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Delta Vacations has announced a new contest that has 12 awesome prizes. Now through November 19, 2022, you can enter to win 1 of 12 dream vacations in the Delta Vacations “Firsts that Last” contest .

Here are the details about the contest including how to enter.

Delta Vacations ‘Firsts That Last’ Contest

Now through November 19, 2022 , you can enter to win a fantastic vacation from Delta Vacations. There are 12 incredible destinations to choose from and 12 separate prizes will be awarded .

You’ll need to select which destination you’d like to visit when entering the contest — you can choose from the following:

• Athens and Crete, Greece
• Bora Bora, Tahiti
• Cape Town, South Africa
• Eagle Beach, Aruba
• Guanacaste, Costa Rica
• Las Vegas, Nevada
• London, England
• Montego Bay, Jamaica
• Orlando, Florida
• Riveria Maya, Mexico
• Rome, Italy
• Waikiki, Hawaii

Each trip includes round-trip airfare for 2 to 4 people, hotel accommodations, and some activities , but the specifics are different for each destination.

For example, the Waikiki grand prize includes airfare in Delta Comfort+ for 2 adults and 2 children to Waikiki, Hawaii, 5 nights at the Outrigger Waikiki Beach Resort , transfers from the resort to and from the airport, a surfing lesson, and a luau.

The prizes range in value from $4,000 to $22,000!

This contest requires a little more than just clicking a couple of buttons. First, head to the contest website , select the vacation destination you’d like to experience, then click Enter .

Then answer the 3 questions using 500 words or less for each answer. The questions are:

• Who comes with you on your dream vacation, and why?
• What are you most excited about from your first Delta Vacations experience?
• If you won this vacation, what do you think you’ll always remember about it?

Entries will be judged based on 3 criteria:

• How the statements emotionalized why the entrant needs a vacation (25%)
• The quality of the statements (25%)
• How much the statements fit the theme of “Firsts that Last” (50%)

Winners will be notified on or around December 1, 2022 , and travel must be completed by December 15, 2023.

Bottom Line: You need to choose which destination you’d like to visit before entering the Delta Vacations Firsts that Last contest, and there’s a limit of 1 entry per person.

The Delta Vacations “Firsts that Last” contest is open for entries through November 19, 2022. To enter you’ll need to pick which of the 12 destinations you’d like to visit and provide 3 separate statements about why you should win the trip.

Be sure to let us know in the comments if you’re a lucky winner!

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If you've dreamed of riding the waves in Waikiki or staying in an overwater bungalow in Bora Bora , Delta Vacations might be able to make your dreams come true. 

The airline's "Firsts That Last" contest is about one thing—trying new things or experiences for the first time to create memories that will last a lifetime. 

"We want customers to experience Delta Vacations in an unforgettable way—especially if it's their first time traveling with us," said Brian Canning, chief marketing, product, and customer experience officer for Delta Vacations, in a statement. "Going on vacation is more than just getting away; it's personal. Delta Vacations curates vacations to fit every traveler's needs, vacation style, and preference. We want travelers to experience the ease of planning a memorable vacation."

There are 12 vacation options worldwide, including the Waikiki and Bora Bora trips mentioned above. If those destinations don't suit your fancy, you can try for one of the other ten destinations— London , Cape Town , Guanacaste, Orlando , Rome , Greece , Las Vegas , Aruba , the Riviera Maya , and Montego Bay —each with its own signature experience.

In London, travelers can experience "The Making of Harry Potter," the official tour at Warner Bros. Studio. In Rome, the itinerary will include a private Vatican tour and an Italian cooking class. Travelers headed to Guanacaste will hike the Arenal Volcano, and those headed to Greece will delight in a cruise around the Saronic islands. Cape Town will host wine tours, Vegas will host helicopter and food tours, and the Riviera Maya will host a private Chichen Itza tour. Those interested in Montego Bay, Orlando, or Aruba can ride a boat in a bioluminescent bay, spend three days at Universal Studios, and take a natural pool jeep adventure, respectively. 

Each trip is worth anywhere between $4,000 to $22,000, and airfare, accommodations (for 2 to 4 people depending on the trip), and activities are all included. There will be 12 winners selected, one for each trip. Winners will be notified via email around Dec. 1, according to the contest's official rules.

To enter, head to DeltaVacationsFirstsThatLastContest.com , answer the questions, and cross your fingers. You have until 11:59 Eastern on Nov. 19, 2022, to enter. 

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ATLANTA , Nov. 10, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Delta Vacations is launching a new, can't miss contest that will send 12 lucky winners on trips to select destinations around the world. The "Firsts That Last" contest highlights 12 of Delta Vacations best experiences and gives the winning couples, friends, or families the chance to travel with Delta Vacations for the first time—or try something new— to create lasting memories.

From staying in an overwater bungalow in Bora Bora to going on a private tour of the Vatican in Italy , each of the 12 vacations is crafted around creating new, meaningful, and memorable first-time experiences. This is just a glimpse into the experiences Delta Vacations offers in more than 330 destinations worldwide. 

"We want customers to experience Delta Vacations in an unforgettable way—especially if it's their first time traveling with us," said Brian Canning, Chief Marketing, Product and Customer Experience Officer for Delta Vacations. "Going on vacation is more than just getting away, it's personal. Delta Vacations curates vacations to fit every traveler's needs, vacation style and preference. We want travelers to experience the ease of planning a memorable vacation."

To enter, participants will choose a destination from a provided list and answer corresponding questions detailing why they should win this "first" experience.  Entries can be submitted on DeltaVacationsFirstsThatLastContest.com .

The prize vacations range in value from $4,000 to $22,000 . All trips include the full Delta Vacations experience: airfare, accommodations for 2 or 4 people (depending on the prize vacation) and activities. Visit the contest webpage for more details on each prize and for the full official contest rules.

The contest is free to enter and it's open now until November 19, 2022 . If you can't wait to find out if you won, all packages are available for booking through Delta Vacations.

Bora Bora : Your First Overwater Bungalow

• Airfare: Roundtrip Delta One tickets for 2 people
• Accommodations: 6 nights in an Overwater Villa at Conrad Bora Bora Nui, 1 night at InterContinental Tahiti Resort & Spa
• Activities: Bora Bora Shark and Ray Watching - full day adventure

Rome, Italy : Your First Roman Holiday

• Airfare: Round-trip Comfort Plus tickets for 2 people
• Accommodations: 4 nights at Hotel Dei Mellini
• Activities: Private Vatican tour, Private Italian cooking class
• Transportation: 6-hours with private driver and round-trip transfers to/from destination airport and hotel

Guanacaste, Costa Rica : Your First Volcano Tour

• Hotel: 4 nights at The Springs Resort & Spa
• Activities: Guided hike near Arenal Volcano
• Transportation: Private round-trip transfers to/from destination airport and hotel

Athens, Greece : Your First Greek Island Cruise

• Accommodations: 3 nights at King George, a Luxury Collection Hotel in Athens , 3 nights at The Royal Senses Resort & Spa in Crete
• Activities: Athens city tour, Islands of the Saronic gulf cruise
• Transportation; Rental car for the duration of stay in Crete and round-trip transfers from Athens International Airport and hotel in Athens ; flight between Athens and Crete

Waikiki, Hawaii : Your First Epic Surf Wave

• Airfare: Round-trip Comfort Plus tickets for 4 people (2 adults, 2 children)
• Accommodations: 5 nights at Ritz Carlton Residences Waikiki
• Activities: Semi-private surf lesson, Hawaiian Luau experience

Cape Town, South Africa : Your First Wander in the Winelands

• Accommodations: 7 nights at Protea Hotel Breakwater Lodge Waterfront
• Activities: South African Winelands tour, Cape Town city tour

Eagle Beach, Aruba : Your First Carbon Neutral Stay

• Airfare: Roundtrip Main Cabin tickets for 2 people
• Accommodations: 5 nights at Bucuti & Tara Beach Resorts
• Activities: Sustainability resort tour, natural pool jeep adventure
• Transportation: Round-trip transfers to/from destination airport and hotel

London, England : Your First Bit of London Magic

• Airfare: Roundtrip Comfort Plus tickets for 2 people
• Accommodations: 4 nights at Radisson Blu Edwardian Mercer Street
• Activities: Secret Food Tour and Warner Bros. Studio Tour London – The Making of Harry Potter™

Las Vegas, Nevada : Your First Chopper Over the Canyon

• Airfare: Roundtrip Main Cabin for 2 people
• Accommodations: 4 nights at The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas
• Activities: Helicopter tour, Lip Smacking Foodie Tour

Riviera Maya, Mexico : Your First Peek into Mayan Ruins

• Accommodations: 4 nights at UNICO 20º87º Hotel Riviera Maya
• Activities: Private Chichen Itza tour

Montego Bay, Jamaica : Your First Glowing Midnight Swim

• Airfare: Roundtrip Main Cabin airfare for 2 people
• Accommodations: 4 nights at Excellence Oyster Bay
• Activities: Boat ride into the bioluminescent bay

Orlando, Florida : Your First Theme Park Thrill

• Airfare: Roundtrip Main Cabin tickets for 4 people (2 adults, 2 children)
• Accommodations: 4 nights at Universal's Loews Royal Pacific Resort
• Activities: 3-Day, 3-Park Universal Orlando Resort™ Park-to-Park Tickets

NO PURCHASE   NECESSARY . Open to legal residents of the 50 U.S./D.C., age 21+. Void outside the 50 U.S./D.C. and where prohibited. Contest Entry Period starts at 12:00:01 AM ET on 11/10/22; ends at 11:59:59 PM ET on 11/19/22. For full Official Rules, visit DeltaVacationsFirstsThatLastContest.com. Sponsor: Delta Vacations, 700 South Central Ave., Atlanta, GA 30354.

With more than 50 years in business, Delta Vacations — a Delta Air Lines company — is one of the largest vacation providers in the U.S. offering elevated, all-in-one, customized and flexible vacation experiences designed for SkyMiles® Members. With Delta Vacations, SkyMiles Members and Travel Advisors can choose memorable getaways that feature Delta's notable flight service to more than 330 destinations in 67 countries worldwide, combined with expertly curated hotels and activities, to truly Go Beyond the Flight. Delta Vacations has earned numerous industry awards including Travel Weekly Readers Choice Awards and the Stevie Awards for Sales and Customer Service. Customers can find more information about vacation offerings at delta.com/vacations , or by calling 1-800-800-1504. You can follow Delta Vacations on social media @deltavacations.

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Delta Vacations is launching a new, can't miss contest that will send 12 lucky winners on trips to select destinations around the world. The "Firsts That Last" contest highlights 12 of Delta Vacations best experiences and gives the winning couples, friends, or families the chance to travel with Delta Vacations for the first time—or try something new— to create lasting memories.

From staying in an overwater bungalow in Bora Bora to going on a private tour of the Vatican in Italy, each of the 12 vacations is crafted around creating new, meaningful, and memorable first-time experiences. This is just a glimpse into the experiences Delta Vacations offers in more than 330 destinations worldwide.

"We want customers to experience Delta Vacations in an unforgettable way—especially if it's their first time traveling with us," said Brian Canning, Chief Marketing, Product and Customer Experience Officer for Delta Vacations. "Going on vacation is more than just getting away, it's personal. Delta Vacations curates vacations to fit every traveler's needs, vacation style and preference. We want travelers to experience the ease of planning a memorable vacation."

To enter, participants will choose a destination from a provided list and answer corresponding questions detailing why they should win this "first" experience. Entries can be submitted on DeltaVacationsFirstsThatLastContest.com.

The prize vacations range in value from $4,000 to $22,000. All trips include the full Delta Vacations experience: airfare, accommodations for 2 or 4 people (depending on the prize vacation) and activities. Visit the contest webpage for more details on each prize and for the full official contest rules.

The contest is free to enter and it's open now until November 19, 2022. If you can't wait to find out if you won, all packages are available for booking through Delta Vacations.

Delta Vacations 'First that Last' Prize Vacations Bora Bora: Your First Overwater Bungalow

Airfare: Roundtrip Delta One tickets for 2 people Accommodations: 6 nights in an Overwater Villa at Conrad Bora Bora Nui, 1 night at InterContinental Tahiti Resort & Spa Activities: Bora Bora Shark and Ray Watching - full day adventure Rome, Italy: Your First Roman Holiday

Airfare: Round-trip Comfort Plus tickets for 2 people Accommodations: 4 nights at Hotel Dei Mellini Activities: Private Vatican tour, Private Italian cooking class Transportation: 6-hours with private driver and round-trip transfers to/from destination airport and hotel Guanacaste, Costa Rica: Your First Volcano Tour

Airfare: Round-trip Comfort Plus tickets for 2 people Hotel: 4 nights at The Springs Resort & Spa Activities: Guided hike near Arenal Volcano Transportation: Private round-trip transfers to/from destination airport and hotel Athens, Greece: Your First Greek Island Cruise

Airfare: Round-trip Comfort Plus tickets for 2 people Accommodations: 3 nights at King George, a Luxury Collection Hotel in Athens, 3 nights at The Royal Senses Resort & Spa in Crete Activities: Athens city tour, Islands of the Saronic gulf cruise Transportation; Rental car for the duration of stay in Crete and round-trip transfers from Athens International Airport and hotel in Athens; flight between Athens and Crete Waikiki, Hawaii: Your First Epic Surf Wave

Airfare: Round-trip Comfort Plus tickets for 4 people (2 adults, 2 children) Accommodations: 5 nights at Ritz Carlton Residences Waikiki Activities: Semi-private surf lesson, Hawaiian Luau experience Transportation: Private round-trip transfers to/from destination airport and hotel Cape Town, South Africa: Your First Wander in the Winelands

Airfare: Round-trip Comfort Plus tickets for 2 people Accommodations: 7 nights at Protea Hotel Breakwater Lodge Waterfront Activities: South African Winelands tour, Cape Town city tour Transportation: Private round-trip transfers to/from destination airport and hotel Eagle Beach, Aruba: Your First Carbon Neutral Stay

Airfare: Roundtrip Main Cabin tickets for 2 people Accommodations: 5 nights at Bucuti & Tara Beach Resorts Activities: Sustainability resort tour, natural pool jeep adventure Transportation: Round-trip transfers to/from destination airport and hotel London, England: Your First Bit of London Magic

Airfare: Roundtrip Comfort Plus tickets for 2 people Accommodations: 4 nights at Radisson Blu Edwardian Mercer Street Activities: Secret Food Tour and Warner Bros. Studio Tour London – The Making of Harry Potter™ Transportation: Round-trip transfers to/from destination airport and hotel Las Vegas, Nevada: Your First Chopper Over the Canyon

Airfare: Roundtrip Main Cabin for 2 people Accommodations: 4 nights at The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas Activities: Helicopter tour, Lip Smacking Foodie Tour Transportation: Private round-trip transfers to/from destination airport and hotel Riviera Maya, Mexico: Your First Peek into Mayan Ruins

Airfare: Roundtrip Main Cabin tickets for 2 people Accommodations: 4 nights at UNICO 20º87º Hotel Riviera Maya Activities: Private Chichen Itza tour Transportation: Round-trip transfers to/from destination airport and hotel Montego Bay, Jamaica: Your First Glowing Midnight Swim

Airfare: Roundtrip Main Cabin airfare for 2 people Accommodations: 4 nights at Excellence Oyster Bay Activities: Boat ride into the bioluminescent bay Transportation: Round-trip transfers to/from destination airport and hotel Orlando, Florida: Your First Theme Park Thrill

Airfare: Roundtrip Main Cabin tickets for 4 people (2 adults, 2 children) Accommodations: 4 nights at Universal's Loews Royal Pacific Resort Activities: 3-Day, 3-Park Universal Orlando Resort™ Park-to-Park Tickets NO PURCHASE NECESSARY. Open to legal residents of the 50 U.S./D.C., age 21+. Void outside the 50 U.S./D.C. and where prohibited. Contest Entry Period starts at 12:00:01 AM ET on 11/10/22; ends at 11:59:59 PM ET on 11/19/22. For full Official Rules, visit DeltaVacationsFirstsThatLastContest.com. Sponsor: Delta Vacations, 700 South Central Ave., Atlanta, GA 30354.

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Delta Vacations Contest: "Firsts that Last"

Wanna travel the world for the first time? Delta Vacations has a new contest that will send 12 lucky winners on trips to select destinations around the world. The "Firsts That Last" contest highlights some of Delta Vacations best experiences and gives the winners the chance to travel with Delta Vacations for the first time—or try something new— to create lasting memories. The contest runs from 11/11/2022 to 11/19/2022. 

From staying in an overwater bungalow in Bora Bora to going on a private tour of the Vatican in Italy, each of the 12 vacations is crafted around creating new, meaningful, and memorable first-time experiences. This is just a glimpse into the experiences Delta Vacations offers in more than 330 destinations worldwide. 

"We want customers to experience Delta Vacations in an unforgettable way—especially if it's their first time traveling with us," said Brian Canning, Chief Marketing, Product and Customer Experience Officer for Delta Vacations. "Going on vacation is more than just getting away, it's personal. Delta Vacations curates vacations to fit every traveler's needs, vacation style and preference. We want travelers to experience the ease of planning a memorable vacation."

To enter, participants will choose a destination from a provided list and answer corresponding questions detailing why they should win this "first" experience.  Entries can be submitted on DeltaVacationsFirstsThatLastContest.com .  The prize vacations range in value from $4,000 to $22,000. All trips include the full Delta Vacations experience: airfare, accommodations for 2 or 4 people (depending on the prize vacation) and activities. Visit the contest webpage for more details on each prize and for the full official contest rules.

Bora Bora: Your First Overwater Bungalow

• Airfare: Roundtrip Delta One tickets for 2 people
• Accommodations: 6 nights in an Overwater Villa at Conrad Bora Bora Nui, 1 night at InterContinental Tahiti Resort & Spa
• Activities: Bora Bora Shark and Ray Watching - full day adventure

Rome, Italy: Your First Roman Holiday

• Airfare: Round-trip Comfort Plus tickets for 2 people
• Accommodations: 4 nights at Hotel Dei Mellini
• Activities: Private Vatican tour, Private Italian cooking class
• Transportation: 6-hours with private driver and round-trip transfers to/from destination airport and hotel

Guanacaste, Costa Rica: Your First Volcano Tour

• Hotel: 4 nights at The Springs Resort & Spa
• Activities: Guided hike near Arenal Volcano
• Transportation: Private round-trip transfers to/from destination airport and hotel

Athens, Greece: Your First Greek Island Cruise

• Accommodations: 3 nights at King George, a Luxury Collection Hotel in Athens, 3 nights at The Royal Senses Resort & Spa in Crete
• Activities: Athens city tour, Islands of the Saronic gulf cruise
• Transportation; Rental car for the duration of stay in Crete and round-trip transfers from Athens International Airport and hotel in Athens; flight between Athens and Crete

Waikiki, Hawaii: Your First Epic Surf Wave

• Airfare: Round-trip Comfort Plus tickets for 4 people (2 adults, 2 children)
• Accommodations: 5 nights at Ritz Carlton Residences Waikiki
• Activities: Semi-private surf lesson, Hawaiian Luau experience

Cape Town, South Africa: Your First Wander in the Winelands

• Accommodations: 7 nights at Protea Hotel Breakwater Lodge Waterfront
• Activities: South African Winelands tour, Cape Town city tour

Eagle Beach, Aruba: Your First Carbon Neutral Stay

• Airfare: Roundtrip Main Cabin tickets for 2 people
• Accommodations: 5 nights at Bucuti & Tara Beach Resorts
• Activities: Sustainability resort tour, natural pool jeep adventure
• Transportation: Round-trip transfers to/from destination airport and hotel

London, England: Your First Bit of London Magic

• Airfare: Roundtrip Comfort Plus tickets for 2 people
• Accommodations: 4 nights at Radisson Blu Edwardian Mercer Street
• Activities: Secret Food Tour and Warner Bros. Studio Tour London – The Making of Harry Potter™

Las Vegas, Nevada: Your First Chopper Over the Canyon

• Airfare: Roundtrip Main Cabin for 2 people
• Accommodations: 4 nights at The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas
• Activities: Helicopter tour, Lip Smacking Foodie Tour

Riviera Maya, Mexico: Your First Peek into Mayan Ruins

• Accommodations: 4 nights at UNICO 20º87º Hotel Riviera Maya
• Activities: Private Chichen Itza tour

Montego Bay, Jamaica: Your First Glowing Midnight Swim

• Airfare: Roundtrip Main Cabin airfare for 2 people
• Accommodations: 4 nights at Excellence Oyster Bay
• Activities: Boat ride into the bioluminescent bay

Orlando, Florida: Your First Theme Park Thrill

• Airfare: Roundtrip Main Cabin tickets for 4 people (2 adults, 2 children)
• Accommodations: 4 nights at Universal's Loews Royal Pacific Resort
• Activities: 3-Day, 3-Park Universal Orlando Resort™ Park-to-Park Tickets

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All Awards are subject to availability, and additional taxes and fees may apply. See Membership Guide & Program Rules for details.

Awards are subject to capacity controls. Awards may require higher prices depending on routing rules and restrictions. Exceptions to these rules may require additional mileage or taxes and fees. Travel to all destinations within region may not be available at lowest price. Not all countries within region are serviced by Delta and/or partner airlines. Taxes and fees for Award Travel are the responsibility of the passenger and must be paid at the time the ticket is issued. The payment of any taxes, fees, and other government-, airport- or carrier-imposed charges is the responsibility of the passenger. Award redemption requires payment of at least $11.20 in U.S. government taxes and fees for domestic itineraries and may include up to $600 for foreign government taxes and fees and/or carrier-imposed fees for international itineraries.

Award seats may be limited and not available on all Delta Connection flights. Offers and benefits subject to change without notice. Other restrictions may apply.

Award Tickets issued by Delta Reservation Sales over the phone, in person at a ticket office or airport ticket counter, may be subject to a direct ticketing charge . Charges only apply to tickets issued in select European countries and may be waived upon request. Charges are waived for all other points of sale.

In some cases, seat assignments are made automatically based upon your preference for a window or aisle seat, noted in My Profile . We will request seat assignments when traveling on an airline partner at the time of ticketing. Seat assignments may not always be confirmed at the time of the request. Contact the airline partner directly for seat requests. If your seating preference is not available, "NA" will appear in the "Seat Assignment" column of your itinerary. In this case, you will receive your seat during check-in on the date of departure or you can go to Itineraries to select a seat. We accommodate the seating requirements of customers with certain types of disabilities. This could result in the occasional need to change another individual's pre-assigned seat, with bulkhead seats being particularly subject to reassignment.

Travel with Miles on Partner Airlines

Book Award Travel through delta.com with:

• Aerolineas Argentinas
• China Eastern
• China Airlines
• China Southern
• Garuda Indonesia
• Hawaiian Airlines
• KLM Royal Dutch Airlines
• Mandarin Airlines
• Middle East Airlines
• Saudia Airlines
• Shanghai Airlines
• Tarom Airlines
• Vietnam Airlines
• Virgin Atlantic
• Xiamen Airlines

Contact Delta Reservations for Award Travel on:

• Air Tahiti Nui
• Czech Airlines
• Kenya Airways

There are no blackout dates on Delta-operated flights. Blackout dates may apply on partner airline-operated flights and are defined by individual carriers .

Partner Airline Redemption for Members Residing in Japan:

Medallion Members or Delta SkyMiles Credit Card (issued in Japan) Members residing in Japan may redeem miles toward Award Travel on Skymark flights throughout Japan.

Routes/Destinations: Haneda, Kobe, Nagoya, Sapporo, Fukuoka, Kagoshima, Nagasaki, Naha and Ibaraki. Check flight schedule with Skymark Airlines , prior to submitting the request.

SEGMENTS AVAILABLE

• Fukuoka (FUK) - Naha (Okinawa, OKA)
• Haneda (HND) - Kobe (UKB)
• Kagoshima (KOJ) - Amami (ASJ)
• Kobe (UKB) - Ibaraki (IBR)
• Kobe (UKB) - Kagoshima (KOJ)
• Kobe (UKB) - Nagasaki (NGS)
• Kobe (UKB) - Naha (Okinawa, OKA)
• Kobe (UKB) - Sendai (SDJ)
• Naha (Okinawa, OKA) - Shimojishima(SHI)
• Central Japan International (Nagoya, NGO) - Kagoshima (KOJ)
• Central Japan International (Nagoya, NGO) - Naha (Okinawa, OKA)
• Central Japan International (Nagoya, NGO) - New Chitose (Sapporo, CTS)
• Fukuoka (FUK) - New Chitose (Sapporo, CTS)
• Haneda (HND) - Fukuoka (FUK)
• Haneda (HND) - Kagoshima (KOJ)
• Haneda (HND) - Naha (Okinawa, OKA)
• Haneda (HND) - New Chitose (Sapporo, CTS)
• Haneda (HND) - Shimojishima(SHI)
• Ibaraki (IBR) - Fukuoka (FUK)
• Ibaraki (IBR) - Naha (Okinawa, OKA)
• Ibaraki (IBR) - New Chitose (Sapporo, CTS)
• Kobe (UKB) - New Chitose (Sapporo, CTS)
• Kobe (UKB) - Shimojishima(SHI)

Skymark Terms & Conditions

• SkyMiles Medallion Members or Delta SkyMiles Credit Card (issued in Japan) Members, residing in Japan, may redeem miles toward Award Travel on Skymark flights throughout Japan. SkyMiles Medallion Members or Delta SkyMiles Credit Card Members cannot earn miles on their Skymark Award ticket. Supplemental card holder is not eligible for this offer. New Card Members are eligible to redeem miles for this offer after two months of activity on their card.
• Award Travel on Skymark is available on the segments listed above in Economy/Main Cabin Class in a booking class Skymark determines and currently on sale on the Skymark website. Travel must be booked at least 14 days prior to departure. Award Seats on Skymark are limited and may not be available on all flights or markets.
• Booking is available for travels through October 26, 2024
• February 2, 2024 – February 13, 2024 (for flights between New Chitose (Sapporo, CTS) and Haneda (HND), Ibaraki (IBR), Kobe (UKB), Fukuoka (FUK), and Central Japan International (Nagoya, NGO) )
• February 9, 2024 – February 13, 2024 (for all flights other than HND-CTS,IBR-CTS,UKB-CTS,NGO-CTS,FUK-CTS)
• March 19, 2024 – March 30, 2024
• April 26, 2024 – April 30, 2024
• May 1, 2024 – May 7, 2024
• July 12, 2024 – July 16, 2024
• August 8, 2024 – August 19, 2024
• September 13, 2024 – September 17, 2024
• September 20, 2024 – September 24, 2024
• October 11, 2024 – October 15, 2024
• Once your booking is confirmed, Delta will deduct the required miles from your SkyMiles account usually within 24 hours and a Skymark Confirmation Number with the flight details itinerary will be sent to the e-mail address provided when the booking was requested. If your ticket is not confirmed or additional information is needed, you will be emailed within 72 hours after the request is submitted. 
• You cannot check or view your Award Travel itinerary on Skymark website.
• A request response email of your Skymark award flight will be sent to the email address you provide on the online booking form within 72 hours after your submission of the request form. Skymark tickets are “ticketless” meaning no paper or electronic tickets will be issued after booking is complete. Once you receive the confirmation email, show the email to the Skymark check-in counter, and a boarding pass will be issued at the counter. 
• With your Skymark Confirmation Number, make sure to check in between 2 hours – 20 minutes prior to departure for your Skymark Award Travel at an auto check-in machine. If you do not meet the check-in window, you will not be able to travel on the scheduled flight. 
• Award Travel redemption on Skymark is not combinable with itineraries on any other carrier's flights, including with Delta or any other Airline Partner.
• Adults must enter their age as of the date of flight.
• Infant and children must travel with adult. Infant and children cannot travel alone. Infant is defined as a person of 0-2 years old and does not occupy a seat, and child is defined as a person of 3-11 years old.  The same award redemption level is required for children as adult. No miles are needed for infant not occupying a seat but only one infant is allowed to travel with one adult.
• One (1) infant must travel with at least one (1) adult. Please contact Skymark for more details about infant and child passengers.
• Waitlist is not permitted for Award Travel on Skymark.
• Upgrade is not permitted.
• Open-jaw travel is not permitted.
• One-way travel is permitted. One-way travel requires the same award redemption level as roundtrip.
• Return trips cannot be left open when making reservations. All flights must be confirmed before SkyMiles Award tickets can be issued. 
• Cancellation and changes are not permitted once the booking is confirmed. Redeposit of miles is not permitted. Award Travel has no cash value.
• If you miss a Skymark flight due to a flight delay or cancellation, Skymark will put you on the next flight with seats available only if you show a certificate proving the delay or cancellation of the original itinerary. If you do not use your Skymark flight due to a flight delay or cancellation, mileage will not be redeposited to your SkyMiles account, and Delta or Skymark will not provide a cash refund. 
• The number of seats available for this offer may be limited and are subject to availability.
• Passenger facility charges, fuel surcharge, security fees, any applicable taxes are the responsibility of the user.
• Redemption award level is subject to change without prior notice. Please refer to the Redemption Level for details.
• If you need any special assistance or arrangement, please contact Skymark. Please note that the special assistance or arrangement is subject to availability.
• An ID (Drivers license, Passport, Health insurance card, Student ID card, Basic resident register card, Resident card, Full copy of a person's family register, Abstract of a person's family register, Certificate of alien registration, War injury and sickness certificate, Mentally disabled person's certificate or Pension book) of the traveler is required when the customer checks-in the Skymark flight.
• Skymark terms and conditions apply .
• For luggage requirements and restrictions, please visit Skymark or contact Skymark.  
• Other restrictions may apply.
• Delta has the final authority in the interpretation of these rules.

Additional Terms & Conditions

Award Tickets on partner airlines may require higher rates or a Saturday night stay. Some airline partners impose a surcharge on Award redemptions for travel on their airline. These charges when applicable are the responsibility of the passenger and will be collected at the time of booking. Partner airline benefits are subject to change and subject to terms and conditions of each partner. Skymark operates on a Boeing 737-800.

If a flight is delayed or cancelled, Skymark is not responsible for ground transportation to/from the airport. Please visit Skymark , opens in a new window for details.

Food and beverages are not provided on Skymark flights. You can purchase soft drinks with 100 yen per drink or an alcoholic beverage with 200-300 yen per drink.

Book with Delta Vacations

Go Beyond the Flight with Delta Vacations. Your miles are now worth at least 15% more* to every destination at any time when you use them toward a Delta Vacations package booked through Delta Vacations. Use your miles to pay for just a portion or your entire vacation. With Delta Vacations you can choose from flights, expertly curated stays, rides and activities all over the world all in one place. Plus, you will still earn miles as you redeem them! 

• Visit Delta Vacations to customize your vacation package
• Enter your SkyMiles number
• During the “Review & Purchase” step, choose miles as your payment type. Keep in mind, only one SkyMiles account can be used for redemption
• Enter the amount of miles to redeem. Your mileage discount should appear in the payment overview
• Select ‘Complete Purchase’ 

* As compared to the mileage value with Delta Vacations prior to July 10, 2023.

• You can use your miles for yourself and everyone who is traveling with you, as long as they’re on the same reservation.
• There is no minimum or maximum number of miles, no blackout dates, and you don’t need a promo code. 
• You can use miles on any vacation package type. 
• When booking online, you can redeem up to 999,999 miles on flight and hotel packages to any Delta Vacations destination. To redeem more than 999,999 miles, please contact Delta Vacations at 1-800-800-1504.
• All SkyMiles Program rules apply. To review the rules, please visit delta.com/memberguide . To review rules for Delta Vacations mileage redemption, please visit delta.com/vacations-usemiles .

You can now use your miles to book your next hotel stay or vacation rental when you book with Delta Stays.  

How to Book with Delta Stays  

• Log into your SkyMiles account (either on delta.com or the Delta Stays platform)
• Click the "Book Now" button below to launch Delta Stays
• Select "Pay with miles" when searching for your hotel stay or vacation rental 
• Search the available inventory shown  
• Make your selection(s), complete your booking and enjoy your stay

General Terms and Conditions:

• Delta’s online booking engine for stays is powered and serviced by Expedia and is accessible via delta.com, delta.com/hotels, delta.com/stays or directly at travelextras-delta.com.
• Standard Mileage Offer: SkyMiles® Members will earn two (2) miles per US$1 or equivalent foreign currency spent at travelextras-delta.com on the base hotel or vacation rental rate for a completed stay. Base rate is the cost of the hotel room or vacation rental property, before taxes and fees, charged at the time of booking. Taxes and fees, gratuities, room service, other incidental charges, and insurance costs are excluded from mileage credit. Miles will not be awarded on any portion of the stay paid for using miles.
• Mileage can only be credited to the SkyMiles Member if the name on the booking matches the name of the SkyMiles account provided.
• SkyMiles number should be provided at the time of booking.
• Only one SkyMiles number can be provided per booking.
• Please allow up to 8 weeksn after completion of eligible stay for miles to be deposited in SkyMiles account.
• If mileage credit has not been recorded on your SkyMiles account within 8 weeksafter qualifying activity occurs, please  contact us  and select: Request Refund or Miles > Mileage Credit > Partners
• Requests for mileage credit will be accepted up to 6 months from check out date.
• Stays completed prior to enrollment into SkyMiles will not be eligible for mileage credit.
• Hotel currency or status are subject to each respective Hotel guest program and may not be applicable for bookings made on travelextras-delta.com.
• Miles awarded are bonus miles, and do not count toward Million Miler Status.
• Unless otherwise expressly specified as part of a limited time offer (which is subject to the terms and conditions of such offer), spend on completed stays does not count toward Medallion Qualification Dollars.

Redeeming Miles for Stays:

• For certain pay now hotel and vacation rental properties, SkyMiles Members have the option to pay for all or a portion of their booking using miles earned through the SkyMiles Program.
• There is no minimum number of miles needed to redeem for a stay, but if you would like to book your stay using only miles, your mileage balance must equal or exceed the total of your booking.
• If you do not have enough miles to pay for your entire stay, you can split your transaction using both miles and a credit/debit card for payment. When prompted, enter how many miles you would like to use for that booking; the remaining value (after subtracting the miles used) will be reflected as USD and must be paid using a credit or debit card.
• You must be logged-in to your SkyMiles account to complete a purchase when using miles.
• You may not combine miles from two or more accounts on a single transaction. Miles used may only come from one SkyMiles account.
• Miles will be deducted at the time of purchase from the SkyMiles account provided and will appear as “Delta Stays”.
• If permitted under the terms of your booking, refunds will be made to the original form of payment less any fees and charges, where applicable. If your booking was made using both miles and a credit/debit card, then the portion of your booking made with miles will be refunded as miles to your SkyMiles account and the credit/debit portion will be refunded to the original card used in the booking.
• If you change or alter your booking resulting in additional costs and charges, any charges must be paid using a credit card or debit card.
• Miles will not be awarded on any portion of the stay paid for using miles.
• Resort fees, gratuities, room service, and any third-party fees or charges, including those incurred while traveling, are in addition to the fees and charges of your original reservation and are not eligible to be paid for with miles.
• Delta reserves the right to cancel any stays bookings due to insufficient miles in your account, suspicion of fraud, violation(s) of the SkyMiles Program Rules, or termination of your SkyMiles account.
• Delta may change, suspend, or terminate the redemption program (including but not limited to any benefits and conditions of participation), in whole or in part, at any time with or without notice.

Miles + Cash

Don’t have enough miles for the flight you want? Available on select flights, Miles + Cash gives you the flexibility to pay for a flight using a combination of miles and dollars.

HOW TO USE MILES + CASH:

• Choose your flight
• Change the ‘Show Price In’ setting from “miles” to “Miles + Cash”
• Select your flight(s), complete your purchase and you’re on your way

Miles + Cash is offered worldwide only on flights operated by Delta, Delta Connection and Delta Shuttle. Remember, tickets purchased using Miles + Cash are Award Tickets and are subject to all the limitations of Award Tickets. They are not eligible to earn miles, and mileage purchases in Miles + Cash transactions are nonrefundable. All Award ticket change fees apply. In the event of ticket changes or cancellations, miles, including miles purchased as part of a Miles + Cash transaction, will be redeposited in the Member’s SkyMiles account.

Pay with Miles

Take a shortcut to your next adventure by using Pay with Miles*. Exclusively for Delta SkyMiles American Express Card Members, Pay with Miles is a Card benefit that gives you more flexibility by taking dollars off of Delta tickets or allowing you to use miles when you don’t have quite enough to cover the full ticket. Not yet a Card Member and based in the U.S. or its territories? Learn more about The Delta SkyMiles American Express Cards  here . 

HOW TO PAY WITH MILES 

• Log in at delta.com
• Go to Book a Trip
• Select flights marked as “Pay with Miles eligible”
• On the ‘Trip Summary’ page, choose “Pay with Miles” and pay with miles, money or a combination of both
• After you make your selection, continue booking your ticket
• If you choose to pay for a fare with both miles and a credit card, use your Delta SkyMiles American Express Card to pay for the remaining ticket price

Not U.S.-based? You may be eligible to use Pay with Miles internationally if you’re a SkyMiles Credit Card Member in certain countries. Learn more .

HOW DOES IT WORK*?

Pay with Miles is an exclusive benefit for Delta SkyMiles American Express Card Members.  This benefit allows Card Members to use their miles, starting at just 5,000 miles, to discount the price of Delta tickets.  Regardless of ticket price, a Card Member can reduce the cost of their ticket by up to $50 for every 5,000 miles. For example, redeeming 10,000 of your miles takes $100 off your fare, 15,000 miles takes $150 off, 20,000 miles takes $200 off, etc.

For example: a Card Member who currently has 22,000 miles in their SkyMiles account selects a round-trip flight from Atlanta, GA to Washington, D.C. for $250 total fare. By using Pay with Miles, the Card Member can redeem 20,000 miles to reduce the ticket cost by $200. The Card Member would then pay $50 and 20,000 miles for the ticket.

Frequently Asked Questions

There is no fee for using your Pay with Miles benefit.

As long as you have sufficient miles in your account, there is no limit on the number of times you can use your Pay with Miles benefit—use it as often as you like.

There is no cap on the amount of miles you can use. If you have enough miles, you can pay for your entire ticket price using miles.

Yes, you may use Pay with Miles to book someone else's ticket. You can use Pay with Miles for multiple tickets—you just need to have 5,000 miles per passenger available and they must be on the same itinerary.

If you do not have the minimum 5,000 miles per passenger available in your account, you will not see Pay with Miles as an option to purchase your ticket after selecting your flights. Pay with Miles is only available for Delta Air Lines (not partner airline) flights. You also must log into delta.com to see the Pay with Miles option.

Pay with Miles is a benefit of Delta SkyMiles American Express Cards where you can use miles to pay for all or part of the price of eligible flights. It is always available as a payment option on all Delta operated flights as long as you have 5,000 miles in your SkyMiles account. Pay with Miles always has a value of up to $50 per 5,000 miles for Card Members. Miles + Cash is a redemption option on Award Tickets offered to all SkyMiles members where you can pay for your flight using a combination of miles and dollars.

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Fact check: No, Delta Air Lines is not giving away $1,000 credit to women age 40 and older

The claim: Delta Air Lines is giving $1,000 credit to women 40 and older 

An April 10 Facebook post ( direct link , archive link ) claims women over a certain age can take advantage of a major promotion from one of the nation's biggest airlines.

"Delta's First-Class Seats are often Empty," reads the post. "Delta offers $1000 Delta Credit to women over 40 to occupy those seats! Answer 4 questions to get the 1000." 

The post was shared more than 50 times in less than two weeks. Other versions of the claim racked up hundreds of additional shares .

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Our rating: False

Delta Air Lines is not offering any such promotion. The posts are scams, and the websites direct Facebook users to answer a series of questions and submit personal information. None of the pages touting the supposed promotion are affiliated with Delta.

Delta may offer money for overbooked flights, but not just for women over 40

No such offer is mentioned in  Delta's official   social media accounts , website or news releases .

The pages touting the promotion do not have a blue verified check mark , which Facebook uses to identify authentic brand accounts and can be seen on Delta's official Facebook page . They were also created the same day the scam posts appeared, another sign of illegitimacy.

The links in the posts direct Facebook users to a website, unaffiliated with Delta, that asks them a series of questions, then prompts them to select one of 12 gift boxes. After selecting one with a gift card inside of it, they are asked for personal information, including their phone number and mailing address. 

Fact check: Delta debunks rumor that vaccinated pilot died mid-flight

Though the particular promotion mentioned in the posts is false, the airline does at times offer money to travelers. 

Its customer commitment policy says in the event of an oversold flight, the airline will offer compensation for those who voluntarily give up their seat. The offer allows customers to select from a choice of gift cards, which includes Delta gift cards that can be used to book future flights. 

In 2022, passengers reported the airline offered $10,000 to each person who did so on an oversold flight from Michigan to Minnesota, as reported by USA TODAY . 

USA TODAY previously debunked a similar claim that Amtrak was giving free one-year passes to women 40 and older. 

USA TODAY reached out to Delta and users who shared the claim for comment but did not immediately receive a response. 

Our fact-check sources: 

• Delta, accessed April 26, Facebook page 
• Delta, accessed April 26, Twitter account 
• Delta, accessed April 26, News releases  
• Fly anywhere Facebook page, accessed April 22, Page Transparency

Thank you for supporting our journalism. You can subscribe to our print edition, ad-free app or electronic newspaper replica here .

Our fact-check work is supported in part by a grant from Facebook. 

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Travel contests

Win exclusive prizes & luxury holidays in my pick of the best luxury travel contests & sweepstakes on the internet. This list is weekly updated & sent out by email in my newsletter on the first Friday of the month. You can sign up for my  newsletter (3x/week) by entering your email address in the box on the right side (desktop) or bottom (tablet, smart phone) of this page. You can also follow me on Instagram , Twitter , Facebook , and Tumblr .

• Eligibility: open to all
• End date: April 30, 2024
• Enter the travel contest: click  here
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• Eligibility: open to residents of Canada, the United States of America, Australia and the United Kingdom.
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102 Comments

This is a very nice thing for giving people the chance to see nature’ beatifulness and aspecialy for those who cant afford it

wow u have amazing trips to visit

Looking forward to win

notify me pls

Sounds cool

Why can’t I put Australia in the Bali contest that is open to all?

I know the answer to Bali contest but at the end it’s not for an Indian

thank you for catching that. I corrected the mistakes.

Who told you that at the end its not for indian? i participated that contest and submitted my entry with right answer.

Some links took me to the hotel homepage rather than the contests. Otherwise, great work!

Thank you once again for these. I am unable to enter the “AMAZING CONTEST Soneva” contest. The page says that, “page could not be found.” Please may you help with that. I’d really love to enter that one. Thanks

I have updated the link (with Soneva’s Instagram page, which gives more info on the contest).

You informed: “Win a luxury summer escape to Ibiza, Spain (…) Eligibility: open to all …” But its terms and conditions indicates: “ELIGIBILITY: (…) 2.This Competition is only open to residents of the UK who are aged 18 years or (…)” Regards, P. Espinosa .

I would like to participate in the Soneva contest… I have been looking for on Soneva website, I found some videos for each month, but I dont see how “like” the video of the month. Could you please tell me where is the video of the month that I should like, tags, etc to enter the contest. Maybe if you could add a direct link would be great. Thanks! Amazing page! Amazing YT videos! Simply the best!

This is Soneva’s current video of the month: https://www.instagram.com/p/BnMjezNj3lo/?hl=nl&taken-by=discoversoneva

Hello from Greece! Why the best of your giveaways are open only to US and UK citizens?? Here in Greece we do not get paid as much as they do and we want to join your beautiful contests! Please give more opportunities for European Residents! Thanks 🙂

I am from Zimbabwe, Africa, and would love to see more opportunities for us too 🙂

How to enter this brussels airline european destination thing. It only opens terms and conditions

Do you have to answer the question correctly to win?

the Oman contest is definitely not open for all. Typically CN traveller contest are not. You have to enter county (not country!), as its just for UK residents mostly.

It appears that the link to the contest for Jacuzzi Beach Villa at Reethi Faru Resort is linked to a contest for a trip to Abu Dhabi. Will you kindly check on this? Thanks!

Sorry about that. I now inserted the correct link.

i’m from Indonesia and thank’s for your info contest, i hope someday i can visit many destinations of all around the world like you.

I’m very frustrated that almost all of these sweepstakes are not open to people in the United States. We would be willing to fly over there. And leave from the destination. I have a daughter who lives in the UK will that qualify me?

Hi! In the “Trip Around the World” contest, you stated that it is open to US & Canada residents. However, when I went to the contest page, it states that it is open for US residents only. I am from Canada and I hope my entries in this contest are not in vain. Thank you! 🙂

Thank you so much for this

How we will be informed about the results of contest and when are been they announced

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I know you are trying hard, I can see that, but I can hardly get up the stairs to spend a night in my own bed. I can’t wait to win a prize for afternoon tiffin in Tristan da Cunha. Sorry just being cynical, all that way for a cup of tea. Please make your prizes worth while. Remember Oscar Wilde’s quote about The Giants Causeway in NI. Worth seeing but NOT WORTH GOING TO SEE. Let me plan my own dream trip. Please.

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Dear UK, I’ve glanced through your lands in the Bollywood movies, to ponder through you is a dream come true. I’ve postponed you all these years, this year I got another excuse too. 2020 seems gloomy, 2021 please be nice !

Still giving away Travel Wellness Trips? Diffenitly in great Need…7/2020. Grey in the N.W.

Hi! In the “Trip Around the World” contest, you stated that it is open to US & Canada residents. However, when I went to the contest page, it states that it is open for US residents only. I am from Canada and I hope my entries in this contest are not in vain. Thank you! 🙂

tanks for info

I love your YouTube channel. Traveling on the internet during the pandemic, I feel like on there with you. It’s like a free vacation!

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Delta is changing how it boards passengers starting May 1

By Megan Cerullo

Edited By Aimee Picchi

Updated on: April 12, 2024 / 12:35 PM EDT / CBS News

Delta Air Lines is changing its boarding process beginning May 1 in an effort to speed up loading passengers onto planes. 

If you're flying on the airline, you'll have to know what zone number you're in to board in the correct sequence. The move is hardly innovative, experts say, and instead reflects a return to the traditional way of boarding passengers followed by most airlines. 

That's because Delta is introducing numbered boarding zones for all flights, meaning that customers will have a zone number assigned to them instead of boarding groups labelled by airline status or fare class, such as "Sky Priority." The airline stressed that boarding orders will not change, but the group names will.

When Delta introduced its branded fare boarding process in 2018, it called zone boarding "a thing of the past." But the airline is now reverting to the traditional way of boarding people, in what some experts call an unusual move for an innovative airline.

Customers who need more assistance will still pre-board as usual before passengers in Zone 1, which will comprise Delta One and First Class customers. Zone 2 will include Diamond Medallion Members and Delta Premium Select ticket holders. 

Delta Comfort+ customers will board in Zone 3, followed by Sky Priority in Zone 4, according to a  chart  on the airline's website. Zone numbers will go up to 8, when basic economy passengers will board. 

Delta said the change is small, but could make the process easier for infrequent fliers and non-English speakers who only have to listen for a number to know when it's their turn to board. The change will also make the process less stressful for gate agents, Delta added. 

Still, some travel experts questioned whether the change would meaningfully speed up the boarding process. 

"They're not changing who boards when or the sequence," Clarkson University professor John Milne, an expert on airline boarding, told CBS MoneyWatch. "All they are changing is the names of what passenger group boards next." 

In a statement to CBS MoneyWatch, Delta said the "simple change" will "provide customers more clarity into the boarding sequence and make the boarding process more intuitive—especially for infrequent travelers and/or customers who might face a language barrier at the gate."

Delta added, "Numbered zones will also align more closely with our joint venture and international partners, providing international customers a more simplified, consistent experience when traveling on mixed-metal itineraries. "  

CEO Ed Bastian addressed the change on the company's first quarter earnings call Wednesday. "When you have a number and you're standing in line, we are all trained to know when it's our turn," Bastian said.

Superficial changes?

The change is fairly superficial, Milne said, noting there are other changes Delta and its competitors could make to boarding processes that would make them more efficient. 

The airline still prioritizes passengers with airline status or who paid for a higher class fare on a particular flight. Instead, it would be more efficient to board passengers based on where on the aircraft they are seated, Milne said. 

For example, boarding window seat customers in the back half of the plane first would speed up the process. "That way you would minimize some of the congestion," he said. 

Delta instead assigns passengers to boarding groups based on their loyalty to the airline and ticket prices. 

Travel expert Scott Keyes also emphasized that the change does little to meaningfully improve or expedite the boarding process. All Delta is doing is reverting to the traditional way of boarding passengers and scrapping its branded boarding process that began in 2018, he noted.

"The fact that they've reverted to numbered zones, like those employed by virtually all other airlines, speaks volumes," Keyes said. "Traditionally, Delta has been seen as the innovative airline and others have followed suit. In this case, Delta's innovation didn't pan out, and they've been forced to once again mimic American and United's boarding processes."

To be sure, any move that would actually speed up passenger boarding could give an airline a leg up on competitors.

"Speeding up the boarding process by even 10 minutes can prevent delays, and if sustained, allow airlines to add an additional daily flight to the schedule," Keyes said.

The airline posted a $37 million first-quarter profit on Wednesday and said demand for air travel is strong heading into the busy summer travel season. Travelers are flocking to book trips despite a string of recent air safety incidents, including a panel blowing off a Boeing 737 Max aircraft during an Alaska Airlines flight.

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Delta Airlines to change boarding process for airline travelers in May

L oyal  Delta Airlines  customers and frequent travelers will have to say goodbye to the boarding process they've likely gotten pretty comfortable with.

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The airline is updating the boarding process for flyers, getting rid of the boarding categories like "Diamond Medallions," "Delta Premium Select" and "Sky Priority." Instead, the categories will go by zones, but the order of priority will remain the same, with the cheapest tickets boarding last.

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In  May 2024,  Delta will introduce eight zones, starting with "pre-boarding" and "first-class" as zone one. The "main cabin" groups are zones five to seven, with "basic economy" as zone eight.

According to a  Delta article , updated on April 9, the change intends to limit confusion. "Starting May 1, Delta will introduce numbered boarding zones for all flights to provide customers with more clarity about boarding sequence. Delta will still offer pre-board opportunities for customers who need extra time or assistance, followed by active-duty military, then Delta 360 Members."

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Delta Vacations "Firsts that Last" contest winners will be sent on a dream vacation expertly curated to underscore the importance of new experiences.

ATLANTA , Nov. 10, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Delta Vacations is launching a new, can't miss contest that will send 12 lucky winners on trips to select destinations around the world. The "Firsts That Last" contest highlights 12 of Delta Vacations best experiences and gives the winning couples, friends, or families the chance to travel with Delta Vacations for the first time—or try something new— to create lasting memories.

From staying in an overwater bungalow in Bora Bora to going on a private tour of the Vatican in Italy , each of the 12 vacations is crafted around creating new, meaningful, and memorable first-time experiences. This is just a glimpse into the experiences Delta Vacations offers in more than 330 destinations worldwide. 

"We want customers to experience Delta Vacations in an unforgettable way—especially if it's their first time traveling with us," said Brian Canning, Chief Marketing, Product and Customer Experience Officer for Delta Vacations. "Going on vacation is more than just getting away, it's personal. Delta Vacations curates vacations to fit every traveler's needs, vacation style and preference. We want travelers to experience the ease of planning a memorable vacation."

To enter, participants will choose a destination from a provided list and answer corresponding questions detailing why they should win this "first" experience.  Entries can be submitted on DeltaVacationsFirstsThatLastContest.com .

The prize vacations range in value from $4,000 to $22,000 . All trips include the full Delta Vacations experience: airfare, accommodations for 2 or 4 people (depending on the prize vacation) and activities. Visit the contest webpage for more details on each prize and for the full official contest rules.

The contest is free to enter and it's open now until November 19, 2022 . If you can't wait to find out if you won, all packages are available for booking through Delta Vacations.

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Plane Passenger's Photo of Someone's Coat Covering Seatback TV Screen Sparks Debate: 'Ready to Get Triggered?'

The passenger had users divided on Reddit, as some argued they should have spoken up while others claimed it’s the flight attendant’s job to notice

Natalia Senanayake is an Editorial Assistant, Lifestyle at PEOPLE. She covers all things travel and home, from celebrities' luxury mansions to breaking travel news.

• A plane passenger sparked a heated conversation on Reddit after sharing a photo of someone’s jacket covering their seatmate’s TV screen 
• Commenters were outraged that the flight attendant didn’t notice or that the passenger didn’t ask for the jacket to be removed

An airline passenger is sparking quite the debate after sharing a photo of their seatmate’s seatback TV screen covered by the jacket of the person sitting in front of them.

In the snap shared by user @WheatlyWoodson on the r/Delta subreddit , a brown jacket belonging to the passenger sitting in the row in front of them can be seen wrapped around the top of their seat. The jacket completely blocks the TV screen of the middle seat passenger sitting behind them, which appears to be the original poster’s (OP) seatmate. 

“Ready to get triggered?” they captioned the post, prompting a frenzy of comments below. 

The OP noted that the passenger whose screen was being blocked “said she wasn't going to say anything, so neither did I. But she had to sadly just scroll Instagram and text for an entire 4 hour flight.”

The OP offered some additional context in the comments, revealing that the jacket belonged to a “veeery old woman” sitting in front of them. 

The user continued, “I do wish the [flight attendant] had said something, because this is a situation where no one is going to say anything to a very old lady. But I also feel bad for the middle [passenger] for being in an awkward situation.”

PEOPLE reached out to Delta for comment but has not received a response. 

Users in the comments immediately told the OP what they thought should have been done.

One wrote, “I don't know how a FA (flight attendant) wouldn't notice this,” followed by another adding, “Yep, I would have called the FA, pointed at the jacket, and left it at that — let the FA handle it since it’s a sensitive situation.”

After one person wrote, “There's literally a screen in front of them...no excuse,” a different user offered a more compassionate perspective in response. 

“I mean, we all make these mistakes sometimes. Speak up and move on,” they wrote. 

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Multiple users who claim to be flight attendants then jumped into the conversation.

“As a FA, please tell me. A lot of the time they don't realize it's covering the monitor,” one wrote. “People go through life in their own bubble. Let me help them realize they're not the only ones on the planet.”

Another added, “As a FA, I will say something and ask the passenger to move their jacket, even offer to put it in the overhead bin for them. A lot of people don’t like confrontation especially if she was elderly but I have no problem doing it for them.”

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Southwest to Launch a New Route to Nashville in June

On June 4, the airline will introduce nonstop flights to Nashville from Cincinnati and boost its service from Cincinnati to Orlando.

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Southwest Airlines is expanding out of Cincinnati with more flights to Music City. On June 4, the airline will introduce nonstop flights to Nashville, which will be offered 5x/weekly on Mondays, Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays, Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport (CVG) shared on X. When the new route begins, Southwest will be the only carrier to offer nonstop service, making it easier than ever for travelers to reach the beloved destination. Along with the announcement, Southwest will bring more flights from Cincinnati to Orlando, competing with Frontier and Delta. In early June, the airline will introduce two additional flights to its existing route, bringing a total of 5x/weekly service on Mondays, Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays. Southwest will fly its Boeing 737-800 aircraft with 175 seats on both routes this summer. Travelers can book these flights from Cincinnati on Southwest’s website , its mobile app, or even through the airline’s major credit card partner, Chase , by redeeming Ultimate Rewards points. By the summer, Southwest will fly to six destinations out of Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport. In addition to Nashville and Orlando, the airline offers nonstop service between Cincinnati and Baltimore, Chicago-Midway, Denver, and Phoenix. 

This domestic airport was once a focus city for Delta Air Lines, so the addition of more nonstop flights from Southwest is great news for travelers. Budget carrier Frontier Airlines recently announced a major expansion from the airport, offering nonstop service to cities like Boston, Charlotte, Houston, and more, to begin in May.  Loyal Southwest fliers who have plenty of Rapid Rewards points to burn can take advantage of the airline’s current sale, which will end tonight, April 15, at 11:59 p.m. PT. With promo code SAVE25NOW, travelers can save 25% off base fares on award flights through Sept. 30 to plenty of routes, including these Cincinnati flights.

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Delta Air Lines posts a narrow Q1 profit and says travel demand remains strong despite flight scares

FILE - A Delta Air Lines plane lands at Logan International Airport, Jan. 26, 2023, in Boston. Delta reports earnings on Wednesday, April 10, 2024. (AP Photo/Michael Dwyer, File)

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Delta Air Lines eked out a narrow first-quarter profit and said Wednesday that demand for travel is strong heading into the summer vacation season, with travelers seemingly unfazed by recent incidents in the industry that ranged from a panel blowing off a jetliner in flight to a tire falling off another plane during takeoff.

Delta reported the highest revenue for any first quarter in its history and a $37 million profit. It expects record-breaking revenue in the current quarter as well. The airline said that second-quarter earnings will likely beat Wall Street expectations.

CEO Ed Bastian said Delta’s best 11 days ever for ticket sales occurred during the early weeks of 2024.

If travelers are worried about a spate of problem flights and increased scrutiny of plane maker Boeing , “I haven’t seen it,” Bastian said in an interview. “I only look at my numbers. Demand is the healthiest I’ve ever seen.”

A slight majority of Delta’s fleet of more than 950 planes are Boeing models, but in recent years it has bought primarily from Airbus , including a January order for 20 big Airbus A350s. As a result, Delta will avoid the dilemma facing rivals United Airlines and American Airlines, which can’t get all the Boeing planes they ordered. United is even asking pilots to take unpaid time off in May because of a plane shortage.

“Airbus has been consistent throughout these last five years (at) meeting their delivery targets,” Bastian said.

Delta does not operate any Boeing 737 Max jets, the plane that was grounded worldwide after two fatal crashes in 2018 and 2019, and which suffered the panel blowout on an Alaska Airlines flight this year. However, the Atlanta-based airline has ordered a new, larger version of the Max that still hasn’t been approved by regulators. Bastian said Delta will be happy to use the Max 10 when they arrive.

While Delta has largely dodged headaches caused by Boeing, it faces other obstacles in handling this summer’s crowds.

Delta is lobbying the federal government to again allow it to operate fewer flights into the New York City area. Otherwise, Delta could lose valuable takeoff and landing slots.

The Federal Aviation Administration granted a similar request last summer and even extended it until late October . The FAA said the relief helped airlines reduce canceled flights at the region’s busy three main airports by 40%.

Peter Carter, an executive vice president who oversees government affairs, said Delta and other airlines need another waiver permitting fewer flights this summer because the FAA still doesn’t have enough air traffic controllers.

“Absent the waiver, I think we would have, as an industry, some real challenges in New York,” Carter said.

Airlines for America, a trade group of the major U.S. carriers, is also pushing for a waiver from rules on minimum flights in New York. The FAA said it would review the request.

Delta customers will see another change — a new system for boarding planes . Instead of boarding by groups with names such as Diamond Medallions, Delta Premium Select and Sky Priority, passengers will board in groups numbered one through eight. The airline says it will be less confusing.

“When you have a number and you’re standing in line, we are all trained to know when it’s our turn,” Bastian said.

The change won’t alter the pecking order of when each type of customer gets to board. Those with the cheapest tickets, Basic Economy, will still board last.

Delta’s first-quarter profit follows a $363 million loss a year ago, when the results were weighed down by spending on a new labor contract with pilots.

“We expect Delta to be one of the few airlines to report a profit in the March quarter,” TD Cowen analyst Helane Becker said even before Delta’s results were released.

Delta said that excluding special items, it earned 45 cents per share. Analysts were expecting 36 cents per share, according to a FactSet survey.

The airline forecast second-quarter earnings of $2.20 to $2.50 per share. The Wall Street consensus was $2.22 per share. The company stood by its forecast of full-year earnings between $6 and $7 per share.

First-quarter revenue rose 8%, to $13.75 billion. Putting Delta’s Pennsylvania refinery aside, operating revenue was slightly more than analysts predicted. The airline said second-quarter revenue will be 5% to 7% higher than a year ago.

The airline reported that large corporate customers — who were slower than leisure travelers to resume flying after the coronavirus pandemic — are spending more on travel, including firms in technology and financial services.

Delta has boosted profit by focusing more on premium passengers who pay the highest fares, and raking in money from a credit-card partnership with American Express.

Costs could rise too, however. Jet fuel is higher than it was a year ago, following a run-up in oil prices, and Delta is spending more on aircraft maintenance this year.

Shares of Delta Air Lines Inc. fell 2.3% by the end of regular trading Wednesday.

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Delta Air Lines (NYSE: DAL) today reported financial results for the March quarter and provided its outlook for the June quarter. Highlights of the March quarter, including both GAAP and adjusted metrics, are on page five and incorporated here .

“Thanks to the extraordinary work of our 100,000 people, Delta is delivering the best operational reliability in our history, and we have widened the gap to our competitors. We were thrilled to recognize their efforts with $1.4 billion in profit sharing payouts during the quarter,” said Ed Bastian, Delta’s Chief Executive Officer.

"For the March quarter, we delivered record revenue on outstanding operational performance, enabling strong earnings growth. We anticipate continued strong momentum for our business, and in the June quarter, we expect to deliver record revenue, a mid-teens operating margin and earnings of $2.20 to $2.50 per share. We remain confident in our full year targets for earnings of $6 to $7 per share and free cash flow of $3 to $4 billion."

March Quarter 2024 GAAP Financial Results

• Operating revenue of $13.7 billion
• Operating income of $614 million with an operating margin of 4.5 percent
• Pre-tax income of $122 million with a pre-tax margin of 0.9 percent
• Earnings per share of $0.06
• Operating cash flow of $2.4 billion
• Payments on debt and finance lease obligations of $712 million
• Total debt and finance lease obligations of $19.4 billion at quarter end

March Quarter 2024 Adjusted Financial Results

• Operating revenue of $12.6 billion, 6 percent higher than the March quarter 2023
• Operating income of $640 million with an operating margin of 5.1 percent
• Pre-tax income of $380 million with a pre-tax margin of 3.0 percent
• Earnings per share of $0.45
• Operating cash flow of $2.5 billion
• Free cash flow of $1.4 billion
• Adjusted debt to EBITDAR of 2.9x, down from 3.0x at the end of 2023
• Return on invested capital of 13.8 percent on a trailing five quarter average, up 2.8 points over prior year.

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