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Blog•Feb 20, 2026
[Unsubstantiated Rumor] New Chase Park Hyatt Card ($795 Annual Fee), Category 9 & 10 Properties And More
A rumor circulating on Reddit suggests Chase will launch a premium Park Hyatt credit card with a $795 annual fee, a 100,000‑point sign‑up bonus, automatic Explorist status and 20 free nights at the start of the year. The card would also offer $400 in Hyatt statement credits, lounge access and elevated earn rates. Simultaneously, Hyatt is said to be adding Category 9 and 10 properties, raising redemption costs and introducing top‑off and “super‑peak” pricing mechanisms. If true, these changes could reshape the high‑end travel‑card landscape.
By Doctor of Credit
Blog•Feb 18, 2026
259 Brands. 9 Lodging Companies. Interactive List. February 2026.
An interactive list released in February 2026 shows that nine multinational lodging companies now operate 259 distinct hotel and resort brands, up from 213 in 2023. The list details each brand’s loyalty program affiliation and a brief description, highlighting the rapid...
By The Gate
Blog•Feb 17, 2026
Lufthansa, Air India Expand Partnership, Will Coordinate on Routes
Lufthansa Group and Air India signed a memorandum of understanding to deepen cooperation across routes, IT, loyalty programs and customer experience. The agreement expands their relationship from a simple codeshare to a broader interline framework covering all subsidiaries, including Austrian,...
By AirlineGeeks
Blog•Feb 17, 2026
United Orders 300 GEnx Engines for 787s
United Airlines has signed a deal with GE Aerospace to purchase 300 additional GEnx engines and associated spares for its Boeing 787 Dreamliner fleet. The order, which does not disclose price, will increase United’s fleet of GEnx‑powered aircraft to over...
By AirlineGeeks
Blog•Feb 16, 2026
The Free Spirit Debit Card Is Coming: Here Are Its Features
Spirit Airlines is preparing to launch its Free Spirit Debit Mastercard, a new debit‑card offering that promises a modest welcome bonus and a suite of loyalty perks. The card carries a $6.99 monthly fee and awards 200 Free Spirit points...
By Frequent Miler
Blog•Feb 16, 2026
Lights Out: American Airlines Flight Attendants Forced to Serve Meals In The Dark On London Flight—’They Just Sent The Plane...
American Airlines dispatched Flight 137 from London to Los Angeles on February 14 despite non‑functional galley lights, forcing flight attendants to improvise with flashlights to serve meals. The airline invoked Minimum Equipment List (MEL) procedures, prioritizing on‑time departure over immediate maintenance. Crew...
By View from the Wing
Blog•Feb 16, 2026
Earn Double Miles Aboard the New Airbus A350 Airplane With Emirates Airline
Emirates is offering double Skywards miles to passengers flying the new Airbus A350 on route EK70 between London Gatwick and Dubai. The promotion runs for journeys completed between 17 February and 18 March 2026, but travelers must book by 28 February 2026. It applies to any...
By The Gate
Blog•Feb 14, 2026
Sri Lanka Launches Easy Digital Nomad Visa With Low Income Requirements
Sri Lanka has introduced a Digital Nomad Visa aimed at remote workers, with a low income threshold of $2,000 per month (plus $500 per dependent). The visa is valid for one year and can be renewed indefinitely, provided applicants maintain...
By Travel Off Path
Blog•Feb 14, 2026
United Airlines Opens Once in a Decade Opportunity For Flight Attendants To Move To ‘Dream Location’
United Airlines has announced that its London flight‑attendant base, the only overseas crew hub it still operates, will accept transfer applications for the first time in more than a decade. The opportunity is limited to senior attendants who have waited...
By Paddle Your Own Kanoo
Blog•Feb 14, 2026
British Airways Is Now Letting Passengers Know If Wi-Fi Is Not On Their Flight… Why Did It Take So Long?
British Airways has begun sending proactive emails to passengers on long‑haul flights that lack in‑flight Wi‑Fi, giving a six‑hour heads‑up to download work or adjust schedules. The notice is purely informational and will not waive change‑fee penalties for switching to...
By Paddle Your Own Kanoo
Blog•Feb 13, 2026
Delta Rolls Out Airbus A321neo Aircraft With Massive 44-Seat First Class Cabin
Delta is temporarily configuring seven new Airbus A321neo aircraft with a 44‑seat First Class cabin, more than double the usual layout for this narrow‑body type. The expanded cabin will debut on high‑traffic Atlanta‑to‑West‑Coast routes beginning in June, with bookings opening...
By The Bulkhead Seat