Southwest Airlines Removes Expiration of Flight Credits by Skye Class July 30, 2022 2 Southwest Airlines just announced yet another benefit for its flyers. This time, it's removing the expiration of Southwest flight credits. This is great news, especially as other airlines are removing benefits, dramatically increasing surcharge fees, etc.
World of Hyatt Members Earn Double Points at MGM Resorts in Las Vegas by Skye Class July 26, 2022 1 Headed to Las Vegas this summer or fall? Well, you might want to take advantage of a new promotion. Hyatt is offering World of Hyatt members the chance to earn double points at MGM Resorts properties. You will need to register, book, and complete your stay before October 15, 2022 to qualify.
New American Airlines Companion Upgrades Policy, End of 500-Mile Upgrades by Sam Helmy July 21, 2022 0 All American Airlines elites now receive complimentary upgrades on domestic and short-haul international flights. Even better, companions traveling with elite members also receive a complimentary upgrade when flying with their elite status travel companion. Any unused 500-mile upgrade certificates will be converted to 250 Loyalty Points on July 31, 2022 - unless you take action before then.
Star Alliance Welcomes Its First Non-Airline Member: Deutsche Bahn by Sam Helmy July 13, 2022 1 In a world first, Star Alliance has announced that the rail company Deutsche Bahn will join the alliance as the first-ever Star Alliance non-airline member. Here's what we know so far about this new "intermodal" partner of the Star Alliance... and what questions are still outstanding.
British Airways Significantly Reduces Fuel Surcharges on Iberia Awards by Sam Helmy July 6, 2022 2 Quietly and without any announcement, British Airways cut the high fuel surcharges it used to charge for awards on Iberia flights. The new charges align with the more modest fuel surcharges that Iberia levies on its own awards. Here's why this is a big deal for some travelers - and why the fix was long overdue.
Alaska Members Can Now Redeem Mileage Plan Miles for Air Tahiti Nui Awards by Sam Helmy June 30, 2022 1 You can now redeem your Alaska Mileage Plan miles for awards on Air Tahiti Nui. Awards to the South Pacific start at just 30,000 miles one-way. Plus, you can also redeem miles for a fifth freedom flight from the U.S. to Europe starting at 30,000 miles each way. Here's a look at the new award chart.
Qatar Airways and Virgin Australia Tease New Partnership Including Loyalty Perks by Sam Helmy June 24, 2022 0 Virgin Australia and Qatar Airways recently announced a strategic partnership that includes code-sharing, reciprocal benefits and privileges for elite members, and the ability to earn and redeem their respective points and miles when flying each other flights. Here's what we know so far.
Earn Miles While Redeeming Miles Using Turkish Airlines New Cash & Miles Option by Sam Helmy June 23, 2022 0 Turkish Airlines now lets you pay for a portion of your fare using miles. The new Cash & Miles option allows members to pay for up to 50% of their ticket on Turkish Airlines flights using Miles & Smiles miles, and can only be done via its website or mobile app.
Capital One Adds Plaza Premium Lounge Access for Select Cardmembers by Sam Helmy June 19, 2022 1 This week, Capital One announced that cardholders of select Capital One Venture-branded and Spark Miles cards will now be able to access Plaza Premium lounges when traveling through select airports. Here's what you need to know about the access policy.
Register to Earn 1,000 American Airlines Miles Per Stay at Eligible Hyatt Hotels by Patrick Stouffer June 17, 2022 34 Registration is now open for the newest bonus earning promotion for the partnership between Hyatt and American Airlines. Through September 5, 2022, World of Hyatt members can earn 1,000 American Airlines AAdvantage miles for every stay at eligible Hyatt hotels. This is like a promotion the partners ran a few months ago, but at that time it was targeted. This promotion is available for all Hyatt members, but first you need to register.
British Airways Increases Fuel Surcharges for Long-Haul Award Travel by Max Prosperi June 11, 2022 3 Get ready to pay even more out of pocket when redeeming Avios for flights operated by British Airways. As British Airways increases fuel surcharges again, this adds to the airline's already extreme fees and surcharges -- a big headache on award bookings. Here's how much more you'll pay when redeeming your Avios on select long-haul routes.
Flying Blue Introduces New Family Pooling Option by Sam Helmy April 28, 2022 8 Flying Blue just introduced family pooling to its program. Now 2 adults and up to 6 children can form a family pool of up to 8 people to better leverage the miles earned by everyone in the family. Here's what you need to know about how to utilize this new program.
