IHG Platinum Elite: Room Upgrades, Late Checkout, Award Discounts, and More by Tyler Glatt February 19, 2024 0 Despite being just one step below top-tier Diamond Elite status, IHG One Rewards Platinum Elite status holds its own as IHG's elite status sweet spot. From bonus points on stays to complimentary upgrades to Milestone Rewards and more, it's clear why this tier shines brighter than the ones below it. And on top of that, you can earn it relatively easily — for as little as $99 annually if you carry one of two IHG co-branded credit cards.
Hilton Gold Benefits: Free Breakfast, Room Upgrades, and More by Tyler Glatt February 14, 2024 0 We've long revered Hilton Honors Gold as one of the best mid-tier hotel elite statuses one can earn. It's among the easiest to achieve, is consistently rewarding, and offers a slew of cost-saving perks. If Hilton is your brand of choice, it's worth the effort to go for Gold. Here's all you need to know about Hilton Honors Gold and why it's Hilton's elite status sweet spot.
How To Obtain Marriott Status Match, Plus Other Bonvoy Elite Status Shortcuts by Ajay Jain February 10, 2024 0 Want to reach Marriott Bonvoy elite status quickly and easily? Read about our strategies for obtaining Marriott status via status matches, status challenges, or by holding the right credit card and determine which strategy and level of Marriott Bonvoy status is best for your travel needs.
British Airways Announces Overhaul to Tier Point Collection Years by Tyler Glatt February 5, 2024 0 If you're a Tier Point collector, this news is for you. British Airways is modifying the Tier Point collection period to simplify the Executive Club frequent flyer program. Starting in April 2024, British Airways will transition to a uniform status-qualifying year, doing away with the current system of unique collection year periods for every member. Here's a breakdown of what's new with the Tier Point collection year and how you can double dip during the transition period.
Wyndham Diamond: Suite Upgrades, Accelerated Earnings, Welcome Amenities, and More by Tyler Glatt February 2, 2024 0 Wyndham's Diamond status is one of the easiest top-tier hotel statuses you can earn. From accelerated bonus point earning to welcome amenities and suite upgrades exclusive to Diamond members, there are many compelling reasons to pursue this status. Here's everything you need to know about Wyndham Diamond status.
Status Match to Turkish Airlines Miles & Smiles, Get Star Alliance Gold Perks by Tyler Glatt July 16, 2024 5 Turkish Airlines elite status and Star Alliance Gold perks are only a status match away. While there's no official offer on the table, many are reporting success stories about matching into Miles & Smiles and picking up Turkish elite status. Even better, the vast majority of data points suggest the requirements to keep your status past the trial period are nothing short of reasonable. Here are the details.
Which Airlines Allow Elite Status Extensions for Life Events? by Tyler Glatt January 23, 2024 0 Sometimes, life happens. And if you lose your elite status when it does, almost a dozen airlines stand at the ready to help you get it back. Whether you've got a newborn, adopted a child, went on military deployment, or had to care for a sick family member, many airlines will help you get back the status you lost in the interim.
Changes Coming to Avianca LifeMiles Elite Program; Use It To Get Star Alliance Gold by Tyler Glatt March 8, 2024 2 Avianca LifeMiles is a quirky program that doesn't get much attention outside of its mileage promotions with mile-long terms. The program has an elite status component, and Avianca recently introduced some changes for 2024. Here's what you need to know about the Avianca LifeMiles elite status program, its recent changes, plus how to use it to get Star Alliance Gold.
Marriott Renames Suite Night Awards; Nightly Upgrade Awards and Other Changes Now Live by Carissa Rawson and Tyler Glatt January 11, 2024 0 Marriott Bonvoy has rolled out some changes to what were formerly known as Suite Night Awards — giving them a new name and adjusting how they work, where you can use them, and what rooms you can upgrade to. Here's everything you need to know about the now-live updates and debut of Nightly Upgrade Awards.
Frontier Implements Revenue-Based Earnings and Overhauls Elite Status by Tyler Glatt and Carissa Rawson July 4, 2024 0 Frontier Airlines has implemented sweeping changes for its loyalty program. Along with moving to a revenue-based system, travelers can find a new tier of status and different benefits within the program. But does this make sense on an airline where people are trying to spend as little as possible? Here's what you should know about these new changes that have been implemented.
Discounts, Perks, and More: Priceline Extends VIP Status Through 2024 by Tyler Glatt January 5, 2024 0 For travelers who like to hunt for extra savings wherever they can find them, Priceline's VIP status program could be the ticket to putting more money back in your pocket. And this year, status will be easier to earn, courtesy of any qualifying trips earned in 2023 counting towards 2024's status qualification year. Here's all you need to know.
Status Match to Royal Air Maroc for Oneworld Sapphire or Emerald Status by Tyler Glatt January 2, 2024 0 Royal Air Maroc is out with a new status match offer, giving prospective Safar Flyer members a chance to earn Oneworld Sapphire or Emerald status. Here's all you need to know about Royal Air Maroc's status match offer — including what it costs and some things to think about before you apply.
IHG Status Match: What Are Your Options? by Jenna Hansen January 1, 2024 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.
LATAM Pass Extends Its Status Match Program. Use This To Get Perks When Flying Delta. by JT Genter September 11, 2024 8 LATAM Pass is offering a $199 status match to U.S.-based elites (plus other select countries) that hold status in one of 30 different frequent-flyer programs. This limited-time offer grants status through March 31, 2025. If you’re headed to South America, or plan to fly with LATAM’s partners (such as Delta, Japan Airlines, Qantas, and Qatar Airways), this is a great chance to secure elite benefits for a semi-affordable fee.
Time’s Running Out on the Frontier Status Match. Get Elite Perks for a Reasonable Price. by Tyler Glatt December 21, 2023 26 Frontier Airlines' status match offer could be a money-saver if you plan to fly with Frontier. While many airlines offer a status match, this one matches your status even from non-airline programs. Here's when this offer could make sense and how to jump on it before it ends soon.
How To Get Hotel Elite Status for Free (or Almost Free) by Michelle Molloy June 19, 2025 43 The traditional route to elite status, earning the base number of points or night credits needed for each elite tier within a hotel chain, requires a substantial investment of time and money. Thankfully, we have several options that will allow us to get hotel elite status for free — or nearly free.
Alaska Airlines Mileage Plan Program Updates for 2024 by Tyler Glatt May 1, 2025 0 Alaska Airlines has implemented changes to its Mileage Plan loyalty program for 2024. From elite status bonuses from credit cards to changing elite bonuses, let's take a look at the changes and see what Mileage Plan members can expect out of Alaska's updated loyalty program.
Go for the Gold: Status Match From Aeromexico to Hilton by Tyler Glatt December 13, 2023 0 Aeromexico's partnership with Hilton Honors just got more rewarding for elite status holders in the Aeromexico Rewards program. Until December 31, 2023, you can match your Aeromexico Gold, Platinum, or Titanium status to Hilton Honors to receive Gold status for 90 days. If you stay six nights in that time frame, the status is yours to keep for another year. Here's how it works.
Marriott Elites Can Claim Singapore Elite Status, Earn Star Alliance Gold With Just Four Flights by Ryan Smith December 13, 2023 3 If you feel like opportunities to status match from one program to another are popping up left and right lately, you aren't wrong. In the latest offering, you can status match your Marriott Bonvoy elite status to Singapore Airlines KrisFlyer or match in the opposite direction if you have KrisFlyer status. Here's the latest status match offer, providing Singapore KrisFlyer status for a year and an opportunity to bump it up to another tier.
Why Earning Hyatt Globalist This Year Is More Valuable Than Ever by Tyler Glatt January 10, 2024 0 World of Hyatt is revamping its rewards program and bringing changes to the benefits Globalists have come to know and love. But there's a way to continue to enjoy a legacy perk for the next 14 months. All you have to do is earn Globalist by December 31, 2023. Here's what you need to know.
Boost Your 2025 Delta Medallion Status With Holiday Shopping via Window Seat Shop by Skye Class December 1, 2023 0 Delta just announced a new way for SkyMiles members to earn Medallion Qualifying Dollars for Black Friday 2023. Through November 30, 2023, all purchases made at Delta's new Window Seat Shop will earn 1 MQD per dollar for 2025 Medallion status qualification. Here are the details of this promotion.
Miles & More Program Updates Coming in 2024 by Ross Denkin November 11, 2023 0 Lufthansa Miles & More recently announced status program changes effective January 1, 2024. Just like its U.S. counterparts, Lufthansa claims to simplify the existing program for members as a result of these changes. However, unlike in the U.S., Lufthansa's new earning structure does not depend entirely on spending. Instead, only class of cabin and continental versus intercontinental route flown matter for earning status points. Here's how it works.
United Changes How You’ll Earn Elite Status in 2024, Further Rewarding Card Spending by Carissa Rawson November 10, 2023 1 Earning elite status with United Airlines just got easier for co-branded cardholders. Along with increased abilities to earn Premier Qualifying Points (PQPs) members can now apply card spend to top-tier status. Here's what you need to know about United Premier elite status changes for 2024.
Flying Blue To Cap XP Rollovers Starting in 2024 by Sam Helmy November 8, 2023 0 Flying Blue has announced that it is capping the number of XP points that can roll over. Starting November 1, 2024, Flying Blue Platinum members will only be able to roll over a maximum of 300 XP to the next qualifying year. Here's what that means for Flying Blue Platinum elites - especially those looking to earn Platinum for Life status.
The Best Mid-Tier Hotel Elite Status and How To Earn It by Senitra Horbrook November 4, 2023 3 Mid-tier hotel elite status grants perks like free breakfast, room upgrades, bonus points, and more — making it a sweet spot in many hotel loyalty programs. Best of all, many programs offer shortcuts to getting mid-tier elite status through credit card perks and tie-ins with other loyalty programs. Here are our favorite mid-tier hotel elite statuses and how to get them.
Flying Blue Changes Earnings on Partner Flights by Carissa Rawson April 2, 2024 2 Flying Blue is eliminating the ability to earn XP and Elite bonuses on certain partner flights starting April 1, 2024. Next April, non-SkyTeam airlines will not be eligible to earn the same level of rewards as other flights. This might impact your elite status strategy going forward.
Delta Backtracks on 2024 Elite Status, Lounge Access Changes. Adds MQD Boost for Select Delta Cards. by JT Genter October 18, 2023 2 After significant blowback from travelers, Delta just announced a sweeping overhaul of the Medallion elite status requirements and Sky Club restrictions that it just announced a month ago. Delta is rolling back increases to MQD requirements, adding a new MQD boost for select Delta Amex cardmembers, increasing Sky Club visits for select Amex cardmembers, improving Million Miler elite status, adding new Choice Benefits, and more. Here are the full details.
