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Microsoft Expedia.com and Northwest Airlines Offer $99 Companion Fare for Winter Travel

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Travelers can now enjoy discounted airfare with the introduction of a new promotion by Microsoft Expedia.com and Northwest Airlines. From today through November 5, those purchasing a Northwest Airlines ticket through Expedia.com can receive a $99 Companion Award certificate, redeemable for a coach-class round-trip ticket with their next purchase of a Northwest ticket through the website. This offer provides a convenient and affordable option for friends to travel together this winter. "This offer gives added incentive for those planning to travel with a friend this winter," said Al Lenza, vice president, distribution planning, Northwest Airlines.

Key Takeaways:

  • The "Microsoft Expedia.com Bring a Friend for $99" promotion offers a $99 Companion Award certificate to travelers purchasing a Northwest Airlines ticket through Expedia.com.
  • The certificate is redeemable for a coach-class round-trip ticket with the purchase of one qualifying round-trip coach-class ticket.
  • Travel must begin and end in the 48 contiguous United States or Alaska, and all travel must be completed by February 12, 1999.
  • The promotion is only available for travel on Northwest Airlines, and tickets must be purchased before November 5 to receive the discount.
  • Expedia.com offers a Credit Card Guarantee to protect customers' credit cards from fraud, providing up to $50 (U.S.) liability protection for 12 months.
  • Microsoft Expedia.com is the leading electronic-commerce site for travel, with over 3 million monthly visitors and weekly travel sales exceeding $5 million.
  • The website offers comprehensive travel services, including destination content, travel news, mapping, and more.

Statistics:

  • Over 3 million monthly visitors to Expedia.com.
  • Weekly travel sales exceeding $5 million on Expedia.com.
  • The promotion is valid for travel on Northwest Airlines, offering over 400 destinations in 80 countries on six continents.
  • The $99 Companion Award certificate must be redeemed for travel within the 48 contiguous United States or Alaska.

Sources:

  • "Microsoft Expedia.com and Northwest Airlines Make Winter Travel More Affordable with $99 Companion Fare" - M2 Presswire, October 13, 1998.
  • Microsoft Expedia.com, http://expedia.msn.com/.
  • Expedia.com Guarantee, http://expedia.msn.com/expediaguarantee.htm.
  • About Northwest Airlines, http://www.nwa.com/history/About_NWA.html.
  • Microsoft Press Pass, http://www.microsoft.com/presspass/.

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