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Miles & More Devaluation: Dynamic Pricing and Partner Award Chart Changes Coming in June 2025

Miles & More just announced "exciting changes" this morning -- which will likely decrease the value of Miles & More miles. As of June 3, 2025, the Miles & More program will adopt dynamic award pricing for awards on Lufthansa Group airlines, adjust its award chart for partner flights, and eliminate its Mileage Bargains program. Here's what to know about these Miles & More program changes.

Earn a Promotional Southwest Companion Pass With Just One Round-Trip (Or Two One-Way Flights)

Southwest Airlines just launched a new promotion to help you earn a Companion Pass, but you must act fast. The newest offer lets members earn a temporary Companion Pass after just one eligible roundtrip (or two one-way flights) booked by February 20, 2025 and taken by March 31, 2025. Here are the details of this flash Southwest Companion Pass promotion — and how to register to take advantage of this promotion.

Trailborn Joins the Marriott Bonvoy Program: What Travelers Need to Know About This Outdoorsy Brand

In December, Marriott announced a long-term agreement with outdoor-focused hotel brand Trailborn. Since then, Marriott has moved quickly to integrate the boutique hotel brand into its systems. As of today, Marriott Bonvoy members can now earn Bonvoy points on Trailborn stays and enjoy some elite perks. Here's what to know about this new addition to the Marriott Bonvoy program.

El Al Adds Online Bookings for Virgin Atlantic Awards, Launches Dynamic Award Pricing

Early this morning, El Al added the ability to book Virgin Atlantic awards through its website. That's a welcome addition for a partnership that previously required calling El Al to book. However, with this new addition, we are seeing dynamic award pricing for Virgin Atlantic awards -- instead of the published award chart rates. Here's the full breakdown of the El Al - Virgin Atlantic partnership.

New 50% Marriott Bonvoy Transfer Bonus From Chase Ultimate Rewards

Chase just launched a new transfer bonus for Ultimate Rewards cardholders. Now through March 31, can get a 50% transfer bonus when transferring Ultimate Rewards points to Marriott Bonvoy. That's a better-than-typical transfer bonus between Chase and Marriott. However, Marriott Bonvoy is one of the less valuable Chase transfer partners. So, does it make sense to take advantage of this promotion? Here's our full breakdown.

Hilton Honors Extends Status Match, Keep Status Through March 2027 With Just 8 Nights

Hilton Honors' generous status match to Gold status and fast track to top-tier Diamond is back for another year. With the current offer, matching and extending your status past the trial period means you'll be a Hilton Honors elite member through March 31, 2027. Here's everything you need to know about how to match your hotel elite status to Hilton Honors, keep your status past the three-month trial period, and why it's worth matching.

Marriott Business Access Program: Eligibility, Perks, and a New Elite Status Offer

The Business Access by Marriott Bonvoy program is aimed at small and medium-sized businesses and provides many features and benefits, including an expanded and improved booking experience. Now, targeted members can claim complimentary Silver Elite status and a fast-track to Gold Elite status through the end of 2026. Register for this offer by July 14, 2025. Here are the details.