UC Travel Supplier Spotlight Series: UC travel info and giveaways

For the sixth year in a row, the UC Central Travel Office is hosting its Supplier Spotlight Series — virtual events featuring representatives from high-profile vendors who support UC travelers, including airlines, hotel groups and car rentals.

Mark your calendar to connect directly with a variety of suppliers and learn about the benefits of booking within our systemwide program. These events consistently maintain an attendee satisfaction rating of over 84%. You’ll also have an opportunity to win prizes from our travel partners! (Note that to be eligible for giveaways, participants must register using a UC email address and attendance is required.) 

Register to join us

Select each vendor’s name to register via Zoom. All sessions are one hour and listings reflect Pacific Time. Full details for some events are still pending. For the most current listings, visit the UC Travel website (ConnexUC login is required).

Delta Air Lines
August 20, 11 a.m.
Delta representatives will share the contracted benefits UC travelers receive, such as preferred seating, priority boarding and potential upgrades. They will also provide insight into any new routes and network expansions, and products (such as premium economy on their A350 fleet). All participants will be entered to win one of two $500 certificates for Delta ticket purchases. Attendance is required for eligibility, and winners will be randomly selected during the session.

Uber 
August 27, 11 a.m.
Learn how Uber can help make university travel convenient, hassle-free and enjoyable. No giveaways are planned for this session.

Southwest Airlines 
September 17, 11 a.m.
More details coming soon.

 Singapore Airlines 
September 18, 11:30 a.m.
More details coming soon.

American Airlines
September 24, 11 a.m.
More details coming soon.

Hertz
October 1, 11 a.m.
More details coming soon.

Enterprise/National 
October 2, 11:30 a.m.
Explore what’s included in UC’s contracted rate for business rentals and how renting a car can be more beneficial than using your own vehicle and getting reimbursed for mileage. Participants will be entered to win one of two $25 Amazon gift certificates. Attendance is required for eligibility. Attendance is required for eligibility, and winners will be randomly selected during the session.

Alaska Airlines
October 22, 11 a.m.
Learn about Alaska’s continued growth, as well as exclusive benefits for travelers who book within UC contract, including complimentary upgrades, preferred seating and priority boarding. Participants will be entered to win one of several giveaways, three status match upgrades from their current tier — up to and including MVP Gold. Attendance is required for eligibility, and winners will be randomly selected during the session.

United Airlines & Lufthansa Airlines
October 29, 11 a.m.
More details coming soon.

For questions, comments or suggestions, contact UC Travel.