The Layover Lowdown: Lufthansa's Big Move, Flight Delays, and Delta's Sky Club Upgrades

This Week on Mileage May Vary 🎙️ In this episode, we cover some of the biggest headlines in travel: Lufthansa Acquires ITA Airways StakeLufthansa completes a €325M deal for a 41% stake in ITA Airways, paving the way for future growth and eventual full ownership. U.S. DOT Takes Action Against Delayed FlightsSouthwest Airlines faces a lawsuit, and Frontier Airlines is fined for chronically delayed routes. What does this mean for travellers? 2024 Airline Industry Records BrokenPassenger capacity hits an all-time high with 5.85 billion seats, while fewer flights mean larger aircraft dominate. Delta Expands Sky ClubsDelta announces five new or upgraded Sky Clubs for 2025, including major updates in Atlanta, Seattle, and Salt Lake City. Tune in now for the full breakdown and insights into how these changes affect you as a traveller! Planning your next business trip? Businesses save time and money with Ortharize—the smarter way to manage corporate travel. Ortharize simplifies booking, offers a suite of business intelligence, and ensures compliance with company travel policies, all while giving your team access to exclusive deals on flights and hotels. Visit Ortharize.com and use the code MMVFREE for 3 months of Premier access for free! With Ortharize, you’ll streamline travel planning and get back to focusing on what really matters—growing your business!