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Air New Zealand Wins Airline of the Year…Again!
Some say that the third time’s a charm, but Air New Zealand pushes the envelope and they have now been honored with Airline of the Year for the fourth time. Air New Zealand CEO Christopher Luxon with AirlineRatings.com Editor-in-Chief Geoffrey Thomas Here at Esplanade, we have always been a proud partner of Air New Zealand, and… Read More
New Connector at LAX Makes Transit a Breeze
Exciting news out of LAX: a new connector has opened between Tom Bradley International Terminal (TBIT) and terminals 4 through 8! Gone are the days of riding a shuttle between terminals, only to face another long line of security. The new connector will make transferring between terminals a breeze, and passengers will stay behind security,… Read More
The Travel Lowdown: TSA Pre-Check
Rejoice TSA Pre-Check holders: Lufthansa just joined Etihad Airways as the only two airlines based outside of North America to offer TSA Pre-Check to flyers. This means that qualified passengers on Lufthansa flights departing from the US will now be able to go through expedited security screening. The TSA Pre-Check program has been steadily growing… Read More
Qantas now selling new non-stop San Francisco to Sydney flight
We are pleased to announce that Qantas new non-stop flights from San Francisco to Sydney are now available to book. Subject to government regulatory approval, flights will commence 18 December 2015. These flights will use the Qantas newer B747 aircraft, featuring their flagship interiors including fully flat beds in Business, spacious seats in Premium Economy with… Read More
New Documentation Requirements for Children traveling to South Africa
Before heading off on a family vacation to South Africa, make sure you have the proper documentation. Effective June 1, 2015, all travelers to and from South Africa under the age of 18 years must provide their birth certificate with the parents’ names in addition to their own passport. A certified copy may and should… Read More
Air New Zealand announces Houston to Auckland flights now on sale
Air New Zealand today announced that tickets are now on sale for its nonstop service from Houston, Texas to Auckland, New Zealand. The airline will operate its inaugural Houston-Auckland flight on Tuesday, Dec. 15, 2015. Air New Zealand will operate up to five return services per week, Tuesday through Friday, and on Sunday, using its… Read More
Air New Zealand flies non-stop from Houston!
Air New Zealand is thrilled to announce it will expand its North American presence by opening a fifth gateway this December. The airline will soon provide nonstop service between Houston, Texas and Auckland, New Zealand up to five times per week. Tickets are expected to go on sale in May, with flights commencing mid-December, 2015.… Read More
Air New Zealand announces December move to new LAX home
Air New Zealand customers will soon enjoy a more seamless experience in Los Angeles when the airline moves its airport operations to the newly refurbished Tom Bradley International Terminal on December 3, 2014. The move will provide the airline’s customers with better connectivity to ports within the US and all the benefits of a newer… Read More
An Update from our Preferred Airlines – SAA
South African Airways: South African Airways offers non-stop morning departures from New York to Johannesburg with industry-leading extra room seats – all economy seats have 34″ with a comfortable two, four, two seating arrangement. With extensive on demand entertainment and complimentary wines and spirits, South African Airways will have you in Johannesburg early morning for easy… Read More