American Airlines Introduces AAdvantage Status for a Day Redemption Option by Sam Helmy April 2, 2023 0 AAdvantage recently launched a new program called "Enhance with Miles". Through the new Status for a Day offering, you can now gift status for a day or purchase it for yourself using miles. However, you'll first need to unlock the ability to do so. Here's everything you need to know about this new redemption option.
Free Holds, Maximizing Award Regions, Other Tricks for Booking Awards Using AAdvantage® Miles by JT Genter November 7, 2024 11 American Airlines AAdvantage® is one the most versatile and valuable frequent-flyer programs in the world. Bask Bank makes it easy to put your savings to work earning these miles with the Bask Mileage Savings Account. In this post, we share some advanced techniques to maximize the value of your AAdvantage® miles.
American Airlines Slashes Mileage Earning Rate for Alaska Saver Fares by JT Genter March 24, 2023 0 American Airlines just unveiled a cut to the AAdvantage earning rate for Alaska Airlines Saver fares. Starting May 1, 2023, Alaska Airlines Saver fares will earn just 1 AAdvantage mile per 10 miles flown. That's a 60% cut from the current earning rates. Here's what this means in practice and where else you might want to credit Alaska basic economy flights.
AAdvantage® Aviator® World Elite Business Mastercard® Review by Sam Helmy January 5, 2023 0 The AAdvantage® Aviator® World Elite Business Mastercard is AAdvantage's main small business co-brand card. The card offers a generous welcome bonus and 2X earnings per dollar spent on AA. The card also features decent benefits, including a free checked bag and Preferred Boarding for a reasonable $95 annual fee.
American Airlines Revamps Loyalty Rewards, Slashes Mileage Earnings Rate on Basic Economy by JT Genter December 15, 2022 5 Today, American Airlines is announcing a slew of changes to how travelers earn rewards in the AAdvantage program. AAdvantage Gold requirements are increasing, mileage earnings on basic economy are decreasing by 60%, and American Airlines is adding several new rewards tiers — including a new one for members at just 15,000 Loyalty Points. Here's a breakdown of all of the changes.
Ending Soon: Earn 5,000 AAdvantage® Loyalty Points with Bask Bank by Erik Paquet December 10, 2022 5 Bask Bank is currently offering an exciting limited-time offer for new customers who open a Bask Mileage Savings Account through December 15, 2022. For the first time ever, the Mileage Savings Account signup bonus will award Loyalty Points to help you reach the next level of American AAdvantage® elite status. Here are the key details to help you decide if this account is best for you.
American Airlines, British Airways Open Three New Premium Lounges at New York-JFK by Max Prosperi December 7, 2022 1 American Airlines and British Airways now operate at New York-JFK under one roof. With the two airlines having co-located at Terminal 8, sweeping changes have been made to the premium travel experience, including lounges. Here is what travelers need to know about the three joint premium lounges.
Ending Soon: American Airlines Status Match Challenge for World of Hyatt Elites by Sam Helmy December 6, 2022 4 American Airlines recently launched a status match offer for World of Hyatt elites. The promotion offers Hyatt Globalist and Explorist members the chance to claim AAdvantage Platinum or Platinum Pro, respectively. However, you need to act soon to take advantage of this opportunity.
American Airlines Cardmember Appreciation Week and Sweepstakes by Skye Class October 2, 2022 3 American Airlines is celebrating 35 years of Citi/AAdvantage Mastercards with a cardmember appreciation week centered around the theme of 35, and a social media sweepstakes. There are quite a few rewards you can earn through these promotions, plus a trip valued at up to $35,000 plus 350,000 AAdvantage miles through the sweepstakes.
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.
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.
Alaska Airlines Introduces Dynamic Pricing for Domestic American Airlines Awards by Sam Helmy April 26, 2022 2 Alaska Airlines quietly introduced dynamic pricing to its American Airlines partner awards within North America. So far, we have seen pricing for shorter flights in economy drop in price, while longer flights have seen no increase. First-class award pricing has not changed at all. Here are the details of the new Alaska award pricing on American Airlines flights.
Stack the Savings to Earn up to 3,900 AA Miles, Save up to $145 on Blue Apron Purchase of Just $50 by Toni Southam October 25, 2022 2 Right now, new Blue Apron subscribers can stack offers to earn up to 3,900 American Airlines miles plus $120 off and $25 cash back a purchase of just $50. But, you'll need to act by March 14 to take advantage of all of these offers. Here are all of the points, miles, and cashback offers and how you can stack them to save money on food delivery while building up your award miles.
What American Airlines, Aer Lingus New Codeshare Partnership Means for Travelers by Skye Class January 31, 2022 8 At the end of 2020, Aer Lingus joined the Oneworld Transatlantic Joint Venture. Now, it's finally announced codeshare flights with American Airlines. Here are the selected routes available, plus the benefits of such a partnership — such as easier connections and mileage earning.
Details on the American & JetBlue Partnership: Redemptions & Reciprocal Elite Benefits by Ryan Smith January 10, 2022 11 When American Airlines and JetBlue announced their Northeast Alliance partnership, a lot of details were still a mystery. Now, we have some of the most important details. In this post, we'll break down award redemption pricing from one partner to another and also the elite status benefits you can expect when flying on the other partner.
Changes to How You’ll Earn American Airlines AAdvantage Miles and Elite Status on Partners in 2022 by Ryan Smith March 19, 2023 7 American Airlines has changed how miles from some partner flights will credit to the AAdvantage program. This change affects certain partners and started on January 1, 2022. As American Airlines moves to its new elite status system (Loyalty Points), here’s what you should know about partner earnings for 2022.
American Airlines Simplifies Elite Status Requirements and Makes Changes to AAdvantage® Program by Toni Southam October 26, 2021 37 American Airlines just announced that it is revamping its loyalty program and simplifying the way AAdvantage® members can achieve elite status. Beginning in 2022, AA will replace its current elite status requirements and use the all-new AAdvantage® Loyalty Points system.
Get a $50 Flight Voucher When You Book an American Flight with Mastercard by Skye Class August 27, 2021 29 American Airlines is teaming up with Mastercard to offer AAdvantage members a $50 flight coupon when booking an AA flight with Mastercard before September 30, 2021. You can use the $50 voucher on flights booked between November 11, 2021 and March 15, 2022. Here's how to take advantage of this offer.
Last Opportunity to Save Up To 7,500 Miles Using American Airlines Reduced Mileage Awards by Ross Denkin August 4, 2021 363 American Airlines just released its latest (and last) list of Reduced Mileage Awards discounted destinations. Eligible Citi and Barclays American Airlines cardholders can get up to 7,500 miles off a round trip ticket by taking advantage of this great offer. Eligible destinations vary on the month, so be sure to check before booking an American flight within the U.S. and Canada.
Check to See If You’re Targeted for Free American Airlines Elite Status by Toni Southam June 28, 2021 18 American Airlines is gifting eligible members free Gold or Platinum elite status for free elite status, plus 10 upgrades! Plus, you can earn 10 more upgrades and extend your elite status (or elevate it to even higher tiers) by reaching certain thresholds. Here's how to check if you're targeted for this offer.
Get a 25% Bonus When Transferring Hyatt or IHG Points to American Airlines by Sam Helmy June 1, 2021 64 American Airlines AAdvantage® has brought back its mid-year hotel transfer promotion. Through June 30, 2021, you can receive a 25% bonus when you transfer Hyatt or IHG hotel points to AA. Is this promotion good enough to transfer your hotel points? Well, that depends on your situation. Here's what you need to know about this promotion.
American Airlines and JetBlue Add Reciprocal Mileage and Elite Earning to Partnership by Max Prosperi May 29, 2021 42 The "Northeast Alliance" between American and JetBlue just got even better. Members of both the AAdvantage program and the TrueBlue program can now earn miles/points when traveling on all flights operated by either airline. Previously, only codeshare flights were eligible for members to earn points when traveling on either JetBlue or American.
Get Up to a 1,600-Mile Rebate for AAdvantage® Redemptions Booked This Week by Skye Class May 8, 2021 45 This week marks the 40th anniversary of the American Airlines AAdvantage® program. So, American Airlines is offering several great deals to help you save money and earn miles from booking your travels. Today's deal offers up to 1,600 bonus miles for booking award flights by May 14, 2021. Here's how to register to take advantage of this promotion.
American Airlines Adds Partner Record Locators to Online Reservations by Ross Denkin April 18, 2021 42 American Airlines recently added partner record locator information (both to its website and its app) for new bookings made with travel on partner airlines. These partner PNRs are required to select seats or check in online with partner airlines. This saves travelers the time and hassle of calling in to American to gather this information. Here's how to find this code on new partner reservations.
AAdvantage® Celebrating 40 Years with Million-Mile Sweepstakes, Instant-Win Prizes by JT Genter April 5, 2021 76 AAdvantage® is celebrating its 40th anniversary by giving away 1,000,000 AAdvantage® miles to 40 lucky members. Plus members can enter daily to win nearly 1.4 million instant-win prizes. In total, 292 million AAdvantage® miles, a trip for 4 to Orlando, 200 Admirals Club® memberships, 7,500 Admirals Club® day passes, and more are up for grabs. Here's how to enter to win a share.
AAdvantage Elites Now Earn More Miles When Flying on Alaska by JT Genter October 27, 2022 20 Good news AAdvantage elites: flying Alaska just got a lot more rewarding. As Alaska Airlines joined the Oneworld alliance this week, a small—but impactful—change was made to how AAdvantage elite members earn miles when flying on Alaska. Depending on the flight and your elite status, you might earn thousands of extra miles each flight thanks to this change.
Open an American Airlines Business Extra Account and Score a Free Upgrade by Max Prosperi March 22, 2021 7 Small businesses can earn 650 bonus American Airlines Business Extra points through American Airlines' latest offer. Now, through the end of March 2021, you'll earn 650 Business Extra points you create a new account and fly within 90 days of creating that account. That's enough points for a one-way domestic flight upgrade.
Book Now, Ask Questions Later: Incredible Premium Cabin Award Deals Available Now by Patrick Stouffer February 26, 2021 23 So many incredible deals on airfare! Whether you're ready to start traveling now or just feeling optimistic for the rest of 2021, we want to make sure you knew what's out there. So, we've rounded up the best of the bunch. South America, Hawaii, London; fly Delta One, AA Flagship First, or Aeromexico business. There's something here for everyone.
