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Articles tagged “american”

Coronavirus

American Airlines’ Big Decision and 11 Other Coronavirus Travel Stories This Week

In our coronavirus coverage this week, American Airlines slashes international routes for the summer, indicating it doesn't think demand will come back any time in the short-run. Plus, Airbnb CEO apologizes to hosts in the form of a $260 million relief package. And Booking Holdings CEO Glenn Fogel is the first high-profile travel CEO to disclose he has contracted coronavirus.

Airlines

United President Quashes Rumors He Might Jump Back to American Airlines

United's Scott Kirby has pledged to remain as president of the airline despite rumors to the contrary. But that won't quell talk about whether American Airlines' CEO Doug Parker will last through the year.

United President Quashes Rumors He Might Jump Back to American Airlines

Airlines

In-Flight Pandering Erodes Airline Passenger Loyalty

Between credit card pitches and requests for tips, the process of monetizing the airline cabin is starting to wear on frequent flyers.

In-Flight Pandering Erodes Airline Passenger Loyalty

Online Travel

Travel Loyalty Programs May Become Smaller With More Perks in 2018

There's a smaller and perhaps more rewarding world facing frequent flyers in 2018. To reap the rewards, though, those elite travelers will have to pay up.

Travel Loyalty Programs May Become Smaller With More Perks in 2018

Business Travel

American and Alaska Are Giving Away Elite Status — Business of Loyalty

If these new promotions are any indication, airline loyalty programs may be once more warming up to frequent flyers — for varied reasons, but out of necessity.

American and Alaska Are Giving Away Elite Status — Business of Loyalty

Airlines

American Airlines Teams With Casper for In-Flight Bedding and a Hipper Appeal

American and Casper will soon be working together to bring custom-designed bedding to the airline's long-haul flights. A hipper brand such as Casper may resonate better with younger flyers than legacy brands such as Westin or Saks.

American Airlines Teams With Casper for In-Flight Bedding and a Hipper Appeal

Airlines

United Backtracks on Basic Economy Fares as American Expands Them

As one carrier, United, backs off on basic economy, another, American Airlines, doubles down. Will this clear the field for American? Perhaps.

United Backtracks on Basic Economy Fares as American Expands Them