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Mark Reif

Mark Reif

Mark Reif is a writer from Stowe, Vermont. During the winter, he works as a snowboard coach and rides more than 100 days. The rest of the year, you can find him trail running through the Green Mountains and skateboarding at nearby parks. Mark holds a B.S. in Industrial Design from Virginia Tech, giving him unique insights into outdoor gear.

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Emirates expands A350 service to these seven destinations

Emirates will continue expanding its Airbus A350 network, adding service to Oslo, Tunis, Amman, Istanbul, Dammam, Ho Chi Minh City, and Baghdad.
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JetBlue adds regular supply of sustainable aviation fuel at this East Coast hub

JetBlue and its fuel partners are celebrating the first-ever regular supply of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) at New York’s John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK).
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Semi-private air carrier JSX expands network to these US cities

Semi-private jet company JSX will add three seasonal routes as it keeps growing its U.S. network.
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American Airlines adds these spirits to its Admirals Club and Flagship lounges

Starting in spring, American Airlines will introduce Horse Soldier Bourbon Whiskey and Still G.I.N., By Dre and Snoop at its Admirals Club and Flagship lounges.
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Air France introduces ultra-luxury suites with these amenities

Air France has announced new La Première suites aboard Boeing 777-300ER aircraft, which will be introduced in spring 2025.
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Air New Zealand celebrates 10 year partnership with this airline

Air New Zealand and Singapore Airlines are celebrating 10 years of working together, helping travelers fly to New Zealand and across the globe.
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Breeze Airways announces nonstop flights to this Florida getaway

Breeze Airways, an affordable nonstop carrier, has announced flights to Key West, Florida, starting June 12, 2025.
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Edelweiss Air takes delivery of this state-of-the-art aircraft

Edelweiss Air has taken delivery of the first of six Airbus A350-900 aircraft.
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Southwest changes baggage policy, points earning, and more

Southwest has announced new policies relating to checked bags, points earning, and more.
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New Delta and the PGA Tour partnership offers these SkyMiles perks

announced a multi-year partnership with the PGA Tour and PGA Tour Champions this week. The agreement gives Delta SkyMiles members a series of bespoke experiences via the SkyMiles Experiences platform, including access to TPC Network golf courses like TPC Sawgrass. The platform also allows members to purchase once-in-a-lifetime experiences with bid or buy-now options. Comments […]
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Arajet grows its US presence with this new route

The Dominican Republic’s flagship airline, Arajet, will grow its U.S. network with flights from New York Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) to Las Américas Santo Domingo Airport (SDQ).
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American Airlines adds curated menus inflight and throughout lounges

This month, American Airlines is introducing an array of new culinary offerings, both inflight and throughout its lounges.
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This South Asian country will build a stunning airport

Traveling there involves flying through Singapore, but that’s set to change with the Gelephu International Airport opening in 2029, featuring a layout by design firm BIG.
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Avelo Airlines begins service to this Texas hub

Avelo Airlines has begun nonstop service from Connecticut’s Tweed New Haven Airport (HVN) to Dallas-Forth Worth International Airport (DFW).
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How does Arc’teryx running gear handle the Vermont cold?

Peak foliage covers the , drawing visitors from far and wide. Maroon, peach, red, and more light up the surroundings, reminiscent of a perfect watercolor painting. But that only lasts about a week. Soon after, the trees go bare, and the cold arrives, bringing ice-like air and forcing everyone inside. Then, as December blends into […]
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Frontier is adding these domestic and international routes

In late spring, Frontier Airlines will launch four new routes, including the first-ever trips from Seattle Paine Field International Airport (PAE) in Everett, Washington, and Gregorio Luperón International Airport in Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic (POP).
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This airline will launch a special livery to celebrate Puerto Rico

Following a public vote, JetBlue has selected a commemorative livery to celebrate the cultural heritage and artistic offerings of Puerto Rico.
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This airline just installed Starlink on its first aircraft

United just installed Starlink on its first regional aircraft, beginning the process of outfitting its entire two-cabin fleet in 2025.
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Air India debuts this new service for Economy passengers

Air India has begun its “ZipAhead” paid service, which provides priority check-in and priority baggage handling to Economy passengers on routes within India.
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Emirates’ upgraded Boeing 777s will begin flying to more destinations

Emirates’ upgraded Boeing 777s will begin flying from Dubai to London Stansted in the UK and Seoul, South Korea.
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Air India upgrades its service to this Asian country

Air India has announced a significant upgrade to nonstop services between India and Japan.
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Delta is helping develop this innovative aircraft

Delta is joining forces with JetZero to help bring its blended-wing body (BWB) aircraft to the skies.
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This JFK terminal is getting a major renovation

John F. Kennedy International Airport’s Terminal 5 is set for a major renovation, with a planned opening by the end of 2026.
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Emirates and Expedia work together for more customer personalization

Emirates and Expedia have expanded their long-term partnership, giving passengers more options and a seamless booking experience.
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Emirates renews partnership with this cruise line

Emirates has renewed its partnership with Costa Cruises, extending the agreement through 2027.
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SWISS launches enhancements for these long-haul cabin classes

SWISS long-haul passengers seated in Economy and Premium Economy can now have a more enjoyable trip, with new amenities aimed at their senses.
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Delta expands partnership with this popular burger chain

Delta’s collaboration with Shake Shack is gaining popularity, and as a result, it will expand to additional routes.
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Lufthansa introduces these new Business Class menu options

Lufthansa Business Class passengers can enjoy new, curated menu options on short and medium-haul flights.
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Qantas will upgrade cabins on this popular aircraft

Qantas has announced a major cabin refresh for its Boeing 737 fleet, helping enhance the inflight experience on domestic and short-haul international routes.
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American is testing free Wi-Fi on these routes

That’s slowly changing, and American Airlines is the latest carrier to offer complimentary Wi-Fi
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Southwest Airlines and Expedia Group launch new partnership — what to know

Southwest Airlines and Expedia Group have begun a new partnership, allowing travelers to secure the best fares.
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Air New Zealand launches signature wine with symbolic name

Air New Zealand is bringing its new signature wine label, Thirteen Forty Five, to the skies. 
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How Arc’teryx Sabre outerwear held up in Vermont’s toughest winter conditions

I recently tested the Arc’teryx Sabre freeride kit, consisting of a jacket and bib pants, constructed from the latest GORE-TEX membrane.
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This Latin American airline now serves San Diego

This June, Copa Airlines will begin service to San Diego, giving the SoCal city direct access to Latin America.
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Frontier adds multiple destinations from this Southeast hub

Frontier Airlines is expanding its offerings, adding nine destinations from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL).
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United invests in this CO2 capture technology

This week, United Airlines announced a sustainability initiative: investing in Heirloom, a direct air capture (DAC) company.
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American’s AAdvantage program offers March bonus miles

American Airlines’ AAdvantage program year begins March 1, and to mark the occasion, the airline is offering bonus loyalty points for the entire month.
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This airline is offering low fares to see the Northern Lights

Low-cost Icelandic airline PLAY is offering $99 fares to Iceland, making it easier to view the Northern Lights.
Perth, Australia

Qantas launches 7-day sale to 60 destinations

This week, Qantas began a major 7-day sale to 60 destinations, with one million discounted Business and Economy seats.
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United’s new Houston lounge features this innovative layout

United’s new Club Fly Lounge at Houston’s George Bush International Airport (IAH) caters to travelers on the go, with quick options for drinks and snacks.
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American Airlines works with the US and UK for innovative security program

International connections will be more convenient, thanks to a collaboration between American Airlines, the U.S. Transportation Security Administration (TSA), and the U.K. Department for Transport (DfT).
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Qatar Airways changes the booking experience with this AI tool

Web Summit Qatar runs from February 24-26, and there, Qatar Airways is introducing Sama, a revolutionary AI tool.
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British Airways completes major refresh of this Pacific Northwest lounge

British Airways has reopened its Seattle lounge after a comprehensive refresh.
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Frontier offers its GoWild! All-You-Can-Fly summer pass for this low price

For a limited time, Frontier Airlines is offering its GoWild! All-You-Can-Fly Summer Pass for only $399.
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American Airlines announces new offerings at O’Hare Airport

This week, American Airlines announced a new offerings from Chicago O’Hare International Airport.
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Air India partners with this Australian airline to enhance connectivity

Air India and Virgin Australia have joined forces on a new codeshare agreement, enhancing connectivity between India and Australia.
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How does Jones Shralpinist Outerwear handle subzero conditions?

Jones Snowboards designed its Shralpinist Outerwear for severe conditions during mountain adventures. Here's how it performed in below zero conditions.
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This Dominican airline is expanding to the US

Dominican flagship airline, Arajet, is expanding its network to the US.
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Qantas improves South Australian regional travel with this new aircraft

Qantas’ regional division, QantasLink, is adding new Q400 turboprop airplanes, enhancing connectivity and comfort for South Australian regional travelers.
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This airline plans up to 15 more US destinations by 2028

Air Canada plans a network expansion of 10 to 15 U.S. hubs during the next three years.