Benefit Partner News: Alaska Airlines and Veterans Advantage Announce Partnership to Thank U.S. Active Duty, Veterans & Military Families

June 20, 2018

SEATTLE, June 20, 2018 - Veterans Advantage, PBC announced today a new partnership with Alaska Airlines that will offer discounted airfare for Veterans Advantage VetRewards Card^TM members.

The discount is valid for travel on Alaska Airlines to more than 115 destinations in the United States, including Hawaii, Mexico & Costa Rica, without blackout dates, and across all classes of service. VetRewards cardholders may also enroll in Alaska Mileage Plan^TM, Alaska’s award-winning rewards program for loyal fliers, at no cost and will be eligible to earn points along with their discounted travel.

"We are thrilled to offer a discount to those who have served in our Armed Forces and are now Veterans Advantage members," said Mark Bocchi, Alaska Airlines managing director of sales and community marketing.

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