Affinity group
By
Yuliya Karotkaya
• 1 min read
An affinity card is linked to a travel brand or program, offering rewards or points for every purchase made.
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Affinity Card
By
Yuliya Karotkaya
• 1 min read
An affinity card is linked to a travel brand or program, offering rewards or points for every purchase made.
APR (Advance Purchase Requirement)
By
Yuliya Karotkaya
• 1 min read
APR, or Advance Purchase Requirement, means booking early to qualify for discounted fares or rates.
Add-on
By
Yuliya Karotkaya
• 1 min read
An add-on is an optional extra like luggage, upgrades, or tours that travelers can buy to personalize their trip.
Actual Time of Arrival
By
Yuliya Karotkaya
• 1 min read
The exact time a flight or other transport arrives, which may differ from the scheduled arrival due to delays.
Amsterdam Schiphol Sees Passenger Growth Despite Fewer Flights
By
Yuliya Karotkaya
• 1 min read
By
Yuliya Karotkaya
• 1 min read
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport recorded a 1% rise in passenger numbers in September, reaching 6.1 million travelers despite a slight decline in flight operations.
Wizz Air Opens New Base in Podgorica, Montenegro, Launching 14 New Routes for Summer 2026
By
Laura Mitchell
• 3 mins read
Wizz Air will open a new base in Podgorica, Montenegro, in March 2026, adding 14 new destinations across Europe and boosting regional connectivity.
WestJet Faces Backlash for Charging Passengers to Recline Seats
By
Laura Mitchell
• 3 mins read
WestJet has introduced a new fee for reclining seats on select Boeing 737 flights, sparking passenger outrage and renewed debate about shrinking comfort in economy travel.
Spirit Airlines Secures $475 Million Financing and Restructures Fleet Amid Bankruptcy
By
Laura Mitchell
• 3 mins read
Spirit Airlines has received court approval for $475 million in financing and reached a new agreement with Airbus and AerCap, marking a major step in its ongoing restructuring process.
Avelo Airlines Launches New ‘Avelo Plus’ Membership Program
By
Laura Mitchell
• 3 mins read
Avelo Airlines has introduced ‘Avelo Plus,’ a new membership program designed to offer travelers added flexibility, savings, and exclusive benefits.
Southwest Airlines to Launch New Flights to Anchorage, Alaska in 2026
By
Laura Mitchell
• 3 mins read
Southwest Airlines is set to expand its network with a new route to Anchorage, Alaska, beginning in 2026, connecting the “Great Land” to more U.S. travelers.
Eiffel Tower Closes Amid Nationwide Strikes in France
By
Andrew Collins
• 2 mins read
The Eiffel Tower closed its doors as nationwide strikes swept across France, disrupting transport, daily life, and the country’s most visited landmark.
India and China to Resume Direct Flights by Late October
By
Laura Mitchell
• 3 mins read
India and China will resume direct flights by the end of October 2025, restoring air connectivity after years of suspension. The move is expected to benefit tourism, business, and regional ties.
India and China to Resume Direct Flights This Fall: Which Airlines Are Ready?
By
Laura Mitchell
• 3 mins read
After five years of suspended air service, India and China are set to resume direct flights around September 2025. Airlines like Air India and IndiGo are positioning themselves for the relaunch of these vital routes.
EU Airports Begin to Phase Out 100ml Liquid Rule After 19 Years
By
Laura Mitchell
• 2 mins read
The EU is ending the 100ml hand luggage liquid rule after nearly two decades, but travelers face an uneven rollout across airports.