Passengers traveling through Washington Reagan National Airport (DCA), will begin to notice new steel frames and structures at the gate 35X. Construction hopes to be complete by the end of 2019. The Airport Authority have worked with American Airlines due to passenger growth and have listened to customer feedback to improve the 14-gate Concourse. The […]
Delta launched its first biometric terminal in 2019 and has since grown as the leader of biometrics with four new markets in less than a year. Biometrics is intended to make the airport less stressful and helps the traveler move through security with ease. However, if a traveler does not wish to use biometrics, they […]
Enterprise Holdings President and COO Christine Taylor, and SVP of Business Rental Sales and International Tour, Don Moore interviewed with Business Travel News and let them know some of the initiatives Enterprise will be focused on in 2019 and 2020. Taylor calls this the “total mobility package.” Enterprise has been heavily focused on the “customer […]
The Hyatt Place officially opened in early August, and boasts 88 rooms close to the “iconic coastline”. The property is owned by Paradigm Hotels Group, and is close to a variety of attractions, including multiple beaches, Universities, i.e. University of California, Santa Barbara, shopping, and restaurants. The Hyatt offers amenities such as free Wi-Fi in […]
Starting immediately, United Airlines has declared that MileagePlus miles will now never expire. This gives members a lifetime to use miles on flights, hotels, and experiences. United is making strides to help improve its already award-winning MileagePlus program, making it easier for customers to use and collect miles. These new rewards include: a new partnership […]
As Hurricane Dorian makes its way up the east coast, we are tracking its movements and any flight/ travel disruptions it may cause. As always, due to weather disruptions waivers are available on most airlines – ask your Omega representative. At the moment, Dorian is a Category 3 hurricane. Dorian continues on to impact Florida, […]
Hilton’s latest property in Denver is a dual-branded Tru by Hilton and Homewood Suites by Hilton Airport Tower Road. The hotel opens in the area due to the increased activity with tourism. For example, in 2018 alone, the Denver area welcomed more than 31 million visitors. Bill Duncan, global head, All Suites and Focused Service […]
United announced recently announced a brand new service route that includes Nice, France; Palermo, Italy, and Curacao. The airline also said travelers will have even more choices with additional flights to Amsterdam, London, Frankfurt, Zurich and will continue seasonal summer service including Athens, Greece; Naples, Italy; Porto, Portugal; and Barcelona, Spain. For travelers wanting to […]
The Federal Aviation Administration is getting close to issuing a re-certification for the Boeing 737 MAX to get the plane in flying shape once again. Most airlines have canceled flights and grounded the Boeing 737 MAX through November to be on the safe side. Throughout, Boeing representatives have stated the plane should be up in […]
Weather experts say the tropical storm may turn into a hurricane. Many airlines, including Delta, have recently issued weather waivers due to the super-storm. If you have questions regarding travel or if you get stuck, per usual contact your Omega Representative. So far, affected cities include Punta Cana, DO (PUJ), Port-au-Prince, HT (PAP), San Juan, […]
