A year without travel: How one traveler plans to *safely* put 2021 on the map
“Travel is both my greatest passion and my favorite hobby. This is my take on 2020 and travel right now.” -Dianne McGinness, Alaska guest, employee and seasoned jetsetter.
A behind-the-wings look of the Alaska Airlines ‘Safety Dance’ music video
We love safety so much at Alaska Airlines our employees made a music video about it. The video features a number of the 100+ ways we’re focused on keeping our guests and employees safe as part of our Next-Level Care.
A latte coffee recipes you’ll enjoy on the fly or at-home
To celebrate International Coffee Day, we asked our Lounges for the recipes behind some of our favorite brews, check out the picks & recipes!
Sports equipment flies for just $30 on Alaska Airlines
Alaska Airlines works behind the scenes looking for ways to make the travel experience as seamless as possible for our guests. And knowing that adventures are always better with the right gear, we’ve waived oversize and overweight fees for most sports equipment. Guests can check the equipment on this list for the same cost as…
Reel to (sky) reel: Alaska Airlines offers unique & diverse independent films onboard
Starting Sept. 1, we’re showcasing films on board that celebrate a wide range of diverse stories from leading West Coast film festivals.
How to access Alaska Airlines movies and TV shows on your own device
Whether technology comes second nature to you or it’s not always your friend, we’re here to make your travel experience ease-y breezy. Follow this guide to stream, meditate or play games on your next flight.
Self-care in the air: 6 tips to get in the flight headspace
Many of us have lives that go nonstop, so it’s essential to prioritize the solacing self-care activities that bring us the most joy and put us in the best headspace. And if travel’s on that list for you, then you’ve landed in the right spot (and flight spot!). This year, we want to help you approach your time spent in the air with health and wellness in mind, from relaxing destinations to onboard meditations, and everything in between. Here’s a guide to taking your self-care to new heights.
Long weekend ahead? Retreat yourself!
Long (weekend) story short: 2020 has eight (8!) holidays that fall on a Monday or Friday, which means more opportunities for a much-needed long-weekend getaway. Here are a few of the best places to use that extra day of self-care to take in the scenery, take a calming, deep breath or just take your mind off the weekday grind.
And to all, a good flight: We hope your travels are merry and bright
While the holidays can be packed with trips, gifts and loved ones you adore, Alaska’s connecting people to places, while bringing the holidays onboard. In a limerick or two, see how we’re bringing the holidays to you!
Cup, cup and away! Starbucks and Alaska Airlines are making coffee––and the holidays––a priority
‘Tis the season to be jolly, mostly because anyone traveling with a Starbucks holiday cup can board early on all Alaska Airlines flights between Nov. 7-10.
Fly for All app helps ease anxiety of air travel
Designed for first-time flyers, guests traveling with children, unaccompanied minors and those with cognitive and developmental disabilities, including autism, the Fly for All app will help ease the anxiety of air travel by walking guests through the steps they’ll follow when getting ready to fly.
Condé Nast Traveler names Alaska “Best U.S. Airline”
It’s a huge honor to be recognized as “Best U.S. Airline” at any time––but two years in a row? We’re thankful to flyers for choosing Alaska, over and over again. See why readers ranked us their favorite U.S. airline.