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Global Entry, NEXUS, and SENTRI Fees Increasing to $120
Starting October 1st, 2024, the U.S. Customs and Border Protection will be aligning all three trusted traveler programs’ fees to $120. For the NEXUS program, this marks a sharp $70 increase from their original $50 fee. Meanwhile, it’s a more modest $20 increase for the Global Entry program, and for SENTRI participants, it’s a slight…
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Airlines will now be required to issue automatic refunds for delays and cancellations
Recently, the Department of Transportation (DOT) issued new regulations mandating airlines to promptly provide passengers with automatic cash refunds in the event of flight delays or cancellations. These rules also extend to cover significant delays in checked baggage or instances where airlines fail to deliver extra services purchased by passengers
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PSA: Oakland renames their Airport to San Francisco Bay Oakland
Last Friday, the Oakland Board of Port Commissioners voted unanimously to change the name of the Oakland International Airport to San Francisco Bay Oakland International Airport. This change only applies to the official name of the airport and not the airport code (which is OAK). San Francisco officials are not happy with this change and…
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Google’s Find My Device Network is going live
After nearly a year of delays, Google is finally rolling out its Find My Device network. Travelers now have another option to consider when shopping for Bluetooth tracker tags for their luggage on upcoming trips. Additionally, some existing noise-canceling earbuds, such as the Sony WF-1000XM5, will come with this feature built-in for added convenience. How…
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Chase is removing Priority Pass restaurant benefits
Chase is removing the restaurant benefit from its Priority Pass offering on the Chase Sapphire Reserve, Ritz-Carlton Credit Card, and J.P. Morgan Reserve Credit Card. The removal will go into effect on July 1st, 2024. This perk was particularly valuable in the US, where many airports lack lounges that participate in the Priority Pass network.…
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Alaska Airlines launches subscription service
Alaska Access, Alaska Airlines’ new subscription service, offers early deal access and monthly wifi vouchers for $5 a month. However, its appeal may vary compared to alternatives like Going.com and T-Mobile’s free wifi plans