American promises more flights, routes from Los Angeles hub

American Airlines is planning to add more flights from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), as part of a “gradual build” at its West Coast hub. The Fort Worth-based carrier said it’s about to add more LAX service to its schedule, with a focus on places executives describe as “important markets.” It’s not clear whether that…

These new Nile cruises make Egypt’s ancient wonders accessible

Call it the ultimate Nile River cruise experience. River cruise giant Viking has unveiled an epic new itinerary that sails the entire 600-mile stretch of the waterway between Cairo in the north and Aswan in the south. Dubbed the Grand Nile Journey, Viking’s 19-day trip revives a longer Nile cruise route that dates back to…

Korean Air makes Newark first new US destination since 2019

Korean Air is adding a second New York-area gateway. The SkyTeam Alliance carrier will land at Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) with flights from Seoul’s Incheon Airport (ICN) in May 2027, Korean Air said on Thursday. The new route to east of the Hudson River complements its long-standing twice-daily service to New York’s John F….

United will open a new Polaris Lounge in Denver by 2029

Business-class fliers on United Airlines will soon be able to relax in a fancy new Polaris Lounge at Denver International Airport (DEN). Design work is underway on the new, exclusive lounge at DEN, Aaron McMillan, the managing director of hospitality programs at United, told TPG on Monday. “We’re going to build a mezzanine on top…

JSX brings semi-private flights to Boston with 2 new routes

JSX is bringing its popular semi-private flights to Beantown. The boutique air carrier plans to begin flying from Boston this winter, JSX said this week. The company’s service will be based out of the nearby Laurence G. Hanscom Field (BED) in the town of Bedford, Massachusetts. The Boston service will launch with a route to…

American Airlines elite status: What it is and how to earn it

If you typically fly with American Airlines and its partner airlines, earning elite status in the AAdvantage program can unlock many perks, from complimentary upgrades to priority boarding. In 2022, American AAdvantage revamped the method for earning elite status to a system based on Loyalty Points. Nowadays, members earn Loyalty Points through eligible flights, credit…