Cathay Unveils Major Elite Status Changes for 2026 and 2027 — Including a New Top-Tier Level

Cathay Pacific just announced major changes coming to its loyalty program — some good, some not. The changes will roll out in two parts, with a few minor changes to membership cycles beginning in 2026, and a major overhaul of Cathay's elite status program taking effect in 2027. Here's everything you need to know about the enhanced Cathay Pacific membership program.

SWISS Welcomes First Airbus A350: Here’s Your First Look Inside the Airline’s Brand-New Flagship Plane

SWISS just took delivery of its first-in-fleet Airbus A350. And AwardWallet had the unique opportunity to tour the airplane in Zurich, Switzerland ahead of its maiden flight. Like SWISS did for us, we’ll introduce you to Lausanne (the aircraft’s name), take you on a head-to-tail walkthrough of the new jet, and explain what you can expect from SWISS in the years ahead.

Bilt Rewards Expands Again, Adds Etihad Airways as Its 22nd Transfer Partner

Few things in life are certain: death, taxes, and Bilt Rewards adding new transfer partners every quarter. The latest addition is Etihad Airways, which becomes Bilt’s 22nd partner. Starting today, you can transfer your Bilt Points to Etihad’s Guest loyalty program. Here’s your briefing on Bilt’s newest transfer partner. Here are the sweet spots this adds to the Bilt Rewards program.

Multiply Your Avianca LifeMiles: Pay as Little as 1.23¢ Apiece to Increase Recent Earnings

Avianca LifeMiles is joining the "Multiply your Miles" party and is offering a promotion to receive 57% off when you multiply your LifeMiles, or up to 63% when you make the purchase with an Avianca Lifemiles credit card. This promotion runs until October 14, 2025, and can provide good value if you're looking to grab some extra LifeMiles for an upcoming redemption. Here's what to know.

Book Now: Wyndham Rewards is Doubling Award Pricing at 39 Properties on October 17

Wyndham Rewards is an often overlooked hotel program, but now's a great time to give it a look. Wyndham plans to double award pricing at 39 properties effective October 17, 2025. That gives you two weeks to lock in current award pricing. Here's how to book vacation condos for as cheap as 7,500 points per night, including how to simply buy the points you need for as cheap as $51 per night.