(CNN)– Alaska Airlines’ flight attendants are about to get a big pay boost as part of a tentative agreement for a new contract.

According to the Association of Flight Attendants, union members will get at least an 18% raise.

They will also now get paid while boarding passengers on flights.

The tentative agreement comes after nearly two years of negotiations.

The union also made a deal on pay for raises that were missed while those negotiations were ongoing.

Union members still need to vote on whether to ratify the agreement.

Alaska Airlines has announced the addition of two new destinations in Mexico to its international network, set to launch this winter. The carrier will introduce nonstop flights from Los Angeles to La Paz and Monterrey, expanding options for U.S. travelers seeking warm-weather getaways.

Starting Nov. 20, 2024, Alaska Airlines will become the only U.S. carrier offering service to La Paz, a coastal destination in Mexico’s Baja California Sur. The airline aims to provide travelers with access to this less-frequented Mexican locale known for its beaches and marine life. Flights will be offered two- to three-times weekly.

Additionally, beginning Feb. 13, 2025, Alaska Airlines will launch daily nonstop flights between Los Angeles and Monterrey. This new route will make Alaska the sole U.S. airline providing daily nonstop service to the industrial hub in northeastern Mexico.

“During the winter months, our guests search for warm-weather travel destinations,” stated Alaska Airlines in a press release posted to the airline’s website. “Our new nonstop service to La Paz (LAP) and Monterrey (MTY) caters to that demand by offering our guests the perfect escape to sunny skies, a vibrant city experience and warm hospitality.”

The airline encourages early booking for winter vacations, with tickets available for purchase starting now on the Alaska Airlines website.

Editor’s Note: This article was generated by AI, based on a press release distributed by Alaska Airlines. It was reviewed by a TravelAge West editor.