DELTA WEEKLY NEWS *NW WorldPerks members are now a part of the SkyMiles program - As part of the Northwest and Delta merger, effective this month, NW WorldPerks members are now a part of the SkyMiles program. WorldPerks members will receive their new SkyMiles numbers and credentials via email and direct mail. Notification will be staggered throughout the month of October, and upon receipt, members may begin using their new SkyMiles numbers immediately. *New Delta PHL-CDG Service Starts - Delta, in partnership with Air France, will operate nonstop service between Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) and Paris-Charles de Gaulle International Airport (CDG) five days a week until March 25 when daily service will be resumed. Check-in, departures and arrivals for the Delta-operated flight will take place in Terminal A East. Eligible passengers will have access to the Delta Sky Club which is located in Concourse A East. The new Delta flights will be operated with a B757 aircraft with in-flight entertainment on-demand at every seat. The BusinessElite experience features a menu by celebrity chef Michelle Bernstein; a reinvented wine program; full-size pillows and duvets; spacious seats; and power outlets and USB ports in BusinessElite and select Economy seats. DL196/AF8634 will depart Philadelphia at 6:35 p.m. and arrive at Paris Charles de Gaulle at 8:25 a.m. the next day. DL197AF8634 will depart Paris Charles de Gaulle at 1:30 p.m. and arrive at Philadelphia at 4:00 p.m. the same day. On Mondays and Wednesdays from Philadelphia, and Tuesdays and Thursdays from Paris, when directional nonstop service is unavailable, customers may choose from convenient Delta, KLM, Air France service that connects through one of Delta's nearby hubs. Check availability displays for complete details. For Philadelphia suburb customers, AF-operated Newark-CDG is a nonstop alternative. AIRLINES WARNED ON LIMITS FOR LOST BAGS The Transportation Department said Friday airlines can't arbitrarily limit reimbursement for travelers who have to replace necessities when bags are lost or delayed. The department noted that several airlines have policies saying they'll only reimburse passengers for necessities purchased more than 24 hours after they arrive without their baggage. They also limit payments to outbound trips, meaning customers foot the bill for replacing items lost on the flight back home. The agency said those policies violate federal rules requiring airlines to cover all expenses caused by lost or delayed baggage up to $3,300 per passenger on domestic flights. The Transportation Department said it would monitor the situation for 90 days and then take enforcement action against airlines that don't comply. Last month, the agency said it would fine Spirit Airlines up to $375,000 for a number of violations, including delaying payments for lost bags, only paying for bags lost on outbound legs of round trips, and only reimbursing passengers for expenses incurred at least 24 hours after their bag was lost. Airlines usually spell out their policies in the contract of carriage on their Web sites. For the largest six U.S. carriers — Delta, American, United, Continental, Southwest and US Airways — their policies clearly state they will cover up to the legally required $3,300. LUFTHANSA TO BRING BACK INFLIGHT WI-FI Lufthansa this week announced that it would relaunch its FlyNet inflight Internet service in mid-2010, following a more than three-year gap in offering passengers onboard broadband capabilities. Lufthansa did not disclose pricing for the service, though Lufthansa said that "various price models are planned, ranging from a one-hour flat rate to a monthly flat rate." Lufthansa also intends to allow frequent flyers to redeem award miles to use the service. Lufthansa CEO Wolfgang Mayrhuber in a statement this week said, "On long-haul routes, we offer business travelers, in particular, a range of communication options on par with those available at land-based hotspots or premium hotels."
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'101 Top Hotel Suites of the World' – Elite Traveler Sleek Reinvention A beacon of energy in the heart of downtown Dallas, The Joule is a tour-de-force of Adam D. Tihany's award-winning design and style situated in a revitalized 1920's Neo-Gothic building re-imagined for the contemporary traveler. Points of Distinction From the breezy sophistication of the cantilevered rooftop pool to the sultry, subterranean pull of the PM Nightlife Lounge, The Joule captures the creative spirit of a city in full bloom, infusing each space with contemporary glamour and artistry. A Return to Sophistication Each of the 129 sleek guestrooms and suites is a masterful expression of contemporary design juxtaposed against restored historic finishes. Rooms feature lacquered wood surfaces, richly appointed baths, and original photographs by Bram Tihany. The Ovation Preferred Hotel Partners Program rate at the Joule, A Luxury Collection Hotel is $229 (compared to a corporate rate of $269).*
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Built for the director of the Paris Opera in 1853 and once home to Balzac himself, the hotel is reminiscent of town houses of that period. Still a haven of peace and a shining example of Parisian chic, the Balzac Hotel is a blend of the elegant and the modern - an aesthetic feat deftly carried out by interior designer Anne-Marie Sabatier, who re-looked the sumptuous neo-Classical decor with precious and vibrant tones. Today, with personalized service provided by the majordomo and "Golden Key" concierges, the latest in modern technologies, splendid fabrics and period furniture, the Balzac Hotel invites guests to share in its elegance and French art de vivre. The Ovation Preferred Hotel Partners Program rate at Balzac Hotel is €270 (compared to a corporate rate of €275).*
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In the heart of the SoMa district, the city is in reach. Neighbors with the San Francisco Museum of Modern Art, W San Francisco faces the beautiful Yerba Buena gardens and is a short walk to Union Square's shops, Financial District & the Waterfront. Panoramic views of the Bay Bridge and the city skyline fill each of the 410 guest rooms. Take in the view from the SoMa district's newly renovated W San Francisco combining whimsical Asian influences like Chinese checkers and origami butterflies with the cloud-like comfort of the W signature bed. An oasis beckons. Unwind in the heated lap pool, Zen on the cabana-ringed outdoor terrace. Melt in Bliss Spa's 5,000 square foot tension-banning oasis. Then relax with the perfect XYZ elixir & warm to Paul Piscopo's delights at XYZ Restaurant. The Ovation Preferred Hotel Partners Program rate at the W San Francisco is $299 (compared to a corporate rate of $329).* OVATION PREFERRED HOTEL PARTNERS PROGRAM
Nestled in Washington, DC's fashionable Dupont Circle neighborhood, Hotel Madera is an intimate, elegant and classic boutique hotel that inspires conscious living. Housed in a historic 1960's building, the chic luxury hotel offers a stylish, sophisticated atmosphere and luxurious lifestyle amenities for both leisure and business travelers. * All rates are subject to availability. Ovation Corporate Travel |
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