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6 days ago | 
themanual.com | Mark Reif
United Airlines has added a dedicated dining area to its seven-year-old Polaris Lounge at Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR). The airline unveiled the 1,500-square-foot space on Wednesday, and it opens to the public today. The addition gives the lounge at EWR new pizzazz, offering travelers a luxurious space to recover and enjoy fine food.
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6 days ago | 
themanual.com | Mark Reif
Japanese Airline All Nippon Airways (ANA) has revealed new business class seating on its international Boeing 787-9 Dreamliners. ANA named the new seating product “The Room FX”, with “FX” denoting “Future Experience”. The airline will begin the cabin overhaul in 2026, which will include new seats in all classes.
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1 week ago | 
themanual.com | Mark Reif
This summer, American Airlines is using technology to enhance the travel experience. From trip planning to the day of travel, the airline’s tech solutions make every journey easier. Examples include a revised mobile app, new check-in kiosks, and more.
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1 week ago | 
flipboard.com | Mark Reif
2 days agoThe U.S. dollar doesn’t stretch as far this summer in most destinations around the world—but Argentina is a noteworthy exception, with the greenback buying 31% more than it did this time last year. Key Facts The U.S. dollar is up 31% against the Argentine peso compared to last year, largely due to …
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1 week ago | 
themanual.com | Mark Reif
Today, Capitol One opens its flagship lounge at New York’s John F. Kennedy International Airport. Located in Terminal 4, the 13,500-square-foot space is a tribute to New York City, with a focus on local vendors and NYC-inspired design. Details include a Manhattan-style bar, dining area inspired by Central Park, and 40 pieces of artwork by NYC artists. Visitors can enjoy sweeping views of the tarmac via large windows.
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1 week ago | 
themanual.com | Mark Reif
At the 2025 Skytrax World Airline Awards, Qatar Airways earned recognition as the World’s Best Airline for the ninth time. That’s more titles than any airline during the award’s existence, demonstrating the carrier’s continued excellence. Qatar Airways won several more awards Qatar AirwaysQatar Airways not only won the World’s Best Airline award but also took home honors in several categories, demonstrating its commitment to premium offerings.
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1 week ago | 
themanual.com | Mark Reif
A summer escape to Europe offers stunning sights and experiences, from the small towns of Italy’s Amalfi Coast to the ancient ruins of Greek Islands like Delos. This year, Delta is making the journey more special and timely, offering Delta One customers a final connection via private jet to Europe’s far reaches. Not only is that an experience in and of itself, but it eliminates the hassle of complex itineraries. Here’s what to know.
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1 week ago | 
themanual.com | Mark Reif
To celebrate World Oceans Month, Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines have collaborated with Lonely Whale on the short film, Seaweed Stories. During June, the inflight film will delve into the potential for marine plants to address plastic pollution and help ocean ecosystems thrive. The film includes narration by Forest Whitaker, with directorial duties handled by Jake Sumner.
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1 week ago | 
themanual.com | Mark Reif
This week, ultra-low fare carrier Frontier Airlines is launching six new routes from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL). The flights include domestic warm-weather getaways, Midwest cities, and an international destination. Not only that, but intro fares start at $49.
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1 week ago | 
themanual.com | Mark Reif
Following the debut of summer routes to Edinburgh, Scotland (EDI); Naples, Italy (NAP); and Venice, Italy (VCE), American Airlines is adding a taste of Europe to the inflight experience. Starting today, the reimagined inflight menu brings the flavors of Italy, France, Germany, and more. Travelers’ European experiences start at 35,000 ft.
