Guide to Hilton Diamond Status: Perks, Shortcuts, and How to Earn Lifetime Benefits by Harrison Pierce October 24, 2025 1 The Hilton Honors loyalty program has three elite tiers, with Hilton Diamond sitting at the top. You can earn Diamond status through credit cards or spending significant time at a Hilton property each year. Here's everything to know about earning Hilton Diamond and how to maximize its benefits.
United and JetBlue Add Miles Earning and Redeemptions as Part of Expanded Blue Sky Partnership by Tyler Glatt October 23, 2025 1 JetBlue and United just massively expanded their Blue Sky partnership and you can now earn and redeem miles on both airlines! Here’s an overview of which parts of the partnership are live now, how you’ll earn and redeem miles, and what other perks and benefits of this tie-up are still to come.
A Complete Guide to United Airlines MileagePlus Premier Status by Harrison Pierce October 22, 2025 0 United Airlines' elite status program, MileagePlus Premier, has four status tiers. In this complete guide, we'll tell you everything you need to know about earning Premier status and maximizing its benefits. We'll also share ways you can fast track your path to status or mimic the benefits by becoming a United credit cardholder.
Breeze Airways Is Launching a Revamped Loyalty Program With New Benefits and Status Next Year by Harrison Pierce October 21, 2025 0 Breeze Airways has just launched a revamped loyalty program, complete with elite status tiers and new benefits. Here's everything you need to know about the new Breezy Rewards loyalty program, including the benefits associated with each elite status tier and how to earn them.
Wyndham Debuts Wyndham Rewards Insider: Score Elite Status, Travel Discounts, Bonus Points by Harrison Pierce October 21, 2025 0 Wyndham Rewards Insider is a brand new subscription that costs $95 per year. Insiders receive automatic Wyndham Rewards Gold status and discounts on hotel stays, flights, cruises, car rentals, and tours. It also unlocks access to earn and redeem rewards with Ticketmaster. Here's everything you need to know about Wyndham Rewards Insider.
Cathay Unveils Major Elite Status Changes for 2026 and 2027 — Including a New Top-Tier Level by Harrison Pierce October 20, 2025 0 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.
How to Earn a Southwest Companion Pass Through 2027 With Southwest Credit Cards by Erik Paquet and Harrison Pierce October 18, 2025 8 The Southwest Companion Pass is arguably the most valuable perk in airline travel today. If you want to earn a Companion Pass through to the end of 2027, we're here to show you how. Check out our latest strategy guide on how to pick up the Companion Pass for the better part of two years by leveraging Southwest credit cards.
Give the Gift of Travel Perks: 16 Airlines and Hotels That Let You Share Elite Status by Harrison Pierce October 17, 2025 0 If you hold top-tier elite status with these airline and hotel loyalty programs, you might be able to gift status to a loved one for a trip (or even a whole year). Here's what to know about the loyalty programs that allow you to gift elite status, and how to do so.
Changes Are Coming to JetBlue Mosaic Elite Status in 2026 — Here’s the Good and the Bad by Tyler Glatt October 16, 2025 0 JetBlue just revealed that it plans to make several changes to its Mosaic elite status program and the benefits that come with it. Some of these changes are positive, while others are pretty negative. So, let’s take a closer look at what’s changing in 2026.
World of Hyatt Elite Status Shortcuts: Corporate Fast Track, Leveraging AA Status, and More by Tyler Glatt and Skye Class October 16, 2025 2 If you want to earn World of Hyatt elite status this year, you could stay the minimum number of nights or rack up the necessary base points to earn it, but you don't necessarily have to. In fact, it's possible to qualify for Hyatt elite status without stepping foot on a Hyatt property. Here are four ways to earn Hyatt elite status this year without booking and completing stays.
Rove Miles Hotel Bookings Are Now Loyalty-Eligible — Here’s How You Can Triple Up on Rewards by Tyler Glatt October 22, 2025 2 Rove Miles hasn’t been around for long, but it’s already built a reputation for offering incredible value. And as of today, it just got even better. Rove rolled out a brand-new feature that makes booking hotel and resort stays through its platform more rewarding than ever. Here's what to know.
Credit Card Hotel Collections That Offer Elite-Like Benefits Without Needing Elite Status by Ashley Onadele and Ben Nickel-D'Andrea October 11, 2025 39 If you want the benefits of elite status within a hotel program but don't happen to have that status, leveraging luxury hotel programs could deliver just what you're looking for. Upgrades, complimentary breakfast, and late checkout are just a few of the perks you'll be eligible for with the right program.
Can You Get a Hyatt Status Match? Here’s What You Need to Know. by Jenna Hansen and Mark Jackson October 9, 2025 1 World of Hyatt status is one of the best hotel statuses out there, but it's not easy to attain the traditional way, and Hyatt doesn't offer a status match very often. Thankfully, there are some options to gain status via alternative methods and still reap the benefits. Let us shows you how.
Points of Interest: New Path to Marriott Elite Status, Southwest Standby Restrictions, Wyndham Vacasa Limits, and More by Tyler Glatt October 4, 2025 0 The past three months have been quite eventful for points and miles news. But amidst big headlines, a number of smaller ones slipped under the radar. So, here’s a roundup of the niche points and miles updates to Marriott, Southwest, Delta, Accor, and more that you may have missed over the past few months.
Air Canada Is Making Positive and Negative Changes to Elite Checked Bag Allowances in 2026 — What to Know by Cameron Laufer October 3, 2025 1 Air Canada is making slight changes to free baggage allowances next year for select Aeroplan elite tiers. Some changes are good...the others not so much. These adjustments will affect members with 25K and 35K status, while those with higher status won’t see any changes. Here’s a breakdown of what’s coming so you’re not caught off guard on February 1, 2026
Frontier Launches Platinum Status Challenge — Earn Free Companion Travel, Bags, and Upgrades by Skye Class October 2, 2025 1 Frontier just announced an incredible opportunity to earn Elite Platinum Status through 2026. Register for the Platinum Status Challenge for just $99 and then earn 12,500 miles within 90 days. Elite Platinum Status comes with First Class upgrades (coming in 2026), free bags, and unlimited companion travel, allowing you to travel with a companion for just the cost of taxes and fees.
Royal Jordanian Expands Status Match to U.S. Applicants: Get Lounge Access, Oneworld Benefits by Tyler Glatt October 1, 2025 2 Royal Jordanian is offering a status match to travelers who live in the U.S., Canada, the Middle East, and select European countries — and hold status with a qualifying airline or hotel or an eligible credit card. Here's what you need to know about this offer and how to use it to unlock valuable perks when traveling on Oneworld member airlines.
Need an Air Canada Aeroplan Elite Status Boost? You Can Now Buy Up to 5k Status Qualifying Miles (SQMs) by Tyler Glatt September 29, 2025 1 If you’re trying to lock in Air Canada Aeroplan elite status for next year but aren’t sure you’ll earn enough Status Qualifying Miles (SQMs) by the end of the qualification year, Air Canada is giving you the option to buy up to 5,000 SQMs. Here's how this promotion works.
Marriott Recently Made a Bunch of Changes to Elite Benefits — Here’s What’s Most Important by Tyler Glatt September 26, 2025 1 The Marriott Bonvoy program terms and conditions have over 34,000 words. For reference, that's more than four times the length of the U.S. Constitution (including all amendments). Marriott regularly updates these terms but rarely announces minor tweaks and changes. So, here we are with a recap of the changes Marriott has made to its program over the past few months.
Act Soon: Match Up to Executive Platinum Status via the American Airlines Instant Status Pass by Cameron Laufer and Brie Bash September 25, 2025 3 American Airlines’ Instant Status Pass gives eligible travelers instant AAdvantage elite status, but with a catch. You need to earn a set number of Loyalty Points on a regular basis to keep it. But right now, a limited-time offer makes it easier to hold onto your status. Here are the details.
Guide to Alaska Airlines Atmos Rewards Elite Status: How to Earn It and All the Benefits You Get by Jon Nickel-D'Andrea September 23, 2025 1 In this complete guide to Alaska Airlines elite status you'll learn how to earn elite status using Alaska and their partners, and also how to reach milestone awards in the Atmos Rewards program.
Delta’s Status Challenge Can Get You SkyMiles Status Into 2027 — Here’s How to Match by Tyler Glatt October 3, 2025 0 Delta’s Medallion status match lets elite flyers from other airlines enjoy complimentary status for three months. And if you complete the challenge to extend your status, you can keep your benefits through January 31, 2027.
How to Find and Access Marriott Lounges — And What You’ll Get if the Lounge Is Closed by Cameron Laufer September 22, 2025 1 Marriott has added a new search filter on its website that lets customers easily find properties with lounge access. This is great news for elite members who can enjoy these lounges at no cost. In this post, we’ll cover how to search for lounges, how to gain access, and what to expect if the lounge is closed.
IHG Elite Status Fast Track: Targeted Offers for 2X Elite Nights or Diamond with 10 Nights by Skye Class September 19, 2025 20 IHG One Rewards is rolling out targeted promotions that make it easier to reach Platinum or Diamond Elite status. On top of that, select members can register for double Elite Night Credit promotions, which lets you earn 2X qualifying nights on eligible stays through December 31, 2025. No matter which offers you're targeted for, you’ll need to register first to participate. Here's how.
From Miles to Status: How I Qualified for Alaska Airlines Elite Without Paying Cash for Flights by Mark Jackson September 16, 2025 0 Alaska Airlines now awards elite credit on award flights, credit card spending, and even partner mileage earnings. Here’s how I earned Atmos Silver status in 2025 without paying out-of-pocket for flights, and tips for how you can too.
IHG Status Match Tips: Earn Elite Status Through Fast Tracks, Cards, or Simply Buying It by Jenna Hansen and Andrew Kunesh September 16, 2025 0 IHG doesn't offer a standing status match to other hotels' elite status programs, but you can open an IHG card or join InterContinental Ambassador to gain IHG elite status without staying tons of nights or spending a lot of money. Plus, there are fast-track opportunities available semi-regularly. Here are your options for getting IHG status quickly.
Marriott Partners With Lufthansa Miles & More, Adds Elite Status Match. Here’s How to Opt In. by Tyler Glatt September 17, 2025 1 Marriott announced a new preferred partnership with Miles & More, the loyalty program for Lufthansa, SWISS, and other European carriers. The tie-up gives travelers new ways to earn towards Miles & More status through stays and unlock complimentary Marriott Bonvoy® elite status.
4 Ways to Earn Top-Tier IHG Diamond Elite Status With Credit Card Spending by Harrison Pierce September 13, 2025 0 IHG One Rewards Diamond Elite status comes with a ton of benefits, like dedicated Diamond Support, a welcome amenity at check-in, room upgrades, and 100% bonus points on stays. If you can't stay at an IHG property more than 70 nights each year to earn Diamond Elite status, you can earn it through spending with these credit cards.
Bonus Points, Upgrade Certificates, and More: How to Unlock Alaska Airlines Milestone Rewards by Brie Bash and Harrison Pierce September 12, 2025 0 Alaska Airlines Atmos Rewards members receive exclusive benefits between elite tiers, known as milestone rewards. You'll select your first milestone reward before earning elite status, and you'll select more milestones even after you've earned the highest tier of elite status. Here's how to earn and maximize your milestone rewards.
Buy JetBlue Status-Qualifying Tiles at a 15% Discount — But Are They Worth Purchasing? by Andrew George Bradshaw and Tyler Glatt October 1, 2025 1 If you’re looking to fast-track JetBlue Mosaic status or top off your account, buying tiles is a convenient option — especially with JetBlue’s 15% discount promotion running through September 30, 2025. Here's an overview of this limited-time promotion.
