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A Complete Guide to American Airlines AAdvantage® Elite Status

August 3, 2025 35

American Airlines AAdvantage elite status can unlock valuable travel perks like seat upgrades, lounge access, free checked bags, and priority boarding. This guide will clearly outline the different AAdvantage status tiers, detail the requirements to achieve each level, and highlight the top benefits you can expect as you climb through the ranks of AA's loyalty program.

Miguel Rueda & Brie Bash

Reviewed by JT Genter

How To Unlock Hyatt Discoverist Status — And What Benefits You’ll Get

July 31, 2025 3

There are three status tiers within World of Hyatt: Discoverist, Explorist, and Globalist. While Discoverist is the lowest tier, that doesn't mean it's without perks. Here's everything you need to know about earning Discoverist status and the benefits you'll get at this tier.

Jenna Hansen & Mark Jackson

Reviewed by Allie Johnson

Complete Guide to Using United PlusPoints to Confirm Upgrades, Exchange for Perks, and More

July 29, 2025 2

United PlusPoints are awarded to Premier Platinum and Premier 1K members after earning status. These highly valuable points can be used to confirm upgrades to Premium Plus or business class before you take off. Here's how they work.

Carissa Rawson

Reviewed by Tyler Glatt

What Is Journey? A Primer on This New Independent Hotel Loyalty Program

July 22, 2025 0

Journey Rewards is a new loyalty program, aiming to connect luxury independent hotels with travelers in a way that allows users to earn and redeem points at properties that were never possible before. Here's what you need to know about this program and how it works.

Cameron Laufer

Reviewed by Tyler Glatt

Why EgyptAir Plus is the Best Airline to Get Star Alliance Gold Status

July 19, 2025 84

EgyptAir is a member of Star Alliance. The program has several unique perks and benefits, the top one being that every member of a family account can help the primary account member earn elite status through flying. Full details explained.

Sam Helmy

Get Choice Privileges Status Through 2026 by Completing a Free Status Match

July 7, 2025 9

Choice Hotels has expanded its portfolio through the acquisition of Radisson Americas and a partnership with Preferred Hotels & Resorts. If you're giving the Choice Privileges rewards program a fresh look, consider a status match now to get status through the end of 2026.

Skye Class & JT Genter

Reviewed by Tyler Glatt

Claim 3 Months of Marriott Bonvoy Gold Elite Status With Your Chase Sapphire Reserve®

March 16, 2026 5

This offer is back, providing those with the Chase Sapphire Reserve® a very simple path to Marriott Bonvoy Gold Elite status. You can claim three complimentary months of Marriott Gold status if you register by September 30, 2025. Here are the steps to claim the elite status — and also how to extend it through February 2027.

Skye Class & Cameron Laufer

Reviewed by JT Genter

JetBlue’s Big Birthday Challenge Could Get You 25 Years of Mosaic Status Plus 350k Bonus Points

January 1, 2026 1

Wouldn't it be nice to earn elite status once — and never have to worry about it again? To celebrate its 25th birthday, JetBlue launched a generous three-tiered promotion offering the chance to earn 150,000 bonus TrueBlue points, 350,000 bonus points, or Mosaic 1 status for the next 25 years. Here's how it works

Tyler Glatt

Unlock Delta Sky Club Access, SkyTeam Perks by Matching Airline or Hotel Status to Vietnam Airlines

June 9, 2025 2

Vietnam Airlines is offering a status match! You can match elite statues from 47 airline frequent flyer programs and seven hotel loyalty programs to the Lotusmiles program, and if you're a top-tier elite, you can earn up to SkyTeam Elite Plus with this offer. Here's how to take advantage of this paid status match opportunity.

Tyler Glatt

Complete a Free Status Match to Enterprise Plus to Earn Bonus Points, Upgrades, and More

June 8, 2025 0

Rental car agencies want your business — and your continued loyalty, too. To get it, they'll occasionally offer a status match. Enterprise Rent-A-Car is no different. Here's everything you need to know about the Enterprise status match and why taking advantage of this free opportunity is worth the few seconds it takes to apply.

Tyler Glatt

Reviewed by JT Genter

TAP Miles&Go Elite Status: How to Earn, the Benefits You Get, and How to Keep Them for Life

June 8, 2025 0

TAP Miles&Go, the frequent flyer program for Air Portugal, flies under the radar for many. But for those who frequently fly on TAP or its partners, it can be a compelling opportunity for travelers looking to unlock elite benefits and matching Star Alliance elite status. If you're aiming to enhance your travel experience with lounge access, priority boarding, or upgrades, here's what you need to know about earning and maximizing TAP elite status.

Brie Bash

Reviewed by Allie Johnson

New Benefits in 2025: How to Earn and Maximize Southwest A-List and A-List Preferred Elite Status

June 4, 2025 0

Many people assume Southwest's lack of lounges and lie-flat seats mean its elite status isn't worth holding, but it can definitely improve your travel experience. Here’s how you can earn A-List and A-List Preferred elite status with Southwest Airlines, plus some tips on how you can use that status to improve your travels.

Senitra Horbrook

Southwest Slashes Same-Day Change Benefit for A-List Elites — Here's The New Policy

May 29, 2025 3

Southwest just quietly removed a major elite perk. As of May 28, A-List and A-List Preferred members can no longer get free same-day confirmed changes as an elite perk. Here's how the updated same-day change and standby policies work — and what travelers need to know to keep their flexibility when flying Southwest.

JT Genter

Reviewed by Tyler Glatt

Alaska Million Miler Status: A Lifetime of Perks for Mileage Plan Loyalists

May 21, 2025 0

For those dedicated and loyal travelers who frequently fly with Alaska, reaching Million Miler status offers a unique path to lifetime benefits, including lifetime elite status and priority treatment, making it a valuable achievement for those committed to the airline. This guide will provide all the essential details about Alaska Airlines Million Miler status.

Brie Bash

Reviewed by Allie Johnson

Why Marriott Platinum Elite Status Is the Sweet Spot in the Bonvoy Program

May 21, 2025 4

Marriott Platinum Elite status is one of the best mid-tier hotel statuses you can earn — unlocking perks like free breakfast, room upgrades (including suites), 4 pm late checkout, and access to executive lounges. Even better, you don’t need to spend 50 nights a year to get it. Here’s what makes Platinum the Marriott Bonvoy sweet spot — and how to earn it faster with the right credit cards.

Jon Nickel-D'Andrea & Tyler Glatt

Reviewed by JT Genter

JetBlue’s Monday Flights Just Got Sweeter With Free Mosaic and Dunkin' Boosted Statuses

August 4, 2025 0

JetBlue and Dunkin' Donuts have a quirky partnership. TrueBlue members who fly on a JetBlue plane with Dunkin' livery on select Mondays through September 1 will receive Mosaic and Dunkin' Boosted statuses for 3 months. Here are the details and how to claim your free statuses.

Skye Class

No Status, No Award: Emirates to Restrict First Class Awards to Elite Members Only

May 11, 2025 1

Flying Emirates First Class is truly one of the most aspirational award flights. But effective May 12, 2025, booking First Class Classic Rewards will be limited to members with Platinum, Gold, or Silver status. This is a notable development, so here’s what you need to know if you want to fly the airline’s best First Class seats after the new restrictions take effect.

Cameron Laufer

Frontier Airlines Just Launched Its Companion Travel Pass — Here’s How to Earn and Use It

May 7, 2025 0

Frontier Airlines just launched its Companion Travel Pass. This pass offers unlimited buy-one-get-one travel. Here’s what you need to know — and how to lock in the elite status required to book two Frontier tickets for the price of one.

Tyler Glatt

Reviewed by JT Genter

Unlock Free Bags, Flight Changes, Seat Selection, and More on Frontier Through 2026 for $499

May 6, 2025 1

If you're looking for a simple path to elite status that offers complimentary perks for you and your traveling companions, it doesn't get much simpler than this. You can buy Frontier Airlines Elite Gold status for $499, valid through December 31, 2026. Here are the details.

Skye Class & Joe Petrovic

Reviewed by Tyler Glatt

Why You Might Want to Complete a Free Status Match to CitizenM Ahead of Marriott’s Purchase

April 29, 2025 11

CitizenM has been acquired by Marriott — and right now, they’re offering a free status match to anyone with hotel or airline elite status. This match could prove valuable once CitizenM is fully integrated into Marriott Bonvoy. Here’s everything you need to know to get matched.

Cameron Laufer

United Gold Status: Free Checked Bags, Upgrades, Lounge Access, and More

April 28, 2025 0

United Airlines Premier Gold status is where the perks of having United status really start to show. From bonus miles and complimentary upgrades to Star Alliance Gold benefits and more, there's a lot to love about Premier Gold. From earning it for the first time to keeping it for a lifetime, here's all you need to know about United Gold status and its many benefits.

Tyler Glatt & Brie Bash

Reviewed by JT Genter

All of the Ways To Earn Hyatt Elite Qualifying Nights

April 26, 2025 0

If you're looking to move up the ranks of World of Hyatt elite status, then you need to know what elite qualifying nights are and how to earn them. It goes beyond just spending nights at a hotel. From the credit card in your pocket to hosting meetings, there are multiple ways to help you reach higher tiers of Hyatt status.

Brie Bash & Ben Nickel-D'Andrea

Reviewed by JT Genter

Got Delta Medallion Status? Unlock Free SIXT Elite Status With This Free And Easy Match

April 15, 2025 5

Delta SkyMiles Medallion status already offers plenty of perks when flying — but did you know you can turn that airline elite status into car rental perks, too? Here's how to request a free and fast status match from Delta to SIXT.

Sam Helmy & Skye Class

Reviewed by JT Genter

Earn Alaska MVP Elite Status After One Round-Trip Flight — to Australia or New Zealand

January 1, 2026 0

Alaska Airlines is offering complimentary Mileage Plan elite status after one round-trip flight — with a catch. If you book and fly a round-trip between the continental U.S. and either Auckland or Sydney, you’ll lock in MVP perks through December 2026. Here’s what to know.

Tyler Glatt

Everything You Need to Know About How to Earn Hyatt Globalist — and the Perks You’ll Enjoy

March 30, 2025 0

World of Hyatt Globalist elite status is all about the perks. If you stay in Hyatt properties enough, you've likely come to appreciate the benefits of earning it — or wonder what it takes to find yourself upon Hyatt's highest ranks every year. Here's everything you need to know about World of Hyatt Globalist status.

Tyler Glatt & Ben Nickel-D'Andrea

Reviewed by JT Genter

5 Reasons Why I Just Status Matched to Alaska Airlines

March 18, 2025 0

Alaska Airlines status is a great status to have, and my current Executive Platinum status is expiring soon. Here's why I decided to take advantage of the once-a-lifetime status match opportunity with Alaska before it was too late!

Mark Jackson

How to Earn Hilton Lifetime Diamond Status (And If It’s Worth It)

March 16, 2025 5

Hilton Diamond status is one of the most valuable hotel elite statuses, offering perks like free breakfast, suite upgrades, and lounge access. While you can earn it annually through credit cards or stays, Hilton also offers a Lifetime Diamond status — granting permanent top-tier benefits with no need to requalify each year. But how do you earn it, and is it worth the effort? Let's dive in.

Scott Sikes

Reviewed by JT Genter

6 Cards That Get You Elite Status With Multiple Programs

March 14, 2025 8

Earning status in an airline or hotel program can be challenging, often requiring many flights or hotel nights. However, you can also achieve status by holding the right credit card. Learn which credit cards provide status in not just one but multiple programs.

Ajay Jain

Reviewed by JT Genter

No Elite Nights, Fewer Points: Marriott’s StudioRes Brand Is Downright Anti-Loyalty

March 6, 2025 0

Marriott updated its terms and conditions this week to spell out how its newest brand StudioRes will participate in the program... and it's bad news for Marriott Bonvoy members and elites. Additionally, Marriott has split out how its relatively new Sonder brand will participate in the Bonvoy program. Here's Marriott's latest move to Bonvoy its members.

Mark Jackson

Air Tahiti Nui Status Match: How to Get Elite Perks on Flights to Paradise

March 5, 2025 1

Have you ever wanted to visit Tahiti? This new promotion can help you get to Tahiti comfortably. Frequent flyers with an existing elite status can match their status to Air Tahiti Nui's Club Tiara to get free luggage, priority check-in, and seat selection. Here are the details — and the one big limitation.

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