHA) network of 35 distinct brands, have announced the launch of a redesigned GHA DISCOVERY programme, with rewards and benefits newly created to increase traveller satisfaction. The changes include the introduction of a new digital rewards currency for use in future stays, tier progression which is easier to achieve, and a “Live Local” initiative which facilitates short bursts of enjoyment without a hotel stay in the member’s hometown. These can be experiences such as access to gym or pool, beach services, or special deals on dining and wellness. Outrigger Hotels and Resorts joined GHA in 2016. Today...
Read MorePrice-conscious travelers may be lured by the reboot of loyalty programs across the tourism sector. Various travel companies are now repositioning loyalty programs as value-orientated, rather than solely price focused in post-pandemic travel as they seek to tap into individuals’ desires for budget experiences, says GlobalData, a leading data and analytics company. GlobalData’s survey found that the main obstacles facing travel’s recovery are quarantine requirements (57%), travel restrictions (55%) and fear of contracting COVID-19 (51%). The fourth barrier was financial concerns (29%) and GlobalData’s Q1 2021 consumer survey found that 32% of global respondents were ‘extremely’ concerned about their personal financial situation. This suggests that economic constraints are going to be a ...
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