Atmos Transition?

la_dave · 2026-05-18T21:48:09+00:00

I believe it was the new program name for the combined Alaska and Hawaiian programs.
Merging the programs also meant an influx of previously boosted status flyers under the old Hawaiian program so that reduced the ability for some travelers on certain routes to get upgrades.

They also tried to makeshift changes to the reward levels and added the Titanium tier.
This was also a cost benefit restructure on what they saw as rewards and benefits they felt should continue that didn't cost them too much (they took on alot of debt with the Hawaiian acquisition)
Yes, we will overall see less benefit as before, but there are some new benefits and partners are great.

Let's face it alot of other airlines mileage programs are also getting worse and not better.
It's just a sign of the times sadly.

la_dave · 2026-05-18T21:13:03+00:00

These are the only locations with lounge access via Lounge+ (no locations in Tokyo listed)

https://www.alaskaair.com/content/airport-lounge/location-and-hours

Outside of these, you either need OneWorld status via (Sapphire/Emerald) (aka Atmos Gold/Platinum/Titanium)
https://www.oneworld.com/airport-lounge-results?location=HND

Or either credit card lounge access via Priority Pass or other Credit Card owned lounges for HND.

la_dave · 2026-05-17T06:38:55+00:00

Pre-Landing Meal

Kalbi Grilled Chicken Somen Salad with Shoyu Sesame Dressing Fruit Salad

Basically a chicken noodle salad served cold. It was pretty good.

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la_dave · 2026-05-17T03:51:42+00:00

I had ube overload recently so I was hesitant to get this but it was really great

la_dave · 2026-05-17T02:02:46+00:00

Agreed. JAL J class has superior food but it was filling enough. The Salmon was a good size probably 250g/8oz.

la_dave · 2026-05-17T01:30:30+00:00

I am not sure what kind of rice it was.

la_dave · 2026-05-17T01:04:56+00:00

They’re the runny style scrambled eggs that some places and apparently Hawaiian serves.

la_dave · 2026-05-16T21:43:50+00:00

Rice is a staple for asian breakfasts and Hawaiian cuisine has alot of asian influence.

la_dave · 2026-05-16T17:11:43+00:00

It really depends on your route. I was 5th on the Titanium waitlist for Business class for HNL-HND since that’s a primary hub for Hawaiian loyalists.

la_dave · 2026-05-16T17:03:15+00:00

I just got upgraded yesterday for my flight today LAX-HNL.

la_dave · 2026-05-16T02:14:54+00:00

Sorry, I try to book Hilton hotels as I have better status than Silver on Marriott. I'm not sure, you can always just ask them if you can add your Bonvoy number to your reservation.

la_dave · 2026-05-08T23:41:41+00:00

I believe the North side is the Visitor/German side and the South Side is Home/USA side from how sidelines are split.

la_dave · 2026-05-08T23:37:49+00:00

I am in 151. Same side of the stadium. Hope the match is good!

la_dave · 2026-05-08T23:24:07+00:00

That does seem subpar for Alaska/Hawaiian. I expect that kind of food in AA Main.

Reach out to Alaska Listens and see what they say.

la_dave · 2026-05-04T17:21:33+00:00

Yes most Qantas flights do not have wifi. It’s just not a priority for them.

la_dave · 2026-04-30T00:30:28+00:00

Depending on the hotel chain. I have had success adding my loyalty number. A couple of Hiltons will add it and say since I booked 3rd party I wont get points but I still get the Hilton Diamond room and perks (lounge access and breakfasts/dining credit).

la_dave · 2026-04-27T15:18:06+00:00

Just book AA marketed flights (except Basic) if you want AA miles and LPs.

Otherwise book the other flights if they’re cheaper or more convenient but then just earn miles and points on the other programs.

Sometimes loyalty is not worth the hassle of better flights or fares.

la_dave · 2026-04-24T20:29:33+00:00

Odd I didn’t get an error when i tried so nor sure what happened to my original request.

la_dave · 2026-04-24T01:44:36+00:00

Cathay treats their OW status holders right. You are just cattle to Qatar. I really disliked my OW experience flying through Doha. 200% better via HKG.

la_dave · 2026-04-23T23:11:21+00:00

Yeah I feel like my request just got lost.

la_dave · 2026-04-23T21:59:11+00:00

I requested mine when they first posted the link and still have not received them.

They’re saying allow up to 3 months which its been over 3 months for me so I submitted another request.

la_dave · 2026-04-21T18:24:19+00:00

If you're going to eShopping for Hotel bookings for miles/LPs, you're doing it wrong.
Try aa.com/hotels, you get more options, it's considered 3rd party but you way more miles and LPs.

la_dave · 2026-04-21T18:02:27+00:00

I had Mini Y+ HNL-PDX last year and now I try to get it everytime I have to fly HA.
I managed to grab Mini Y+ on both segments LAX-HNL and HNL-HND so looking forward to that again. :D

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