How to Fly Your Favorite Wines Home for Free with Alaska Airlines
Alaska Air: Wine Flies Free™: Simplifying Your Wine Travel
Alaska Airlines, known for its extensive network of nonstop flights to the West Coast, introduces a delightful perk for wine lovers: the Wine Flies Free™ program. This program is designed specifically for travelers flying from Portland and other select West Coast cities, offering a seamless way to bring home a case of your favorite wines without the hassle of extra baggage fees.
Here's how it works:
Membership Advantage: To take advantage of this offer, ensure you're a Mileage Plan™ member. Signing up is straightforward, free, and doesn’t require a credit card.
Flight Eligibility: The program is available for flights departing from 32 airports in Washington, Oregon, Idaho, or California, heading to any domestic Alaska Airlines destination.
Age Requirement: Participants must be at least 21 years old.
Packing and Check-in: First, know that here at Nestor we’ll take care of packing your wines so they’re travel ready. If you’re DIYing, make sure your wine is properly packed in a case or box, ideally with protective materials like styrofoam, cardboard liners, or bubble wrap. Check your wine at the Alaska Airlines ticket counter, where it will be marked as "FRAGILE" for extra care.
Baggage Policy: The first case of wine won't count towards your checked baggage allowance. However, standard checked bag fees apply for additional luggage, including wine luggage, especially from non-participating cities.
Nestor: Your Pacific Northwest Wine Concierge
Nestor steps in as your expert wine concierge, offering a curated selection of the finest wines the Pacific Northwest has to offer. We make the process of selecting and transporting wine effortless and enjoyable.
Expert Selection: Nestor showcases an array of Pacific Northwest wines, handpicked for their quality and representation of the region's diverse winemaking traditions.
Travel-Ready Packaging: Understanding the nuances of travel, Nestor ensures each case of wine is packed with utmost care. Their use of robust packing materials guarantees your wine's safe and secure transport.
Seamless Integration with Wine Flies Free™: Nestor works in unison with Alaska Airlines' Wine Flies Free™ program. Once you've made your selection, we’ll take care of the rest, from packing to ensuring your wine is ready for check-in at the airport.
Free Delivery in Portland: For added convenience, we offer free delivery within the Portland Metro Area to your hotel or AirBnB, making it easy to get your chosen wines to the airport or your accommodation before your flight.
Your Journey with Wine, Made Easy
In conclusion, Alaska Airlines' Wine Flies Free™ program, combined with the expertise and convenience offered by Nestor, provides a unique opportunity to explore and bring home a taste of the Pacific Northwest's exquisite wine offerings. Ensure that your journey from vineyard to home is not just about travel, but about savoring the memories and flavors of one of America's most celebrated wine regions.
