Guidance for the UC Community on the Revised Executive Order Restricting Travel and Entry into the USA

Guidance for the UC Community on the Revised Executive Order Restricting Travel and Entry into the USA

Airlines Issuing Waivers for Hurricane Matthew

U.S. airlines have implemented travel waivers for flight changes that may impact travelers due to Hurricane Matthew. These waivers allow travelers to rebook travel to the Southeast and...

Lufthansa adding “third party booking” surcharge to all airfare starting September 1st

Effective September 1 st, 2015 Lufthansa and Lufthansa group airlines will be adding a “distribution” nonrefundable surcharge of €16 (approximately $18) to all their airfare booked through a...

Airline Carry On Baggage Reminder

As a reminder to our travelers, most major US Airlines require that carry-on luggage be 22" long x 14" wide x 9" tall. During the summer months as...

TSA Enhanced Security Procedures

TSA has been directed to implement enhanced security measures at certain overseas airports with direct flights to the United States. This applies to airports in Europe, Africa and...

New Hotel Credit Card Fraud Attempts

New fraud traps. Hotel guests get in-room call requesting confirmation of credit card info. Always clear up issues at the front desk.

South African foreign traveler requirements change

The South African Immigration Service has announced that effective immediately, all foreign travelers to South Africa are required to have at least two (2) unused visa page for...

LAX Runway/Terminal - Plan for Delays

LAX runway/terminal upgrades through 2018 - plan for delays. Travelers to/from or through LAX are advised to plan accordingly: http://www.laxishappening.com/

UCB Profiles

UCB has reported a technical anomaly that mistakenly deactivated half of the profiles over the weekend. Berkeley is in the process of restoring the deleted profiles, however if...

American Airlines and US Airways Frequent Flier program merger

As American Airlines and US Airways continue their merger activity, the combination of loyalty programs is underway.

Turkey E-Visas Mandatory

Beginning Jul 5, Turkey will completely suspend their visa on arrival facilities. Travelers must now obtain a visa prior to arriving in Turkey. No exceptions will be made.

Possible Delays Due to Pope Visit

Possible travel delays in Washington, DC, New York City and Philadelphia due to Pope visit in late September.

Lufthansa adding “third party booking” surcharge to all airfare starting September 1st

Effective September 1 st, 2015 Lufthansa and Lufthansa group airlines will be adding a “distribution” nonrefundable surcharge of €16 (approximately $18) to all their airfare booked through a...

Airfare Price Drop Protection with BCD Travel

Airfare Price Drop Protection is a new BCD Travel feature that will rebook tickets at lower fares found during the first 24 hours of booking if at least...

No Mixed Tickets Agreement for Delta and American/US Airways

As of today, September 15 th, 2015, Delta and American Airlines have ended their Interline Agreement that allows one airline sell a single ticket with flights from another...

Grounded American Airlines resuming flights after technical disruptions

American Airlines has resumed some flights after computer problems grounded them at three of their busiest airports: Dallas, Chicago and Miami.

UC Travel Center (UCLA Travel) will close at noon on Friday, Sept 25

On Friday, Sept 25, UCLA Travel will close at 12:00 noon and will reopen for regular business hours on Monday, Sept. 28.

US Airways Migrates to American Airlines Reservation System

Beginning Saturday, October 17, 2015, the US Airways reservation system will be migrated to the American Airlines Sabre system.

AA Terminal Changes at LAX

Beginning October 17, American Airlines at LAX will operate out of Terminals 4 and 6.

Travel Alert

The State Department has issued a worldwide travel alert - http://travel.state.gov/content/passports/en/alertswarnings/worldwide-t… - warning citizens of possible travel risks due to increased terrorist threats. Travelers are advised to check...