TSA Pre Check

Recently we've seen more and more news about the lines and wait times to clear security at airports. The Startribune recently wrote about the long wait times in MSP. One way to avoid the wait times is to have TSA PreCheck. I would encourage many of your travelers who travel a few times a year to consider TSA PreCheck. This enables the travelers to get through security faster and is good for five years. Check out their site for more information.

Featuring Air New Zealand

Fast Facts:

Founded:  April 1965
Alliance: Star Alliance
Frequent Flyer: Airpoints
Lounge: Koru Lounge

Did you know?
Air New Zealand certainly doesn’t skimp on food. You may be served a hearty meal such as red wine braised beef, blue cheese polenta and green beans, crafted by celebrated executive chef, Peter Gordon.

Our Contract:
Our Air New Zealand contract has great, competitive rates for one-way and business class fares.

References:

Drescher, Cynthia. "15 Economy Class Meals You Actually Want To Eat." CN Traveler. 19 Feb. 2015. Web. 25 June 2015."Air New Zealand" Wikipedia, The Free Encyclopedia. Wikimedia Foundation, Inc. 22 July 2004. Web. 10 Aug. 2004.

Featuring British Airways

Fast Facts:

Founded: 1974

Alliance: OneWorld

Frequent Flyer: Executive Club

Lounge: British Airways Lounge

Did you know?

British Airways carries 40 million passengers annually and serves those travelers 35 million cups of tea each year.

Our Contract:

You can save an additional 3.5% on British Airways humanitarian rates by paying with DPA instead of credit card. Ask our support staff for details on how you can set up DPA today!

"British Airways Facts." British Airways Facts. Web. 25 June 2015.

"British Airways." Wikipedia, The Free Encyclopedia. Wikimedia Foundation, Inc. 22 July 2004. Web. 10 Aug. 2004.

**Facts pertaining to BA contract are current as of date posted. Always check with a representative for latest fare rules and for specifics regarding change and cancellation fees.

Featuring Cathay Pacific

Fast Facts:

Founded: 1946

Alliance: OneWorld

Frequent Flyer: Asia Miles/The Marco Polo Club

Lounge: The Bridge

Did you know?

Cathay serves Häagen-Dazs ice cream for the dessert after meals. Don't be afraid to let Cathay know about your dietary preferences. Cathay is prepared to accommodate a host of dietary restrictions, as long as you give them sufficient notice! Take a look at this link for a tour of Cathay's premium economy and business class seating.

Our Contract:

The Cathay Pacific contract offers great, low change and cancellation fees as well as reduced child fares.

Drescher, Cynthia. "15 Economy Class Meals You Actually Want To Eat." CN Traveler. 19 Feb. 2015. Web. 25 June 2015.

Wald Henderson, Janice. "Foreign Airlines with the Best Food - World's Best Foreign Airlines for Food Lovers | Epicurious.com." Epicurious. Web. 25 June 2015.

"Cathay Pacific." Wikipedia, The Free Encyclopedia. Wikimedia Foundation, Inc. 22 July 2004. Web. 10 Aug. 2004.

**Facts pertaining to CX contract are current as of date posted. Always check with a representative for latest fare rules and for specifics regarding change and cancellation fees.

Featuring Delta Airlines

Founded: 1924

Alliance: SkyTeam

Frequent Flyer: SkyMiles

Lounge: Delta Sky Club

Did you know?

Delta Airlines ranks 39 on Fortune Magazine's list of Most Admired Companies. Coffee lovers, rejoice! As part of their current campaign for better in-flight service, Delta Airlines will now serve Starbucks brand coffee on all flights!

Delta's new, fully-remodeled Airbus A319's offer 60% more luggage space in overhead compartments, USB power to charge electronics, and 9 inch, high definition screens for in-flight entertainment at every seat. 

"Delta Air Lines." Fortune. 19 Feb. 2015. Web. 24 June 2015.

"Stats & Facts | Delta News Hub." Stats & Facts | Delta News Hub. Web. 24 June 2015.

"Delta Airlines." Wikipedia, The Free Encyclopedia. Wikimedia Foundation, Inc. 22 July 2004. Web. 10 Aug. 2004.

**Facts pertaining to DL contract are current as of date posted. Always check with a representative for latest fare rules.

BA/IB Fares Changing

Please be advised of changes to British Airways and Iberia hum fares:

British Airways and Iberia Humanitarian fares are changing on 21st August 2015.

The affected routes are to/from North America to Ghana (ACC), Kenya (NBO), Nigeria (ABV&LOS), South Africa (JNB&CPT) & Uganda (EBB).

Please issue any tickets you are holding before 21st August 2015  (GMT) or you will have to use the new fares.

Changes to BA Boarding & Hand Luggage

Changes to BA Boarding & Hand Luggage

Effective August 18th, British Airways is implementing changes to their boarding process and hand luggage policy in order to increase boarding efficiency and timeliness.

-Customers will board by cabin – Executive Club status first, then by seat row number.
-BA will continue to allow 2 pieces of hand luggage aboard, the first piece being a handbag/laptop bag no bigger than 40 x 30 x 15.
-The second piece remains unchanged in sizing at 56 x 45 x 25, and weighing no more than 23 kgs.
-Customers will receive a yellow tag for each item once approved, demonstrating to the cabin crew that it is within specifications. The tags must remain visible.
-BA encourages travelers to keep any important items such as required medications in the smaller handbag/laptop bag carry-on
-BA will ask any pieces outside of these specifications to be checked

Please communicate this to your clients as needed and contact a representative with any questions.