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We've asked before if you should care about I Prefer Hotel Rewards — the loyalty program of the Preferred Hotels & Resorts hospitality group. In short: Although the program is somewhat niche, it's worth knowing about if you like upscale properties. Now, with a new elite status offer that anyone can use, there's an extra incentive to give the program a look.

Here's how to enjoy I Prefer Titanium status for a year — for free.

Sign up Now to Get Preferred Hotels Titanium Status

Originally, we thought this offer was only for those with an Chase Air Canada Aeroplan® Credit Card or Air Canada elite status. However, it seems anyone can get a year of I Prefer Titanium status for free. All you have to do is use promo code “AIRCANIPT” when signing up for I Prefer.

I Prefer Sign-Up Promotion for Titanium Status
Credit: I Prefer

Alternatively, if you already belong to the I Prefer program, you can try to activate the offer in one of two ways. Call Aeroplan at 800-361-5373, or visit the I Prefer contact page and fill out a form to register your interest. If you take the form route, click “General Program Questions,” mention the Aeroplan promo, and share your Aeroplan member number.

The offer isn't targeted, nor is it limited to Canadian residents. Simply, it appears that anyone is eligible for the free year of I Prefer Titanium status. And you'll get 500 I Prefer points for enrolling.

IPrefer-AirCanada-EnrollmentBonus
Credit: I Prefer

There's no specified end date for the promotion. But, there's also a chance this is a glitch allowing anyone (not just Air Canada elite status members and Aeroplan Card holders) to get Titanium status, so you should move double time to take advantage of the offer.

What I Prefer Titanium Status Gets You

The I Prefer program has three elite status tiers: Silver, Gold, and Titanium — meaning Titanium is the highest tier. You typically need to earn 50,000 points in a calendar year to get Titanium elite status — or you can simply take advantage of this offer.

As a Titanium member, you can enjoy the following benefits:

  • Earn 50% bonus points.
  • Early check-in and late checkout — availability permitting.
  • Welcome amenity.
  • Food and beverage voucher.
  • Digital anniversary gift.
  • Space-available room upgrades.
I Prefer status tiers.
Credit: Preferred Hotels & Resorts

And this comes alongside run-of-the-mill benefits you get as an I Prefer member, like:

  • Complimentary Wi-Fi.
  • Exclusive member rates.
  • Access to partner offers.
  • A copy of the digital I Prefer magazine.

The I Prefer portfolio contains more than 650 independent hotels and resorts in over 85 countries. Suffice it to say, if you look for a Preferred Hotel & Resorts property, you'll likely find one. And the benefits you'll enjoy as a Titanium elite will make your stay more rewarding.

From time to time, I Prefer Hotels offer promotions to earn bonus points on stays.

Final Thoughts

If you're interested in trying out I Prefer, this offer is certainly worth taking advantage of. Just make sure to use promo code AIRCANIPT when you enroll to get a free year of I Prefer Titanium status. There's no telling how long the offer will be around, so act fast if it piques your interest.

Chase Air Canada Aeroplan® Credit Card
Chase Air Canada Aeroplan® Credit Card
Welcome Bonus Our Best Offer Ever: Earn up to 115,000 bonus points. Earn 75,000 bonus points after you spend $4,000 on purchases in the first 3 months your account is open. Plus, 40,000 bonus points after you spend $20,000 in the first 12 months your account is open.
Chase Air Canada Aeroplan® Credit Card
Welcome Bonus Our Best Offer Ever: Earn up to 115,000 bonus points. Earn 75,000 bonus points after you spend $4,000 on purchases in the first 3 months your account is open. Plus, 40,000 bonus points after you spend $20,000 in the first 12 months your account is open.
Annual Fee:$195
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The Chase Air Canada Aeroplan® Credit Card earns up to 5x points on Air Canada direct purchases. Cardholders receive 500 bonus points for every $2,000 you spend in a calendar month (up to 1,500 points per month), and earn a 10% bonus on Chase Ultimate Rewards point transfers to Aeroplan, both through December 31, 2026, enhancing point value. The card includes a free first checked bag for up to eight people on the same reservation, no foreign transaction fees, and a Global Entry/TSA PreCheck®/NEXUS fee credit.
  • Earn up to 115,000 bonus points
  • Earn 75,000 bonus points after you spend $4,000 on purchases in the first 3 months your account is open. Plus, 40,000 bonus points after you spend $20,000 in the first 12 months.
  • $195 Annual Fee
  • Enjoy automatic 25K Aeroplan Status with benefits such as Priority Check-In, Priority Boarding (Zone 2), Additional Baggage Allowance, Star Alliance Recognition and eUpgrade Credits.
  • Earn up to 5X total points for each dollar spent on Air Canada. Earn 3X points on travel purchases.
  • Earn 2X points for each dollar spent at grocery stores, on dining at restaurants, and at gas stations. Earn 1X point for each dollar spent on all other purchases.
  • Up to $100 in Air Canada statement credits (delivered as up to two $50 credits semi-annually).
  • Save 15% on eligible Air Canada flight redemptions as a cardmember.
  • Member FDIC
  • Up to 5x points directly with Air Canada*
  • 3x points on travel purchases
  • 2x points on dining, including takeout and eligible delivery services
  • 2x points at grocery stores
  • 2x points at gas stations
  • 1x point on all other purchases
*3x points on Air Canada purchases plus an additional 2x points from Air Canada on eligible flights when traveling as an Aeroplan 25K member

For rates and fees of the cards mentioned in this post, please visit the following links: Chase Air Canada Aeroplan® Credit Card (Rates & Fees)

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