United Airlines
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If you're in prison, you may not lose your miles
Chicago Tribune Travel &bull Yesterday
Errol Segal of L.A. lost the 346,000 miles he had earned on United Airlines because of account inactivity while he was serving time for fraud. If he'd only contacted the airline earlier, he might still have them. When it comes… Full Story »
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Do You Remember When? NW and DL Merged
FrugalTravelGuy &bull Yesterday
The Northwest Airlines credit cards were soon to become a thing of the past. Many of you got as many Northwest credit cards as you could because they would not be available again and you knew they would become Delta Pesos. That opportunity is here again with Continental Airlines credit cards soon to become extinct and the conversion will be to United Airlines miles. The Dept of Justice has approved the merger. If you fly United or Continental and have credit scores over 700, now is the time to apply for the Continental credit cards before they disappear. I've listed… Full Story »
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New United to fly as Continental after all
The Wandering Aramean &bull Sep 2, 2010
Merging two airlines together requires a lot more than just slapping a new name on all the airplanes and updating the marketing slicks. On the operational side there are a number of steps that must be undertaken, many of which… Full Story »
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Suspicious luggage sparks questioning
MSNBC Travel &bull Aug 31, 2010
WASHINGTON - Two men on a United Airlines flight from Chicago to Amsterdam were questioned by Dutch authorities after U.S. officials found a cell phone taped to a Pepto Bismol bottle and a knife and box cutter in checked luggage… Full Story »
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9 passengers removed from United flight
MSNBC Travel &bull Aug 30, 2010
Nine passengers boarding a United Airlines plane Sunday night at Dulles International Airport were removed before takeoff after one made a comment to a crew member, an airline spokeswoman said. United Airlines spokeswoman Megan McCarthy said Monday that she did… Full Story »
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Continental / United merger approved by DOJ
Elliott Blog &bull Aug 29, 2010
The best chance of stopping the merger of giants Continental and United Airlines is gone. The same department that two years ago recommended against allowing these two airlines to for an airline alliance with antitrust immunity, just approved a full merger. Go figure. One thing that we can be certain of, is that the government is still firmly in the camp of the legacy airlines in the long run. These financially… Full Story »
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United Airlines and Continental Airlines said they expect their proposed merger to close by 1 October after the U.S. Department of Justice ended its antitrust investigation...
The Transnational &bull Aug 28, 2010
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Scandinavian Airlines (SAS) is Most Punctual Airline in the World
Journey Etc. &bull Aug 28, 2010
Over 90% of the Scandinavian Airlines' (SAS) flights are right on time from May through July 2010. According to Flightstats, the top provider of international flights real-time information and performance to the global community, Scandinavian Airlines (SAS) is the world's… Full Story »
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Continental/United merger approved by DoJ
The Wandering Aramean &bull Aug 28, 2010
In a move that was only surprising for how quickly it happened, the Department of Justice has stated that they are satisfied with the terms of the proposed merger between Continental and United Airlines. The new carrier will be the largest and there was some concern that various regulatory agencies would place undue barriers… Full Story »
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Orlando: Up to 40% off Disney World air+hotel package
Travel & Leisure Hot Deals &bull Aug 24, 2010
Book a minimum 3-day trip to visit Walt Disney World through United Vacations (a sister company to United Airlines) and save big. If you are interested in adding a dining option, United Vacations will throw one in (a $600 value… Full Story »
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Enter the Hilton HHonors Sweepstakes
Points Wizard &bull Aug 22, 2010
Read More in: Cabo, Golf Digest, HILTON, Hawaii, Hilton HHonors, Hilton. contest, Orlando, Phoenix, Scotland, United Airlines, Vacation, golf, sweepstakes, travel, travel contest, travel giveaway, travel sweepstakes, travel. Enter the Hilton HHonors Golf Sweepstakes. First Prize-Receive a dream golf package… Full Story »
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What could be more fun on a Saturday night...
One Mile at a Time &bull Aug 22, 2010
Man, I don't envy the folks that work in the PR or customer relations departments of airlines. Regardless of whether it's Twitter or Facebook, some of the stuff people ask/say/request amazes me. Even more fun, for me at least, is… Full Story »
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What we're reading: Airline threat deemed 'non-credible', fatigue crack in SWA 737, AA & UA have frequent flier sale
Elliott Blog &bull Aug 20, 2010
The official says a threat was called in to police about American Airlines Flight 24. FBI officials in San Francisco recorded the threat as a potential hijacking. The threat was relayed more broadly throughout the FBI as a potential bombing.… Full Story »
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"Ruff" Rider: Taking a Look at Pet-Friendly Airlines
The Window Seat &bull Aug 18, 2010
It's a Herculean task just getting kitty in his carrier. And a cross-country flight? Hah! You couldn't pay me to try. But for those with more chutzpah-or less arm-shredding feline action-there are more pet-friendly airlines than ever. JetBlue Since introducing… Full Story »
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The Good Old Days of United Airlines Included Veal Cutlet
Jaunted &bull Aug 16, 2010
Last week, we revealed the new brand identity and airplane livery for United once their merger with Continental gets under way. Most hated it and one commenter even posited the theory that the lazy rebranding could be to save money… Full Story »
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United Airlines Upgrade System and the Definition of DO
FrugalTravelGuy &bull Aug 13, 2010
Tuesday when flying from San Francisco to Denver there was a change of aircraft. The 767 we were scheduled to be on was taken out of service and replaced with a Boeing 777 with 3 cabin configuration and international seating ( the nice stuff) We were told to stand in line at the ticket counter and get new seat assignments. I was originally in domestic first class and the gate agent moved me to international business class row 8 directly behind the first class suites on the 777. I jokingly asked why I wasn't put in first class (n that… Full Story »
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Booking a flight? Visit Facebook
CNN.com Travel &bull Aug 12, 2010
Dubbed the "Ticket Window," the new tool comes just days after the company gave its homepage a thorough redesign as part of what Delta says is a larger plan to improve the online experience for customers. Delta says other plans… Full Story »
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New Visual Brand Identity for the New United Airlines
Asia Travel Tips &bull Aug 12, 2010
New Visual Brand Identity for the New United Airlines. Full Story »
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Luggage: Ship or Carry Abroad?
Travel & Leisure Articles &bull Aug 12, 2010
What it Is: A dedicated baggage-delivery company that offers four tiers of service, from the flat-rate domestic Luggage Free Economy to the more expensive Luggage Concierge. What it Is: This partnership between FedEx and United Airlines allows passengers to schedule… Full Story »
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United Airlines Extends Full Content Distribution Agreement with Travelport
Asia Travel Tips &bull Aug 9, 2010
United Airlines has signed a two-year extension of their current full content agreement with Travelport that is designed to provide full content well into 2013, subject to the terms of the agreement. Through the extension of the agreement, all United… Full Story »
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