Marriott Bonvoy’s Soft Landing Policy: How It Helps If You Can’t Requalify for Elite Status by Sam Helmy November 11, 2025 0 Marriott Bonvoy’s soft landing policy ensures that if you can’t re-qualify for your current mid and upper-tier elite status, you'll still remain an elite member. Here’s how the policy works and some last-minute strategies to help you re-qualify before relying on a soft landing.
Mileage Run From Home: Earn up to 5k Atmos Rewards Status Points by Contributing to Alaska’s SAF Goals by Tyler Glatt and Ryan Smith January 1, 2026 1 The end of the year is fast approaching, which means you're running out of time to reach your airline and hotel elite status goals. If you're a bit short on Alaska Airlines Atmos Rewards status points, you can earn them from home -- saving the time and effort of going on a mileage run. Here's how.
IHG Silver Elite: Benefits and How to Earn by Harrison Pierce November 8, 2025 0 As an IHG One Rewards Silver Elite member, you will receive 20% bonus points on stays, and your points won't expire as long as you remain an elite member. Unfortunately, there aren't any other Silver Elite benefits to maximize. However, the tier is easy to reach, and is the gateway to higher tiers and better benefits.
Flying Blue Expands Status Match — How to Leverage Your Elite Status for 12 Months of SkyTeam Perks by Tyler Glatt and Brie Bash November 7, 2025 2 Air France–KLM Flying Blue's status match offer has been out for a long time. If you haven't taken advantage of it, now might be a good time. The offer is open to elites of nearly two dozen different airlines. Here are the details.
Aegean Airlines Increases Elite Status Requirements and Adds a New Platinum Tier by Cameron Laufer November 6, 2025 0 Aegean Airlines loyalty program has changed elite status qualifications going forward. It will now take more flights and/or miles to achieve or retain Silver or Gold status. Plus, Aegean introduced a new higher tier: Platinum. Here's a breakdown of the changes.
Shortcuts to Airline Elite Status With Status Match or Fast Track Opportunities by Senitra Horbrook and Skye Class November 3, 2025 3 Earning airline elite status doesn't have to be so hard. Many airlines offer customers easier routes to elite status. Whether through a status match, a fast track, or a challenge, earning airline elite status is within reach for even the most casual of travelers. Here's a look at the latest opportunities.
JetBlue TrueBlue Guide to Earning and Redeeming Points, Mosaic Status, and More by Ian Snyder and Lauren Wynn November 2, 2025 18 JetBlue's TrueBlue loyalty program has created a fan base by keeping things simple. While JetBlue has revamped its Mosaic elite status program over the years, most members have benefited from the changes. And JetBlue has been steadily expanding its list of airline partners, giving members more ways to redeem JetBlue points. Here's everything you need to know about JetBlue TrueBlue.
Hilton Silver Status: Why It’s Actually Worth Getting Hilton’s Entry-Level Status — And How to Do So by Harrison Pierce October 26, 2025 0 Hilton Silver status is the entry-level elite status for Hilton, scoring you perks at more than 8,000 properties across the globe. Here's how to earn the first tier of elite status, the perks that make it worth doing so, and how you can do so for a cost of just $0.
Guide to Hilton Diamond Status: Perks, Shortcuts, and How to Earn Lifetime Benefits by Harrison Pierce October 24, 2025 2 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.
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 January 2, 2026 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 December 27, 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 February 9, 2026 2 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.
Rove Miles Hotel Bookings Are Now Loyalty-Eligible — Here’s How You Can Triple Up on Rewards by Tyler Glatt November 3, 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.
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 February 2, 2026 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 January 4, 2026 2 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.
Need an Air Canada Aeroplan Elite Status Boost? You Can Now Buy Up to 5k Status Qualifying Miles (SQMs) by Tyler Glatt October 27, 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.
American Airlines Instant Status Pass: How to Match Your Elite Status to AAdvantage by Cameron Laufer and Brie Bash November 3, 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. Here's how to status mach to American and extend your status as long as possible.
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.
From Miles to Status: How I Qualified for Alaska Airlines Elite Without Paying Cash for Flights by Mark Jackson September 16, 2025 1 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.
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.
Ending September 9: Get Priority Boarding on Frontier, Bonus Points, and Upgrades Through 2026 for Just $69 by Tyler Glatt September 6, 2025 0 Looking for an easy way to get priority boarding on Frontier, bonus points, and complimentary upgrades? For just $69, you can unlock all of this and more through December 31, 2026. To take advantage of this offer, you’ll need a frequent flyer number with Southwest, Alaska Airlines, JetBlue, or Spirit Airlines. Here's how to purchase your status before this offer ends on September 9, 2025.
Marriott Silver Elite Status: Are the Few Benefits You Get Worth the Cost to Earn Them? by Harrison Pierce September 4, 2025 0 Marriott has five elite status tiers. The first, Marriott Silver Elite, doesn't come with a ton of benefits, but it is easily attainable. Silver Elite members earn bonus points on stays and priority late checkout. Whether you earn status through hotel stays or co-branded credit cards, Silver Elite is your first step on your path to a higher tier of status. Here's what you need to know.
