IHG Acquires Ruby Hotels — Here’s What This Means for Program Members Visiting Europe by Skye Class February 28, 2025 1 IHG recently announced the acquisition of its twentieth brand — Ruby Hotels, a boutique urban lifestyle chain. This addition complements IHG’s other luxury lifestyle brands, such as Hotel Indigo, InterContinental, and Kimpton. Here’s what the acquisition means for IHG One Rewards members.
13 Escape Lounges Accept Priority Pass – Here are the Locations, Hours, and Restrictions by Sam Helmy February 27, 2025 4 Priority Pass members can access 13 Escape Lounges in the United States, in addition to the existing six Escape Lounges in the United Kingdom. Here's are the locations, access restrictions, and what Priority Pass members need to know about these U.S. domestic lounges.
Big Changes Are Coming to the WestJet Rewards Program on April 30. Here’s What Matters. by Tyler Glatt May 3, 2025 0 On April 30, 2025, Canada's second-biggest airline will implement what it's calling "the most significant improvement to WestJet Rewards in the program's 15-year history." But should you care about these coming WestJet Rewards changes? Let's take a look.
LifeMiles Devaluation By the Numbers: Just How Much LifeMiles Increased Domestic Award Rates on United by JT Genter February 26, 2025 3 One of our favorite sweet spots in points and miles was eliminated without fanfare earlier this month when LifeMiles conducted its second devaluation in five months. Here's a breakdown of the changes and a look at LifeMiles' illogical new award chart for domestic United flights.
American Airlines Unveils New Personalized Bag Tag Design for AAdvantage Members by JT Genter February 26, 2025 2 Today, American Airlines unveiled the design of its new personalized luggage tags. These luggage tags will be an option for AAdvantage members upon earning 15,000 Loyalty Points during the 2025 elite qualification year.
Remember: Capital One Venture X Cardholders Lose Plaza Premium Lounge Access March 1, 2025 by Lauren Wynn February 26, 2025 0 Starting March 1, 2025, Capital One Venture X and Venture X Business cardholders will lose direct access to Plaza Premium lounges. Here’s what this change means and how it may impact your travels.
World of Hyatt Category Changes for 2025: What To Book Before Award Prices Change on March 25 by JT Genter and Ryan Smith March 29, 2025 9 Few things in life are certain: death, taxes, and annual award category changes from World of Hyatt. Devaluations and changes are an unfortunate reality in award travel, and this year's iteration of award chart updates are coming to Hyatt hotels on March 25, 2025 at 8 a.m. Central Time.
Miles & More Devaluation: Dynamic Pricing and Partner Award Chart Changes Coming in June 2025 by JT Genter June 4, 2025 0 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.
How to Use Marriott Multiply Points Feature to Buy Points for as Low as 0.94¢ Per Point by Tyler Glatt February 24, 2025 1 Travelers have a neat way to earn a boatload of Marriott Bonvoy points, and it involves multiplying the ones you've recently earned by up to 4X. Multiplying your Marriott points is an interesting proposition, but is it worth your time and money? Let's take a look.
Capital One Lifestyle Collection: Score Bonus Miles and Hotel Perks Without Elite Status by Carissa Rawson and Brie Bash August 15, 2025 1 Capital One's Lifestyle Hotel Collection allows cardholders to gain elite status-like benefits with their bookings, such as early check-in, room upgrades, and an experience credit with every stay. Here's what you need to know about this program and what it offers to Capital One cardholders.
Delta Medallion Elites Can Now Order Their 2025 Customized Bag Tags — Here’s How by Skye Class February 21, 2025 2 Luggage tags are a fun perk offered by various airline loyalty programs, and Delta’s 2025 customizable bag tags for Medallion elite status holders are now available to order. Here's how to request yours.
British Airways Add Segment-Based Status Earnings, Temporary Bonus Tier Point Offer by Sam Helmy February 21, 2025 0 British Airways announced two major tweaks to how tier points are earned when the airline switches to a revenue-based loyalty program on April 1, 2025. Here's how travelers will be able to earn British Airways elite status through segments and how to register for a temporary bonus Tier Point promotion.
United Premier Luggage Tags Are Back for 2025 — Here’s How to Claim Yours by Skye Class February 20, 2025 4 United Luggage tags are one of those unique benefits for Premier elite status members. The opportunity to claim them has rolled around again for anyone who achieved Premier elite status for 2025. Unlike in previous years, tags aren't set out automatically. Furthermore, there are some limitations members need to know. Here are the details.
Singapore KrisFlyer Announces Garuda Indonesia as Earning and Redemption Partner by Sam Helmy February 19, 2025 0 Singapore Airlines announced a new partnership with Garuda Indonesia, allowing you to earn and redeem Singapore miles for flights on select routes with Garuda Indonesia. Here's what to know about this limited partnership
Trailborn Joins the Marriott Bonvoy Program: What Travelers Need to Know About This Outdoorsy Brand by JT Genter February 18, 2025 0 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.
Capital One Re-Adds JetBlue As a Transfer Partner — But the Transfer Rate Disappoints by JT Genter February 18, 2025 0 Capital One and JetBlue have had a long and complicated relationship. The card issuer and airline have had an on-again-off-again relationship for years. And as of today, they're getting back together: Capital One just (re)launched JetBlue as its 18th transfer partner. However, this new addition has a major drawback: the transfer ratio.
El Al Adds Online Bookings for Virgin Atlantic Awards, Launches Dynamic Award Pricing by JT Genter February 17, 2025 1 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.
Alaska Airlines Now Allows Mixed Partner Award Bookings — But With a Catch by Tyler Glatt February 17, 2025 2 Alaska Airlines Mileage Plan miles can take you pretty far — and for pretty good value, too. But something you couldn't do with Alaska miles has been to use them to book a single award on multiple airlines. Until now. You can now book one Mileage Plan award ticket and fly two partner airlines, but with a few limitations. Here are the details.
JetBlue Now Selling Basic Economy Award Tickets — Here’s What It Means for Award Travelers by Mark Jackson February 16, 2025 0 JetBlue becomes the second U.S. airline after Delta to sell a basic economy award ticket to its members. So far, this has meant even cheaper JetBlue TrueBlue award pricing, but we're concerned what it might mean for the future.
Amazon Prime Member? Here’s How To Get a Free Grubhub+ Membership by Skye Class February 20, 2025 1 Do you use Grubhub for food delivery? If you're an Amazon Prime member, you have a neat way to unlock major savings on your orders. Your Amazon Prime membership already includes a complimentary Grubhub+ subscription. Simply activate it, and you'll keep the subscription as long as you remain a Prime member. But how do you activate your complimentary membership? Let’s take a look.
Earn 20X Avios on Hotels & 15X on Car Rentals with British Airways – Book by Feb. 24 by Sam Helmy February 14, 2025 0 British Airways Club has launched a double promotion, giving you 20X on Avios on hotel stays and 15X Avios on car rentals. The promotion is valid for bookings made through February 24, 2025. Here's everything you need to know in order to take advantage of these promotions.
Delta Vacations Promotion: Save Up to $200 off Package Bookings With This Promo Code by Skye Class February 14, 2025 0 Delta Vacations is yet another booking platform for savings on vacation packages, including flights and hotel stays. Through March 31, SkyMiles members can save up to $200 off eligible packages throughout the Americas. What makes this offer great is that all Delta partner airlines are available for the packages. Here are the details of this offer.
Iberia Plus Overhaul: New Revenue-Based Elite Status & Tier Changes Coming in April 2025 by Sam Helmy February 13, 2025 0 Iberia Plus has announced a slew of changes to its program that will take effect on April 1, 2025. The changes are wide-ranging and include a name change, new status levels, and status qualification, which will now be revenue-based.
Marriott Business Access Program: Overview, Eligibility, and the Perks You Get by Sam Helmy and Skye Class February 10, 2025 0 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. Here's everything you need to know about this program.
Bilt Teases Credit Card Revamp: Earn Points on Mortgages, New Annual Fee Cards & More by Mark Jackson February 7, 2025 3 Bilt Rewards just sent out a survey to its membership to see what their thoughts were on potential card changes, including two new tiers of credit cards. As Bilt continues to grow and evolve its offering, let's see what changes might be in store for the loyalty brand.
ITA Airways Is Leaving SkyTeam for Star Alliance. Here’s the Timeline of When This Will Happen by Mark Jackson February 7, 2025 0 Airline partnerships can be a messy business, and ITA Airways is already switching alliances after becoming an airline in 2020. Read on for all the news we know about the pending move to Star Alliance, as well as what this means for travelers on ITA Airways and minority owner Lufthansa Group's airlines.
How to Access Lufthansa Lounges With Priority Pass: Locations, Hours, and Restrictions by Skye Class February 5, 2025 45 The number of Priority Pass lounges in the United States seems ever-growing. Currently, Priority Pass members have access to over 120 lounges across 45 airports, including three Lufthansa lounges. Here are the Lufthansa lounge locations available to Priority Pass members along with hours and restrictions.
