A new long-haul push takes off. Alaska Airlines has added daily year-round service from Seattle to London Heathrow just weeks after launching its first-ever European flight to Rome, as it accelerates plans to turn Seattle into a major global hub. Read more inside
MSC Group’s luxury cruise brand has opened bookings for the summer 2028 season, marking a significant milestone with EXPLORA VI entering service. The new fleet will sail to 178 destinations in 27 countries, from Alaska to the Mediterranean
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Alaska Airlines will launch daily nonstop flights between Seattle and London starting May 21, 2026, expanding its first-ever transatlantic network. "This service further expands our transatlantic travel corridor and choices for west coast exploration!"
Alaska Airlines has launched its first nonstop flight between Seattle and Rome, marking its official entry into Europe. The seasonal service, operating through October 23, is the only daily direct connection between the two cities and is flown on a Boeing 787-9 featuring the airline’s new international business class Suites
Hawaiian Airlines will be the third U.S. airline in the oneworld alliance. Honolulu will serve as an international hub, while expanding flight options to destinations in the Pacific. The company's CEO: "We are excited to give Hawai‘i residents and all of our Atmos Rewards members access to exciting destinations around the world"
Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines have moved to a shared booking system, aimed at improving travel across both brands. Highlights: unified airport lounges, complimentary drinks, and alphabetical boarding. "Credit to our teams who have worked for more than a year on this milestone that removes friction"
An Alaska Airlines flight was approaching to land while a FedEx plane was landing on an intersecting runway. Thanks to the alertness of the tower controller, a major disaster was averted
The North American Aerospace Defense Command has scrambled fighter and refueling aircraft that have been tracking and preparing to intercept Russian military aircraft in international airspace in the region
OAG's on-time performance rating for January 2026 is out: China Southern led major airlines with an 89.4% punctuality rate. In North America, Southwest topped punctuality at 79.75%, just ahead of Alaska at 79.31%
The North American Aerospace Defense Command has scrambled fighter and refueling aircraft that have been tracking and preparing to intercept Russian military aircraft in international airspace in the region
Small-ship favorite Alaskan Dream Cruises has closed and canceled all future sailings, leaving Alaska travelers to adjust plans. Thank you for the lasting relationships we’ve built and for allowing us to be a part of your Alaskan stories”
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A Bering Air plane vanished Friday en route to Nome. The Coast Guard found it, confirming all ten perished. "Our deepest condolences to all those affected by the tragic event."
Mystery in Alaska: A small plane from Bering Air, a subsidiary of Alaska Airlines, disappeared from radar while on its way to the city of Nome. Concern for the lives of the pilot and 9 passengers on the plane
According to the company's announcement, in the summer of 2026, the company will return to the beloved destination following feedback received from its customers. "Excited to reintroduce Alaska as one of our key destinations."
