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Joe Cortez is a Senior Writer at FlyerTalk, an award-winning journalist and blogger focused on travel, leisure, and loyalty programs. As a frequent traveler, Joe has flown across the United States, Canada, and Europe primarily on award bookings and discounted flights. In addition, Joe also contributes to a number of online publications from his fixed base in Columbus, Ohio.

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  Hilton, Marriott, and Wyndham Face Sex Trafficking Lawsuits

  Major hotel chains are facing accusations of allowing sex trafficking at their hotels, with former prostitutes filing...

  Joe Cortez March 4, 2020
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  Should You Buy a United Economy Flexible Fare?

  Welcome to FlyerTalk 101, a guide to traveling like an expert from the experts. For more guides...

  Joe Cortez March 4, 2020
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  How to Fly That Viral Bathroom With the Window In It

  Welcome to FlyerTalk 101, a guide to traveling like an expert from the experts. For more guides...

  Joe Cortez March 3, 2020
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  Fly Business Class to Paris (From the U.S.) for Under $2,000

  FlyerTalkers based in Europe (or are already there) may have a great excuse to travel to the...

  Joe Cortez March 2, 2020
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  Cathay Pacific Grounds Half of Its Fleet Over Coronavirus Concerns

  As concerns of a COVID-19 epidemic spread, Hong Kong airline Cathay Pacific is proactively cancelling around three-quarters...

  Joe Cortez March 2, 2020
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  Business Class Flight Deal: Texas to Trinidad for Under $700

  Looking for an easy premium cabin getaway for Memorial Day? Make plans to hang out in the...

  Joe Cortez February 28, 2020
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  Court Blocks London Heathrow’s Third Runway Project

  After years of debate and planning, Britain’s London Heathrow Airport may not get a third runway due...

  Joe Cortez February 27, 2020
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  Delta Cuts Some Flights to South Korea

  Delta Air Lines is taking serious precautions to prevent the spread of Coronavirus (COVID-19) to the United...

  Joe Cortez February 26, 2020
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  ANA Expands Its Fleet to Over 100 Boeing 787 Dreamliners

  Japan’s All Nippon Airways (ANA) is adding even more Boeing 787 Dreamliners to their fleet, making them...

  Joe Cortez February 26, 2020
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  Is Dining in the American Flagship Lounge Worth $100?

  When it comes to finding airport lounge access, FlyerTalkers are among the best at not only getting...

  Joe Cortez February 24, 2020
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  JFK Gets Nearly $4 Billion to Expand Terminal 4, Destroy Terminal 2

  The days of Delta Air Lines splitting flights between Terminal 2 and Terminal 4 at John F....

  Joe Cortez February 21, 2020
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  United Makes Flying 140-Calories Less Enjoyable

  United Airlines is once again making headlines for punishing their passengers. As of Valentine’s Day 2020, the...

  Joe Cortez February 20, 2020
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  United Makes a Play for India with Vistara Codeshare

  United Airlines is expanding its footprint in India and Southern Asia with its latest codeshare partner. The...

  Joe Cortez February 19, 2020