Source: Alaska Airlines As Alaska Airlines expands to new markets in Asia and Europe from Seattle, the company is introducing the first phase of a new global experience for long-haul flying to our guests on the 787-9 aircraft – an evolution of the Alaska brand that reflects a bold vision for international growth and our commitment to connecting the Pacific Northwest to destinations around the world. It starts with the striking exterior design – the livery – where the Alaska name remains but with an all-new look and feel. The 787-9s with the new livery debut in January. By spring, all Dreamliners in our fleet are scheduled to showcase the new design. “Our new 787 exterior embodies Alaska’s transition to [...]

Source: American Airlines This summer, the American Airlines CR Smith Museum is hosting a new exhibition, Bricks now boarding: American Airlines in LEGO® bricks — a LEGO brick-built journey through the experience of flying.The 1,500-square-foot exhibition offers a family-friendly glimpse into the world of flight — brick by brick — through custom LEGO brick displays. Aviation enthusiasts can unleash their inner AvGeek as they explore and celebrate the complexity of flight through detailed LEGO replicas. LEGO fans will love the masterfully built displays that showcase limitless creativity and the magic of bricks. Visitors will take in scale models of American aircraft, a detailed Admirals Club® lounge, destination pods showcasing popular travel locations such as London and Rio de Janeiro, and [...]

Source: Alaska Airlines We’re charting a bold new course across the Atlantic with the launch of two new nonstop routes to London Heathrow and Reykjavik, Iceland, from our growing global gateway in Seattle starting next spring. We’re also debuting Alaska’s striking global exterior design that will be featured on our growing fleet of up to 17 widebody 787 Dreamliner aircraft. Summary Our daily nonstop to London Heathrow will connect business and leisure travelers to the largest intercontinental market from Seattle, our growing global gateway For the first time, we’re showcasing the striking new exterior design of Alaska-branded 787-9 long-haul aircraft, inspired by our heritage as we connect to the world On the horizon, a new onboard global experience for the [...]

Source: American Airlines The final tastes of summer have arrived, and they’re making a bold entrance at American Airlines Flagship® lounges starting the first week of August. As part of American’s continued partnership with the James Beard Foundation®, this late-summer lineup brings bright flavors and bold creativity with globally inspired dishes that spotlight seasonal produce and chef-driven creativity. From tangy, citrus-glazed vegetables to a whimsical bao bar and refreshing salads packed with crunch, this final summer installment brings together texture, flavor and a sense of place, all before takeoff. Here’s what’s fresh and flavorful this season: Summer’s brightest flavors: Think herby couscous, smoky mushrooms and garden greens brought to life with bold dressings and crisp garnishes Dynamic, chef-led creations: From [...]

Source: Alaska Airlines Alaska is further expanding our network connecting destinations across the Pacific Northwest and California with new routes that start flying in October. Summary We’ll launch seven new city pairs starting in late October, including three in Burbank. New seasonal service from San Diego will take winter sports lovers to Idaho’s popular Sun Valley. Alaska Airlines is further expanding our network between California and the Pacific Northwest with seven new routes starting this October. We’ve added three new flights from Hollywood Burbank Airport, located north of downtown Los Angeles, to destinations in Oregon and Washington state. As the holiday season gets underway, we’ll offer new wintertime service linking sunny San Diego and snowy Sun Valley. Boise lands a [...]