Alaska Ending Lounge Access for Many First Class Passengers by Sam Helmy November 23, 2022 0 Alaska Mileage Plan has announced that it will cut access to lounges for many paid and award first class tickets effective February 15, 2023. Also, the airline is hiking the price of their yearly lounge memberships. Here's what to know about these changes and the few exceptions to the new rules.
American Express Announces New ‘Apply With Confidence’ Feature by Sam Helmy November 21, 2022 4 American Express has introduced a new "Apply with Confidence" feature to its credit card applications. This lets you know whether you will be accepted for a new credit card without pulling a hard inquiry on your credit report (which negatively impacts your credit score). Here's what we know so far about this feature.
Marriott and Asia Miles Launch Two-Way Point Conversions by Sam Helmy November 19, 2022 1 Marriott Bonvoy and Cathay Pacific Asia Miles have announced two-way point conversions. You can now transfer your Marriott points to Asia Miles at a ratio of 3:1, and you can transfer your Asia Miles to Marriott Bonvoy points at a ratio of 2:1. That's a pretty bad rate, so here are all of your transfer options.
New Air Canada Aeroplan Partner: Bamboo Airways by Sam Helmy November 18, 2022 3 Air Canada Aeroplan announced a new partnership with Vietnam-based carrier Bamboo Airways. Effective immediately, Aeroplan members can earn and redeem points when flying on Bamboo Airways flights. Herae are the earning and burning rates — including 12,500-point redemptions to Bali and US to Vietnam for 75k points.
Marriott Announces the Return of Personal Ambassadors, Increases Spending Requirements by JT Genter November 16, 2022 1 Marriott just announced that it's bringing back one of the best perks of its top-tier Ambassador Elite status: personal ambassadors. However, earning Ambassador Elite status will cost you more starting in 2023. Here's what you need to know about these changes and whether Ambassador Elite is worth pursuing.
Marriott Unveils Newest Hotel Brand: Apartments by Marriott Bonvoy by Skye Class November 14, 2022 1 Marriott has just announced the newest brand in its portfolio: Apartments by Marriott Bonvoy for apartment-hotels in North America. This new brand is similar to Marriott Executive Apartments overseas. And Marriott describes them as premium and luxury. So what does that mean?
Cathay Pacific and Select LATAM Awards Now Bookable via Alaska Mileage Plan Website by Jerod Morales November 11, 2022 1 Alaska Airlines has finally added the ability to book Cathay Pacific and LATAM award flights through its website. Gone are the days of having to find a flight with the award space you want to book, then calling Alaska with that information to complete the booking. Here's what you need to know about these changes.
United Increases Elite Status Requirements, Adds Elite Earnings on Awards Starting in 2023 by Max Prosperi November 10, 2022 9 United MileagePlus announced some major program changes for next year. Beginning in 2023, United will implement changes to the MileagePlus program including significant increases to what's required for elite status, adding elite earnings on award flights, and removing award redeposit fees. Here's what members need to know about changes to the United MileagePlus program.
Transfer Capital One Miles to Accor Live Limitless With a 20% Bonus by Sam Helmy November 3, 2022 0 Capital One launched a promotion giving you a 20% bonus when you transfer your Capital One Miles to Accor ALL points. The promotion is valid for transfers through November 30, 2022. For every 1,000 Capital One miles you transfer, you receive 600 Accor points. Here are some creative uses of this otherwise forgettable transfer bonus.
British Airways & Iberia Move To Revenue-Based Avios Earning by Sam Helmy November 3, 2022 5 In an email to its members and a press release, Iberia announced that it is moving to a revenue-based system of Avios earnings effective immediately. In the same announcement, Iberia's partner British Airways also announced that it will move to revenue-based Avios earnings in 2023.
Earn Up to 15,000 Bonus Aeroplan Points on IHG Stays by Sam Helmy October 27, 2022 0 IHG launched a new promotion offering up to 15,000 bonus Air Canada Aeroplan points for eligible IHG stays. The promotion is valid for stays through January 31, 2023. However, reservations must be completed by November 30, 2022.
Relaunch of Lyft Pink Membership with More Benefits and Lower Fee by Skye Class October 27, 2022 0 The Lyft Pink membership has been around for a couple of years now. Previously, the membership came with a $19.99 monthly subscription fee. That fee got you 15% off rides in the U.S., 3 free cancellations a month, 3 free scooter rides, priority airport pickup, no lost-and-found fees, and a free Grubhub+ membership. Unfortunately, you would have had to spend $134 before taxes and fees just to break even on the cost of the membership.
Details of the Massive Devaluation of Radisson Rewards Worldwide by Skye Class October 26, 2022 6 Earlier this year, Radisson Rewards split in two. Now the Radisson Rewards Worldwide program (for hotels located outside the Americas) has devaluated several parts of the program. Members earn fewer points, points are worth less, etc. Here's a summary of changes, and what you can do about them.
Southwest Raises Requirements for Companion Pass, Program Changes by Skye Class October 23, 2022 4 Southwest Airlines has implemented changes to the Rapid Rewards program, including increasing the requirements for Companion Pass, a Rapid Rewards cardholder bonus, etc. Here are the changes that took effect on January 1, 2023.
Last Chance: Transfer IHG One Points to Virgin Velocity Points With a 15% Bonus by Sam Helmy October 21, 2022 0 IHG One Rewards brought back a promotion giving you a 15% bonus when you transfer IHG One Rewards points to the Virgin Velocity program. The promotion is valid for transfers through October 25, 2022. But, is it worth transferring your IHG points at this ratio?
Marriott Bonvoy Ends Conversion Bonus to Four Airline Partners by Sam Helmy October 18, 2022 2 Marriott Bonvoy sent out an email this week to select members notifying them that, effective October 31, 2022, the standing points conversion bonus will be ending. For now, the change only affects four of the more than 40 airlines you can transfer Marriott Bonvoy points. But it could be a bad sign of things to come.
Air Canada Aeroplan and Avis Partner to Offer Status Match Opportunity by Skye Class October 16, 2022 2 Avis and Air Canada Aeroplan just announced a new partnership. As part of this new partnership, Aeroplan elites and premium credit cardholders can claim Avis Preferred Plus or even President's Club elite status. Here are the details of which Avis elite status you can claim and how to do so.
Delta Updates Its Million Miler Program With New Gift Options by Sam Helmy October 9, 2022 1 This week, Delta Air Line upgraded and enhanced its Million Miler Program. The improvements include an enhanced selection of gifts, a new website, and a better welcome experience overall. Here are photos of the new options.
