Spirit Airlines is making waves with a dramatic fleet reduction, British Airways sneaks out new premium seats, and Hilton picks a controversial location for its next luxury property. Let's dive into today's biggest stories...

In a stunning move, Spirit Airlines announced plans to surrender nearly half its fleet during bankruptcy proceedings. But here's the fascinating part - they're keeping their larger planes to directly challenge Delta and United on key routes. This strategic pivot could reshape domestic aviation competition.

Without fanfare, British Airways is rolling out new premium economy seats on its 787 fleet. The upgrade includes improved entertainment screens and enhanced privacy features. This stealth rollout suggests more fleet-wide changes could be coming.

In an unexpected development, Hilton is opening a Waldorf Astoria in Minsk, Belarus starting March 3, 2026. This marks one of the brand's most controversial expansions, raising questions about luxury hospitality in challenging markets.

Thai Airways is introducing 'Premium Economy Plus' featuring flat beds and an onboard bar. This unique hybrid cabin could set new standards for premium economy products globally.

A new targeted Amex Offer gives $100 back on $500+ spent at Fairmont, Raffles, and Sofitel properties. Perfect timing for holiday travel planning.

The new X Hotel Oslo appears to be a Moxy in everything but name, suggesting possible changes to Marriott's brand strategy in Northern Europe.

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