Gift Marriott Ambassador Elite Status With a New ‘Plus One’ Benefit by Sam Helmy October 24, 2024 0 If you've got top-tier Marriott elite status, check your email. Marriott notified its Ambassador Elite members of the new unique Plus One benefit, which allows them to gift Ambassador Elite status to someone under certain conditions. At this time, Marriott has not said whether this will be a permanent benefit or only available this year. Here are the details.
Alaska Airlines Revamps MVP Gold 100K Elite Choice Benefits for 2025 (New Choices, Deadlines) by Sam Helmy and JT Genter October 23, 2024 3 If you're loyal to the Alaska Airlines Mileage Plan program and have earned your way to MVP Gold 100K, it's nearly time to choose your Choice Benefit. Alaska Airlines recently announced revised Choice Benefit options, but these aren't available quite yet. So, what are your choices and the deadline for choosing? Here's what you need to know.
Alaska Airlines Unveils Changes to How Upgrades Work Starting in 2025 — Here Are the Details by Tyler Glatt October 18, 2024 0 Alaska announced that it will change how its upgrade waitlist works — and who can upgrade a companion. Here's what you need to know about the soon-to-be refreshed waitlist and an incoming benefit for MVP members.
Alaska Adds New Ways to Earn Elite Status, Slash Benefits in Mileage Plan Program Overhaul by JT Genter October 16, 2024 0 Alaska just unveiled an overhaul to its Mileage Plan mileage program for 2025. While elite status tiers and requirements are staying intact, how you'll earn Mileage Plan elite status and the benefits of that status are all being overhauled. Buckle up. There are a bunch of changes to cover — both positive and negative.
New: Status Match Between Marriott Bonvoy and Air Canada Aeroplan To Pick up Free Elite Status by Skye Class November 1, 2024 1 Marriott's Preferred Partnership Program with Air Canada now allows Marriott Bonvoy and Air Canada Aeroplan members to status match between programs. If you have elite status with only one of these programs but not the other, this is a great opportunity. Here's how to match your status.
Credit Card Hotel Collections That Offer Elite-Like Benefits Without Needing Elite Status by Ashley Onadele July 18, 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.
Status Match Your Marriott Bonvoy Status to Hertz: Get Upgrades, Bonus Points, and More by Skye Class October 8, 2024 2 Marriott Bonvoy members can match up to Hertz President's Circle or Five Star status from their Marriott elite status. What was once an offer that came and went is now a regular benefit. Here are the status match details and how to match your Marriott elite status to Hertz.
Changes to JetBlue Mosaic Status Are Coming in 2025. Here Are the Details. by Brie Bash September 26, 2024 0 JetBlue announced TrueBlue program updates that will take effect in 2025. Although the basics of the program will remain unchanged, elite members will see some of their benefits disappearing in the new year — including favorite perks like free helicopter transfers. Here’s what to know about the changes, including the lost perks and a couple of increased benefits.
How To Get Reciprocal Upgrades on Alaska and American Airlines Flights as an Elite Member by Mark Jackson September 25, 2024 0 Alaska Airlines and American Airlines offer reciprocal elite benefits, including first class upgrades, to their respective elites. Let's dig in to see exactly how this unique offering works in practice!
Shortcuts to Airline Elite Status With Status Match or Fast Track Opportunities by Senitra Horbrook and Skye Class July 24, 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 current opportunities.
Capital One Makes Venture X Hertz President’s Circle Elite Status Permanent by Tyler Glatt September 16, 2024 0 It's long been expected that the Capital One Venture X Rewards Credit Cardwould lose the complimentary Hertz President's Circle elite status benefit at the end of 2024. However, after quietly making an update, Capital One has chosen to make the benefit permanent instead. Here are the details.
The Ultimate Guide To Earning a Southwest Companion Pass by Senitra Horbrook and Joe Petrovic July 25, 2025 65 The Southwest Companion Pass allows you to fly with one other person for free (plus taxes and fees). To help you plan your earning strategy, we’ve summarized all of the ways you can earn the Southwest Companion Pass this year.
Five New Southwest Promotions Will Help You Earn A-List Elite Status Faster by Tyler Glatt December 1, 2024 0 If you're in the process of qualifying for Southwest A-List or A-List Preferred status, five new promotions will help you get there a little faster. Here's an overview of the new ways to earn extra tier qualifying points and how to register to take part in the offer.
Fontainebleau Las Vegas Extends Status Match. Here’s How To Get Top-Tier Status Through 2024. by Skye Class August 18, 2024 0 Through September 2, 2024, Fontainebleau Las Vegas is offering members a status match opportunity, but you must show up in person. Members can match up to Royal status, depending on the current casino rewards program status held. Here are the details and benefits of the status match.
Marriott Lifetime Elite Status: What You Need to Earn It and the Perks It Yields by Ian Snyder and JT Genter June 6, 2025 2 Marriott is one of several hotel loyalty programs that offers lifetime elite status, rewarding its loyal members after years of faithfully staying at its hotels. Lifetime elite members enjoy various benefits depending on which lifetime status level they have achieved. In this guide, we also highlight a way you can slowly progress toward Marriott lifetime status even if you don't stay with the chain frequently.
SAS EuroBonus Status Match Offers Elite Status Through March 2025 — For Those That Qualify by Sam Helmy August 9, 2024 0 SAS EuroBonus is running a status match promotion through August 30, 2024. Residents of participating countries and programs can match their airline status to SAS EuroBonus. Once matched, their status will be valid through March 31, 2025. Better yet, you can extend your new EuroBonus status even further into the future by meeting specific re-qualification requirements. Here's the full details on the SAS EuroBonus status match.
What Is a Medallion Qualification Dollar and How Do You Earn It? by Ian Snyder and Tyler Glatt August 6, 2024 54 If you want to earn Delta Air Lines elite status, you'll want to familiarize yourself with Medallion Qualification Dollars — MQDs for short. MQDs are Delta's only status-earning metric, so you won't find yourself among the airline's elite ranks unless you earn a lot of them. Here's everything you need to know about Medallion Qualification Dollars and how to earn them.
Get Frontier Elite Silver Status Through 2025 After Just Three Round-Trip Flights by Skye Class August 2, 2024 0 Earlier this year, Frontier recently moved to a new elite status tier system. Now, Frontier Miles members can get the new Frontier Elite Silver status through December 2025 after completing three round-trip flights by August 31, 2024. Here are the details of this offer and whether it's worth taking advantage of it.
Status Match to ITA Volare, Get SkyTeam Elite Status Through 2025 by Skye Class July 26, 2024 0 ITA Volare has brought back its status match promotion, allowing you to match your current status up to SkyTeam Elite Plus. With the offer, you can receive ITA Volare top-tier Executive Status through December 31, 2025. The promotion is valid for status matches through August 19, 2024. Here's the details plus some things to consider before you initiate your match.
How To Earn Marriott Bonvoy Elite Status and the Perks of Each Tier by Ryan Smith and Max Prosperi June 6, 2025 105 Interested in earning elite status with Marriott's Bonvoy rewards program? Marriott Bonvoy elite status consists of five elite tiers (in addition to the base level). The program has a huge worldwide footprint and offers various perks, depending on your status level and the hotel brand you're staying at. In this article, we deeply dive into Marriott's elite status tiers, what they offer, and how to attain these perks.
Singapore Airlines Adds New Benefits for KrisFlyer Silver Elite Status by Sam Helmy July 4, 2024 0 Singapore Airlines KrisFlyer just enhanced the benefits package of KrisFlyer Elite Silver members. Now, members will receive an additional weight allowance, priority boarding, and priority airport check-in. This follows in the footsteps of Air Canada improving its 25K and 35K tiers. Is this the start of a new trend?
The Ultimate Guide to Hyatt Elite Status by Mark Jackson June 11, 2024 0 This guide is a deep dive into World of Hyatt elite status, including what tiers of elite status you can earn, what perks you receive at each tier, and how you can earn Hyatt status year after year. Let this guide help you understand the Hyatt elite status program a bit better and allow you to earn status faster!
The Conrad Bora Bora Is Playing Games With Hilton Honors Elite Benefits (Updated) by Carissa Rawson May 29, 2024 14 The Conrad Bora Bora is one of the best properties in the Hilton portfolio. But now that it's skimping on elite benefits — and outright denying them in some cases — it's lost a lot of its appeal. Here are some of the games management played during my recent stay, including an update where it looks like corporate got involved to sort things out.
Status Match to Caesars Rewards for No Resort Fees and More by Mark Jackson May 19, 2024 3 Caesars Rewards is one of the largest loyalty programs on the Las Vegas Strip, and with resort fees over $50 per night at some properties after tax, waiving fees can present huge savings on a trip. With Caesars Diamond status, no resort fees is just one of the perks travelers will enjoy. In this post, we explore how to attain the status without gambling.
Do Any Credit Cards Provide Top-Tier Hotel Elite Status? by Mark Jackson April 30, 2024 10 Earning elite status with a hotel program can be both tough and expensive. It's possible to achieve mid-tier hotel status with credit cards quite easily. But what about top-tier elite status: Can you get that from credit cards? Here's an overview of the cards that offer top-tier elite status and other credit card shortcuts to elite status.
A Complete Guide to JetBlue’s TrueBlue Loyalty Program by Ian Snyder April 26, 2024 18 Last year, JetBlue revamped its Mosaic elite status earning requirements and Mosaic elite perks. Nearly everyone came out ahead in the revamped TrueBlue program, which expanded on simplicity with added rewards even for those without elite status. Here's everything you need to know about JetBlue TrueBlue.
How To Get Rental Car Elite Status for Free by Skye Class January 1, 2025 54 One of the feel-good milestones of travel is achieving elite status within a loyalty program. What feels even better? Getting elite status for free, thanks to holding the right credit card, through your existing elite status, or by status matching from another program. Here are all the shortcuts to rental car elite status.
How To Use Your Hotel Elite Status for Free Cruises by Brie Bash April 13, 2024 1 Cruise lines want to attract gamblers to their casinos, so they're willing to give away discounted and even free cruises. But you don't have to be a high roller to get in on this game! One hotel loyalty program can get you the same free cruises without ever setting foot in a casino.
