Travel Week in Review – July 7th, 2023

United Airlines is giving Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) a big glow-up with the opening of its hotly anticipated new lounge in the airport’s Terminal A. On Wednesday, the airline officially opened the doors to its newest United Club outpost, welcoming (some disgruntled) flyers into this oasis amid a very busy airport. The 15,000-square-foot location has been in the works for years, and it comes about six months after the inauguration of the spiffy new Terminal A. The new Terminal A opened in January. Read More…

First-time and seasoned cruisers alike often have burning questions when it comes to preparing for and getting the most out of their trip. This is why experts from Panache Cruises, the specialists in ultra-luxury cruises, are providing insight by addressing must-ask questions before boarding a ship. Once on-board, cruisers are encouraged to simply unpack, sit back and enjoy the experience. This is made much easier for cruisers who are prepared for the experience and are best-placed to get the most out of it. Read More…

After several weeks of weighing options, JetBlue has decided not to appeal a June court decree that the Northeast Alliance (NEA) with American Airlines conflicts with antitrust law. JetBlue issued a statement announcing its decision today, a month after its CEO Robin Hayes told Bloomberg that the airline hoped to try and find a way of continuing the NEA flights coordinated by the two airlines. Read More…

At its ongoing fifth session on June 24, the National Assembly of Vietnam authorized extending tourist e-visas from 30 to 90 days beginning August 15, 2023. An e-visa allows a foreigner to enter and depart the country an infinite number of times within 90 days without having to go through the visa application process again. Citizens of countries that have been unilaterally exempted from visa requirements by Vietnam will be allowed temporary residency. Read More…

Passengers who experienced delays overnight or those who did not make it to their destination at all will be eligible to receive the miles. United Airlines has given 30,000 miles to passengers who were affected by the carrier’s slew of cancellations and delays ahead of the Fourth of July holiday weekend. Travelers whose flights were canceled or delayed through June 24 through June 30 will receive the miles, the airline confirmed. Read More…