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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

April 8, 2025 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.

Skye Class

FoundersCard Review: Is This Premium Membership Program Worth The Fee?

March 2, 2025 64

FoundersCard is a membership program designed for traveling entrepreneurs and business executives. Through its partnerships, members can get a slew of travel perks. FoundersCard has added several new discounts and perks, including renewing its complimentary Virgin Atlantic elite status benefit. So, is it worth it? Here's our breakdown and how to get a three-month free trial.

Carissa Rawson & Mark Jackson

Reviewed by JT Genter

United Million Miler: How To Earn Premier Elite Status (And Star Alliance Gold) for Life

February 23, 2025 0

United’s Million Miler status offers lifetime elite perks for those who log an extraordinary number of miles with United. Unlike annual status, these benefits never reset. So, how do you earn it, and is it worth the effort? Here’s everything you need to know about this lifetime status.

Brie Bash

Reviewed by JT Genter

British Airways Add Segment-Based Status Earnings, Temporary Bonus Tier Point Offer

February 21, 2025 0

British Airways announced two major tweaks to how tier points are earned when the airline switches to a revenue-based loyalty program on April 1, 2025. Here's how travelers will be able to earn British Airways elite status through segments and how to register for a temporary bonus Tier Point promotion.

Sam Helmy

A Lifetime of Perks: A Guide to Just-Expanded American Airlines Million Miler Status

February 21, 2025 1

Elite status with American Airlines resets every year, but there’s one way to lock in lifetime benefits: Million Miler status. But how do you earn it, and is it really worth the effort? This guide breaks down everything you need to know, from qualification requirements to the perks that come with reaching this milestone.

Brie Bash

Reviewed by JT Genter

United Premier Luggage Tags Are Back for 2025 — Here’s How to Claim Yours

February 20, 2025 4

United Luggage tags are one of those unique benefits for Premier elite status members. The opportunity to claim them has rolled around again for anyone who achieved Premier elite status for 2025. Unlike in previous years, tags aren't set out automatically. Furthermore, there are some limitations members need to know. Here are the details.

Skye Class

Reviewed by JT Genter

Fly Mint for the Price of Economy: How To Earn and Use JetBlue Move to Mint Certificates

February 19, 2025 0

JetBlue Move to Mint certificates are a cool perk offered to the higher tiers of TrueBlue Mosaic members. These certificates let you enjoy the comfort and service of the airline's premium Mint cabin for the cost of economy. And it doesn't matter whether you've booked with cash or with points. In this short guide, we'll cover how to earn and use Move to Mint certificates.

Ian Snyder

Reviewed by Tyler Glatt

Venetian vs. Rio Comparison: Which Resort Is Better for World of Hyatt Globalist Members?

February 15, 2025 0

If you’re a World of Hyatt Globalist headed to Las Vegas, should you stay at the Rio or the Venetian? This comparison breaks down elite benefits, amenities, and experience at both properties to help you decide which resort you should book for your trip.

Mark Jackson

Reviewed by Tyler Glatt

Stack Your Travel Rewards: Double-Dip Opportunities with Airline and Hotel Loyalty Programs

February 15, 2025 0

There are a lot of double-dipping opportunities out courtesy of a wide variety of airline and hotel partnerships. By leveraging your loyalty in one program, you can hopefully "double-dip" in another and stack more rewards with little effort. Here are all the airlines and hotels with these types of partnerships.

Mark Jackson

Reviewed by JT Genter

Status Match To Club Avolta for Free, Then Claim Radisson and Avis Preferred Elite Status

February 12, 2025 0

Club Avolta is a program offering shopping discounts worldwide. Elite status in the program comes with additional perks such as Radisson VIP Status, 25% off Plaza Premium paid lounge access, and Avis Preferred Status for members in select countries. You can match your status from nearly any airline or hotel for free to Club Avolta. Here are the details.

Skye Class

IHG Elite Status Explained: Tiers, Benefits, and Fast-Track Shortcuts

February 11, 2025 0

IHG elite status grants valuable perks like bonus points, complimentary upgrades, and a welcome amenity during each stay. Benefits increase as you rise through the four status tiers. IHG also offers multiple co-branded credit cards which can let you shortcut status qualification requirements and enjoy IHG elite status even faster.

Ian Snyder

Reviewed by Erik Paquet

United & Marriott’s RewardsPlus Program: Status Matches, Enhanced Point Transfers, and More

February 6, 2025 26

United and Marriott have a long-running partnership, called RewardsPlus, which offers United and Marriott elites reciprocal benefits plus point transfer enhancements. Let's look at the benefits available and how you can qualify for them.

Mark Jackson

Reviewed by JT Genter

How To Get Free Breakfast at Marriott Hotels: Brand and Status Guide

January 25, 2025 0

Marriott's portfolio of hotels and resorts is massive; it contains 30+ brands! And because each brand features unique benefits and offerings, it can be confusing to figure out what your next stay might look like. Here's everything you need to know about how to get free breakfast at Marriott properties.

Tyler Glatt

Reviewed by JT Genter

How To Play the American Airlines Loyalty Points Game to Unlock AAdvantage Elite Status

January 22, 2025 2

Playing the AA Loyalty Points game makes it possible to earn top-tier American Airlines status without flying. By stacking opportunities like SimplyMiles and the eShopping Portal, you can rack up Loyalty Points on everyday purchases—and even score discounts along the way. Here's how.

Ross Denkin & Mark Jackson

Reviewed by JT Genter

United Premier Elite Status Buy-Up Offers Are Back. Here's How to Check Your Offer.

January 17, 2025 0

If you have United MileagePlus Premier status but haven't checked your email inbox in a few days, you might want to. United is sending out targeted offers to upgrade your Premier status to the next tier, but it comes with a cost. United is offering the ability to buy up to the next status tier, even if you're just a "member," allowing you to pay in miles or cash.

Tyler Glatt

Reviewed by JT Genter

Failed to Requalify for Hilton Diamond Status in 2024? Here’s How To Request a One-Time Extension Into 2026

January 17, 2025 2

Hilton Honors just relaunched its Diamond status extension offer for elites who failed to re-qualify for Hilton's top tier status during 2024. This time around, eligible Diamond members can request their status be extended for one year. Here's how to request your one-time extension.

Sam Helmy

Reviewed by JT Genter

Frontier Airlines Introduces Elite Upgrades: Here's How They Work and How to Request One

January 16, 2025 0

Frontier Airlines has historically been a low-cost carrier competiting on price alone to stay in business. Now, the airline has unveiled new upgrade rules for its premium seating products, including a first class to debut in 2025. We have all the details on how elite upgrades work on Frontier.

Mark Jackson & JT Genter

Earn While You Burn: 4 Airlines That Offer Elite Status Credits on Award Travel

January 5, 2025 8

Generally speaking, earning elite status and award travel don't mix. After all, earning elite status credit on travels you fund with points and miles sounds too good to be true. However, four airlines buck this trend. So, which airlines will offer you elite status credits on award travel? Let's take a look.

Tyler Glatt

Reviewed by JT Genter

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