News for Jetsetters

JetBlue Airways has announced a significant restructuring of its flight network, primarily affecting its operations in the Northeast. The airline is set to eliminate 14 routes and will cease operations in one city. These changes are part of a broader adjustment to the airline's schedule, with the first set of discontinued routes taking effect shortly after the holiday season in early January, followed by another set at the end of March.

Portugal's renowned hotel group, Octant Hotels, is set to tantalize taste buds with its latest gastronomic initiative, ‘Como em Casa’ (Like at Home). This monthly culinary event, spread across all eight of Octant Hotels' boutique properties, promises guests an authentic taste of Portugal, as it brings in local cooks to curate a three-course dinner that feels just ‘like at home’.

The European Union (EU) has announced that its long-awaited travel authorization system, known as the European Travel Information and Authorization System (ETIAS), is set to be launched in spring 2025. This decision follows a revised timeline adopted by the European Council.

Alaska Airlines has announced its plans to launch a direct route between New York's JFK Airport and Anchorage, Alaska, during the upcoming summer season. The airline will offer this daily service starting from June 13, 2024, and it will run until August 19, 2024.

The airline will utilize its two-class Boeing 737-8 aircraft for this route, making it the sole airline to offer a direct connection between New York and Anchorage. However, it's worth noting that Alaska Airlines will face competition from United Airlines, which operates a daily service between Newark and Anchorage.

In the picturesque setting of Los Cabos, Mexico, the renowned Hacienda del Mar (HDM) Los Cabos Resort is gearing up to host its annual Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) festival on November 2nd. This vibrant celebration, deeply rooted in Mexican heritage, promises to be an unforgettable experience for both tourists and locals.