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.

Buy Marriott Bonvoy Points for as Little as 0.89¢ Each With This New Up-To-40% Bonus Promotion

Marriott Bonvoy is offering its members the chance to buy points with a 40% bonus. This bonus drops the effective cost-per-point down to as low as 0.89¢ per point. That opens the door to stays at the most lavish Marriott properties at a fraction of the cost or the chane to mint airline miles for as little as 1.79¢ per mile. Here's when this promotion could make sense.

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.