# Rome

14 signals tagged Rome (region).

## AFA files grievance over Alaska 787-9s with 266 economy seats

Aug 19 · 1 source · Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines, AFA, London, Rome, Seattle, Seoul, Tokyo, policy change, airline

The Association of Flight Attendants filed a grievance arguing Alaska cannot deliver promised economy service to 266 passengers.

[Full signal](https://thetravelsignal.com/s/alaska-airlines-flight-attendants-file-grievance-over-787-economy-service-model)

## Alaska Mileage Plan sale: 50% off economy awards through Aug 8

Aug 5 · 1 source · Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines, Mileage Plan, Budapest, Edinburgh, Hong Kong, Madrid, Nadi, Osaka, Papeete

Alaska Airlines is selling economy awards to nine destinations at up to 50% off through August 8, 2026, starting at 20,000 miles one way.

[Full signal](https://thetravelsignal.com/s/alaska-airlines-global-getaways-discounted-award-flights-to-9-destinations-book)

## IHG One Rewards Offers 10,000 Bonus Points Per 2 Nights at Ruby Hotels

Jul 12 · 2 sources · IHG One Rewards, Ruby Hotels, Amsterdam, Cologne, Dublin, Dusseldorf, Florence, Frankfurt, Geneva, Hamburg

IHG One Rewards members can earn 10,000 bonus points for every 2 nights stayed at participating Ruby Hotels from July 24 through October 21, 2026, with registration required

[Full signal](https://thetravelsignal.com/s/ihg-one-rewards-offers-10-000-bonus-points-per-2-nights-at-ruby-hotels)

## Rome Airports May Suspend EU Entry/Exit System (EES) During Summer Peak

Jun 25 · 1 source · Entry/Exit System (EES), Canada, Europe, Schengen Zone, Rome, EU, loyalty program, industry news

[Full signal](https://thetravelsignal.com/s/rome-airports-may-suspend-eu-entry-exit-system-ees-during-summer-peak)

## Iberia’s Papal Plane Suffers Mechanical Failure, Pope Takes Private Jet

Jun 13 · 1 source · Iberia, Rome, Spain, airline, industry news

Iberia's designated aircraft for Papal flights experienced a technical issue at Tenerife, forcing Pope Leo XIV to return to Rome on a private plane provided by the King of Spain

[Full signal](https://thetravelsignal.com/s/iberias-papal-plane-suffers-mechanical-failure-pope-takes-private-jet)

## Thompson Rome Opening Delayed Until October 1, 2026

Jun 13 · 1 source · Hyatt Regency Rome, Thompson Rome, Tribune, World of Hyatt, Rome, loyalty program, policy change, hotel, program change

Hyatt has delayed the opening of Thompson Rome from June to October 1, 2026, causing confusion for guests with existing reservations and affecting award availability

[Full signal](https://thetravelsignal.com/s/thompson-rome-opening-delayed-until-october-1-2026)

## Hyatt Regency Rome Central Award Availability Delayed Until November 1, 2026

Jun 6 · 1 source · Hyatt Regency Rome Central, World of Hyatt, Rome, loyalty program, policy change, hotel, app & tech, program change

Hyatt Regency Rome Central, a new Category 4 property near Termini Station, has delayed its grand opening for the sixth time. Revenue bookings open September 1, 2026, but World of Hyatt award availability is paused until at least November 1, 2026

[Full signal](https://thetravelsignal.com/s/hyatt-regency-rome-central-award-availability-delayed-until-november-1-2026)

## British Airways to Raise Award Ticket Surcharges Starting May 27

May 22 · 1 source · British Airways, Avios, British Airways Executive Club, Amsterdam, Cape Town, Europe, London Heathrow, New York JFK, Rome, loyalty program

British Airways is increasing cash surcharges on award tickets effective May 27, 2026. The hike includes a $134 increase for London-New York Club World and higher fees for other routes

[Full signal](https://thetravelsignal.com/s/british-airways-to-raise-award-ticket-surcharges-starting-may-27)

## British Airways Increases Cash Component for Avios Award Flights Effective May 27, 2026

May 22 · 1 source · British Airways, Avios, Amsterdam, Cape Town, Europe, London Heathrow, New York JFK, Rome, loyalty program, policy change

British Airways will raise the cash portion of Avios award tickets starting May 27, 2026. Examples include a Club World roundtrip to JFK requiring £499 cash and Euro Traveller to Amsterdam requiring £2.50

[Full signal](https://thetravelsignal.com/s/british-airways-increases-cash-component-for-avios-award-flights-effective-may-2)

## Airfares Surge 27% as Fuel Costs Soar and Spirit Airlines Collapses

May 13 · 1 source · Spirit Airlines, United Airlines, Amsterdam, Dublin, Europe, London, Milan, Paris, Rome, U.S.

Summer domestic airfares are up 27% and award prices up nearly 25% year-over-year due to soaring fuel costs and Spirit Airlines' collapse. International fares to Europe have spiked even higher

[Full signal](https://thetravelsignal.com/s/airfares-surge-27-as-fuel-costs-soar-and-spirit-airlines-collapses)

## Hyatt Regency Rome Central Opening Delayed to September; Relocation Policy Unclear

May 8 · 1 source · Hilton Garden Inn, Hilton Honors, Hyatt Regency Rome Central, InterContinental, NH, World of Hyatt, Rome, hotel, hotel opening

The Hyatt Regency Rome Central opening is delayed until September. Guests with reservations are being offered free cancellation or relocation, but it is unclear if Hyatt will cover the cost of the alternative hotel rooms

[Full signal](https://thetravelsignal.com/s/hyatt-regency-rome-central-opening-delayed-to-september-relocation-policy-unclea)

## Italy Air Traffic Controller Strike on April 10, 2026 (1 PM – 5 PM)

May 8 · 2 sources · American Airlines, DAT, EasyJet, Emirates, Etihad, ITA Airways, Cagliari, Catania, Italy, Lampedusa

An air traffic controller strike in Italy on April 10, 2026, from 1 PM to 5 PM will impact Rome and Milan airports and airspace. Approximately 27% of flights are canceled; EC 261 cash compensation does not apply, but duty of care is required

[Full signal](https://thetravelsignal.com/s/italy-air-traffic-controller-strike-on-april-10-2026-1-pm-5-pm)

## Alaska Airlines Opens Exclusive Titanium & Suite Check-In with Private Security at SEA

Apr 29 · 1 source · Alaska Airlines, Alaska Atmos Rewards, Business Class Suites, Anchorage, London, Los Angeles, Portland, Reykjavik, Rome, San Francisco

Alaska Airlines has opened a new exclusive check-in facility at Seattle-Tacoma Airport for Atmos Titanium members and Business Class Suite passengers, featuring private security access and a concierge. Additional lanes are planned for other key hubs

[Full signal](https://thetravelsignal.com/s/alaska-airlines-opens-exclusive-titanium-suite-check-in-with-private-security-at)

## Lufthansa Group to Cut 20,000 Short-Haul Flights Through October

Apr 22 · 1 source · Brussels Airlines, Lufthansa, Lufthansa Cityline, Brussels, Frankfurt, Munich, Norway, Poland, Rome, Vienna

Lufthansa Group is canceling 20,000 short-haul flights through October, driven by the Lufthansa CityLine shutdown and rising fuel costs. The cuts affect hubs in Frankfurt, Munich, Zurich, Vienna, Brussels, and Rome

[Full signal](https://thetravelsignal.com/s/lufthansa-group-to-cut-20-000-short-haul-flights-through-october)

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